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High RiskFDAfda-Z-0573-2016STERILITY ISSUE

Smith & Nephew GENESIS(R) II/LEGION(TM) PATELLAR COMPONENT, RESURFACING ROUND, 32MM STANDARD, FOR CEMENTED USE ONLY WITH JOURNEY PEG, ST...

Units Affected
20
Recall Date
November 9, 2015
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Sterility Issue

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0573-2016.

One lot of 35 mm patella implants is labeled as 32 mm. These implants have pegs which are spaced proportionally; therefore the mismatch prevents the pegs from properly aligning with pre-drilled holes during implantation.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0573-2016.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Smith & Nephew, Inc. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0573-2016.

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Smith & Nephew, Inc. Recall FAQ

Smith & Nephew, Inc. is the subject of a medical implants safety report: Smith & Nephew GENESIS(R) II/LEGION(TM) PATELLAR COMPONENT, RESURFACING ROUND, 32MM STANDARD, FOR CEMENTED USE ONLY WITH JOURNEY PEG, ST.... The notice was published on November 9, 2015 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 20 units are potentially affected.