High Flow Irrigation Extender; Part Number 72201021. Arthroscopic accessories are indicated for use in access of the joint capsule.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
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  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
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Recall Details

Company:
Smith & Nephew, Inc., Endoscopy Div.
Reason for Recall:
During arthroscopic surgery, when the scope is moved inside the cannula, the body of the irrigation extender separates, potentially obstructing visualization and causing leakage of the irrigation fluid. The device is removed and a back-up device is used to complete the surgery.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

High Flow Irrigation Extender; Part Number 72201021. Arthroscopic accessories are indicated for use in access of the joint capsule.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

50209581 50220887 50231401 50216929 50226220 50231932 50218285 50229266 50235063 50240019 50245683 50251109 50254562 50256942 50263784 50279382 50291593 50302984 50303418 50327069 50330377 50351345 50361381 50404796 50408768 50419699 50433964 50250837 50256854 50269580 5027766 50304642 50342002 50401593 50417254

Distribution:

Distributed in: US, AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, ID, IL, KS, MA, MI, MO, NC, TN, TX, AK

Official Source

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FDA Recall Number: Z-0818-2016

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