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ULTRA-FAST FIX Knot Pusher Suture Cutters Product Number: 72201537 Intended for Meniscal Repair.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: April 30, 2015 Smith & Nephew Other Medical Devices Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    All batches manufactured from April 2010 to April 2014 which have corresponding expiration dates of April 2015 to April 2019
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Sterility of device maybe compromised
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

ULTRA-FAST FIX Knot Pusher Suture Cutters Product Number: 72201537 Intended for Meniscal Repair.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

All batches manufactured from April 2010 to April 2014 which have corresponding expiration dates of April 2015 to April 2019

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1822-2015

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