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Smith and Nephew EVOS Self-Tapping Locking Screw SST: (1)REF 72413575, 3.5MM x 75MM, and (2) REF 72413570, 3.5MM X 70MM. Sterile.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: October 25, 2021 Smith & Nephew Other Medical Devices Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    REF 72413575 - batch #21FM24289; REF 72413570 - batch #21GM04743.
  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:
The labels on the packages of screws were switched.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

Smith and Nephew EVOS Self-Tapping Locking Screw SST: (1)REF 72413575, 3.5MM x 75MM, and (2) REF 72413570, 3.5MM X 70MM. Sterile.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

REF 72413575 - batch #21FM24289; REF 72413570 - batch #21GM04743.

Distribution:

Nationwide distribution

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0265-2022

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META-TAN LAG/COMPRESSION SCREW KIT 90MM/85MM, REF: 71642690

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Class I - Dangerous

Integrated Lag/Compression Screw Kit has a compression screw with hexagon socket that may be undersized, which causes the screw to be non-functional, which would require replacement with another adequate size screw, and exchange may exceed 30 minutes.

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