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Smith & Nephew, Inc. Endoscopy Division recalls TWINFIX Ultra 5.5 mm PLLA-HA Suture Anchor with two #2 ULTRABRAID Sutures (blue, blue-COBRAID) with Needles; Part Number
Recalled September 25, 2013 · FDA recall Z-2239-2013 · Smith & Nephew, Inc. Endoscopy Division
Hazard
Pinholes detected in a small number of primary pouches that may constitute a breach of the sterile barrier. · FDA Class II
Units
2038 US
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Description
Pinholes detected in a small number of primary pouches that may constitute a breach of the sterile barrier.
Product
TWINFIX Ultra 5.5 mm PLLA-HA Suture Anchor with two #2 ULTRABRAID Sutures (blue, blue-COBRAID) with Needles; Part Number: 72202616 Biodegradable suture anchor
Manufacturer(s)
Smith & Nephew, Inc. Endoscopy Division
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →