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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Renasys EZ PLUS, a Canister Component of of Renasys EZ Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System

Reported: March 5, 2014 Initiated: November 14, 2013 #Z-1068-2014

Product Description

Renasys EZ PLUS, a Canister Component of of Renasys EZ Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System

Reason for Recall

Modification of the bacterial overflow guard (filter) and related changes to product labeling.

Details

Recalling Firm
Smith & Nephew Inc.
Units Affected
6,871,375 canisters
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: USA (nationwide) including states of: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NH, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA, WV, and Puerto Rico; and the countries of: Austria, Australia, Belgium, Switzerland, China, Cyprus, Germany, Denmark, Spain, Finland, France, UK, Greece, Israel, Italy, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Paraguay, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Thailand, Turkey, South Africa, Mexico, and Canada.
Location
Saint Petersburg, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Renasys EZ PLUS, a Canister Component of of Renasys EZ Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System. Recalled by Smith & Nephew Inc.. Units affected: 6,871,375 canisters.
Why was this product recalled?
Modification of the bacterial overflow guard (filter) and related changes to product labeling.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 5, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1068-2014.