PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Smith & Nephew FOOTPRINT Ultra PK Suture Anchor, 5.5mm Part Number: 72202902

Reported: April 29, 2020 Initiated: March 17, 2020 #Z-1757-2020

Product Description

Smith & Nephew FOOTPRINT Ultra PK Suture Anchor, 5.5mm Part Number: 72202902

Reason for Recall

Space between the device and the packaging permits excessive movement which could potentially lead to the displacement of the anchor s tip protector allowing the tip of the anchor to create a sterile breach.

Details

Recalling Firm
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Units Affected
125,196 (Total)
Distribution
Nationwide Foreign: AE AL AR AT AU BE BM BR CA CH CL CN CO CR CZ DE DK EC EE ES FI FR GB IE IL IN IT KR LT LV MT MX NO PA PE PL PR PT QA RU SE SG TH TR XK ZA
Location
Mansfield, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Smith & Nephew FOOTPRINT Ultra PK Suture Anchor, 5.5mm Part Number: 72202902. Recalled by Smith & Nephew, Inc.. Units affected: 125,196 (Total).
Why was this product recalled?
Space between the device and the packaging permits excessive movement which could potentially lead to the displacement of the anchor s tip protector allowing the tip of the anchor to create a sterile breach.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 29, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1757-2020.