FDA Recall Terminated

High Flow Irrigation Extender; Part Number 72201021. Arthroscopic accessories are indicated for use in access of the joint capsule.

Recall: Z-0818-2016 · Initiated July 30, 2013

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0818-2016
Event Number
72911
Firm
Smith & Nephew, Inc., Endoscopy Div.
FEI Number
1219602
Product Code
NBH
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Initiated
July 30, 2013
Terminated
February 24, 2021
Address
130 Forbes Blvd, Mansfield, MA, 02048

Description

High Flow Irrigation Extender; Part Number 72201021. Arthroscopic accessories are indicated for use in access of the joint capsule.

Reason

During arthroscopic surgery, when the scope is moved inside the cannula, the body of the irrigation extender separates, potentially obstructing visualization and causing leakage of the irrigation fluid. The device is removed and a back-up device is used to complete the surgery.

Action

Urgent - Product Recall 1st Notification - Urgent R-2013-13 letters, dated July 30, 2013 were sent overnight via Federal Express to customers. The letters identified the affected product, as well as the potential risk involved. Actions to be taken were provided for both hospital and sales representatives. Hospital representatives were asked to inspect their inventory, locate all devices from the list provided, and quarantine them immediately. The Inventory Return Certification Form should be completed and returned, regardless of whether any affected product is on hand or not. Contact the Smith & Nephew Returns Group at 800-343-5717 option 3) or send an e-mail to [email protected]. They will provide instructions for returning affected product and receiving a replacement.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution -- US, including the states of AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, ID, IL, KS, MA, MI, MO, NC, TN, TX, and AK; and, country of Japan.

Quantity

203 units