Smith & Nephew, Inc. recalls DIAMOND POINT, BOTH ENDS K-WIRE, REF 128042, metallic bone fixation fastener

Recall date

July 9, 2024

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-3171-2024

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Smith & Nephew, Inc.

Sold / distributed

US, Canada, Norway

Why it was recalled

Smith & Nephew, Inc., has initiated a field action to voluntarily remove two batches of K-Wires due to a packaging error. A complaint was received indicating that a package contained K-WIRE .062X9 2PT DM wires instead of K-WIRE .045X9 2PT DM as described on the product label.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

DIAMOND POINT, BOTH ENDS K-WIRE, REF 128042, metallic bone fixation fastener