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Smith & Nephew, Inc. recalls smith&nephew 5o (5 degree) GENESIS(R) II VALGUS BUSHING, REF CATALOG NUMBER 71440014 The GENESIS II Knee System Compo
Recalled May 30, 2018 · FDA recall Z-1902-2018 · Smith & Nephew
Hazard
A single lot of GENESIS II FEMORAL FIVE DEGREE VALGUS BUSHING due to a laser mark labeling error. The left valgus bushing was incorrectly laser marked as right and vice versa. · FDA Class II
Units
18 units
Sold at
US Distribution to the states of : NC, IN, CO MI, PA, NY, MA, CA, GA
Description
A single lot of GENESIS II FEMORAL FIVE DEGREE VALGUS BUSHING due to a laser mark labeling error. The left valgus bushing was incorrectly laser marked as right and vice versa.
Product
smith&nephew 5o (5 degree) GENESIS(R) II VALGUS BUSHING, REF CATALOG NUMBER 71440014 The GENESIS II Knee System Components are indicated for rheumatoid arthritis; post-traumatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, or degenerative arthritis in older patients whose age, weight, and activity levels are compatible with an adequate long-term result; failed osteotomies, unicompartmental replacement, or total knee replacement. The constrained knee systems are designed for use in patients in primary and revision surgery, where the posterior cruciate ligament and one or both of the collateral ligaments (i.e., medial collateral and/or lateral collateral ligament) are absent or incompetent.
Manufacturer(s)
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →