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Smith & Nephew, Inc. recalls Peri-Loc(R) VLP 3.5 MM X 6 MM SELF-TAPPING CORTEX SCREW, QTY: (1), STERILE R, REF 71801306 Orthopedic

Recall date
March 9, 2017
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Recall number
Z-1854-2017
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Sold / distributed
Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide) Internationally to Colombia, Denmark, Finland, France, Great Britain, Italy, and Singapore

Why it was recalled

The expiration dates on the labeling are incorrect, the actual expiration dates are before the date on the labeling.

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

What was recalled

Peri-Loc(R) VLP 3.5 MM X 6 MM SELF-TAPPING CORTEX SCREW, QTY: (1), STERILE R, REF 71801306 Orthopedic

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