Smith & Nephew, Inc. Endoscopy Division: Medical Device Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: Z-2144-2012)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2012.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Smith & Nephew Dyonics Electroblade Resector, 4.5mm Full Radius Blade, BONECUTTER Part Number: 72202213 Product Usage: The Dyonics Electroblade Resector is indicated for use in arthroscopic surgical procedures of large and small articular cavities. The Dyonics Electroblade Resector is effective in soft and osseous tissue resection and in hemostasis of bleeding vessels. It is intended for arthroscopic procedures using saline solution, Ringers lactate or other conductive solutions as an irrigant under direct or video assisted fiberoptic visualization.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: July 14, 2012

Date Posted: August 15, 2012

Recall Number: Z-2144-2012

Event ID: 62617

Reason for Recall:

Devices labeled with an expiry period of 48 months instead of 36 months; an additional 12 months for which product and package reliability has not been validated.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 340 units

Code Information:

Lot Numbers: 950135R, 950136R, 950137R, 950138R

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of : Australia, Canada, Korea, Turkey, UAE, and Japan.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated