Zimmer recalls Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails with possible undersized diameter that could cause fractures. Affected implants may lead to pain, surgery, or tissue damage. Check model numbers and lot codes for recall.
Affected implants may have undersized distal diameter along length of the shaft, which could lead to implant fatigue fracture. Potential health risk if implant fatigue fracture occurs include adverse local tissue reaction, pain or ache, non-union or malunion, or tissue damage necessitating surgical intervention.
Zimmer is recalling Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails that may have undersized shaft diameter, increasing the risk of fractures. This could cause pain, non-union, or surgery. Affected patients should contact Zimmer for details.
The nails may have a smaller diameter than intended along their length, which can cause the implant to weaken over time. If the implant fractures, it may lead to pain, failed healing, or the need for additional surgery.
Patients who received the Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails with model number 815609320 and lot numbers 66717601 or 66892900 are affected. These implants are used in hip surgeries and pose a risk of fracture.
Check for model number 815609320 and lot numbers 66717601 or 66892900 on the implant packaging or documentation. The product was sold as part of hip surgery implants.
Review the model number and lot codes on your implant packaging to confirm if it is affected.
The recall is due to a potential risk of implant fatigue fracture from undersized shaft diameter, which could lead to pain, non-union, or surgery.
The recall does not require immediate action, but you should check your implant details and contact Zimmer for further guidance.
Affected implants have model number 815609320 with lot numbers 66717601 or 66892900.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0975-2026 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-0975-2026 from Zimmer. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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