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 815509340 and lot numbers 66717552 or 66884562.
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 diameter, increasing the risk of fractures. This could cause pain, failed healing, or surgery. Patients should check their model and lot numbers to see if they are affected.
The nails may have a smaller diameter than intended along their length, which can cause the implant to weaken over time. If it fractures, it may lead to pain, failed healing, or the need for additional surgery.
Patients who received Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails with model number 815509340 and lot numbers 66717552 or 66884562 are affected. Those with implants that could fracture are at higher risk.
Check for model number 815509340 and lot numbers 66717552 or 66884562 on the product packaging or documentation.
Look for model number 815509340 and lot numbers 66717552 or 66884562 on the product packaging or documentation.
The recall does not require stopping use; it involves checking model and lot numbers to determine if affected.
Potential risks include pain, failed healing, tissue damage, or surgery if the implant fractures.
Check for model number 815509340 and lot numbers 66717552 or 66884562 on the product packaging or documentation.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0968-2026 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-0968-2026 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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