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 risk of fracture. This could cause pain, failed healing, or surgery. Affected users should check their model and lot numbers.
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 bone healing, or the need for additional surgery.
Patients who received the Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails with model number 815609440 and lot numbers 66717607 or 67031553 are affected. Those with implants that could fracture are at higher risk.
Check for model number 815609440 and lot numbers 66717607 or 67031553 on the product packaging or documentation. The product is a femoral nail used in hip surgery.
Look for model number 815609440 and lot numbers 66717607 or 67031553 on the product packaging or documentation.
The recalled nails may have undersized shaft diameter, which can lead to implant fatigue fracture and potential health risks like pain, failed healing, or surgery.
Check for model number 815609440 and lot numbers 66717607 or 67031553 on the product packaging or documentation.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0981-2026 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-0981-2026 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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