Zimmer recalls certain distal lateral fibular plates due to thread form issues that may cause improper screw mating, potentially delaying surgery or requiring additional fixation.
Thread form issue for the locking holes in that the locking screws may not properly mate with the plate. The improperly mated screw may not be readily recognizable by the user since the screw may not correctly lock, may result in delay in surgery or loss of fixation resulting further intervention
Zimmer is recalling specific distal lateral fibular plates that have a thread form issue. This could cause screws to not lock properly, leading to delays in surgery or the need for additional procedures.
The locking screws may not properly engage with the plate due to a thread form issue. This can cause the screws to not lock correctly, potentially delaying surgery or requiring additional procedures to fix the problem.
Orthopedic surgeons and medical professionals who use Zimmer's distal lateral fibular plates for fracture stabilization are most at risk. Patients receiving these plates during surgery may be affected if the recall applies to their specific implant.
Check for the product name 'Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System' with the specific model: Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Sterile. Look for lot numbers 65588868, 65943457, or 66034781.
Verify the product name, model, and lot numbers to confirm if your item is recalled.
Zimmer recalls these plates due to a thread form issue that may cause screws to not lock properly, potentially delaying surgery or requiring additional procedures.
Check the product details to see if your item is recalled. If it is, contact Zimmer for further instructions.
The recall is for medical professionals using the plates during surgery. Patients receiving these plates may be affected if the recall applies to their specific implant.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1718-2024 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-1718-2024 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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