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, potentially delaying surgery or requiring additional procedures.
The locking screws may not properly engage with the plate's threads, making it hard for users to tell if the screw is locked. This could lead to surgery delays or the need for extra procedures to fix the problem.
Orthopedic surgeons and medical professionals who use the recalled plates for temporary fracture fixation are most at risk. Patients receiving surgery with these plates may need additional procedures.
Check for the item number 47-2357-017-16 and lot numbers 64475611 or 64475612 on the plate packaging. The product is used for temporary fracture stabilization in orthopedic surgery.
Verify the item number and lot numbers on the plate packaging to confirm if it 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 item number and lot numbers on the packaging to see if it is recalled. If it is, contact Zimmer for further instructions.
The recall is for medical professionals using the plates during surgery. Patients receiving surgery with these plates may need additional procedures if the screws don't lock properly.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1714-2024 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-1714-2024 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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