Corin recalls specific hip stem implants due to packaging issues that could cause contamination or loss of sterility. Affected units shipped between July 22-26, 2021, with lot number 476399 delivered July 22-23, 2021.
The packaging system on the devices have potential physical and water damage resulting in damage to the devices, loss of sterility, or contamination of the devices.
Corin is recalling certain hip stem implants because their packaging might cause damage, leading to contamination or loss of sterility. This affects patients who received these specific implants during the specified delivery dates.
The packaging system on these hip stems could be damaged, causing loss of sterility or contamination. This means the implants might not be safe for surgical use, potentially leading to infections or complications after implantation.
Patients who received the Corin MetaFix Hip Stem, Size 1, Short Neck, 135 degrees, Collared Hip Stem with reference number 579.0201, delivered between July 22-26, 2021, are most at risk. The recall targets specific shipments with lot number 476399 delivered on July 22-23, 2021.
Check for the product name 'Corin MetaFix Hip Stem, Size 1, Short Neck, 135 degrees, Collared Hip Stem' with reference number 579.0201. Affected units were delivered between July 22-26, 2021, with lot number 476399 delivered on July 22-23, 2021.
Identify if your hip stem has the specific model and reference number mentioned in the recall notice.
The packaging system on these hip stems could be damaged, causing loss of sterility or contamination, which might lead to infections or complications after surgery.
Shipments delivered to the consignee between July 22-26, 2021, with lot number 476399 delivered on July 22-23, 2021.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking if your hip stem matches the description.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Corin to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2609-2021 — Corin Corin Hello, I own a Corin that is covered by recall Z-2609-2021 from Corin. 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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