Zimmer recalls specific natural nail implants due to potential angle mismatch causing improper bone fixation. Affected items have unique identifiers; contact Zimmer for details.
Zimmer Natural Nail (ZNN) System-CMN Femoral Nail potential commingle between CCD angle 130 degree and 125 degree
Zimmer is recalling a specific type of bone nail implant because it might be used with the wrong angle, which could lead to improper bone fixation. This recall affects patients who received this particular nail implant.
The recall involves a potential mismatch between the implant's angle (125 degrees) and the surgical tool's angle (130 degrees). This mismatch could cause improper bone fixation, leading to complications during healing.
Patients who received the Zimmer Natural Nail (ZNN) Cephalomedullary Short Nail 11.5 mm X 21.5 cm 125 CCD Left Ti-6Al-4V Alloy for temporary bone fixation are affected. Those who had this specific implant are most at risk.
Check for the item number 47-2493-211-11, lot number 3020731, or unique identifier (UDI) (01) 0088902498880 (17) 300131 (10) 3020731 on the implant. This specific model was sold for temporary bone fixation.
Look for the item number 47-2493-211-11, lot number 3020731, or unique identifier (UDI) (01) 0088902498880 (17) 300131 (10) 3020731 on the implant.
The recall indicates a potential angle mismatch that could cause improper bone fixation, but the exact risk level is not specified in the official notice.
Check for the item number 47-2493-211-11, lot number 3020731, or unique identifier (UDI) (01) 0088902498880 (17) 300131 (10) 3020731 on the implant.
The official notice does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer directly for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1792-2021 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-1792-2021 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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