Zavation recalls 10 Gauge Drill (INTVM-DRL) used in orthopedic/spinal procedures due to potential inadequate sterilization. Affected units sold with lot number 20102486. Consumers should contact manufacturer for details.
Products distributed as sterile may not have been adequately sterilized
Zavation is recalling 10 Gauge Drills used in orthopedic and spinal procedures because some may not have been properly sterilized. This could lead to infections if used on patients. Affected units have lot number 20102486.
The drill may not have been adequately sterilized, which could lead to infections if used on patients during surgery. This is a risk specific to medical procedures where sterile tools are critical.
Orthopedic and spinal surgery patients and medical professionals who use the recalled 10 Gauge Drill (INTVM-DRL) with lot number 20102486. Patients using the drill during procedures are at higher risk of infection.
Check for the product code INTVM-DRL on the drill. Affected units were sold with lot number 20102486. This drill is used in orthopedic and spinal procedures.
Look for the product code INTVM-DRL and lot number 20102486 on the drill.
The recall states that some units may not have been adequately sterilized, so it is not safe to use without confirming the lot number.
Contact Zavation directly to confirm if your drill is affected and get instructions.
Check for the product code INTVM-DRL and lot number 20102486 on the drill.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zav: Ortho to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1731-2021 — Zav: Ortho Zav: Ortho Hello, I own a Zav: Ortho that is covered by recall Z-1731-2021 from Zav: Ortho. 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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