Zav:ion recalls 10-gauge sterile drills for orthopedic/spinal procedures due to potential inadequate sterilization. Affected units may pose infection risks if used without proper sterilization.
Products distributed as sterile may not have been adequately sterilized
Zav:ion is recalling 10-gauge sterile drills used in orthopedic and spinal procedures because they may not have been properly sterilized. This could lead to infection risks if the drills are used without adequate sterilization.
The drills may not have been adequately sterilized, which could lead to infection if used in medical procedures. This risk is specific to sterile surgical tools that are not properly sterilized before use.
Orthopedic and spinal surgery patients and medical professionals who use these drills for procedures. Those using the drills without proper sterilization are at higher risk of infection.
Look for the product name '10 GAUGE DRILL STERILE' sold by Zavation for orthopedic or spinal procedures. The recall is pending, so no specific model numbers or dates are listed.
Verify if the drill has been properly sterilized before use, as inadequate sterilization could lead to infection risks.
The drills may not have been adequately sterilized, which could lead to infection risks if used in medical procedures.
Look for the product name '10 GAUGE DRILL STERILE' sold by Zavation for orthopedic or spinal procedures. The recall is pending, so no specific model numbers or dates are listed.
Check if the drill has been properly sterilized before use. If unsure, contact Zavation for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zav:ion to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1746-2021 — Zav:ion Zav:ion Hello, I own a Zav:ion that is covered by recall Z-1746-2021 from Zav:ion. 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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