Zimmer Biomet recalls Spinal Rod Cutter (item 00392500200) due to potential fracture during surgical use. Affected units may cause injury if not handled properly.
Device has the potential for fracture during use.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling a spinal rod cutter used in surgeries because it can fracture during use. This poses a risk of injury to patients or surgeons if the device breaks unexpectedly.
The spinal rod cutter can fracture during surgical use, potentially causing injury to the patient or surgeon. This happens because the device is not designed to withstand the forces applied during cutting orthopedic rods.
Orthopedic surgeons and medical staff who use this device during spinal surgeries are most at risk. Patients receiving the procedure may also be affected if the device fractures.
This product is a nonsterile pin cutter sold under the brand Zimmer Biomet. It has item number 00392500200 and was used for cutting orthopedic rods/pins in surgeries.
Inspect the spinal rod cutter for signs of fracture or damage before use.
The recall states the device has a potential for fracture during use, so it is not safe to use without checking for damage.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check the device for fractures and avoid using it if damaged.
Look for the item number 00392500200 on the device, which is used for cutting orthopedic rods/pins in surgeries.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0696-2021 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0696-2021 from Zimmer Biomet. 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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