Zimmer Biomet recalls certain spinal fixation implants due to reports of screws backing out post-surgery. Affected items include specific model and lot numbers. Consumers should contact the company for details.
There are reports of inadequate locking of the extended tab screws. Complaints were reported where the closure top backed out of the screw post-operatively.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling spinal fixation implants that may back out after surgery. This could lead to complications if the implant loosens during healing.
The extended tab screws may not lock properly, causing the implant to back out after surgery. This could lead to instability in the spine and require additional medical intervention.
Patients who received the specific spinal implant model (CANN POLY EXT TAB 5.5X4:45MM) with listed lot numbers are affected. Surgeons and patients using these implants during procedures are at risk.
Check for the model name 'CANN POLY EXT TAB 5.5X45MM' and lot numbers listed: C19G0009, C19J0010, C19K0007, C20A0006, SBM108405, SBM118987, SBM121612, SBM122396, SBM122551.
Identify the model number and lot numbers to confirm if your implant is affected.
The recalled model is CANN POLY EXT TAB 5.5X45MM with specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Check the model number and lot numbers on your implant against the list provided in the recall notice.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly for guidance on next steps, as the recall remedy is not specified in the record.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2216-2020 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-2216-2020 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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