Zimmer Biomet recalls specific spinal fixation implants due to reports of screws backing out post-surgery. Affected items include model CANN POLY EXT TAB 7.5X45MM with item number 810M7545. Owners should check lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
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 certain spinal fixation implants that may back out after surgery. This could lead to instability in the spine repair. Affected items have specific model numbers and lot codes listed in the recall notice.
The extended tab screws in these implants may not lock properly, causing the implant to back out after surgery. This could lead to instability in the spine repair and potential complications.
Patients who received the recalled spinal implants during surgery are most at risk. The recall applies to specific model numbers and lot codes used in non-cervical spinal fixation procedures.
Check if your implant has the model name 'CANN POLY EXT TAB 7.5X45MM' and item number 810M7545. Look for lot numbers listed: C19I0005, C19I0016, C19J0018, C19L0010, C20A0009, C20A0011, C20A0013, SBM108415, SBM118997, SBM120813, SBM122160.
Identify your implant model and lot number to confirm if it's affected by this recall.
The recalled implants have model number CANN POLY EXT TAB 7.5X45MM with item number 810M7545.
Affected lot numbers include C19I0005, C19I0016, C19J0018, C19L0010, C20A0009, C20A0011, C20A0013, SBM108415, SBM118997, SBM120813, SBM122160.
The recall does not require immediate removal; affected patients should check with their surgeon about the implant's condition.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2225-2020 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-2225-2020 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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