Zimmer Biomet recalls certain spinal fixation implants due to reports of screws backing out post-surgery. Affected items include specific model numbers and lot ranges. 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 specific spinal fixation implants that may back out after surgery. This could lead to complications if the screws loosen during healing.
The implants have reported issues where the extended tab screws do not lock properly. This can cause the closure top to back out of the screw after surgery, potentially leading to instability in the spinal fixation.
Patients who received the recalled implants during surgery are most at risk. The recall affects individuals who used the specific model numbers and lot ranges listed in the notice.
Check for the model number CANN POLY EXT TAB 6.5X45MM and item number 810M6545. Affected lots include C19G0005 through C20B0009 and SBM108410 to SBM118992.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet directly for specific instructions on how to handle the recalled implants.
The recalled implants are the CANN POLY EXT TAB 6.5X45MM model with item number 810M6545.
Patients who received the specific model numbers and lot ranges listed in the recall notice are affected.
Check the model number and lot numbers provided in the recall notice, which include C19G0005 through C20B0009 and SBM108410 to SBM118992.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2220-2020 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-2220-2020 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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