Zimmer Biomet recalls THP Hip Plating System with specific item numbers due to potential increased fracture rate and discoloration in packaging.
Potential increase in fracture rate was detected during internal testing, in addition to potential discoloration inside the inner pouch of the packaging.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain THP Hip Plating Systems because internal testing found a potential increase in fracture rate and discoloration inside the packaging. This recall matters because the hip plating system is used in surgical procedures and could lead to complications if fractures occur.
The recall was triggered by internal testing that detected a potential increase in fracture rate and discoloration inside the inner pouch of the packaging. These issues could lead to complications during surgical procedures if the hip plating system fractures.
Patients who received the recalled THP Hip Plating System during surgery are likely affected. Surgeons and medical staff who used these specific item numbers during procedures are at the highest risk.
Check the item numbers listed in the recall (14-451070 to 14-451130 and others) on the packaging. The product is a metallic bone fixation system used in hip surgeries.
Reach out to your surgeon to determine if you received a recalled THP Hip Plating System during surgery.
Internal testing detected a potential increase in fracture rate and discoloration inside the packaging of the THP Hip Plating System.
The official recall notice does not specify a remedy, so contact your surgeon to determine if you received a recalled item.
Yes, check the item numbers listed in the recall (14-451070 to 14-451130 and others) on the packaging.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1347-2020 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1347-2020 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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