Zimmer recalls sterile disposable tourniquet cuffs with dual bladders due to potential leak causing both to inflate/deflate. Affected items have specific lot numbers and item codes.
When inflating/deflating a single bladder, both bladders could potentially inflate/deflate due to a leak between the bladders.
Zimmer is recalling sterile disposable tourn:quint cuffs that have a risk of both bladders inflating or deflating due to a leak between them. This could lead to improper blood flow control during medical procedures.
The tourniquet cuff has two bladders that can leak between them. When one bladder is inflated or deflated, the leak may cause both bladders to move, potentially leading to improper blood flow control during surgery.
Medical professionals using these tourniquet cuffs for surgery are most at risk. The recall affects specific lot numbers and item codes sold to hospitals and clinics.
Check for the item number 60708015200 on the cuff. Look for the lot number 27968701 or the UDI code (01)00889024377547 (17)230812(10)27968701 on the packaging.
Verify the item number 60708015200 and lot number 27968701 on the tourniquet cuff.
The recall indicates a potential leak risk, so it is not recommended for use until the remedy is applied.
Look for the item number 60708015200 and lot number 27968701 on the cuff packaging.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Surgical Inc for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1356-2020 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-1356-2020 from Zimmer. 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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