Zimmer Biomet recalls Prox Lat Tib Lock Plate and Dist Med Tib Lock Plate models made before January 2014 due to risk of implants sticking to LDPE packaging during surgery.
Non-highly polished implants may adhere to the LDPE bag (previous packaging configuration).
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain orthopedic plates made before January 2014 because non-highly polished implants could stick to the plastic packaging during surgery. This could lead to complications if the implant becomes stuck in the surgical site.
The implants may adhere to the LDPE (low-density polyethylene) packaging material used in the original packaging. This could cause the implant to become stuck during surgery, potentially leading to complications if the implant is not properly removed.
Patients who received these specific orthopedic plates before January 2014 are affected. Surgeons and medical staff using these plates during procedures are most at risk.
Check for item numbers starting with 47235700306 through 47235701010 on the packaging. These plates were manufactured before January 2014.
Look for item numbers starting with 47235700306 through 47235701010 on the packaging.
The non-highly polished implants may adhere to the LDPE bag (previous packaging configuration) during surgery, which could cause complications.
If you have these specific item numbers made before January 2014, check the packaging for the item numbers and contact Zimmer Biomet for further instructions.
The recall is for potential complications during surgery if the implant sticks to the packaging, but the hazard is not described as causing serious injury in normal use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0309-2020 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0309-2020 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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