Zimmer Biomet recalls certain orthopedic fixation systems made before January 2014 due to risk of implants sticking to LDPE packaging during use.
Non-highly polished implants may adhere to the LDPE bag (previous packaging configuration).
Zimmer Biomet is recalling orthopedic fixation systems made before January 2014 because non-highly polished implants can adhere to the LDPE packaging. This could cause the implant to become stuck during surgery, potentially leading to complications.
Non-highly polished implants in the recalled products can stick to the LDPE (low-density polyethylene) packaging used in the original packaging configuration. This could cause the implant to become stuck during surgery, potentially leading to complications if the implant is not properly removed.
Patients who received orthopedic surgery using Zimmer Biomet fixation systems made before January 2014 are likely affected. Surgeons and medical staff using these products during procedures are at higher risk.
Check if your fixation system has any of the listed item numbers (00118100522 through 47349142015) and was manufactured before January 2014. The packaging may have been LDPE.
Look for the item numbers listed in the recall notice and verify if your product was manufactured before January 2014.
The recall applies to fixation systems made before January 2014. If you have a product with the listed item numbers, contact Zimmer Biomet for guidance.
Check the item numbers on your product packaging or documentation. The recall includes specific item numbers made before January 2014.
The hazard involves implants potentially sticking to packaging during surgery, but the recall is for products made before January 2014. The risk is low and not immediate for most users.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0326-2020 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0326-2020 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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