Zimmer Biomet recalls peri dist volar/dorsal implants made before January 2014 due to risk of implants adhering to LDPE packaging.
Non-highly polished implants may adhere to the LDPE bag (previous packaging configuration).
Zimmer Biomet is recalling peri dist volar/dorsal implants with specific item numbers made before January 2014. The implants may stick to the plastic packaging, which could cause issues during surgery.
The implants may adhere to the LDPE (low-density polyethylene) packaging during surgery. This could potentially cause complications if the implant becomes stuck to the packaging material during the procedure.
Orthopedic surgeons and medical professionals who use these implants for joint procedures. The risk is low as the issue involves packaging adhesion rather than direct harm to patients.
Check for item numbers 00234801303, 00234801304, 00234801306, 00234801308, 00234801310, and other listed numbers. Products made before January 2014 are affected.
Identify if your implant has one of the listed item numbers (e.g., 00234801303).
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet for guidance on next steps if you have the affected product.
The implants may adhere to the LDPE packaging during surgery, which could cause complications.
Check the product numbers and contact Zimmer Biomet for guidance on next steps.
The recall addresses potential packaging adhesion during surgery, not direct patient harm.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0315-2020 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0315-2020 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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