Zimmer Biomet recalls certain NCB Proximal Lateral Tibia implants 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 certain knee implants made before January 2014 because non-highly polished implants may stick to the original packaging. This could cause the implant to become dislodged during surgery, potentially leading to complications.
The implants have a surface that isn't highly polished, which can cause them to adhere to the LDPE (low-density polyethylene) packaging material. If the implant sticks to the packaging during surgery, it could become dislodged and cause complications.
Orthopedic surgeons and hospitals that use these implants for knee replacements are affected. Patients who have received these implants are at risk if the implant sticks to the packaging during surgery.
Check for item numbers 0202261205, 0202261207, 0202261209, 0202261213, 0202261305, 0202261307, 0202261309, or 0202261313. These implants were manufactured before January 2014.
Verify the item number and manufacturing date to confirm if the implant is part of the recall.
The implants may stick to the LDPE packaging during surgery, which could lead to dislodgement and complications.
If you have the recalled implant, contact Zimmer Biomet for guidance on next steps.
The risk is low as the implants are designed to be used with the packaging, but there is a possibility of sticking during surgery.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0303-2020 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0303-2020 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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