Zimmer Biomet recalls HENNESSY LEFT CONST GLENOID HA implants due to elevated bacterial endotoxin and debris from cleaning issues. Affected patients should contact for guidance.
Elevated levels of bacterial endotoxin and residual debris remain on the devices due to cleaning issue.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling a specific type of shoulder implant (HENNESSY LEFT CONST GLENOID HA) because cleaning issues left harmful bacteria and debris on the device. This could lead to infections or complications if the implant is used without proper cleaning.
The implant has elevated bacterial endotoxin and residual debris due to a cleaning issue. This can cause infections or complications if the implant is used without proper cleaning.
Patients who received this specific shoulder implant during constrained usage are affected. Those with the implant model PM555360 and UDI (01)00880304819597(17)260425(10)664030 are most at risk.
Check for the implant model PM555360 and unique identifier UDI (01)00880304819597(17)260425(10)664030. The product was used in constrained shoulder procedures.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet for specific guidance on the recall and next steps.
The recall states that elevated bacterial endotoxin and debris remain due to cleaning issues, so it could pose a risk even with proper use.
Look for the model PM555360 and unique identifier UDI (01)00880304819597(17)260425(10)664030 on your implant label.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly for specific guidance on the recall and next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0522-2020 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0522-2020 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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