Zimmer recalls Sidus Stem-Free Shoulder Humeral Head 50-18 implants due to incorrect labeling showing size 50-18 when actual size is 40-14. This mismatch could lead to improper surgical fitting.
Incorrect labeling on the products package. The label on the package shows size 50-18 whereas the implant inside the packaging size 40-14.
Zimmer is recalling Sidus Stem-Free Shoulder Humeral Head implants because the packaging labels show size 50-18 but the actual implants are size 40-14. This mismatch could cause improper surgical fitting if used without correction.
The packaging labels incorrectly state the implant size as 50-18, but the actual implant is size 40-14. This mismatch could lead to improper surgical fitting if the implant is used without correction.
Orthopedic surgeons and patients who have received this specific implant model for shoulder surgery are affected. Patients who have undergone surgery using this implant are most at risk.
Look for the Sidus Stem-Free Shoulder Humeral Head 50-18 implant with item number 01.04555.500. The lot number 2941696 and UDI (01) 00889024415973 are also associated with this recall.
Verify the implant size on the packaging against the actual implant size to ensure it matches the correct size 40-14.
The packaging labels show size 50-18, but the actual implant is size 40-14, which could lead to improper surgical fitting.
Check the implant size on the packaging and compare it to the actual implant size. If it does not match 40-14, contact Zimmer for guidance.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so no fix is provided. Affected users should check the implant size and contact Zimmer if needed.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2762-2019 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-2762-2019 from Zimmer. 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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