Zimmer Biomet recalls Orthopedic Salvage System Hybrid Poly Tibia Item #151812 due to potential ineffective cleaning processes. Affected products were distributed from June 2016 to February 2019.
Cleaning processes potentially being ineffective
Zimmer Biomet is recalling a specific orthopedic implant product because cleaning processes might not work properly. This could lead to infection or other complications if the device isn't cleaned correctly.
The cleaning processes for this orthopedic implant might not be effective, which could lead to infection or other complications if the device isn't cleaned properly. This is a risk during the manufacturing or use phase of the implant.
Orthopedic surgeons and hospitals that used the Orthopedic Salvage System Hybrid Poly Tibia Item #151812 between June 2016 and February 2019 are likely affected. Patients who received this implant during that time period may also be at risk.
Check for the product name 'Orthopedic Salvage System (OSS) Hybrid Poly Tibia' and item number #151812. The affected products were distributed between June 2016 and February 2019.
Verify if your implant matches the product name and item number #151812 distributed between June 2016 and February 2019.
The recall states that cleaning processes might be ineffective, which could lead to infection or complications if not cleaned properly. This is a low-risk hazard.
Check for the product name 'Orthopedic Salvage System (OSS) Hybrid Poly Tibia' and item number #151812. The affected products were distributed between June 2016 and February 2019.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check with your healthcare provider or Zimmer Biomet for further guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2233-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-2233-2019 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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