Zimmer Biomet recalls Orthopedic Salvage System Hybrid Poly Tibia items from 2016-2019 due to potential ineffective cleaning processes. Affected products may not clean properly, risking infection.
Cleaning processes potentially being ineffective
Zimmer Biomet is recalling a specific orthopedic implant product because its cleaning processes might not work well enough. This could lead to infections if the device isn't cleaned properly.
The cleaning processes for these implants might not be effective, which could lead to infections. This is a risk during the surgical procedure or after implantation if the device isn't cleaned thoroughly.
Orthopedic surgeons and hospitals that used the recalled Orthopedic Salvage System Hybrid Poly Tibia items between June 2016 and February 2019. Patients receiving these implants are at risk if the device wasn't cleaned properly.
Check for the product name 'Orthopedic Salvage System (OSS) Hybrid Poly Tibia' and item number #151815. The affected items were distributed between June 2016 and February 2019.
Identify if your item has the product name 'Orthopedic Salvage System (OSS) Hybrid Poly Tibia' and item number #151815.
The recall states that cleaning processes might be ineffective, which could lead to infections. However, the official notice does not specify if this has already caused injuries.
The affected products were distributed between June 2016 and February 2019.
The recall does not provide a remedy, so there is no action required beyond checking if you have the affected product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2236-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-2236-2019 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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