Zimmer Biomet recalls hip screws that may be mislabeled as 20mm instead of 30mm, risking surgical errors. Affected items include specific lot numbers for the RingLoc Hip System Self-Tapping Bone Screw.
Two lengths of the 6.5mm RingLoc Hip System Self-Tapping Bone Screw may have the potential for the 30mm screws to be packaged as 20mm screws and vice versa.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling hip screws that could be mislabeled as 20mm instead of 30mm. This confusion might lead to surgical errors during hip replacement procedures.
The screws may be packaged with the wrong length (20mm instead of 30mm). This could cause incorrect surgical placement, potentially leading to complications during hip replacement surgery.
Patients who received the recalled hip screws for total hip implants are affected. Surgeons and medical staff using these screws during procedures are at risk of errors.
Check the product label for lot numbers: 859960, 859980, 860120, 860310, or 860580. The screws are part of the RingLoc Hip System Self-Tapping Bone Screw 6.5mmx30mm-Low Profile Titanium accessory for total hip implants.
Look for lot numbers on the packaging: 859960, 859980, 860120, 860310, or 860580.
The recall is due to a potential mix-up in screw sizes where 30mm screws may be packaged as 20mm screws, risking surgical errors.
Check the product label for lot numbers: 859960, 859980, 860120, 860310, or 860580. If you have these, contact Zimmer Biomet for guidance.
The recall addresses a potential labeling error that could lead to surgical errors, but there is no indication of immediate harm to patients who have already received the screws.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1087-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1087-2019 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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