Zimmer Biomet recalls 20mm Compress Device Short Anchor Plug With Drill Set due to potential metal burrs causing improper implant insertion. Affected units may require replacement to prevent complications during surgery.
Potential metal burrs in the holes of the device preventing the appropriate drill and transverse pins from being inserted
Zimmer Biomet is recalling its 20mm Compress Device Short Anchor Plug With Drill Set because metal burrs in the device could prevent proper drill and pin insertion. This risk could lead to surgical complications if the device is used without correction.
The device may contain metal burrs that prevent the drill and transverse pins from being inserted correctly. This could lead to improper surgical fixation, potentially causing complications during the procedure.
Surgical patients and medical professionals using the Biomet 20mm Compress Device Short Anchor Plug With Drill Set for joint replacements or tumor resections. Patients undergoing procedures with this device are most at risk.
Check for the item number 178562 on the device packaging or label. The product was sold with lot number 608740 and UDI number (01)00880304461666(17)271113(10)608740.
Look for the item number 178562 on the device packaging or label to confirm if it is affected.
The device may contain metal burrs that prevent the drill and transverse pins from being inserted correctly, potentially causing surgical complications.
Check for the item number 178562 on the device packaging or label. The product was sold with lot number 608740 and UDI number (01)00880304461666(17)271113(10)608740.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Biomet directly for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0553-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0553-2019 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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