Zimmer Biomet recalls specific surgical guide wires due to potential sterility compromise from creases in the sealing area. Affected items expire before September 30, 2023.
Various Trauma Guide Wires- creases in the sealing area on the end opposite of the product's chevron opening compromising product sterility
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain surgical guide wires because creases in the sealing area could compromise sterility. This risk affects the safety of the procedure and requires immediate attention from medical professionals using these instruments.
Creases in the sealing area opposite the chevron opening may compromise the product's sterility. This could lead to infections or other complications during surgery if the instrument is not properly sterile.
Medical professionals using the recalled surgical guide wires during orthopaedic procedures are affected. The risk is primarily for those performing surgeries with the specific model before its expiration date.
Check for the item number 47-2255-008-01 on the surgical guide wire. The product is a single-use instrument used in orthopaedic surgery and expires before September 30, 2023.
Verify the item number 47-2255-008-01 on the surgical guide wire.
The product is not safe for use as recalled due to potential sterility compromise. Medical professionals should stop using it and follow the recall instructions.
The product expires before September 30, 2023.
Check for the item number 47-2255-008-01 on the surgical guide wire. This specific model is used in orthopaedic surgery and expires before September 30, 2023.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0537-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0537-2019 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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