Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with lot number 369640 due to sterile packaging opening during surgery. Affected patients should contact the company for details.
There were complaints indicating that when the product was opened in surgery, the sterile packaging was already open.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling hip fracture nails that may have sterile packaging that opens during surgery. This could lead to contamination of the surgical site and infection risks for patients.
The sterile packaging of the hip fracture nail may open during surgery, potentially contaminating the surgical site. This could lead to infection or other complications for the patient.
Patients who received the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 130 (11 mm x 340 mm) with lot number 369640 during surgery. Surgeons and medical staff using the product are at risk if the packaging opens unexpectedly.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 130' and lot number 369640 on the packaging. The item was sold for surgical use.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet directly for specific instructions on handling the recalled product.
The recall indicates potential packaging issues during surgery, but the product is intended for surgical use. Affected patients should contact Zimmer Biomet for guidance.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly for specific instructions on handling the recalled product.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 130' and lot number 369640 on the packaging.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0160-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0160-2019 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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