Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails due to sterile packaging being open during surgery. Affected lot numbers: 369280. Contact for return instructions.
There were complaints indicating that when the product was opened in surgery, the sterile packaging was already open.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain hip fracture nails because the sterile packaging may be open during surgery. This could lead to infection or other complications if the product is used without proper sterility.
The sterile packaging may be open during surgery, meaning the product could be contaminated before use. This increases the risk of infection or other complications for patients during the procedure.
Orthopedic surgeons and hospitals using the specific lot number 369280 of the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125. Patients undergoing hip fracture surgery are at risk if the product is used without proper sterility.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125', item number 814311440, and lot number 369280. The product is used for hip fracture fixation in surgical settings.
Look for lot number 369280 on the packaging to confirm if the product is affected.
The recall is due to complaints that the sterile packaging was already open during surgery, which could lead to contamination.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125', item number 814311440, and lot number 369280.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Biomet directly for 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-0136-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0136-2019 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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