Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with open sterile packaging during surgery. Affected lot numbers: 436200. 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 hip fracture nails that may have open sterile packaging during surgery. This could lead to infection or contamination if used without proper sterilization.
The sterile packaging was found open before surgery, which could allow contamination. This means the implant might not be properly sterilized, increasing infection risk.
Surgical teams using Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with lot number 436200 are affected. Patients receiving these implants face the risk of infection.
Check for the lot number 436200 on the packaging. The product is an Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125 (11 mm x 460 mm) with item number 814311460.
Look for lot number 436200 on the sterile packaging of the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail.
The recall indicates the sterile packaging may be open during surgery, which could lead to contamination. Affected units should not be used.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly for instructions on how to handle the affected lot number 436200.
Check for lot number 436200 on the packaging of the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125 (11 mm x 460 mm).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0137-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0137-2019 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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