Zimmer Biomet Affixus Hip Nail Recall: Sterile Packaging Open in Surgery

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Recalling firmZimmer Biomet, Inc.56 E Bell Dr, N/A · Warsaw, IN 46582-6989

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What happened, in plain English

Zimmer Biomet is recalling hip fracture nails that may have open sterile packaging during surgery. This could lead to infection risks if the product is used without proper sterility.

Why it’s dangerous

The sterile packaging may be open before surgery, which could lead to contamination. This risk occurs during the surgical procedure when the product is handled.

Who’s affected

Surgical teams using Zimmer Biomet Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with lot number 450640 are affected. Patients undergoing hip fracture surgery are at risk of infection if the product is used without proper sterility.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the lot number 450640 on the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail packaging. The product is intended for hip fracture fixation and has item number 814309260.

Brand
Zimmer Biomet
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Verify if the sterile packaging is open before surgery. If open, do not use the product.

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Questions people ask

Is there a fix for this issue?

The recall notice does not specify a remedy.

Which lot numbers are affected?

Lot number 450640 is affected.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check for lot number 450640 on the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail packaging.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall Z-0123-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet

Hello,

I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0123-2019 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0123-2019 (August 8, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0123-2019 to see it in context.
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Zimmer Biomet, Inc. recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125 9 mm x 260 mm, Item Number 814309260 Product Usage: Intended for the fixation of

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