Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with open sterile packaging during surgery. Affected lot numbers 369400 and 369410. Consumers should contact for details.
There were complaints indicating that when the product was opened in surgery, the sterile packaging was already open.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the sterile packaging may be open during surgery. This could lead to infection risks if the product is used without proper sterility.
The sterile packaging being open during surgery means the product could be contaminated. This increases the risk of infection for patients during the procedure.
Patients scheduled for hip fracture surgery using the affected lot numbers (369400 or 369410) are most at risk. Healthcare providers using these specific products may also be affected.
Check the lot number on the packaging. Affected items have lot numbers 369400 or 369410. The product is a left hip fracture nail with dimensions 13 mm x 360 mm.
Look for lot numbers 369400 or 369410 on the packaging.
The recall indicates potential contamination risk if the sterile packaging is open during surgery. Affected products should not be used until contacted by Zimmer Biomet.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly to determine if your product is affected and follow their instructions.
Check the lot number on the packaging. Affected products have lot numbers 369400 or 369410.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0156-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0156-2019 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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