Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with lot numbers 177820-287770 due to sterile packaging opening during surgery. This could lead to infection risks if the product is used without proper sterility.
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 increase infection risk if the product is used without proper sterility.
The sterile packaging may be open during surgery, which means the product could be contaminated. If the nail is used without proper sterility, it could lead to infections in the patient.
Patients who received the recalled Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with specific lot numbers (177820-287770) are affected. Surgeons and medical staff using these products during hip fracture repairs are at risk of infection.
Check the lot numbers on the product: 177820, 177830, 177890, 177910, 177920, 244120, or 287770. The product is a hip fracture nail used for fixing fractures.
Look for lot numbers 177820, 177830, 177890, 177910, 177920, 244120, or 287770 on the packaging.
The recall is due to complaints that the sterile packaging may be open during surgery, which could lead to contamination and infection risks.
Check the lot number on the product. If it matches the recalled lot numbers, contact Zimmer Biomet for further instructions.
The recall addresses infection risks from potential contamination, not direct injury risks. The hazard does not indicate a risk of serious injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0122-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0122-2019 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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