Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with open sterile packaging during surgery. Affected lot numbers: 679160. 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 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.
The sterile packaging may be open before surgery, which could lead to contamination. This risk exists if the product is used without proper sterility checks.
Patients who received the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 125 (11 mm x 320 mm) with lot number 679160. Surgeons and medical staff using this specific product are most at risk.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 125', size 11 mm x 320 mm, and lot number 679160. The item was sold with Zimmer Biomet.
Identify if your product matches the description: Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 125 (11 mm x 320 mm) with lot number 679160.
The recall indicates potential open sterile packaging during surgery, but the product is safe if used with proper sterility checks.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly for specific instructions on how to handle the product.
Check the lot number on the packaging; affected products have lot number 679160.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0151-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0151-2019 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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