Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with open sterile packaging during surgery. Affected lot numbers 678960 and 678970. 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 or contamination if used without proper sterilization.
The sterile packaging may be open when the product is opened in surgery. This means the nail could be contaminated before use, increasing the risk of infection or improper fixation.
Patients who received the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125 (13 mm x 440 mm) with lot numbers 678960 or 678970 during surgery are affected. Surgeons and hospitals using these specific products are at risk.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125' and lot numbers 678960 or 678970 on the packaging. The item was sold for surgical use in the United States.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet for specific instructions on handling affected products.
The recall indicates potential open sterile packaging during surgery, which could lead to contamination. Affected products should not be used without contacting Zimmer Biomet.
Lot numbers 678960 and 678970 are affected.
Check the product name and lot numbers on the packaging. Affected items are the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125 with lot numbers 678960 or 678970.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0144-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0144-2019 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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