Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with open sterile packaging during surgery. Affected items have lot numbers 287810 or 343660. Consumers should contact the company 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 hip fracture nails because the sterile packaging may be open during surgery. This could lead to infection or other complications if the product is not properly sterilized before use.
The sterile packaging may be open during surgery, which means the product could be contaminated before it reaches the operating room. This increases the risk of infection or other complications for patients.
Patients who received the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130 (11 mm x 380 mm) with lot numbers 287810 or 343660 are affected. Surgeons and medical staff using these specific products are at risk.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130', size 11 mm x 380 mm, and item number 814611380. Lot numbers 287810 or 343660 indicate affected items.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet directly for specific instructions on how to handle the recalled product.
The recall indicates the sterile packaging may be open during surgery, so it is not safe for use without proper verification.
Contact Zimmer Biomet for details on how to handle the recalled product.
Check the lot number on the product; affected items have lot numbers 287810 or 343660.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0166-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0166-2019 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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