Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails (Lot 244270-679300) due to sterile packaging opening during surgery, risking infection. Affected patients 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 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the sterile packaging may have been open during surgery. This could lead to infection risks for patients who received the device.
The sterile packaging may have been open during surgery, which could expose the device to contaminants. This increases the risk of infection for patients who received the nail during the procedure.
Patients who received the recalled Affixus Hip Fracture Nails (Lot Numbers 244270-679300) during surgery are most at risk. Healthcare providers using the product for hip fracture fixation may also be affected.
Check the product label for Lot Numbers 244270 or 679300. The device is a left hip fracture nail with dimensions 11 mm x 260 mm, Item Number 814411260.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet directly for specific instructions on handling the recalled product.
The recall indicates potential issues with sterile packaging during surgery, but the product may still be safe if the packaging was not compromised. Affected patients should contact Zimmer Biomet for details.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly for specific instructions on handling the recalled product. The company does not provide a standard remedy for this recall.
Check the product label for Lot Numbers 244270 or 679300. The device is a left hip fracture nail with dimensions 11 mm x 260 mm, Item Number 814411260.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0150-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0150-2019 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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