Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with open sterile packaging during surgery. Affected lot numbers 616680 and 616780. 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 was found open during surgery, which means the product might not be properly sterilized. This could lead to infection or contamination if used without proper sterilization.
Patients who received the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125 (13 mm x 300 mm) with lot numbers 616680 or 616780. Surgeons and medical facilities using these specific products are most at risk.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125' with lot numbers 616680 or 616780. The item number is 814313300.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet for specific instructions on handling affected products.
The recall indicates potential open sterile packaging during surgery, so it may not be safe without proper sterilization.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly for specific instructions on handling affected products.
The sterile packaging being open during surgery could lead to infection or contamination if the product is not properly sterilized.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0141-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0141-2019 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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