Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails with open sterile packaging during surgery. Affected lot numbers: 136750. Contact for return instructions.
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 have been open before surgery, meaning the product could be contaminated. This increases the risk of infection or improper healing during the surgical procedure.
Surgical teams using the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125 model with lot number 136750 are affected. Patients undergoing hip fracture surgery are at risk of infection if the packaging was compromised.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125', item number 814313360, and lot number 136750. The product is used for hip fracture fixation in surgery.
Verify if the sterile packaging was open before surgery by checking with your surgical team.
The recall indicates potential open packaging during surgery, which could lead to contamination. Consult your surgical team for specific guidance.
Look for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125', item number 814313360, and lot number 136750.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Biomet directly for instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0142-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0142-2019 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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