Zimmer Biomet recalls Vanguard 360 Revision Knee System 75x 5mm Universal Tibial Block Augment (Model 185224) due to one bolt missing from sterile package. This could cause improper implant fixation.
The implant only has one bolt in the sterile package but it should have had two.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling a specific knee implant model because the sterile package contains only one bolt instead of two. This could lead to improper implant fixation during surgery, potentially causing complications.
The implant's sterile package has only one bolt instead of two. This could cause improper fixation during surgery, potentially leading to implant failure or complications.
Patients who received this specific knee implant model during surgery are affected. Surgeons and medical teams using this implant are most at risk.
Check for the model number 185224 on the implant package. This product was sold for total knee arthroplasty procedures.
Verify the model number 185224 on the implant package to confirm if it's recalled.
The sterile package contains only one bolt instead of two, which could cause improper implant fixation during surgery.
Check for model number 185224 on the implant package. This product was used for total knee arthroplasty procedures.
Check the package for model number 185224. If you have this model, contact Zimmer Biomet for further 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-3250-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-3250-2018 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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