Zimmer Biomet recalls hip fracture nails with set screw that won't advance or reverse. Affected models may not secure properly during surgery.
The set screw is not able to advance or reverse from the original position in the nail.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling hip fracture nails that have a set screw which cannot advance or reverse from its original position. This could lead to improper fixation during surgery, potentially causing complications for patients.
The set screw in the nail fails to move forward or backward from its starting position. This could prevent the nail from properly securing the bone fragments during hip fracture repair, potentially leading to improper healing.
Patients who received the recalled hip fracture nail during surgery are affected. Surgeons and medical staff using the product are at risk if they have the specific model.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130' with dimensions 13 mm x 420 mm. The item number 814613420 is also associated with this recall.
Verify the product name, dimensions, and item number to confirm if the item is recalled.
The recall indicates a potential issue with the set screw that may affect surgical fixation, but the official notice does not specify patient injury reports.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130' with dimensions 13 mm x 420 mm and item number 814613420.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Biomet directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3171-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-3171-2018 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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