Zimmer Biomet recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130 (13mm x 400mm) due to set screw not advancing or reversing properly. Affected units sold between 2015-2020; contact for repair or replacement.
The set screw is not able to advance or reverse from the original position in the nail.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling a specific hip fracture nail model because its set screw can't move properly. This could cause the nail to become stuck, potentially leading to improper fracture fixation and complications during healing.
The set screw in the nail fails to advance or reverse from its original position, which may cause the nail to become stuck. This could lead to improper fracture fixation, potentially causing complications during healing or requiring additional surgical intervention.
Orthopedic surgeons and medical professionals using the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130 (13mm x 400mm) for hip fracture repairs. Patients who have received this specific implant are at risk of improper fixation.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130' with dimensions 13 mm x 400 mm and item number 814613400. Units were sold between 2015 and 2020.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet directly for guidance on repair or replacement options.
The set screw in the Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130 cannot advance or reverse from its original position, which may cause improper fracture fixation.
Check for the product name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130' with dimensions 13 mm x 400 mm and item number 814613400. Units were sold between 2015 and 2020.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly for guidance on repair or replacement options.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3170-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-3170-2018 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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