Zimmer Biomet recalls specific hip fracture nail models due to set screw not advancing or reversing properly, potentially affecting surgical fixation.
The set screw is not able to advance or reverse from the original position in the nail.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain hip fracture nail models because the set screw cannot move correctly. This could lead to improper surgical fixation, risking the stability of the hip repair.
The set screw in the nail fails to advance or reverse from its original position. This could cause the nail to become loose or improperly fixed during surgery, potentially leading to instability in the hip repair.
Surgical patients who received the recalled hip fracture nail models during procedures. Patients using the nail for hip fracture repair are most at risk.
Check for the model name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125' with dimensions 13 mm x 300 mm. The item number 814313380 is also associated with this recall.
Verify the model name, dimensions, and item number to confirm if the product is recalled.
The recall is for a potential issue with the set screw not advancing or reversing properly, which could affect surgical fixation. However, the hazard level is low risk as the remedy is not specified and the issue may not cause serious injury in normal use.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so there is no action required beyond checking if the product is recalled.
Check for the model name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Right 125' with dimensions 13 mm x 300 mm and item number 814313380.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3073-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-3073-2018 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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