Zimmer recalls Dermatone AN surgical devices with model 88710100 that may have loose control bars or width plates, risking uneven graft thickness during skin graft procedures.
Devices may have a loose control bar, which could compromise the ability to control the thickness of the graft. Devices could also have a loose width plate that if undetected, could result in an imperfect, yet still usable graft. Potential risks include harvesting a skin graft of a thickness much greater than intended, described as patient gouged, minor delay of surgery, and sub-optimal (but usable) graft.
Zimmer is recalling Dermatone AN surgical devices with model number 88710100 due to potential loose control bars or width plates that could cause uneven skin graft thickness. This might lead to patient discomfort or minor surgical delays but is unlikely to cause serious injury.
The devices may have a loose control bar that affects how precisely the graft thickness is adjusted. A loose width plate could cause the graft to be thicker than intended, potentially leading to patient discomfort or minor surgical delays.
Surgical teams using Zimmer Dermatone AN devices with model 88710100 are most at risk. Patients undergoing skin graft procedures may experience minor discomfort or delays if the device is used without proper control.
Check for the model number 88710100 on the device. The recall includes specific production lots: 63578134, 63578135, 63592351, 63618116, 63646910, 63817639, and 63898373.
Look for the model number 88710100 on the device to confirm if it is recalled.
The recall describes potential risks like patient discomfort or minor delays, but not serious injury. The hazard is low risk.
Check the model number and production lots to see if your device is recalled. If it is, contact Zimmer Surgical Inc for guidance.
The recall states potential risks include patient discomfort or minor delays, but not serious injury. The hazard is low risk.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2602-2018 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-2602-2018 from Zimmer. 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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