Zimmer Biomet recalls guide wires with potential sterile barrier breach leading to infection risk. Affected models include 2.0mmx98cm wires with specific serial numbers. Consumers should contact the company for details.
The firm is recalling various trauma guide wires due to insufficient packaging design verification and exceeding the expected occurrence rate of complaints for sterile barrier failure. Guide wires packaged in the affected packaging configuration have the potential for sterile barrier breach, leading to possible risk for infection.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain guide wires due to a risk of sterile barrier breaches that could lead to infection. These wires are used in medical procedures to insert implants. The recall affects specific models and serial numbers.
The guide wires are packaged in a configuration that may not properly verify sterile barriers, increasing the chance of contamination. If the sterile barrier is breached, it could lead to infection during surgery.
Medical professionals using Zimmer Biomet guide wires for surgical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these procedures may be affected if the wires are used without proper sterile packaging.
Check for the model 'GUIDE WIRE w/ BALL TIP 2.0MMX98CM' with serial numbers listed in the recall notice. The affected items are used for surgical procedures involving bone implants.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet directly for specific details about your product and instructions on how to return or replace it.
The recalled model is 'GUIDE WIRE w/ BALL TIP 2.0MMX98CM' with specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Check for the model 'GUIDE WIRE w/ BALL TIP 2.0MMX98CM' and serial numbers from the list provided in the recall notice.
The recall indicates a potential risk for infection if the sterile barrier is breached, but the hazard does not specify a risk of serious injury in normal use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2234-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-2234-2018 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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