Zimmer Biomet recalls specific humeral guide wire models due to potential failure of sterile packaging seals. This could lead to contamination risks during medical procedures. Affected units include lot numbers 63733046, 63758: 77006554.
Potential failure of sterile packaging seal.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain humeral guide wires because their sterile packaging might fail, risking contamination during surgery. This is a serious issue for medical procedures but does not affect the device's safety once used.
The sterile packaging seal could fail, potentially allowing contamination of the device. This might lead to infections or other complications during surgical procedures if the device is not properly sterilized.
Medical professionals using the specific humeral guide wire models listed in the recall. Patients undergoing surgery with these devices are at risk of contamination if the packaging fails.
Check for the item number 00-2255-026-00 and lot numbers 63733046, 63758426, or 77006554 on the packaging. The product is a 2.4 mm diameter, 70 cm long humeral guide wire used in medical procedures.
Look for the item number 00-2255-026-00 and lot numbers 63733046, 63758426, or 77006554 on the packaging.
The recall is due to potential packaging seal failure, not the device itself. The product is safe for use once properly sterilized, but the packaging risk requires checking the specific lot numbers.
Check the packaging for the item number and lot numbers. If you have the affected units, contact Zimmer Biomet for further instructions.
Look for the item number 00-2255-026-00 and lot numbers 63733046, 63758426, or 77006554 on the packaging. If you have these, it is part of the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1474-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1474-2018 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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