Zimmer Biomet recalls Humeral Guide Wire Ball Tips with specific lot numbers due to potential failure of sterile packaging seals. This could compromise product sterility during use.
Potential failure of sterile packaging seal.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain Humeral Guide Wire Ball Tips that may have failed sterile packaging seals. This could lead to contamination during medical procedures if the product is used without proper sterility.
The sterile packaging seal might fail, allowing contaminants to enter the product. This could lead to infection during surgical procedures if the product is not properly sterilized before use.
Medical professionals using the recalled Humeral Guide Wire Ball Tips for orthopedic procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these implants could face infection if the packaging seal fails.
Check the item number 47-2255-008-00 on the product. The recalled items have specific lot numbers listed in the record: 63738593 through 77006545.
Look for the lot numbers listed in the recall: 63738593 through 77006545.
The recall is for potential failure of the sterile packaging seal, which could lead to contamination during medical procedures.
Check the lot number on the product. If it matches the listed numbers, contact Zimmer Biomet for instructions.
The recall is for potential contamination risk, not direct injury. The hazard level is low risk as the product is not used in normal consumer settings.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1466-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1466-2018 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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