Zimmer Biomet recalls certain Smooth Guide Wire Bullet Tip 3.0mm diameter items due to potential sterile packaging seal failure. Affected units include specific lot numbers. Consumers should check their product details.
Potential failure of sterile packaging seal.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling specific models of Smooth Guide Wire Bullet Tips because their sterile packaging might fail. This could lead to contamination of the medical device. Affected items have unique lot numbers listed in the recall.
The sterile packaging seal might fail, potentially allowing contamination of the medical device. This could lead to infection or other complications during surgery if the device is used without proper sterility.
Medical professionals using Zimmer Biomet's Smooth Guide Wire Bullet Tips for surgical procedures. Patients receiving these devices are at minimal risk if the packaging remains intact.
Check the product label for the item number 47-2255-008-01 and lot numbers listed in the recall (e.g., 63619923, 63625354, etc.).
Look for the item number 47-2255-008-01 and lot numbers from the list provided in the recall.
The recall is due to potential failure of the sterile packaging seal, which could lead to contamination of the medical device.
Check the product label for the item number and lot numbers listed in the recall. If it matches, stop using it and contact Zimmer Biomet for further instructions.
The risk is low as the packaging failure would only affect sterility, not the device's function. However, contamination could lead to infection during surgery.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1473-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1473-2018 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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