Zimmer Biomet recalls specific humeral guide wires due to potential packaging seal failure. Affected items have unique lot numbers; consumers should check their product details to determine if recalled.
Potential failure of sterile packaging seal.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain humeral guide wires that may have packaging seals that fail, risking contamination. This could lead to infections or other complications if the device is used without proper sterility.
The sterile packaging seal could fail, allowing contaminants to enter the device. This might lead to infections or other complications if the device is used without proper sterility.
Medical professionals who use these specific humeral guide wires during surgeries are most at risk. Patients using the recalled items may face infection risks if the packaging fails.
Check for lot numbers: 63733049, 63738623, 63748399, 63753770, 63758430, 63849380, 77006555, or 77006556, or 77006557. The product is a single-use humeral guide wire with a smooth 2.4 mm diameter and 70 cm length.
Identify the lot number on your humeral guide wire to see if it matches the recalled numbers.
The recall is for potential packaging seal failure, which could lead to contamination. If the packaging seal is intact, the product may be safe, but the manufacturer recommends checking the lot number.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Biomet directly to determine next steps.
Check the lot number on your humeral guide wire; recalled items have specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1465-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1465-2018 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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