Zimmer Biomet recalls certain VERSYS hip implants due to LDPE packaging residue potentially adhering to implants after removal. Affected units include specific sizes and lot numbers. Consumers should contact the company for details.
The LDPE bag packaging for various highly polished hip and knee implants may adhere to the highly polished surface, leaving residue or material from the LDPE bag on the implant after it is removed from the bag.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling specific hip implants that may have LDPE packaging residue on the implant surface after removal from the bag. This residue could affect the implant's performance or compatibility with the body. Affected units have unique model numbers and lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
The LDPE (low-density polyethylene) packaging material may stick to the highly polished surface of the hip implants after they are removed from the bag. This residue could potentially interfere with the implant's integration with the body or cause complications during the healing process.
Patients who received the recalled VERSYS hip implants with specific model numbers and lot numbers listed in the recall notice are most at risk. The recall affects individuals who have undergone hip replacement surgery using these particular implants.
Check the product label for model numbers like 00-7843-012-08, 00-7843-013-08, 00-7843-014-08, etc. and lot numbers such as 62053685, 62116471, 62184774, etc. The implants are part of Zimmer Biomet's VERSYS hip replacement system.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet directly to confirm if your specific implant model and lot number are affected by this recall.
The LDPE packaging material may adhere to the highly polished surface of the hip implants after removal from the bag, potentially leaving residue that could affect the implant's performance.
Check the product label for model numbers like 00-7843-012-08, 00-7843-013-08, 00-7843-014-08, etc., and lot numbers such as 62053685, 62116471, 62184774, etc.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly to confirm if your specific implant model and lot number are affected by this 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-1029-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1029-2018 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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