Zimmer Biomet recalls VERSYS hip implants due to LDPE packaging residue that may remain on implants after removal. Affected units include specific lot numbers and item codes. 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 certain VERSYS hip prostheses because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the implants after removal. This residue could potentially affect the implant's performance or integration with the body. Affected units have specific lot numbers and item codes.
The LDPE (low-density polyethylene) packaging material may stick to the highly polished surface of the hip implant. This can leave residue on the implant after it's removed from the bag, potentially affecting how the implant integrates with the body.
Patients who received the recalled VERS: 6 inch beaded FC 15x160mm hip prosthesis with lot numbers 11004305 or 61729918 are most at risk. These units were sold with specific item codes.
Check for the specific lot numbers 11004305 or 61729918 and item code 00-7843-015-06 on the packaging or implant label. The product is a hip prosthesis with a 6-inch beaded FC 15x160mm size.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet directly to confirm if your implant is affected and get instructions for next steps.
The LDPE packaging may leave residue on the highly polished surface of the hip implant after removal, which could affect its performance or integration with the body.
Lot numbers 11004305 and 61729918 are affected.
Check the lot numbers and item code on the packaging or implant label. Affected units have lot numbers 11004305 or 61729918 and item code 00-7843-015-06.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1025-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1025-2018 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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