Zimmer Biomet recalls hip prostheses with LDPE packaging that may leave residue on implants after removal. Affected units have specific model 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 hip prostheses that may have LDPE packaging residue after removal. This residue could cause issues with the implant's function or fit. Affected units have specific model and lot numbers.
The LDPE packaging may stick to the highly polished implant surface, leaving residue. This residue could interfere with the implant's function or fit, potentially causing complications during surgery or long-term use.
Patients who received the recalled hip prosthesis with model number 00-8114-002-18 and lot number 61750651 are affected. Those with the specific implant type are most at risk.
Check for the model number 00-8114-002-18 and lot number 61750651 on the implant. The product is a hip prosthesis, semi-constrained, metal/polymer, porous uncemented.
Reach out to Zimmer Biomet directly for specific instructions on verifying your implant and next steps.
The recall indicates a potential for LDPE packaging residue on the implant, which could affect function or fit. However, the hazard is described as low risk.
Check for the model number 00-8114-002-18 and lot number 61750651 on your implant. The product is a hip prosthesis, semi-constrained, metal/polymer, porous uncemented.
Contact Zimmer Biomet directly for specific instructions on verifying your implant and next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1015-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1015-2018 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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