Zimmer Biomet recalls certain hip and knee implant packaging that may leave residue on implants after removal. This could affect patients with severe knee pain and disability. Contact the manufacturer 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 and knee implants that may have LDPE bag packaging residue on the implants after removal. This residue could potentially affect the implant's performance or compatibility with the body.
The LDPE bag packaging for these implants may adhere to the highly polished surface, leaving residue or material on the implant after it is removed from the bag. This residue could potentially affect the implant's performance or compatibility with the body.
Patients who received these specific hip and knee implants with the recalled packaging are likely affected. Those with severe knee pain and disability may be at higher risk due to the implant's intended use.
Check for the specific model numbers listed in the recall notice: PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 4 L, PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 5 L, PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 6 L, PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 7 L, PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 7 R, PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 8 L, and PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 8 R.
Look for the specific model numbers listed in the recall notice to determine if your implant is affected.
The LDPE bag packaging for these implants may adhere to the highly polished surface, leaving residue on the implant after removal.
Check for the specific model numbers listed in the recall notice: PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 4 L, PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 5 L, PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 6 L, PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 7 L, PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 7 R, PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 8 L, and PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT SZ 8 R.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy or action for affected implants.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1051-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1051-2018 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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