Zimmer Biomet recalls Vanguard CR Porous Femoral 62.5mm (Left Femur) implants due to incorrect size labeling. This could lead to improper fit during knee surgery. Affected items have specific lot numbers and UDI codes.
The affected products are labeled as a 62.5mm LEFT Femur; however, the contents are a Vanguard 70mm RIGHT Femur.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vanguard CR Porous Femoral 6:25mm (Left Femur) implants because they are labeled as 62.5mm left femur but contain a 70mm right femur. This mismatch risks improper surgical fit and potential complications during knee replacement procedures.
The recalled implants are labeled for a 62.5mm left femur but contain a 70mm right femur. This size mismatch could cause improper fit during knee surgery, potentially leading to complications like improper alignment or implant failure.
Patients scheduled for total knee arthroplasty using this specific implant model are affected. Surgeons and medical teams using the recalled product are at highest risk.
Check for the product name 'Vanguard CR Porous Femoral 62.5mm (Left Femur)' on the implant packaging. Affected items have item number 183066 and lot number 132900. The UDI code starts with 0088030427068.
Look for the product name 'Vanguard CR Porous Femoral 62.5mm (Left Femur)' on the implant packaging.
The recalled implants are labeled as a 62.5mm left femur but contain a 70mm right femur, which could cause improper fit during knee surgery.
Check for the product name 'Vanguard CR Porous Femoral 62.5mm (Left Femur)' on the packaging. Affected items have item number 183066 and lot number 132900.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Biomet directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1011-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1011-2018 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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