Zimmer, Inc. 6.5 mm Cancellous Screw 32 mm Thread Length Sterile zimmer Recall
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
6.5 mm Cancellous Screw 32 mm Thread Length Sterile zimmer
Brand
Zimmer, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Item Number 47-4865-045, 050, 055, 060, 065, 070, 075, 080, 085, 090, 100-02
Products Sold
Item Number 47-4865-045, 050, 055, 060, 065, 070, 075, 080, 085, 090, 100-02
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 6.5 mm Cancellous Screw 32 mm Thread Length Sterile zimmer due to Zimmer is recalling various trauma screws that failed a leak test due to damage of the inner cavity only.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences or death. Based on FDA medical device enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Zimmer is recalling various trauma screws that failed a leak test due to damage of the inner cavity only.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Healthcare providers and patients should stop using the device and contact the manufacturer for further instructions. Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
AL, AK, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY, DC, PR
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