Zimmer Inc. Zimmer Dental AdVent Implant System, Abutment, Tapered, Rx, sterile, Zimmer Dental, Inc., Carlsbad, CA; REF AVACT. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Zimmer Dental AdVent Implant System, Abutment, Tapered, Rx, sterile, Zimmer Dental, Inc., Carlsbad, CA; REF AVACT.
Brand
Zimmer Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lots 61233652, 61238956, 61245049, 61252577, 61256798, 61263053, 61314067 and 61341224.
Products Sold
Lots 61233652, 61238956, 61245049, 61252577, 61256798, 61263053, 61314067 and 61341224.
Zimmer Inc. is recalling Zimmer Dental AdVent Implant System, Abutment, Tapered, Rx, sterile, Zimmer Dental, Inc., Carlsbad, due to The devices may not meet specifications, which may result in fracturing during tightening of the component.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The devices may not meet specifications, which may result in fracturing during tightening of the component.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
User accounts were notified of the issue by phone on or about 11/6/09. Clinicians were requested to schedule a follow-up appointment and to remove and replace the recalled components for any patients who had this device placed without fracturing during the procedure. Questions are directed to the company at 1-800-854-7019.
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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
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