Zimmer Inc. Zimmer M/G Unicompartmental Knee System headed screw, 48 mm length, sterile, Catalog No. 00-5791-041-00. Used during surgery for the cutting guide. This screw is not permanently implanted. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Zimmer M/G Unicompartmental Knee System headed screw, 48 mm length, sterile, Catalog No. 00-5791-041-00. Used during surgery for the cutting guide. This screw is not permanently implanted.
Brand
Zimmer Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot 60954069.
Products Sold
Lot 60954069.
Zimmer Inc. is recalling Zimmer M/G Unicompartmental Knee System headed screw, 48 mm length, sterile, Catalog No. 00-5791-041 due to An impurity in the metal may affect the strength of the screw, resulting in breakage and/or surgical delays.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
An impurity in the metal may affect the strength of the screw, resulting in breakage and/or surgical delays.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Zimmer instructed consignees by a letter, dated June 30, 2008, sent via mail or email, to return the product.
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For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
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