Product 40 consists of all product under product code: HSB and same usage: Item no: 225706565...

FDA Device Recall #Z-1138-2016 — Class II — January 11, 2016

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1138-2016
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated January 11, 2016
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Zimmer Manufacturing B.V.
Location Mercedita, PR
Product Type Devices
Quantity 7

Product Description

Product 40 consists of all product under product code: HSB and same usage: Item no: 225706565 ITST ANTI-ROTATION SCREW 225707065 ITST ANTI-ROTATION SCREW 225708065 ITST ANTI-ROTATION SCREW 225708565 ITST ANTI-ROTATION SCREW 225709065 ITST ANTI-ROTATION SCREW Product Usage: An intramedullary fixation rod is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a rod made of alloys such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel. It is inserted into the medullary (bone marrow) canal of long bones for the fixation of fractures.

Reason for Recall

As a result of the insufficient sealer calibration data for product packaged in firm's Building II between August 2010 and April 2013. The affected products are sterile.

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide Distribution

Lot / Code Information

lot no.: 62208147 62208146 62208148 62042715 62042716

Other Recalls from Zimmer Manufacturing B.V.

Recall # Classification Product Date
Z-1677-2016 Class II Zimmer Plates and Screws (ZPS) 4.0 mm Cancell... May 4, 2016
Z-1678-2016 Class II M/DN Intramedullary Fixation 4.2 mm Diameter Co... May 4, 2016
Z-1684-2016 Class II Trilogy self-tapping bone screw Bone screw 4.... May 4, 2016
Z-1676-2016 Class II Periarticular plating system, cancellous bone s... May 4, 2016
Z-1681-2016 Class II ITST intertrochanteric/subtrochanteric fixati... May 4, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions

Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.