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Endo & Unipolar Femoral Heads: ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 43MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 53MM DIA, ENDO FEMO...

FDA Device Recall #Z-2548-2014 — Class II — July 22, 2014

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-2548-2014
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated July 22, 2014
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Zimmer, Inc.
Location Warsaw, IN
Product Type Devices
Quantity 972,125 units

Product Description

Endo & Unipolar Femoral Heads: ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 43MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 53MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 47MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 50MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 42MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 54MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 48MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 41MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 42MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 43MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 44MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 45MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 46MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 47MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 48MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 49MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 50MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 51MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 52MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 53MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 54MM DIA, ENDO FEMORAL HEAD 55MM DIA

Reason for Recall

Zimmer is recalling sterile-packaged implants and instruments packaged in six different package configurations due to packaging design verification test failures. Specifically, multiple test samples from each of the six configurations failed simulated distribution and shipping testing when the devices either breached inner or outer package trays or seal integrity was lost.

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution.

Lot / Code Information

Item Numbers : 00781804300, 00781805300, 00781804700, 00781805000, 00781804200, 00781805400, 00781804800, 00781804100, 00781804200, 00781804300, 00781804400, 00781804500, 00781804600, 00781804700, 00781804800, 00781804900, 00781805000, 00781805100, 00781805200, 00781805300, 00781805400, 00781805500 Lot Numbers: 37210958, 37210967, 37211180, 37211183, 37211311, 37211316, 37211320, 37211379, 37211482, 62561484, 37211643, 37211645, 37211646, 37211647, 37211653, 37211655, 37211657, 37211658, 37211661, 37211801, 37211804, 37211805, 37211806, 37211811, 37211812, 37211815, 37211817, 37211820, 37212062, 37212063, 37212065, 37212074, 37212079, 62573574, 62573576, 62576002, 62576008, 62593298, 62593302, 37212608, 37211644

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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.

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