Zimmer Patient Specific Instrument PERSONA CR Pin Guides (Femur and Tibia) is intended to be used...

FDA Device Recall #Z-0418-2015 — Class II — October 16, 2014

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-0418-2015
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated October 16, 2014
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Materialise USA LLC
Location Plymouth, MI
Product Type Devices
Quantity 1

Product Description

Zimmer Patient Specific Instrument PERSONA CR Pin Guides (Femur and Tibia) is intended to be used as a surgical instrument to assist in the positioning of Total Knee Replacement components intraoperatively and in guiding the marking of bone before cutting provided that anatomic landmarks necessary for alignment and positioning of the implant are identifiable on patient imaging scans.

Reason for Recall

The box of guides for a specific case arrived intact but contained two (2) femoral guides instead of one (1) femoral guide and one (1) tibial guide. The device did not meet specification: One tibia guide missing and one femur guide contained an edge which was +0.04 mm over specification.

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide Distribution to MN only

Lot / Code Information

00-5970-000-25 JTOMA-JL-0636-L8 Pin Guide LOT#: 56602902

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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.