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Zimmer Natural-Knee II System Modular Cemented Tibial Baseplate, Right, Size 3, For cemented use only, sterile, Zimmer,

FDA device recall Z-0871-2009 · posted 2009-01-09 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Zimmer Inc.
Reason for recall
Sterility compromised: Lack of assurance of sterility, as a corner flap of the sterile barrier packaging on the inner cavity may be trapped in the seal of the barrier packaging for the outer cavity and the seal integrity of the outer sterile barrier cannot be assured.
Action taken
Zimmer distributors were notified by email of letter dated 11/25/08 on 11/25/08. This letter is entitled "URGENT: DEVICE RECALL." Secondary consignees/user accounts were notified by a copy of the 11/25/08 letter, which was sent on or before 12/05/08. Consignees were instructed to stop using the product and to return it to Zimmer. For further information, please contact Zimmer, Inc. by telephone by dialing 800-613-6131.
Root cause
Packaging process control
Status
Terminated
Product code
JWH
Quantity affected
10
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution --- including states of Arkansas, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina, New York and Wisconsin.
Date initiated
2008-11-25
Date posted
2009-01-09
Date terminated
2009-11-12
Location
Warsaw, IN

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NATURAL-KNEE II CEMENTED MODULAR TIBIAL BASEPLATE (K023528)Centerplus Orthopedics, Inc.2003-01-17