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FDA Recall Z-1347-2020 · Posted 2020-01-29
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Recalling FirmZimmer Biomet, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeJDO
Date Initiated2020-01-07
Date Terminated2021-04-08
Product Quantity1662
Reason for Recall
Potential increase in fracture rate was detected during internal testing, in addition to potential discoloration inside the inner pouch of the packaging.
Firm Action
On January 7, 2020, the firm distributed Urgent Medical Device Recall letters to affected customers.
Customers were instructed to take the following actions:
1. Review the recall information and ensure that affected personnel are aware of the contents.
2. If you have affected product at your facility, assist your Zimmer Biomet sales representative and quarantine all affected product. The sales representative will remove the affected product from your facility.
3. There are no specific patient monitoring instructions related to this recall that are recommended beyond the existing follow-up schedule. IF there is a device fracture, it can be detected through x-rays.
If you have further questions or concerns after reviewing this notice, please call customer service at 574-371-3071 between 8:00 am and 5:00pm EST, Monday through Friday. Calls received outside of call center operating hours will receive a voicemail prompt or be transferred to an on-call representative in the event of an emergency. Alternatively, your questions may be emailed to [email protected].
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Distribution Pattern
Domestic distribution to AL CA FL IA IL MD MI MN MO MS NC NE NJ NY PA TX UT VA WA WI
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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