Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1950-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc. |
| Report date | Jun 22, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Apr 15, 2016 |
| Quantity | 19,884 total |
| Location | Parsippany, NJ, United States |
Official product description
POROUS PATELLA 32MM X 10MM - 00587806532 POROUS PATELLA 35MM X 10MM- 00587806535 POROUS PATELLA 38MM X 10MM - 00587806538 POROUS PATELLA 41MM X 10MM - 00587806541
Why the product was recalled
Zimmer Biomet is initiating a recall of specific lots of foil pouched, sterile Trabecular Metal implants that were manufactured between April 2011 and October 2012. The foil pouches are part of a dual barrier system to provide sterile integrity.
Distribution information
Nationwide and Foreign.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
What to do next
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