NexGen CompleteKnee Solution Stemmed Nonaugmentable Tibial component The NexGen¿¿ system is a semiconstrained, nonlinked condylar knee prostheses. The device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to rheumatoid arthritis; osteoarthritis; traumatic arthritis; polyarthritis; collagen disorders and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle; post-traumatic loss of joint configuration (particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy); moderate valgus, varus or flexion deformities; salvage of previously failed surgical attempts or for a knee in which satisfactory stability in flexion cannot be obtained at the time of surgery.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Catalog 00-5986-047-02, lots 62049114 and 62045235.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Zimmer, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Zimmer is initiating a lot specific recall of the NexGen¿ Stemmed Nonaugmentable Tibial Component due to the devices being processed through a manufacturing cleaning operation that was operating outside of the validated parameters. As a result, the devices may contain residual particulate from the manufacturing process. Risks include: Allergic reaction due to the foreign material or late onset
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

NexGen CompleteKnee Solution Stemmed Nonaugmentable Tibial component The NexGen¿¿ system is a semiconstrained, nonlinked condylar knee prostheses. The device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to rheumatoid arthritis; osteoarthritis; traumatic arthritis; polyarthritis; collagen disorders and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle; post-traumatic loss of joint configuration (particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy); moderate valgus, varus or flexion deformities; salvage of previously failed surgical attempts or for a knee in which satisfactory stability in flexion cannot be obtained at the time of surgery.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Catalog 00-5986-047-02, lots 62049114 and 62045235.

Distribution:

Distributed in: AZ, CA, FL, IA, IL, IN, MO, NE, NJ, NY, OH, PA, WA, UK

Official Source

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FDA Recall Number: Z-0437-2013

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