Product 8 consists of all products under product code HWC, and same usage: Item no: 47483501201 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 12MM LN 47483501401 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 14MM LN 47483501601 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 16MM LN 47483501801 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 18MM LN 47483503601 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 36MM LN 47483507501 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 75MM LN Product Usage: A smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a stiff wire segment or rod made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel, and that may be smooth on the outside, fully or partially threaded, straight or U-shaped; and may be either blunt pointed, sharp pointed, or have a formed, slotted head on the end. It may be used for fixation of bone fractures, for bone reconstructions, as a guide pin for insertion of other implants, or it may be implanted through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: lot no: 61894346 61892658 61892659 61894347 61888124 61614768 62036752 62036753 62036754
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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 Manufacturing B.V.
- Reason for Recall:
- As a result of the insufficient sealer calibration data for product packaged in firm's Building II between August 2010 and April 2013. The affected products are sterile.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Product 8 consists of all products under product code HWC, and same usage: Item no: 47483501201 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 12MM LN 47483501401 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 14MM LN 47483501601 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 16MM LN 47483501801 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 18MM LN 47483503601 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 36MM LN 47483507501 3.5MM CORT. SCREW 75MM LN Product Usage: A smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a stiff wire segment or rod made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel, and that may be smooth on the outside, fully or partially threaded, straight or U-shaped; and may be either blunt pointed, sharp pointed, or have a formed, slotted head on the end. It may be used for fixation of bone fractures, for bone reconstructions, as a guide pin for insertion of other implants, or it may be implanted through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
lot no: 61894346 61892658 61892659 61894347 61888124 61614768 62036752 62036753 62036754
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1106-2016
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