COLUMBUS REV F TIBIA OFFSET CEMENTED, Knee implant components, various sizes, model nos. NR068K NR068Z NR070K NR070Z NR071K NR071Z NR072K NR072Z NR073K NR073Z NR074K NR074Z NR075K NR075Z NR076K NR076Z NR077K NR077Z NR078K NR078Z NR079K NR079Z Product Usage: Tibia-Plateaus are part of implants in the group of knee endoprosthetics. For these implant parts there are cemented and cement-free versions as well as versions with zirconium nitride multi layer.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    All product with old packaging configuration. New packaging configuration begins with Lot 52533610.
  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:
Aesculap Implant Systems LLC
Reason for Recall:
Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) particles may be present on the surface of the implant upon the opening of the inner packaging.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

COLUMBUS REV F TIBIA OFFSET CEMENTED, Knee implant components, various sizes, model nos. NR068K NR068Z NR070K NR070Z NR071K NR071Z NR072K NR072Z NR073K NR073Z NR074K NR074Z NR075K NR075Z NR076K NR076Z NR077K NR077Z NR078K NR078Z NR079K NR079Z Product Usage: Tibia-Plateaus are part of implants in the group of knee endoprosthetics. For these implant parts there are cemented and cement-free versions as well as versions with zirconium nitride multi layer.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

All product with old packaging configuration. New packaging configuration begins with Lot 52533610.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1482-2020

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