Zimmer EDI PERIARTICULAR PLATING SYSTEM CANCELLOUS BONE SCREW, FULLY THREADED, HEX HEAD 4MM DIAMETER, 14 MM LENGTH, and EDI 4.0 MM CANCELLOUS SCREW, FULLY THREADED, 20 MM LENGTH. Temporary internal fixation devices, designed to stabilize fractures during the normal healing process.

Class I - Dangerous

🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: June 12, 2014 Zimmer Manufacturing B.V. Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide

What Should You Do?

Check if you have this product:
Lot No. 62629432 Lot No. 62628759
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:: Two lots of screws were commingled. Screws with etching and machining for lot number 62629432 were packaged in bags labeled for lot number 62628759; and screws with etching and machining for lot number 62628759 were packaged in bags labeled for lot number 62629432. The affected product was distributed between 3/6/14 and 4/21/14.
Classification:: Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
Status:: terminated

Product Information

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Zimmer EDI PERIARTICULAR PLATING SYSTEM CANCELLOUS BONE SCREW, FULLY THREADED, HEX HEAD 4MM DIAMETER, 14 MM LENGTH, and EDI 4.0 MM CANCELLOUS SCREW, FULLY THREADED, 20 MM LENGTH. Temporary internal fixation devices, designed to stabilize fractures during the normal healing process.