Zimmer Biomet, Inc. recalls Flexible Shaft hip and anatomical shoulder instrument used for preparation of bone in Trauma, Hip and Shoulder surgerie…

Recall date

October 3, 2017

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-0918-2018

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

Sold / distributed

Distributed in 31 states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI and the District of Columbia.

Why it was recalled

The Sirus Drill and Flexible Shaft instruments may not be adequately cleaned when utilizing the standard cleaning instructions potentially resulting in infection and subsequent complications.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Flexible Shaft hip and anatomical shoulder instrument used for preparation of bone in Trauma, Hip and Shoulder surgeries.; Model Number: 75.80.04