[Recalled] Zimmer Trabecular Metal Total Ankle Talar Component Right Sizes 1-6 Total ankle arthroplasty is intended to provide a patient with limited mobility by restoring alignment, reducing pain and preserving the flexion/extension mov
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Zimmer Trabecular Metal Total Ankle Talar Component Right Sizes 1-6 Total ankle arthroplasty is intended to provide a patient with limited mobility by restoring alignment, reducing pain and preserving the flexion/extension movement within the ankle joint.The Zimmer Trabecular Metal Total Ankle is |
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| Brand / manufacturer | Zimmer, Inc. |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-0476-2014 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 12 November 2013 |
| EAN / barcode | 00450002100 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: As part of routine manufacturing process monitoring by Zimmer, it was discovered that the Tibial Base and Talar Components from the Total Ankle system have the potential of containing elevated levels of manufacturing materials residue on the implants. The specific material was found to be mass media utilized during the manufacturing process to provide the uniform surface finish. This mass media
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
Read the full official notice →
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