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Versys Build-Up Block recallZ-0610-2014 · Zimmer, Inc. · initiated Dec 10, 2013

Class II Terminated All recalls posted in December 2013

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Zimmer, Inc. or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

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Why it was recalled

Zimmer is initiating a lot specific recall of the CPT Hip Stem, Versys Build-Up Block, and Trabecular Metal Reverse Glenosphere medical devices due to reports of the products being packaged in the incorrect outer carton. Product labels and patient labels are correct.

FDA root cause category: Labeling mix-ups

What the company is doing

Zimmer sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated December 10, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to review the notification and ensure affected personnel were aware of the contents. If affected product was found, it should be quarantines and their Zimmer representative notified. The Zimmer sales representative will remove the recalled product from their facility. Customers with questions were instructed to call 1-877-946-2761. .

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0610-2014
Recall class
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Dec 10, 2013
Posted by the FDA
Dec 30, 2013
Recalling firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Quantity
3
Product code
JDI
FDA submissions
K913649, K960658
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -USA including OH, FL, WI, MI NJ, SC, CA, NC, PA, OR, WA, TN, KY, OK, KS, AZ, TX, CO, NV and Internationally to Germany. There have been 71 distribution events. Note that this product is lot controlled and may be distributed multiple times if it was returned and returned to the shelf. 7 units have been returned, including three through the complaint process, which leaves 64 affected units in the field subject to removal.

Product description

Versys Build-Up Block The VerSys CRC Hip System is indicated for total hip arthroplasty in patients whose bone stock is of poor quality or inadequate for other reconstruction techniques as indicated by defi ciencies of the femoral head, neck, or portions of the proximal femur. Arthroplasty should be performed only when more conservative methods of treatment have failed to provide symptomatic relief and when there is progressive disability.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Part 00-7871-001-10 Lot 62359872

Other devices under the same FDA submission

31 devices cleared under K913649, K960658 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 66968).

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