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Zimmer Anatomical Shoulder Prosthesis, Glenoid, Cemented… recallZ-1194-2007 · Zimmer Inc. · initiated Jun 25, 2007

Terminated All recalls posted in August 2007

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.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

The package actually contains a knee patellar implant.

FDA root cause category: Other

What the company is doing

The firm notifed the distributor via letter dated 6/25/07, and sent by email, to retrieve the product from their customers and to return the product.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1194-2007
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Jun 25, 2007
Posted by the FDA
Aug 23, 2007
Recalling firm
Zimmer Inc.
Quantity
10
Product code
KWS
FDA submissions
K990136
Distribution
Maryland.

Product description

Zimmer Anatomical Shoulder Prosthesis, Glenoid, Cemented, sterile; REF 01.04214.370.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Lot 2385941.

Other devices under the same FDA submission

1 device cleared under K990136 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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