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NextGen Knee Gender Solutions CR-Flex Femoral Component… recallZ-0915-2010 · Zimmer Inc. · initiated Jan 27, 2010

Terminated All recalls posted in March 2010

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 should contain the left knee component but actually contains the right knee component. Delay in completing surgery may result, and a new or different implant may need to be identified.

FDA root cause category: Labeling mix-ups

What the company is doing

The firm sent an immediate notification by e-mail to all first consignees on 1/12/2010. They sent a formal recall notification on 1/27/2010. Customers should contact their Zimmer Sales representative with additional questions.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0915-2010
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Jan 27, 2010
Posted by the FDA
Mar 2, 2010
Recalling firm
Zimmer Inc.
Quantity
14 units
Product code
JWH
FDA submissions
K060370
Distribution
US and Korea.

Product description

NextGen Knee Gender Solutions CR-Flex Femoral Component, Precoat , Size D, Left. 00-5750-014-01 Zimmer, Inc. Warsaw, IN.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

lot 61369812.

Other devices under the same FDA submission

17 devices cleared under K060370 — 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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