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Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597602010 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 12/PUR 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597602012 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 12/PUR 12
Recalled August 28, 2013 · FDA recall Z-2021-2013 · Zimmer
Hazard
Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d · FDA Class II
Units
192,355 all devices
Sold at
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the country of Japan.
Description
Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
Product
00597602010 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 12/PUR 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597602012 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 12/PUR 12, Rx, Sterile; 00597602014 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 12/PUR 14, Rx, Sterile; 00597602017 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 12/PUR 17, Rx, Sterile; 00597602020 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 12/PUR 20, Rx, Sterile; 00597602023 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 12/PUR 23, Rx, Sterile; Used in total knee arthroplasty and indicated for patients with severe pain.
Manufacturer(s)
Zimmer, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →