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Zimmer, Inc. recalls 90597002009 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 12/PURPLE 09MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597002010 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 12/P
Recalled August 28, 2013 · FDA recall Z-2019-2013 · 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
90597002009 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 12/PURPLE 09MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597002010 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 12/PURPLE 10MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597002012 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 12/PURPLE 12MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597002014 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 12/PURPLE 14MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597002017 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 12/PURPLE 17MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597002020 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 12/PURPLE 20MM, 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 →