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Zimmer, Inc. recalls 90597003109 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 34/STR YEL 09MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597003110 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 34/
Recalled August 28, 2013 · FDA recall Z-2025-2013 · 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
90597003109 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 34/STR YEL 09MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597003110 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 34/STR YEL 10MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597003112 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 34/STR YEL 12MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597003114 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 34/STR YEL 14MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597003117 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 34/STR YEL 17MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597003120 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 34/STR YEL 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 →