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Zimmer, Inc. recalls Zimmer Guide Wires for orthopedic procedures.
Recalled October 7, 2015 · FDA recall Z-2820-2015 · Zimmer
Hazard
Product labeling of these sterile guide wires (external carton label and patient record label) states a 10-year expiration date. Package testing supports a 5-year expiration date for these same guide wires. · FDA Class II
Units
112,568 units
Sold at
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) including Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands., and to the countries of Canada, Brazil, Algeria, Mexico, Austria, Taiwan, Belgium, Hong Kong, Croatia, Singapore, Denmark, Bahamas, Egypt, Panama, Finland, Dominican Republic, France, Guatemala, Germany, Australia, Ireland, Japan,Italy, Haiti, Jordan, Malaysia, Kenya, India, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Malta, Mauritius, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United Arab Emirates.
Description
Product labeling of these sterile guide wires (external carton label and patient record label) states a 10-year expiration date. Package testing supports a 5-year expiration date for these same guide wires.
Product
Zimmer Guide Wires for orthopedic procedures.
Manufacturer(s)
Zimmer, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →