FDAClass IIAugust 28, 2013

00597201333 Femur CR POR Surf HDN FEM Co-nid CML recall: Labeling Error

00597201333 Femur CR POR SURF HDN FEM CO-NID CML, Rx, Sterile; 00597201334 Femur CR POR SURF HDN FEM CO-NID CMR, Rx, Sterile; 00597201433 Femur CR POR…

Why was 00597201333 Femur CR POR Surf HDN FEM Co-nid CML recalled?

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

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

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Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

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Product
00597201333 Femur CR POR SURF HDN FEM CO-NID CML, Rx, Sterile; 00597201334 Femur CR POR SURF HDN FEM CO-NID CMR, Rx, Sterile; 00597201433 Femur CR POR…
Recalling firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Quantity
192,355 all devices
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the country of Japan.
Recall date
August 28, 2013
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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