FDAClass IIAugust 28, 2013

00597603110 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 34/STRIPED recall: Labeling Error

00597603110 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 34/STRIPED YEL 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597603112 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 34/STRIPED YEL 12, Rx, Sterile…

Why was 00597603110 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 34/STRIPED 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
00597603110 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 34/STRIPED YEL 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597603112 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 34/STRIPED YEL 12, Rx, Sterile…
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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