Persona Stemmed 5 Degree Cemented Tibia Product Usage: This device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis. Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle. Post-traumatic loss of joint configuration, particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy. Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities. The salvage of previously failed surgical attempts or for a knee in which satisfactory stability in flexion cannot be obtained at the time of surgery. This device is intended for cemented use only.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Part Number 42-5320-079-02 Lot Number 62613813 Part Number 42-5320-071-02 Lot Number 62625781 Part Number 42-5320-075-01 Lot Number 62619031 Part Number 42-5320-075-01 Lot Number 62619040 Part Number 42-5320-079-01 Lot Number 62626696 Part Number 42-5320-071-01 Lot Number 62625790
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Zimmer, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Cleaning process validation failure.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Persona Stemmed 5 Degree Cemented Tibia Product Usage: This device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis. Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle. Post-traumatic loss of joint configuration, particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy. Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities. The salvage of previously failed surgical attempts or for a knee in which satisfactory stability in flexion cannot be obtained at the time of surgery. This device is intended for cemented use only.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Part Number 42-5320-079-02 Lot Number 62613813 Part Number 42-5320-071-02 Lot Number 62625781 Part Number 42-5320-075-01 Lot Number 62619031 Part Number 42-5320-075-01 Lot Number 62619040 Part Number 42-5320-079-01 Lot Number 62626696 Part Number 42-5320-071-01 Lot Number 62625790
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0198-2015
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