Avenir M¿ller Stem 4 Standard Avenir M¿ller Stem 6 Lateral Hip joint metal/ceramic/polymer semi-constrained cemented or nonporous uncemented prosthesis Intended Use: " Advanced wear of the joint due to degenerative, post-traumatic or rheumatic diseases. " Failed previous hip surgery including joint reconstruction (osteotomy), arthrodesis, hemiarthroplasty or total hip replacement (THR). " Acute traumatic fracture of the femoral head or neck " Avascular necrosis of the femoral head. " Avenir Moller Stems are for cementless use only.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Item Name: Avenir M¿ller Stem 4 Standard Item Number: 01.06010.004 Lot Number: 4022860 Item Name: Avenir M¿ller Stem 6 Lateral Item Number: 01.06010.106 Lot Number: 4023094
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. 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 Gmbh
Reason for Recall:
Product mix-up. The Avenir M¿ller Stem 6 lateral uncemented might be placed in the packaging of the Avenir M¿ller Stem 4 standard uncemented and vice versa. Potential for delay in surgery, and/or potential for use of incorrect implant which may in turn lead dismetry in patient and possibly the need for revision.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Avenir M¿ller Stem 4 Standard Avenir M¿ller Stem 6 Lateral Hip joint metal/ceramic/polymer semi-constrained cemented or nonporous uncemented prosthesis Intended Use: " Advanced wear of the joint due to degenerative, post-traumatic or rheumatic diseases. " Failed previous hip surgery including joint reconstruction (osteotomy), arthrodesis, hemiarthroplasty or total hip replacement (THR). " Acute traumatic fracture of the femoral head or neck " Avascular necrosis of the femoral head. " Avenir Moller Stems are for cementless use only.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Item Name: Avenir M¿ller Stem 4 Standard Item Number: 01.06010.004 Lot Number: 4022860 Item Name: Avenir M¿ller Stem 6 Lateral Item Number: 01.06010.106 Lot Number: 4023094

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2292-2016

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