Zimmer PERSONA Distal Valgus Alignment Guide, Nonsterile. orthopedic surgical instrument. The device sets the proper Varus/Valgus alignment of a patient's knee prior to the initial femoral resection cut being made.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Item Number 42509900400, Lot Number: 62313324, 62415340, 62561031, 62668655, 62313326, 62430425, 62580270, 62695918, 62341561, 62442314, 62590506, 62702686, 62358628, 62473246, 62594059, 62715932, 62368700, 62507846, 62611157, 62728374, 62376588, 62522771, 62624943, 62742362, 62396348, 62530133, 62637095, 62749057, 62401156, 62534170, 62641120, 62757397, 62407514, 62538842, 62662172, 62766074, 62410673, 62542958, & 62668654.
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Recall Details
- Company:
- Zimmer, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Persona Distal Valgus Alignment guide collet locks are seizing in the 'unlocked' position.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Zimmer PERSONA Distal Valgus Alignment Guide, Nonsterile. orthopedic surgical instrument. The device sets the proper Varus/Valgus alignment of a patient's knee prior to the initial femoral resection cut being made.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Item Number 42509900400, Lot Number: 62313324, 62415340, 62561031, 62668655, 62313326, 62430425, 62580270, 62695918, 62341561, 62442314, 62590506, 62702686, 62358628, 62473246, 62594059, 62715932, 62368700, 62507846, 62611157, 62728374, 62376588, 62522771, 62624943, 62742362, 62396348, 62530133, 62637095, 62749057, 62401156, 62534170, 62641120, 62757397, 62407514, 62538842, 62662172, 62766074, 62410673, 62542958, & 62668654.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-2543-2014
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