Gentle Threads Interference Screws PLGA Full Thread (2018-04-09)

Starting date:

April 9, 2018

Posting date:

April 13, 2018

Type of communication:

Medical Device Recall

Subcategory:

Medical Device

Hazard classification:

Type II

Source of recall:

Health Canada

Issue:

Medical Devices

Audience:

General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals

Identification number:

RA-66414

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  Reason
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  Affected products

Affected products

Gentle Threads Interference Screws PLGA Full Thread

Reason

Zimmer Biomet is conducting a recall for one lot of Gentle Threads Interference Screws PLGA Full Thread 8mm 25mm, due to overexposure during Ethylene Oxide sterilization. Overexposure could result in loss of the sterile barrier.

Affected products