Zimmer Dermatome Blades

Zimmer Biomet Canada is initiating a lot specific recall for the Zimmer dermatome blades (00-8800-000-10) in Canada. There have been 38 complaints received related to skin grafts being thin and non-uniform when using the affected blades. The issue would be identified at the time of use and may result in the need for additional harvests to adequately cover the area. The trade-off of incomplete coverage versus having additional grafts is at the discretion of the health care provider based on the condition of the graft, overall patient condition, and severity of

the need for the graft.

The investigation identified an assignable cause within the manufacturing process, which was present for a defined amount 

Recall start date: September 12, 2023