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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

Zimmer Segmental Systems; Polyethylene Inserts, Size C. Knee replacement.

Z-0784-2014

December 19, 2013

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Event
Event 66846
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
5305 distribution events
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0784-2014

Official wording

Reason: After evaluation of 13 complaints(0.4% rate) for hyper-extension of the Zimmer Segmental System, Zimmer is updating the related surgical technique and instructions for use to provide additional instructions and patient conditions that may place excessive loading on the polyethylene insert.

Code information: Part numbers 00-5850-013-95

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution. USA nationwide and Germany, with further distribution into EU countries.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    After evaluation of 13 complaints(0.4% rate) for hyper-extension of the Zimmer Segmental System, Zimmer is updating the related surgical technique and instructions for use to provide additional instructions and patient conditions that may place excessive loading on the polyethylene insert.