Devices

Device Recall Zimmer Natural Nail System, Connecting Knob

Model / Serial
Lot 61161453.
Product Classification
Orthopedic Devices
Device Class
2
Implanted device?
Yes
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- United States, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
Product Description
Zimmer Natural Nail System, Connecting Knob, nonsterile, Zimmer, Warsaw, IN; REF 00-2490-000-11. || The device is used to drill into the proximal tibia or distal femur for placement of screws that stabilize the position of an intramedullary nail implant. The targeting guide instrumentation serves to assist the surgeon in precisely drilling into the bone and through holes that are located in the proximal and distal portion of the nail implant. After these holes are drilled, screws are placed into the holes to hold the implant in place in the bone.
Manufacturer
Zimmer Inc.
1 Event
- Recall of Device Recall Zimmer Natural Nail System, Connecting Knob

Manufacturer

Zimmer Inc.

Manufacturer Address
Zimmer Inc., 345 E Main St, Warsaw IN 46580-2746
Source
USFDA

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