Zimmer Biomet is recalling 3662 of their
Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder implants. These prosthetics are used to treat
rotator cuff tears, particularly when conventional surgery has failed. The device
aids in helping to restore movement of the shoulder, which is often lost
because of the injury. The Zimmer products have a higher fracture rate than the
company’s warnings indicate. If the device fractures, revision surgery becomes
necessary.
The FDA has labeled this
recall as a Class 1 recall, which is the most serious class of recall that can be issued
and are classified as urgent. Zimmer Biomet sent notices out December 20, 2016.
The FDA did not announce until February 2017 that Zimmer
Biomet issued a recall.
The Zimmer shoulders that are recalled were
manufactured between August 25, 2008, and September 27, 2011, and distributed
between October, 2008, and September, 2015.
Pittman, Dutton &
Hellums, P.C., is currently investigating claims against Zimmer Biomet over their
Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder implants. If you or a love one was adversely affected by
this product,
please contact Booth Samuels at booths@pittmandutton.com or call toll free 1-866-515-8880.
