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Type of Product Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference RC-2017-RN-01402-1
Product Name/Description TunneLoc Tibial Fixation Devices (used during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction)

All lot Numbers affected

Item Numbers: 906512, 906513, 906514, 906515

ARTG Number: 208040
Recall Action Level Hospital
Recall Action Classification Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date 15/11/2017
Responsible Entity Zimmer Biomet Pty Ltd
Reason/Issue Zimmer Biomet is conducting a Hazard Alert for the TunneLoc Tibial Fixation devices due to gamma sterilisation validation testing associated with external pack vendors that indicates the sterilisation dose may not be adequate. This may result in an increased likelihood of infection following implantation. There have been no reports of injuries associated with this issue.
Recall Action Hazard Alert
Recall Action Instructions Zimmer is advising customers to continue the existing patient follow up schedule. There are no additional requirements for patients.

This action has been closed out on the 08/11/2018.
Contact Information 02 9483 5426 - Zimmer Biomet Sales Associate