Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder Device by Zimmer Biomet Issues a Class I Recall

February 17, 2017
Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder Device by Zimmer Biomet Issues a Class I Recall

When you go into a medical procedure, you want to be assured that all medical products being used are safe and have been thoroughly evaluated for any defects. Going into a surgery is a traumatic experience- the ambiguity, fear and the recovery period are all factors that leave patients worried. Unfortunately, every year there are countless medical device recalls that put patients at risk for medical complications.

Recently Zimmer Biomet recalled the Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder device due to a higher failure rate than stated on the label. The fractures associated with this device could result in revision surgeries, leading to serious health consequences such as:

  • Permanent loss of shoulder function
  • Infection
  • Death

The Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder device is used for patients undergoing shoulder replacement surgery to help restore arm movement. This device is typically used on patients who suffer from rotator cuff tears who have developed arthropathy, a severe form of shoulder arthritis, or patients who previously had a failed shoulder joint replacement.

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If you or a loved one had shoulder surgery, received the Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder device by Zimmer Biomet and suffered painful side-effects or had to undergo painful revision surgery, you may be entitled to financial compensation.

The Product Liability attorneys at Graves McLain represent patients that are harmed by defective medical devices. If you have questions, we’ll help you find answers.

Call Graves McLain at 918-359-6600 to speak with an experienced attorney for free. We will discuss your situation, and explain your legal rights, and how we may be able to help you.

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