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Information concerning the Sirus Intramedullary Nail for Femur System from Zimmer

Product group Medical instruments for use in humans
Reference 02345/06

Zimmer GmbH informs with customer letters about the correct usage of the cannulated awl of the Sirus Intramedullary Nail for Femur System. The firm has received repeatedly reports about breakages of the awl partly with the tip remaining in situ, which have been caused by an incorrect usage of the awl without the guide rod.

Advisory Notice is only available in German language.

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