FDA Alerts Of High Thigh Fracture Risk With Zimmer Biomet's Hip Replacement Device

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a safety alert about the increased risk of thigh bone fracture after surgery with the use of the Zimmer Biomet CPT Hip System, which was recalled earlier. The agency has alerted patients, caregivers, health care providers, and health care facilities, recommending them to consider using an alternative prosthesis where possible...

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