Biomet recalls Intramedullary Bone Saw Blade Assembly Model 475620 due to potential sterile packaging damage from exposed blades. Affected units may risk infection during surgery.
Zimmer Biomet is conducting a medical device recall removal for various sizes of the Intramedullary Bone Saw Blade Assembly due to potential sterile barrier packaging damage caused by an exposed saw blade.
Biomet is recalling a specific bone saw blade assembly because it could damage the sterile packaging, potentially leading to infections during surgery. This is a medical device recall for surgeons and hospitals using the product.
The saw blade assembly could cause damage to the sterile packaging if the blade is exposed. This might lead to contamination or infection during surgical procedures if the packaging is compromised.
Surgeons and hospitals using the Intramedullary Bone Saw Blade Assembly Model 475620 are most at risk. The recall targets medical facilities that use this specific surgical tool.
Check for the model number 475620 on the packaging. The product includes a unique identifier (UDI-DI) starting with (01)00887868507793(17)360407(10)67818791 and lot number 67818791.
Verify the model number 475620 and lot number 67818791 on the packaging to confirm if your item is affected.
The recall states the product could damage sterile packaging if the blade is exposed, but it does not indicate the product is unsafe when used correctly.
Look for the model number 475620 and lot number 67818791 on the packaging, which includes a unique identifier starting with (01)00887868507793(17)360407(10)67818791.
The recall does not specify a stop-use instruction; the remedy is null, so users can continue using the product if they check the details.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2867-2026 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-2867-2026 from Biomet. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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