Biomet recalls 12mm short anchor plugs for joint surgery repairs due to potential metal burrs causing surgery to extend. Affected items have specific lot numbers and item codes.
Anchor plugs potentially have metal burrs in the transverse holes of the device, preventing the drill or pins from passing through, may result in extension of surgery
Biomet is recalling 12mm short anchor plugs used in joint surgery repairs because metal burrs in the device may prevent proper drilling, requiring surgery to be extended. This affects patients who have undergone revision surgery for osteotomy, arthrodesis, or joint replacements.
The anchor plugs may contain metal burrs in the transverse holes, which can prevent drill bits or pins from passing through. This could force surgeons to extend the surgery to correct the issue, increasing risks during the procedure.
Patients who have received revision surgery for unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacements may be affected. Those using the recalled anchor plugs for these procedures are at highest risk.
Check for the item number 178554 and specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice: 331680, 331690, 331700, 331700R, 541430, 577340, 577340R, 577660, 608640, 671450, 671820, 712430, 735640, 735660, 856970, 930730.
Review the item number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your anchor plug is affected.
The anchor plugs may have metal burrs in the transverse holes that prevent drill bits or pins from passing through, requiring surgery to be extended.
Check the item number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your anchor plug is affected. If it is, contact Biomet for further instructions.
Look for the item number 178554 and specific lot numbers: 331680, 331690, 331700, 331700R, 541430, 577340, 577340R, 577660, 608640, 671450, 671820, 712430, 735640, 735660, 856970, or 930730.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0379-2024 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0379-2024 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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