Biomet recalls short anchor plugs (22mm) for joint surgery repairs due to potential metal burrs causing surgery extension. Affected items have specific lot numbers.
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 short anchor plugs used in joint surgery repairs because metal burrs in the device may prevent proper drilling, requiring additional surgery. This affects patients who received these specific implants during revision procedures.
The anchor plugs may contain metal burrs that block the drill or pins from passing through the device. This can cause the surgery to extend beyond the intended time, requiring additional procedures and increasing risks.
Patients who received the recalled Compress Device Short Anchor Plug (22mm) for joint revision surgery are most at risk. The recall applies to specific lot numbers used in procedures for osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacements.
Check if your device has the model number 178564 and lot numbers 441020, 535430, 577560, 577740, 608760, 671870, or 975160 as listed in the recall notice.
Identify the lot number on your device, which should match one of the listed numbers: 441020, 535430, 577560, 577740, 608760, 671870, or 975160.
Reach out to your surgeon to determine if you received the recalled device and discuss next steps for potential surgery extension.
The anchor plugs may contain metal burrs that prevent proper drilling, potentially requiring additional surgery.
Check your device's lot number against the list provided in the recall notice and contact your surgeon for guidance.
The recall indicates a potential risk of surgery extension, so it is not safe to use without checking with your surgeon.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0384-2024 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0384-2024 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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