Biomet recalls short anchor plugs for joint repairs due to metal burrs that can prevent drill passage, requiring 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 repair surgeries because metal burrs in the device may prevent drills from passing through, potentially requiring surgery to be extended. This is a serious risk for patients undergoing revision surgeries.
The anchor plugs may contain metal burrs in the transverse holes, which can block the drill or pins from passing through. This blockage could force surgeons to extend the surgery to correct the issue, increasing risks for patients.
Patients who have received the recalled Compress Device Short Anchor Plug (10 MM) for revision surgeries after unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or joint replacement are most at risk. The product is used by medical professionals during surgical procedures.
Check if your device has the item number 178552 and lot numbers listed in the recall (e.g., 331640, 331660, 331670, etc.). The product is used in revision surgeries for joint repairs.
Immediately stop using the recalled Compress Device Short Anchor Plug if you have it for surgical procedures.
Compress Device Short Anchor Plug, 10 MM for correction of revision surgeries after unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or joint replacement.
Lot numbers include 331640, 331660, 331670, 477980, 577330, 577640, 608520, 608530, 608630, 671430, 671810, 735610, 735960, 795170, 856960, and 930720.
Check the item number (178552) and lot numbers listed in the recall notice for the specific product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0378-2024 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0378-2024 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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