Biomet recalls segmental anchor plugs with potential metal burrs that could prevent drill passage, requiring surgery extension. Affected items include specific lot numbers and model 178412.
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 segmental anchor plugs that may have metal burrs in the transverse holes, which could prevent drills from passing through and extend surgery. This recall affects specific lot numbers and model 178412.
The anchor plugs may contain metal burrs in the transverse holes, which can prevent drills or pins from passing through the device. This could lead to the need for extended surgery time as the procedure may not complete properly.
Surgical patients who received the recalled segmental anchor plugs for joint repair procedures are most at risk. Orthopedic surgeons and their patients using the affected products should check if they have the recalled items.
Check for the product name 'Compress Device Segmental Anchor Plug, 22 MM' with lot numbers 332080, 671760, 752810, 856940, or 930700. The item number is 178412.
Verify the item number (178412) and lot numbers (332080, 671760, 752810, 856940, 930700) to confirm if the product is affected.
The anchor plugs may have metal burrs in the transverse holes, which can prevent drills from passing through and extend surgery time.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so check with Biomet directly for further instructions.
Lot numbers 332080, 671760, 752810, 856940, and 930700 are affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0376-2024 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0376-2024 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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