Biomet recalls DVRAR Anatomic plates with incorrect etching in lot J7014671. These plates may be mislabeled and could cause improper fracture fixation if used.
One lot of DVRASL plates were incorrectly etched and may have been placed into kits as DVRAR or DVRASR plates
Biomet is recalling a specific lot of DVRAR Anatomic plates due to incorrect etching that may cause them to be mislabeled as other plate types. Using these plates could lead to improper fracture fixation and potential complications.
The plates were incorrectly etched, meaning they might be placed into kits as DVRAR or DVRASR plates instead of the correct type. This could lead to improper fracture fixation if used in the wrong application.
Orthopedic surgeons and medical professionals who use Biomet DVRAR plates for fracture fixation. Those who received the specific lot J701: J7014671 are most at risk.
Check for the lot number J7014671 on the plate packaging. The product is a Distal Volar Radius Anatomical Plate System used for fracture fixation, with UDI (01)00887868070853 (11)210429(10)J7014671.
Look for the lot number J7014671 on the plate packaging to confirm if it is affected.
The recalled model is DVRAR (Distal Volar Radius Anatomical Plate System).
Check the lot number J7014671 on the plate packaging.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Biomet directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1300-2022 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1300-2022 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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