Biomet recalls trauma drill bits with potential packaging defects that could lead to infection. Affected items include specific model numbers and lots. Stop using if you have these items.
Packaging of various implants may not have sufficient adhesion on all sides, leading to loss of sterile barrier integrity. Use of product poses risk of infection, leading to surgical intervention, and/or extension of surgery to find another part.
Biomet is recalling trauma drill bits that may have packaging that doesn't seal properly, risking infection during surgery. This could require additional surgery or longer procedures to find the missing part.
The packaging may not stick well on all sides, breaking the sterile barrier. This can let bacteria enter the surgical site, causing infection that might need extra surgery to find and replace the missing part.
Surgical teams and medical facilities that use these drill bits for procedures. Patients undergoing surgery with these bits are at risk of infection.
Check for specific model numbers: DVR 2.2MM DRILL BIT (Item #212000022), ALPS Drill Bits (Items #214227160, #824273100, #829029170, #829032170), and ALPS Tap/Guide Pins. Also look for lot numbers listed in the recall.
Look for the model numbers and lot numbers listed in the recall to confirm if your drill bits are affected.
Reach out to Biomet directly for further assistance if you have the affected items.
The packaging may not stick well on all sides, breaking the sterile barrier and risking infection during surgery.
Check for specific model numbers and lot numbers listed in the recall, such as DVR 2.2MM DRILL BIT (Item #212000022) or ALPS Drill Bits with the listed item numbers.
The recall does not specify a stop-use instruction, but you should check if your items are affected and contact Biomet 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-0812-2022 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0812-2022 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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