Biomet recalls specific Arcos Modular Revision Hip System models due to potential chatter and corrosion causing device failure. Affected units include Lot Numbers 678950, 880250, and 880790. Contact Biomet for details.
Arcos Proximal Cone Bodies could potentially exhibit chatter in the inner taper fretting corrosion and device failure in vivo leading to surgical intervention
Biomet is recalling certain Arcos Modular Revision Hip System hip implants because they might chatter and corrode inside the body, leading to device failure and surgery. This is a serious issue for people who have these specific hip implants.
The hip implants could chatter and cause corrosion in the inner taper, which might lead to the implant failing inside the body. This could require surgery to fix the problem.
People who have the Arcos Modular Revision Hip System with specific size B, 60 MM models and the listed lot numbers are affected. Those with these implants are at risk of needing additional surgery.
Check your hip implant label for the model name 'Arcos Modular Revision Hip System', size B, 60 MM, and the specific lot numbers listed: 678950, 880250, or 880790.
Look for the model name 'Arcos Modular Revision Hip System', size B, 60 MM, and the listed lot numbers on your implant.
The recall states that device failure could lead to surgical intervention, but it does not guarantee that surgery is needed for every affected unit.
Check your implant label for the model name 'Arcos Modular Revision Hip System', size B, 60 MM, and the specific lot numbers: 678950, 880250, or 880790.
Contact Biomet directly to confirm if your implant is affected and get instructions on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2264-2021 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-2264-2021 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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