Biomet recalls Arcos Modular Revision Hip System High Offset Cone Prox Body (Size E, 60mm) due to potential chatter and corrosion causing device failure. Affected units have specific item numbers and lot codes.
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 a specific hip replacement component because it could chatter and corrode inside the joint, leading to the need for additional surgery. This is a serious risk for patients who have this exact model.
The proximal cone bodies in this hip implant could chatter and cause corrosion inside the joint. This corrosion might lead to the implant failing and requiring additional surgery.
Patients with the recalled Arcos Modular Revision Hip System High Offset Cone Prox Body (Size E, : 60mm) are affected. Those who have had this specific hip implant are most at risk.
Check for the item number 11-301315 and lot numbers starting with 626180 on the implant packaging or documentation. This specific hip component was sold with the lot codes listed.
Immediately stop using the recalled hip implant component and contact Biomet for further instructions.
The Arcos Proximal Cone Bodies could chatter and corrode inside the joint, leading to device failure and possible need for additional surgery.
The item number is 11-301315.
Check for the item number 11-301315 and lot numbers starting with 626180 on the implant packaging or documentation.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2266-2021 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-2266-2021 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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