Biomet recalls specific knee replacement models due to potential elevated endotoxin levels exceeding safety limits. Affected products include Oxford Partial Knee Systems with certain model numbers and lot codes. Consumers should contact Biomet for details.
Potential presence of elevated endotoxin levels that exceed the specification limit
Biomet is recalling specific knee replacement implants because they may contain endotoxin levels that exceed safety standards. This could pose a risk to patients using these implants, though the exact health impact is not specified in the recall notice.
Endotoxins are natural components of bacterial cell walls that can cause inflammation and infection when introduced into the body. Elevated levels in the knee implants could lead to adverse reactions or infections in patients.
Patients who have received the recalled Oxford Partial Knee Systems with the listed model numbers and lot codes are affected. Those with these specific implants are at risk due to potential endotoxin levels.
Check your knee implant's model number and lot code. The affected products include Oxford Partial Knee Systems with specific model numbers like D3, D4, D7, B3, C4, F3, F4, and F5, along with the anatomic meniscal bearing.
Reach out to Biomet directly to confirm if your specific implant is affected and get instructions on next steps.
The recall states potential elevated endotoxin levels that exceed safety specifications, which could lead to inflammation or infection in patients.
Look for the model numbers D3, D4, D7, B3, C4, F3, F4, or F5 on your implant, along with the lot codes listed in the recall notice.
The recall does not specify a stop-use instruction; contact Biomet to determine if your implant is affected and what actions to take.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2148-2020 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-2148-2020 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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