Biomet recalls surgical pliers model 110028522 due to potential contamination before sterilization. Affected lot numbers include 494350, 494350R, 233080, and others. Contact for replacement.
There were unknown bioburden levels prior to sterilization, which may affect sterility of the product.
Biomet is recalling surgical pliers model 110028522 because they may not have been properly sterilized before use, risking infection during surgery. This is serious for patients undergoing shoulder surgery.
The pliers may have unknown levels of bacteria before sterilization, which could lead to infections during surgery. This is especially dangerous for patients needing shoulder repairs.
Surgical teams using these pliers for shoulder joint repairs are affected. Patients scheduled for surgery with this model are at highest risk.
Check for model number 110028522 on the pliers. Affected lots include 494350, 494350R, 233080, 364910, 489000, 079630, 516230, 742760, 362370, 465800, 197900, 175110, and 175100.
Immediately stop using the pliers if they are affected by the recall.
The pliers may have unknown levels of bacteria before sterilization, which could lead to infections during surgery.
Model number 110028522 with affected lots: 494350, 494350R, 233080, 364910, 489000, 079630, 516230, 742760, 362370, 465800, 197900, 175110, and 175100.
Check the model number on the pliers and compare it to the list of affected lots provided in the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1750-2020 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1750-2020 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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