Biomet recalls HipLOC Hip Fracture Fixation System plates with undersized barrel that may prevent lag screw insertion. Affected items include specific model numbers and lot ranges.
HipLOC System Plate Barrel due to an undersized bore on the HipLOC plate barrel, can result in the lag screw not fitting through the barrel
Biomet is recalling HipLOC Hip Fracture Fixation System plates with a potential issue where the barrel size might prevent the lag screw from fitting properly. This could lead to improper fracture fixation and complications during surgery.
The HipLOC plate barrel has an undersized bore that can prevent the lag screw from fitting through the barrel. This may result in improper fixation of bone fractures, potentially leading to complications during surgery or after the procedure.
Orthopedic surgeons and medical professionals who use the HipLOC Hip Fracture Fixation System for bone fracture repairs are most at risk. Patients receiving this specific implant during surgery may be affected.
Check for the HipLOC Hip Fracture Fixation System with model number 2110-135-004 and lot numbers listed in the recall notice. The product is used for hip fracture repairs and sold in specific regions.
Verify the model number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your device is affected.
The HipLOC plate barrel has an undersized bore that can prevent the lag screw from fitting through the barrel, potentially leading to improper fracture fixation.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so check the product details to see if it is affected and contact Biomet for further instructions.
Yes, the affected lot numbers include 3222067, 3355792, 3609499, and other specific numbers listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3263-2018 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-3263-2018 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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