medical Class II Updated 2018-12-12

Zimmer Biomet, Inc. recalls Biomet 20mm Compress Device Short Anchor Plug With Drill Set

Recalled Product

Biomet 20mm Compress Device Short Anchor Plug With Drill Set / With Pin Inserter Ion Implant Item number: 178562 Product Usage: 1. Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. 2. Tumor resections. 3. Revision of previously failed total joint arthroplasty. 4. Trauma. The Compress¿ Segmental Femoral Replacement System (Short Spindle and Anchor Plug) components are intended for uncemented use only.


Hazard / Issue

Potential metal burrs in the holes of the device preventing the appropriate drill and transverse pins from being inserted

Issued by

FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Lot/Code Info: Lot Number: 608740 UDI Number: (01)00880304461666(17)271113(10)608740
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