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Biomet 5.5 mm peek Allthread PEEK Knotless Anchor, knotless, sterile, Biomet sports Medicine, Inc., Ontario, CA; REF 904

FDA device recall Z-0191-2010 · posted 2009-11-12 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Biomet, Inc.
Reason for recall
These anchors may be difficult to remove, or may not detach from the inserter shaft.
Action taken
Biomet issued an "Urgent Medical Device Recall Notice" dated September 9, 2009 informing consignees of the affected product and requesting return of the device. Distributors were instructed to notify their customers copy of the recall letter and to locate and return the products from user facilities. For further information, contact Biomet at 1-800-348-9500 or 1-574-372-3983.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
HWC
Quantity affected
894
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- United States and Belgium.
Date initiated
2009-09-09
Date posted
2009-11-12
Date terminated
2011-01-19
Location
Warsaw, IN

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