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Biomet Straight Magnum Inserter Handle, a preparatory instrument used for acetabular component insertion; REF # or Catal

FDA device recall Z-0115-2008 · posted 2008-01-23 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Biomet, Inc.
Reason for recall
Binding: The instrument was manufactured incorrectly and its use may result in binding to the acetabular component and cause the implant to not release following impaction.
Action taken
Consignees were notified by Urgent Medical Device Correction Notice (letter) dated 9/4/07 to discontinue use of the instruments and to return them for evaluation.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
LXH
Quantity affected
22
Distribution
Nationwide; including states of Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio and South Dakota.
Date initiated
2007-09-04
Date posted
2008-01-23
Date terminated
2009-09-22
Location
Warsaw, IN

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