REF: 915-1006 Lactosorb System, Lacto Endobrow Lift Complete, 10X13CM. (3.75X5.25") (WXL), Polypropylene, Radel. Non Ste

FDA device recall Z-0864-2009 · posted 2009-01-29 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm

Biomet Microfixation, Inc.

Reason for recall

Biomet Microfixation is recalling the Lactosorb Endobrow Lift Complete, Office Fixation Kit, 1.5/IMF Small Office Set and IMF Set trays containing instruments associated with the Lactosorb and IMF systems. The finished trays were packaged and shipped to facilities without the instructions for use and without the single use symbol on the packaged tray label.

Action taken

An IFU and correction letter will be issued to the field. Each distributor will receive instructions for delivering the correction letter to all customers. The customer letter will contain a reconciliation form to be returned once the customer receives the IFU for the twist drill. Contact Biomet Microfixation for additional information at 1-800-874-7711.

Root cause

Other

Status

Terminated

Quantity affected

98

Distribution

Distributed domestically throughout the U.S. Distributed internationally to Argentina, Australia, Canada, Columbia, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Taiwan, Thailand, Denmark, Franc

Date initiated

2008-08-06

Date posted

2009-01-29

Date terminated

2009-09-11

Location

Jacksonville, FL