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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

BIOMET Spine, 5.5 TI 5.5x50mm Translation Screw Polaris 5.5 TI Spinal System. Rx Only. Non-Sterile. Intended for immobilization and stabilization as an adjunct to fusion as a pedicle screw fixation system

Reported: November 27, 2013 Initiated: August 22, 2013 #Z-0359-2014

Product Description

BIOMET Spine, 5.5 TI 5.5x50mm Translation Screw Polaris 5.5 TI Spinal System. Rx Only. Non-Sterile. Intended for immobilization and stabilization as an adjunct to fusion as a pedicle screw fixation system

Reason for Recall

Polaris Translation Screw Failures were recently reported to Biomet Spine. These failures are generally described as dissociation of the screw head from the shaft of the Polaris Translation Screw.

Details

Recalling Firm
Ebi, Llc
Units Affected
7,092 units
Distribution
Nationwide distribution including Puerto Rico.
Location
Parsippany, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
BIOMET Spine, 5.5 TI 5.5x50mm Translation Screw Polaris 5.5 TI Spinal System. Rx Only. Non-Sterile. Intended for immobilization and stabilization as an adjunct to fusion as a pedicle screw fixation system. Recalled by Ebi, Llc. Units affected: 7,092 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Polaris Translation Screw Failures were recently reported to Biomet Spine. These failures are generally described as dissociation of the screw head from the shaft of the Polaris Translation Screw.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 27, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0359-2014.