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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Compress Device Segmental Anchor Plug, 20 MM-For Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. Item Number: 178410

Reported: November 29, 2023 Initiated: October 9, 2023 #Z-0375-2024

Product Description

Compress Device Segmental Anchor Plug, 20 MM-For Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. Item Number: 178410

Reason for Recall

Anchor plugs potentially have metal burrs in the transverse holes of the device, preventing the drill or pins from passing through, may result in extension of surgery

Details

Recalling Firm
Biomet, Inc.
Units Affected
N/A
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of ARGENTINA, AUSTRALIA, CANADA, CHILE, JAPAN, NETHERLANDS, NEW ZEALAND.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Compress Device Segmental Anchor Plug, 20 MM-For Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. Item Number: 178410. Recalled by Biomet, Inc.. Units affected: N/A.
Why was this product recalled?
Anchor plugs potentially have metal burrs in the transverse holes of the device, preventing the drill or pins from passing through, may result in extension of surgery
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 29, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0375-2024.