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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Biomet Spine Polaris 5.5 Button Lock Screw Inserter. Catalog Number 14-500178. The Polaris Spinal System is a non-cervical, pedicle screw spinal fixation device.

Reported: March 27, 2013 Initiated: February 7, 2013 #Z-0954-2013

Product Description

Biomet Spine Polaris 5.5 Button Lock Screw Inserter. Catalog Number 14-500178. The Polaris Spinal System is a non-cervical, pedicle screw spinal fixation device.

Reason for Recall

Increased risk of failure at the driver tip during screw insertion or removal.

Details

Recalling Firm
Ebi, Llc
Units Affected
59 units.
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including the states of AL, IN, MO, NE TN and TX.
Location
Parsippany, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Biomet Spine Polaris 5.5 Button Lock Screw Inserter. Catalog Number 14-500178. The Polaris Spinal System is a non-cervical, pedicle screw spinal fixation device.. Recalled by Ebi, Llc. Units affected: 59 units..
Why was this product recalled?
Increased risk of failure at the driver tip during screw insertion or removal.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 27, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0954-2013.