FDA Recall Terminated

Biomet K-Wire/Trocar Point, both ends/Dia. 045, length: 9 in., certified stainless steel, sterile, Biomet Orthopedics, Inc., Warsaw, IN; REF 35-351534. Internal fixation devices intended to aid in the alignment and stabilization of fractures to the skeletal system until healing has occurred. The devices can also be used as instrument accessories to stabilize cut blocks and can serve as guide wires while using reamers.

Recall: Z-0367-2010 · Initiated August 6, 2009

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0367-2010
Event Number
53580
Firm
Biomet, Inc.
FEI Number
1825034
Product Code
FZX
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
August 6, 2009
Posted
November 19, 2009
Terminated
October 6, 2010
Address
56 E Bell Dr, Warsaw, IN, 46582

Description

Biomet K-Wire/Trocar Point, both ends/Dia. 045, length: 9 in., certified stainless steel, sterile, Biomet Orthopedics, Inc., Warsaw, IN; REF 35-351534. Internal fixation devices intended to aid in the alignment and stabilization of fractures to the skeletal system until healing has occurred. The devices can also be used as instrument accessories to stabilize cut blocks and can serve as guide wires while using reamers.

Reason

Packages labeled as having a .045 inch diameter trocar point actually contain a diamond point with a diameter of .062 inches.

Action

An "Urgent Medical Device Recall Notice" dated August 6, 2009 was issued to consignees. The letter described the affected product, issue and actions for consignees. Customers were instructed to complete and return the "FAX back Response Form" (fax number 1-574-372-1683) and all affected product in inventory to Biomet Orthopedics. Direct questions related to the recall notification by calling at 1-800-348- 9500 or 1-574-372-3983, Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM.

Distribution

United States (Florida and Pennsylvania).

Quantity

19