BEUDAMED
    FDA Recall Terminated

    Ultra-DriveTool, 6 MM Plug Puller, REF 423868. Recommended Power Setting 70 For Single Use Only, Sterile, Biomet Orthopedics, Warsaw, IN 46581 Incorrect Picture Label, Trochanter Plate (50-60 mm) Mallory/Head The Ultra-DriveTM System is used to aid in the removal of bone cement (PMMA) and noncemented implants in conjunction with revision arthroplasty. The Ultra-Drive" device converts standard electrical energy into mechanical energy, via an ultrasonic transducer in the Ultra-Drive" handpiece. This energy is transmitted through individually tuned tool tips in acoustic waves. causing the tool tip to vibrate at a controlled high speed. This action breaks down bone cement and cuts through cancellous bone.

    Recall: Z-1521-2012 · Initiated April 18, 2012

    Recall

    Recall Number
    Z-1521-2012
    Event Number
    61685
    Firm
    Biomet, Inc.
    FEI Number
    1825034
    Product Code
    JXE
    Status
    Terminated
    Root Cause
    Process design
    Initiated
    April 18, 2012
    Posted
    May 10, 2012
    Terminated
    April 18, 2013
    Address
    56 E Bell Dr, Warsaw, IN, 46582-6989

    Description

    Ultra-DriveTool, 6 MM Plug Puller, REF 423868. Recommended Power Setting 70 For Single Use Only, Sterile, Biomet Orthopedics, Warsaw, IN 46581 Incorrect Picture Label, Trochanter Plate (50-60 mm) Mallory/Head The Ultra-DriveTM System is used to aid in the removal of bone cement (PMMA) and noncemented implants in conjunction with revision arthroplasty. The Ultra-Drive" device converts standard electrical energy into mechanical energy, via an ultrasonic transducer in the Ultra-Drive" handpiece. This energy is transmitted through individually tuned tool tips in acoustic waves. causing the tool tip to vibrate at a controlled high speed. This action breaks down bone cement and cuts through cancellous bone.

    Reason

    Incorrect product picture label was on the product box.

    Action

    Biomet Orthopedics sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notice dated April 18,2012, to all affected customers. The letter identified the reason for the recall including directions to immediately locate, discontinue use of the device, and return product to Biomet, 56 East Bell Drive, Warsaw, IN 46580. Consignees were asked to confirm receipt of the notice by calling 1-800-348-9500 extension 3983 or 3009. A FAX Back Response Form was to be filled out and sent within 3 days of receipt to 574-372-1683. Questions related to the notice should be directed to 474-372-3983 or 574-371-3009, Monday- Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For questions regarding this recall call 574-371-1021.

    Distribution

    Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Europe, Austrailia

    Quantity

    30 units