Events

Recall of Device Recall 2.0x7mm Fossa Xdrive screws

According to U.S. Food and Drug Administration, this recall involved a device in United States that was produced by Biomet Microfixation, Inc..

What is this?

A correction or removal action taken by a manufacturer to address a problem with a medical device. Recalls occur when a medical device is defective, when it could be a risk to health, or when it is both defective and a risk to health.

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  • Type of Event
    Recall
  • Event ID
    59100
  • Event Risk Class
    Class 3
  • Event Number
    Z-2779-2011
  • Event Initiated Date
    2010-06-25
  • Event Date Posted
    2011-07-11
  • Event Status
    Terminated
  • Event Country
    United States
  • Event Terminated Date
    2011-11-09
  • Event Source
    USFDA
  • Event Source URL
    https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfres/res.cfm?id=101129
  • Notes / Alerts
    U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
    The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
    The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
  • Extra notes in the data
    Screw, oral - Product Code KBW
  • Reason
    Biomet microfixation, jacksonville, fl is recalling part number 01-6577, 2.0x7 mm fossa x-drive screws, 5 pack, lot # 233270. this product is being recalled due to the possibility that the pack may have contained another part, 01-6581 2.0x11 mm fossa x-drive screws, 5 pack.
  • Action
    Biomet Microfixation, Inc. sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated June 25, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter describes the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter instructs customers to complete and return an Inventory Reconciliation form via fax to 904-741-9425. The form requests that customers indicate whether they want to keep the product or return for credit. Customers can contact the Customer Relations Specialist at 1-800-874-7711 or 904-741-4400 ext. 468 for questions regarding this recall.

Device

Device Recall 2.0x7mm Fossa Xdrive screws
  • Model / Serial
    Lot # 233270
  • Product Classification
    Ear, Nose, and Throat Devices
  • Device Class
    1
  • Implanted device?
    No
  • Distribution
    Product was distributed to one distributor in Argentina.
  • Product Description
    Labeled in part:"***BIOMET MICROFIXATION***BIOMET MICROFIXATION***1520 TRADEPORT DRIVE***JACKSONVILLE, FL 33218 USA***www.biometfixation.com***2.0 MM X 7.0 MM TITANIUM***#01-6577***LOT XXXXXX***QTY 00001***X-DRIVE FOSSA SCREW 5/PKG***2.0 MM X 7.0 MM***". || Bone screws intended to aid in the alignment and stabilization of bone in the oral cranio-maxillofacial skeletal system. These screws are to be used with our TMJ (Temporal Mandibular Joint) implants.
  • Manufacturer
    Biomet Microfixation, Inc.

Manufacturer

Biomet Microfixation, Inc.
  • Manufacturer Address
    Biomet Microfixation, Inc., 1520 Tradeport Dr, Jacksonville FL 32218-2480
  • Manufacturer Parent Company (2017)
    Zimmer Biomet Holdings
  • Manufacturer comment
    “The safety of patients has always been, and continues to be, Zimmer Biomet’s top priority and it is our honor to be a leader in this industry for the past 90 years,” Zimmer Biomet told ICIJ in a statement. “We adhere to strict regulatory standards, and work closely with the FDA and all applicable regulatory agencies in each of our regions as part of our commitment to operating a first-rate quality management system across our global manufacturing network. The company added that it is focused on staying at the forefront of innovation and doing right by the millions of patients who rely on the company’s products.
  • Source
    USFDA