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Recall of Device Recall A.L.P.S

According to U.S. Food and Drug Administration, this recall involved a device in United States that was produced by Biomet, 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
    71511
  • Event Risk Class
    Class 2
  • Event Number
    Z-2046-2015
  • Event Initiated Date
    2015-06-04
  • Event Date Posted
    2015-07-08
  • Event Status
    Terminated
  • Event Country
    United States
  • Event Terminated Date
    2015-12-22
  • Event Source
    USFDA
  • Event Source URL
    https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfres/res.cfm?id=138025
  • 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
    Plate, fixation, bone - Product Code HRS
  • Reason
    The thread location on one of the thread holes is offset from the axis of the predrill hole. the threads are too deep on one side and too shallow on the other. the locking screw may back out of the plate if it does not achieve proper purchase. this may require a revision surgery to replace or remove the screw and/or plate. the threads, not uniformly loaded, may shear off, causing metal slivers.
  • Action
    On June 4, 2015 an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE REMOVAL letter was sent to all consignees. This action requires the immediate location and discontinued use of the product and its return to Biomet. The following actions are REQUIRED: Immediately locate and remove the identified device(s) listed below from circulation; Carefully follow the instructions on the enclosed "Response Form"; Email a copy of the Response Form to audrey.daenzer@biomet.com prior to return of product; Use priority carrier for your shipment; and If you have further distributed this product, you MUST notify hospital personnel of this action via the enclosed "Dear Risk/Recall Manager" notice. This letter MUST be given to hospital personnel responsible for receiving recall notices. However, you are charged with the location and return of these products. Please confirm receipt of this notice by sending back the response form within three (3) business days. Thank you in advance for your assistance and prompt attention. On behalf of Biomet, I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Questions related to this notice should be directed to (574) 372-1570, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Device

Device Recall A.L.P.S
  • Model / Serial
    Part Number: 816209001; Lots: 015840, 124980, 948210 and P0059, P0076, or P0061 will be etched on the plate itself.
  • Product Classification
    Orthopedic Devices
  • Device Class
    2
  • Implanted device?
    Yes
  • Distribution
    Distributed in the states of TX, MD, PA, NJ, NC, MA, AZ, GA, FL, and AR. and the countries of Costa Rica CP and The Netherlands.
  • Product Description
    A.L.P.S. Foot Locking Calcaneus Plate,Small-Right. || Provides the orthopaedic surgeon a means of bone fixation and helps generally in the management of fractures and reconstructive surgeries.
  • Manufacturer
    Biomet, Inc.

Manufacturer

Biomet, Inc.
  • Manufacturer Address
    Biomet, Inc., 56 E Bell Dr, Warsaw IN 46582-6989
  • 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