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Biomet, Inc. recalls Biomet Trauma Phoenix Retrograde Femoral Connecting Bolt Trauma Fixation Systems. Product Usage: The Phoenix Retrogr
Recalled June 26, 2013 · FDA recall Z-1547-2013 · Biomet
Hazard
Biomet Trauma ("Biomet") has initiated a recall of Retrograde Femoral Connecting Bolt, which involves Part Number 14-442021. The connecting bolt has an undersized diameter specification that may cause an interference fit with the 4mm hex driver (Part Number: 41024) near the edge of the tolerance. If the 4mm hex driver becomes stuck in the connecting bolt it cannot be taken apart and a delay in su · FDA Class II
Units
75
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Description
Biomet Trauma ("Biomet") has initiated a recall of Retrograde Femoral Connecting Bolt, which involves Part Number 14-442021. The connecting bolt has an undersized diameter specification that may cause an interference fit with the 4mm hex driver (Part Number: 41024) near the edge of the tolerance. If the 4mm hex driver becomes stuck in the connecting bolt it cannot be taken apart and a delay in su
Product
Biomet Trauma Phoenix Retrograde Femoral Connecting Bolt Trauma Fixation Systems. Product Usage: The Phoenix Retrograde Femoral Nail is indicated for alignment, stabilization, and fixation of fractures caused by trauma or disease and the fixation of femurs that have been surgically prepared (osteotomy) for correction of deformity.
Manufacturer(s)
Biomet, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →