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Zimmer Biomet, Inc. recalls Vanguard Total Knee, PUNCH THRU TRL PLATES, 63 MM Item No: 32-487261, 67 MM Item No: 32-487262, 71 MM Item No: 32-487263
Recalled February 22, 2017 · FDA recall Z-1219-2017 · Zimmer Biomet
Hazard
Zimmer Biomet is conducting a medical device recall for ARCOS & TPRLC broaches and rasps due to potential alumina inclusions in the raw material batch used to produce the affected products. Inclusions contained within the finished product could lead to the cracking and separation of the instrument. · FDA Class II
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Description
Zimmer Biomet is conducting a medical device recall for ARCOS & TPRLC broaches and rasps due to potential alumina inclusions in the raw material batch used to produce the affected products. Inclusions contained within the finished product could lead to the cracking and separation of the instrument.
Product
Vanguard Total Knee, PUNCH THRU TRL PLATES, 63 MM Item No: 32-487261, 67 MM Item No: 32-487262, 71 MM Item No: 32-487263, 75 MM Item No: 32-487264, and 79 MM Item No: 32-487265
Manufacturer(s)
Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →