Compress Device Short Anchor Plug, 22 MM-For Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. Item Number: 178564

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot Numbers/UDI: 441020 (01)00880304461628(17)270915(10)441020; 535430 (01)00880304461628(17)270701(10)535430; 577560 (01)00880304461628(17)270725(10)577560; 577740 (01)00880304461628(17)271114(10)577740; 608760 (01)00880304461628(17)271112(10)608760; 671870 (01)00880304461628(17)280131(10)671870; 975160 (01)00880304461628(17)270806(10)975160
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Biomet, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Anchor plugs potentially have metal burrs in the transverse holes of the device, preventing the drill or pins from passing through, may result in extension of surgery
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

Compress Device Short Anchor Plug, 22 MM-For Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. Item Number: 178564

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot Numbers/UDI: 441020 (01)00880304461628(17)270915(10)441020; 535430 (01)00880304461628(17)270701(10)535430; 577560 (01)00880304461628(17)270725(10)577560; 577740 (01)00880304461628(17)271114(10)577740; 608760 (01)00880304461628(17)271112(10)608760; 671870 (01)00880304461628(17)280131(10)671870; 975160 (01)00880304461628(17)270806(10)975160

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0384-2024

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