Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2179-2024 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Biomet, Inc. |
| Report date | Jul 3, 2024 |
| Recall initiation date | May 17, 2024 |
| Quantity | 12 units |
| Location | Warsaw, IN, United States |
Official product description
RingLoc Bi-Polar Hip System Acetabular Cup, 41 mm Outer Diameter - Used in hip hemi-arthroplasty Item Number: 11-165206
Why the product was recalled
41 mm acetabular outer heads were potentially assembled with a 42 mm locking ring, may lead to joint instability leading requiring surgical intervention
Distribution information
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, CA, NJ, PA, TX, VA and the country of Chile.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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