FDA recall record

Biomet Microfixation Thinflap System Case The cases hold surgical instrumentation in place recall — FDA Z-0137-2016

The lids on implant caddies within P/N 17-5000 and 19-5000 could not be opened by the user without application of undesirable/unexpected excessive force.

Class IIclassification
Z-0137-2016official record ID
Oct 28, 2015report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0137-2016
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmBiomet Microfixation, LLC
Report dateOct 28, 2015
Recall initiation dateAug 6, 2015
Quantity5 units
LocationJacksonville, FL, United States

Official product description

Thinflap System Case The cases hold surgical instrumentation in place during handling and storage.

Why the product was recalled

The lids on implant caddies within P/N 17-5000 and 19-5000 could not be opened by the user without application of undesirable/unexpected excessive force.

Distribution information

Nationwide Distribution including CA, FL, OK, NY, NC, and IL.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.

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