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High RiskFDAfda-Z-1123-2015OTHER

Ringloc+ Acetabular Shell Finned 52 mm, PN 16-104152, hip prosthesis component.

Units Affected
17
Recall Date
January 9, 2015
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Other

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1123-2015.

Biomet recalled the Mallory Head 4 Finned Acetabular Shell 50mm (Lot 364600) and Ringloc + Acetabular Shell Limited Hole Finned 52 mm (Lot 427840) following a mix up in packaging with the two.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1123-2015.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Biomet, Inc. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1123-2015.

Biomet, Inc.

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Biomet, Inc. Recall FAQ

Biomet, Inc. is the subject of a medical implants safety report: Ringloc+ Acetabular Shell Finned 52 mm, PN 16-104152, hip prosthesis component.. The notice was published on January 9, 2015 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 17 units are potentially affected.