Biomet, Inc. Recall: Unilateral external fixation ankle clamp Product Usage: Unilateral ex
Biomet, Inc. Recall: Unilateral external fixation ankle clamp Product Usage: Unilateral ex is one of 9,000 recalls in the RecallGuard dataset. Key details — Recalling firm: Biomet, Inc.; Product: Unilateral external fixation ankle clamp Product Usage: Unilateral external fixation for use treatment of bone conditions am
| Recalling firm | Biomet, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Product | Unilateral external fixation ankle clamp Product Usage: Unilateral external fixation for use treatment of bone conditions amenable to treatment by use of external fixation modality |
| Reason for recall | Ankle clamp was assembled incorrectly; the offset of the pin to the pivot point is reversed. This prevents complete range of motion and if pushed too far may loosen the pin from the bone. A revision surgery may be necessary to adequately reconnect the fixator to the bone. |
| Classification | Class II (moderate — may cause temporary or reversible health consequences) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Distribution | US Nationwide Distribution in the states of CA, TX, FL, NC, MI, GA. |
| Recall initiated | 20150501 |
| Recall number | Z-1741-2015 |
| Category | device |
| State | IN |
| Country | United States |
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