PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Bio-Modular Humeral Head 48mm x 24mm Ti 6AI4V/Ion Implanted (Orthopedic Implant) Product Usage: The OSS Knee Reamer Sleeves are primarily used to guide the bullet tip of cylindrical reamers during the tibial preparation in OSS procedures. They are reusable.

Reported: December 12, 2012 Initiated: November 1, 2012 #Z-0474-2013

Product Description

Bio-Modular Humeral Head 48mm x 24mm Ti 6AI4V/Ion Implanted (Orthopedic Implant) Product Usage: The OSS Knee Reamer Sleeves are primarily used to guide the bullet tip of cylindrical reamers during the tibial preparation in OSS procedures. They are reusable.

Reason for Recall

The items in this lot are missing the ion implantation feature. The surface of the head may be softer and more prone to scratching, which in tum could potentially cause higher wear of the poly bearing. Increased wear could potentially lead to a shorter implant life.

Details

Recalling Firm
Biomet, Inc.
Units Affected
4
Distribution
USA Nationwide Distribution in the state of WI.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Bio-Modular Humeral Head 48mm x 24mm Ti 6AI4V/Ion Implanted (Orthopedic Implant) Product Usage: The OSS Knee Reamer Sleeves are primarily used to guide the bullet tip of cylindrical reamers during the tibial preparation in OSS procedures. They are reusable.. Recalled by Biomet, Inc.. Units affected: 4.
Why was this product recalled?
The items in this lot are missing the ion implantation feature. The surface of the head may be softer and more prone to scratching, which in tum could potentially cause higher wear of the poly bearing. Increased wear could potentially lead to a shorter implant life.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 12, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0474-2013.