—#114932

Product

PT113950 PT HYBRID Glenoid Post Regenerex porous titanium construct Sterile R Prosthesis, Shoulder, Semi-Constrained, Metal/Polymer Cemented

FDA product code: KWS — Prosthesis, Shoulder, Semi-Constrained, Metal/Polymer Cemented
Device class: Class 2
Medical specialty: Orthopedic
510(k) numbers: K060694
Affected lot / code info: Part 113950 Lot 093540, 093550,093570,093580,093590,093600,093610,093620,093720, 093730,093740,093760,093770,093780,282590,282600,282620,282630, 282680,282700,282710,489160,489180,489200,489210,489770,489780, 489790,714480,714550,714570,714700,714730,722210,722250,722280, 984770,984780,984790,984800,984810,984820,984830,984840, and 984850

Why it was recalled

Biomet is recalling Part Number PT-113950 PT Hybrid Glenoid Post, following an investigation which identified that the male thread of the post may be oversized. This oversized condition can vary in degree and may lead to the following three events: 1) If the PT Hybrid Glenoid Post is not fully seated into the Hybrid Base and the implant construct is implanted, then a gap of 1-3 mm will be prese

Root cause (FDA determination)

Nonconforming Material/Component

Action the firm took

Biomet Inc. sent a Urgent Medical Device Recall Notices dated December 6, 2012, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. The notice identified the reason for the recall including directions to immediately locate, discontinue use of the device. Surgeons were asked to continue monitoring of patients implanted. Customers were asked to confirm receipt of the notice by calling 1-888-348-9500 extension 1570. Customers with product to be returned are asked to obtain RGA # by calling 574-372-6677 . A FAX Back Response Form is to be filled out and sent within 3 days of receipt to 574-372-1683. Biomet, Attention Return Goods, Building B Recalls, 56 East Bell Drive, Warsaw, IN 46580. Questions related to the notice should be directed to 574-371-1570, Monday- Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Recalling firm

Firm: Biomet, Inc.
Address: 56 E Bell Dr, Warsaw, Indiana 46582-6989

Distribution

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution -- US (nationwide) including the countries of , Canada, Japan, Argentina, Australia ,Netherlands, Europe and Chile.

Timeline

Recall initiated: 0012-12-06
Posted by FDA: 2013-01-09
Terminated: 2013-11-08
Status: —

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #114932. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.