Ranawat/Burnstein Acetabular Shell 54mm/Limited Holes/Porous Coated is a metallic, full-hemisphere, acetabular shell component. Intended Use: The shell utilizes a modular polyethylene liner and a femoral head component that is taper fit onto a femoral stem at the time of surgery. Cemented or non-cemented total hip replacement . The device is intended for general use in skeletally mature individuals undergoing primary and/or secondary revision surgery at high risk of hip dislocation due to a history of prior dislocation, joint or bone loss, soft tissue laxity, neuromuscular disease, or intra-operative instability and for whom all other options to constrained acetabular components have been considered
FDA Recall Z-0415-2013 · Posted 2012-11-21
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Recalling FirmBiomet, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeKWA
Date Initiated2012-10-04
Date Terminated2013-03-18
Product Quantity16 (5 USA)
Reason for Recall
The color code on label conflicts with the liner size (liner size 24 should be green, not yellow)
Firm Action
BIOMET called distributors who received the affected product to return it to Biomet with follow-up Urgent Recall Notices sent via E-mail October 22, 2012.. The notice included the identity of the recalled device, reason for the recall, and directions to complete the FAX back form and return it to 574-372-1683. Product is to be returned to Return Goods, Recalls, Biomet, Inc.
56 East Bell Drive, Warsaw, IN 46580. Questions related to the recall should be directed to Field Action Coordinator (574) 372-1570, Monday through Friday. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For questions regarding this recall call 574-267-6639, ext 1676.
Root Cause
Labeling Change Control
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution including CA, IN, NC, OH, and UT.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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