Recall StatusTerminated
Date Initiated0012-12-06
Date Terminated2013-11-08
Product Quantity1050
Reason for Recall
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
Firm Action
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.
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution -- US (nationwide) including the countries of , Canada, Japan, Argentina, Australia ,Netherlands, Europe and Chile.
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.