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REF 200068 Security (TM) Enclosed Carpal Tunnel System Blade ( Single) ABS /Stainless Steel Sterile Device, Single Use Only. Designed to release the transverse carpal ligament.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: October 25, 2013 Biomet Other Medical Devices Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Catalog Number: 200068 Medical Device Listing Number: B008657 Lot Number Identification: 088610, 090600, 143810, 257060, 289900, 365910, 460490, 558300, 626660, 697320,767260,795090,857730,864640,979680
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Biomet, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Security Blades were manufactured oversized and potentially won't advance or may be difficult to advance through the mating Security Clip.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

REF 200068 Security (TM) Enclosed Carpal Tunnel System Blade ( Single) ABS /Stainless Steel Sterile Device, Single Use Only. Designed to release the transverse carpal ligament.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Catalog Number: 200068 Medical Device Listing Number: B008657 Lot Number Identification: 088610, 090600, 143810, 257060, 289900, 365910, 460490, 558300, 626660, 697320,767260,795090,857730,864640,979680

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0381-2014

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