Compress Device Short Anchor Plug, 24 MM-For Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. Item Number: 178566
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot Numbers/UDI: 535440 (01)00880304461642(17)270803(10)535440; 577570 (01)00880304461642(17)270726(10)577570; 577590 (01)00880304461642(17)270802(10)577590; 608770 (01)00880304461642(17)280201(10)608770; 671520 (01)00880304461642(17)280131(10)671520; 671530 (01)00880304461642(17)271026(10)671530; 671880 (01)00880304461642(17)271114(10)671880; 671880R (01)00880304461642(17)271114(10)671880R; 735750 (01)00880304461642(17)271102(10)735750; 735750R (01)00880304461642(17)271102(10)735750R; 965240 (01)00880304461642(17)280113(10)965240
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Anchor plugs potentially have metal burrs in the transverse holes of the device, preventing the drill or pins from passing through, may result in extension of surgery
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
Product Information
Full Description:
Compress Device Short Anchor Plug, 24 MM-For Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. Item Number: 178566
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot Numbers/UDI: 535440 (01)00880304461642(17)270803(10)535440; 577570 (01)00880304461642(17)270726(10)577570; 577590 (01)00880304461642(17)270802(10)577590; 608770 (01)00880304461642(17)280201(10)608770; 671520 (01)00880304461642(17)280131(10)671520; 671530 (01)00880304461642(17)271026(10)671530; 671880 (01)00880304461642(17)271114(10)671880; 671880R (01)00880304461642(17)271114(10)671880R; 735750 (01)00880304461642(17)271102(10)735750; 735750R (01)00880304461642(17)271102(10)735750R; 965240 (01)00880304461642(17)280113(10)965240
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0386-2024
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