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A discovery condyle kit w/ hexalobula was opened during an elbow joint replacement surgery, and was found to contain two male condyles.
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December 14, 2011 Urgent Medical Device Recall Notices were sent to Distributors and hospital OR managers describing the product, problem, risks associated with the recall, and actions to be taken. The notice included Instructions to locate and remove the product. Customers were asked to complete a response form and fax to 574-372-1683, prior to returning product by priority mail to the attention of Angi Dickson, Biomet , 56 East Bell Drive Warsaw, IN, USA 46580 with a copy of the response form. Receipt of the notice should also be confirmed by calling 800-348-9500, extension 3983 or 3009. Questions related to this notice should be directed to 574-371-3983 or 574-371-3009 Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM.
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Discovery Elbow System Humeral Condyle Set- Hexalobular, REF 114700, Lot 797550 Alloy, Sterile, Biomet Orthopedics Warsaw IN 46581. || Intended for primary and revision joint arthroplasty for use in cemented applications.
“The safety of patients has always been, and continues to be, Zimmer Biomet’s top priority and it is our honor to be a leader in this industry for the past 90 years,” Zimmer Biomet told ICIJ in a statement. “We adhere to strict regulatory standards, and work closely with the FDA and all applicable regulatory agencies in each of our regions as part of our commitment to operating a first-rate quality management system across our global manufacturing network. The company added that it is focused on staying at the forefront of innovation and doing right by the millions of patients who rely on the company’s products.