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Biomet initiated this action after complaints were received where oos avl bushing sets were opened during oss knee replacement procedures, and were found to contain two tabbed bushings.
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BIOMET Orthopedics sent an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE recall notice dated February 7, 2012, to all affected consignees. The recall notice instructed consignees to immediate locate and remove the devices from circulation and to fax back the response form to 574-372-1683. If product was further distributed, consignees must notify hospital personnel of this action via the enclosed notice. Consignees were charged with the location and return of the affected product.
For questions regarding this recall call 574-372-3983 or 574-371-3009.
“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.