Biomet, Inc. recalls A.L.P.S. - Medium Bone Plate Forceps. Orthopedic manual surgical instrument.

Recall date

June 17, 2015

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-2072-2015

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Biomet, Inc.

Sold / distributed

Domestic: TX NJ, NC, KY, MA, SD, MO, AL, IN, GA, AR International: Netherlands, Japan, Costa Rica

Why it was recalled

Medium Bone Plate Forceps was assembled with the incorrect grip arm tip. Potential that the surgeon will be unable to provisionally clamp the plate to the patient's bone.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

A.L.P.S. - Medium Bone Plate Forceps. Orthopedic manual surgical instrument.