Biomet, Inc. recalls Biomet Integral Centralizer Hip System, Lateralized Femoral Stem (Co-Cr-Mo), 9mm, 11mm, 13mm, 15mm, and 17mm

Recall date

November 17, 2015

Source

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

Recall number

Z-0650-2016

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Biomet, Inc.

Sold / distributed

Worldwide distribution. US nationwide including IA, UT, MN, PA, MO, OK, IL, OH, and WA; CANADA, and NETHERLANDS

Why it was recalled

PMMA is listed as a material on the label but the product does not contain PMMA.

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

What was recalled

Biomet Integral Centralizer Hip System, Lateralized Femoral Stem (Co-Cr-Mo), 9mm, 11mm, 13mm, 15mm, and 17mm