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Biomet, Inc. recalls PerFuse Decompression Instrument PN: 800-0541, Lot:100650. Designed to access the femoral head for decompression.

Recall date
April 11, 2016
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Recall number
Z-1814-2016
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Biomet, Inc.
Sold / distributed
Distributed in the US states of CA, GA, MN, and OH, and in the Netherlands.

Why it was recalled

The Trocar and Plunger Assemblies are missing from the instrument, which could result in a delay in surgery greater than 30 minutes.

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

What was recalled

PerFuse Decompression Instrument PN: 800-0541, Lot:100650. Designed to access the femoral head for decompression.

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