Biomet Outer Sheath 4 — Class II medical device recall Z-2362-2020
Terminated recall by Biomet, reported 2020-06-24, distributed nationwide. Device and tray that houses the device did not pass steam sterilization process validation testing
| Recall number | Z-2362-2020 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Biomet, Miami, FL, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2020-05-01 |
| Classified | 2020-06-12 |
| Reported by FDA | 2020-06-24 |
| Terminated | 2021-07-28 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| Countries outside the US | AU, CH, CL, CN, CR, NL |
| Quantity | 136 units |
Product
Biomet Outer Sheath 4.5/5.0,6.5- Orthopedic Manual Surgical Instrument Product Code: 14235
Reason for recall
Device and tray that houses the device did not pass steam sterilization process validation testing
Machine access
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