[Recalled] REF 154237 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size F5 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Sterile R The Oxford Fixed Bearing Knee is a Partial knee replacement system con
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Recall details
| Product | REF 154237 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size F5 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Sterile R The Oxford Fixed Bearing Knee is a Partial knee replacement system consisting of a femoral component and a fixed bearing tibial component for |
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| Brand / manufacturer | Biomet, Inc. |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-1722-2013 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 07 June 2013 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Biomet investigation found the design of the tibial bearing creates the potential for anterior impingement between the bone and the poly bearing component in terminal extension.
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
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