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Recall Z-0472-2016 — Green Mamba Suture Passer

U.S. FDA — Device Enforcement · United States · 2015-12-02 · Class II

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Agency
U.S. FDA — Device Enforcement
Recall identifier
Z-0472-2016
Date of alert
2015-12-02
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk level
Class II
Risk type
recall
Brand
Biomet, Inc.
Product category
device
Product type
Devices
Barcode (EAN/GTIN)
110010850
Reported risk: There may be a separation and an insufficient weld between the spring and washer. The weld between the spring and washer may fracture, causing the Mamba Suture Passer instruments jaw to not actuate properly. 6 complaints have been received in which 3 have been reported with a delay up to 10 minutes.
Primary source: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts

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