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Biomet, Inc. recalls Echo Bi-Metric Press-Fit Stems/Echo Bi-Metric 11mm x 135mm Collarless Porous Stem (Orthopedic Implant) Indications: 1
Recalled December 5, 2012 · FDA recall Z-0442-2013 · Biomet
Hazard
It was reported that the surgeon noticed that the Echo 11mm hip stem had an etching indicating it was 13mm stem. · FDA Class II
Units
4
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Nationwide distribution: USA including states of: AZ, MD, and KS.
Description
It was reported that the surgeon noticed that the Echo 11mm hip stem had an etching indicating it was 13mm stem.
Product
Echo Bi-Metric Press-Fit Stems/Echo Bi-Metric 11mm x 135mm Collarless Porous Stem (Orthopedic Implant) Indications: 1) Noninflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis, 2) rheumatoid arthritis, 3) correction offunctional deformity, 4) treatment of non-union, femoral neck fracture, and trochanteric fractures of the proximal femur with head involvement, unmanageable using other techniques, 5) revision of previously failed total arthoplasty.
Manufacturer(s)
Biomet, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →