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All instrumentation associated with the Prelude PF Resurfacing Knee System.

FDA Device Recall #Z-1318-2016 — Class II — March 9, 2016

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1318-2016
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated March 9, 2016
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Biomet, Inc.
Location Warsaw, IN
Product Type Devices
Quantity 576

Product Description

All instrumentation associated with the Prelude PF Resurfacing Knee System.

Reason for Recall

Inadequate design control.

Distribution Pattern

US Distribution to the states of : CA, CO, GA, IN, KS, MI, MO, NC, NJ, OH, TN and TX.

Lot / Code Information

All Lots of All Prelude PF instrumentation part numbers. Part Number Description 110004338: No. 1 Femoral Trial, Left 110004248: No. 1 Femoral Trial, Right 110004339: No. 2 Femoral Trial, Left 110004250: No. 2 Femoral Trial, Right 110004344: No. 3 Femoral Trial, Left 110004252: No. 3 Femoral Trial, Right 110004342: No. 4 Femoral Trial, Left 110004254: No. 4 Femoral Trial, Right 110004341: No. 5 Femoral Trial, Left 110004256: No. 5 Femoral Trial, Right 110004337: No. 6 Femoral Trial, Left 110004258: No. 6 Femoral Trial, Right 110004340: No. 6W Femoral Trial, Left 110004260: No. 6W Femoral Trial, Right 110004343: No. 7W Femoral Trial, Left 110004262: No. 7W Femoral Trial, Right 110004345: No. 8W Femoral Trial, Left 110004264: No. 8W Femoral Trial, Right 110004105: No. 1 Drill Guide, Left 110004106: No. 1 Drill Guide, Right 110004107: No. 2 Drill Guide, Left 110004108: No. 2 Drill Guide, Right 110004109: No. 3 Drill Guide, Left 110004110: No. 3 Drill Guide, Right 110004111: No.4 Drill Guide, Left 110004112: No.4 Drill Guide, Right 110004113: No. 5 Drill Guide, Left 110004114: No. 5 Drill Guide, Right 110004115: No. 6 Drill Guide, Left 110004116: No. 6 Drill Guide, Right 110004117: No. 6W Drill Guide, Left 110004118: No. 6W Drill Guide, Right 110004119: No. 7W Drill Guide, Left 110004120: No. 7W Drill Guide, Right 110004121: No. 8W Drill Guide, Left 110004122: No. 8W Drill Guide, Right 010001763: 25MM Reamer 010001768: 31MM Reamer 110004151: 25MM Stop Collar 110004165: 31MM Stop Collar 110007428: Stop Collar Push Button 110004170: 2.1MM Guide Pin 110004169: Trial Remover 110004172: Impactor Handle 110007398: 15 Degree Rasp 597004: Instrument Case 110018820: 25MM Peek Bushing 110018821: 31MM Peek Bushing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.

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