Biomet, Inc. Biomet Microplasty Elite Instruments Vanguard Slidex Femoral Block, 55 mm, Biomet Orthopedics, Inc., Warsaw, IN; REF 32-485150. A manual surgical instrument for general use; a non-powered, hand-held, or hand-manipulated device; instrument guide. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Biomet Microplasty Elite Instruments Vanguard Slidex Femoral Block, 55 mm, Biomet Orthopedics, Inc., Warsaw, IN; REF 32-485150. A manual surgical instrument for general use; a non-powered, hand-held, or hand-manipulated device; instrument guide.
Brand
Biomet, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lots 083700 and 132202.
Products Sold
Lots 083700 and 132202.
Biomet, Inc. is recalling Biomet Microplasty Elite Instruments Vanguard Slidex Femoral Block, 55 mm, Biomet Orthopedics, Inc., due to Falling component: The universal pin, which holds the sliding instrument saw guide in its slot, may loosen during surgical procedures and fall into th. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Falling component: The universal pin, which holds the sliding instrument saw guide in its slot, may loosen during surgical procedures and fall into the wound.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consignees were notified by letter entitled "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE REMOVAL NOTICE" dated 12/18/08 advising them of the problem and that the instruments should be removed from use and returned. For further information, please contact Biomet, Inc., by telephone on 800-348-9500.
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For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026