Biomet, Inc. Biomet Orthopedics Echo Hip Instrumentation Exact Slotted Stem Inserter, Part number: 31-555610. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Biomet Orthopedics Echo Hip Instrumentation Exact Slotted Stem Inserter, Part number: 31-555610.
Brand
Biomet, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lots 218606, 218614 and 217595.
Products Sold
Lots 218606, 218614 and 217595.
Biomet, Inc. is recalling Biomet Orthopedics Echo Hip Instrumentation Exact Slotted Stem Inserter, Part number: 31-555610. due to The instrument will not mate with its stem.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The instrument will not mate with its stem.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Biomet distributors were notified via recall letter dated 2/12/08 to locate the instruments in their possession and at hospital sites and to return them to Biomet. Hospitals with the instruments on hand will be provided with a recall letter dated 2/12/08 which describes the nature of the problem and the removal of these instruments.
Verify this information on the official source
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