Biomet Microfixation, Inc. HT X-DRIVE SCREW, Part # 91-2416, W.Lorenz Surgical. Screws for use in the stabilization and fixation of mandibular fractures and mandibular reconstructive surgical procedures. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
HT X-DRIVE SCREW, Part # 91-2416, W.Lorenz Surgical. Screws for use in the stabilization and fixation of mandibular fractures and mandibular reconstructive surgical procedures.
Brand
Biomet Microfixation, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot 493200
Products Sold
Lot 493200
Biomet Microfixation, Inc. is recalling HT X-DRIVE SCREW, Part # 91-2416, W.Lorenz Surgical. Screws for use in the stabilization and fixat due to The packaging for the 91-2416, 2.4X16MM HT X-DRIVE SCREW, Lot 493200 actually contained the 99-6577, 2.0X7MM FOSSA X-DRIVE SCREW.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The packaging for the 91-2416, 2.4X16MM HT X-DRIVE SCREW, Lot 493200 actually contained the 99-6577, 2.0X7MM FOSSA X-DRIVE SCREW.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
An "Urgent Medical Device Recall Notice" was sent to customers on 07/11/2008 by certified letter. The letter described the problem, the risk and asked that customers discontinue use of the product and return them to Biomet. Also, customers were provided with a Inventory Reconciliation sheet and asked to fax it back to Biomet. Please contact Biomet Microfixation at 1-800-874-771 or 904-741-4400, ext. 448 for assistance.
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