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Medium RiskFDA Device

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.: Spin Down RapidFlap nut that interfaces with the outer plate was assembled incorrectly.

Agency Publication Date: November 6, 2018
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Affected Products

Product: Biomet Microfixation RapidFlap System 12mm SpinDown Clamp, sterile Ref Number: 75-1020 Used for the re-attachment of the bone flap after a craniotomy.

Lot Expiry Date Before: 09/18/2023

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Product: Biomet Microfixation RapidFlap System, 12MM RapidFlap SpinDown Clamp, 12 Pack Ref Number: 75-1020-12 Used for the re-attachment of the bone flap after a craniotomy.

Lot Expiry Date Before: 09/18/2023

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Product: Biomet Microfixation RapidFlap System 16MM RapidFlap SpinDown Clamp Ref Number: 75-1030 Used for the re-attachment of the bone flap after a craniotomy.

Lot Expiry Date Before: 09/18/2023

Lot Numbers:
Expiry
Product: Biomet Microfixation RapidFlap System 16MM RapidFlap SpinDown Clamp, 12 Pack Ref Number: 75-1030-12 Used for the re-attachment of the bone flap after a craniotomy.

Lot Expiry Date Before: 09/18/2023

Lot Numbers:
Expiry
Product: Biomet Microfixation RapidFlap System 20MM RapidFlap SpinDown Clamp Ref Number: 75-1040 Used for the re-attachment of the bone flap after a craniotomy.

Lot Expiry Date Before: 09/18/2023

Lot Numbers:
Expiry
Product: Biomet Microfixation RapidFlap System 20MM RapidFlap SpinDown Clamp, 12 Pack Ref Number: 75-1040-12 Used for the re-attachment of the bone flap after a craniotomy.

Lot Expiry Date Before: 09/18/2023

Lot Numbers:
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Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 81072
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 6 products (12825 units; 11736 units; 23726 units; 11580 units; 3246 units; 6180 units)

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