Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

DISCOVERY ELBOW prosthesis Recalled by Biomet, Inc. Due to Surface finish is different than specified. The implant...

Date: May 15, 2014
Company: Biomet, Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Biomet, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

DISCOVERY ELBOW prosthesis, 4 MM X 100 MM RIGHT HUMERAL FLANGED I BOND COAT Tl 6AL 4V ALLOY. Elbow joint replacement prostheses are intended for primary and revision joint arthroplasty for use in cemented applications.

Quantity: 1

Why Was This Recalled?

Surface finish is different than specified. The implant has 30 grit blast on the exterior of the flange when the print calls for the glass bead blast. The patient may experience pain requiring surgical intervention.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Biomet, Inc.

Biomet, Inc. has 250 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report