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Subject: Biomet Microfixation, Inc. - BIOMET MICROFIXATION LACTOSORB PECTUS STABILIZER - Class 2 Recall

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Biomet Microfixation, Inc. - BIOMET MICROFIXATION LACTOSORB PECTUS STABILIZER - Class 2 Recallemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this article1 CommentDiscuss or comment on this article.
Lactosorb Pectus Stabilizer, model number: 01-3805. Distributed and Manufactured by : Biomet Microfixation, Jacksonville, FL. LactoSorb¿ Pectus Stabilizer is a surgical implant intended to aid in the treatment of Pectus Excavatum deformities. The LactoSorb¿ Pectus Stabilizer provides the surgeon with a means to secure the Pectus Support Bar to the chest wall. The Pectus Support Bar is used to reposition bony structures (sternum, breastbone) by applying internal force outwardly eliminating the funnel shaped deformity.
Source: Medical Device Recalls since July 07, 2006 - May 28, 2009 Category: Medical Equipment Source Type: organizations

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November 6, 2009 - Concerned

Comment: Our son had major complications due to the failure of this product. If anyone else experienced complications as well, please let me know.