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ABG II Modular Hip Stem Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. Mahwah, NJ 07430 Stryker Ireland Carrigtwohill Industrial Esta

FDA device recall Z-2089-2012 · posted 2012-07-26 · Open, Classified

Recall details

Recalling firm
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Reason for recall
Stryker has updated the instruction for use (IFU) (product correction)for the ABGII Modular and Rejuvenate Modular Hip Systems. This is based on a reported rate of less than one percent for revisions potentially associated with fretting and or corrosion at or about the modular neck junction. On June 29, 2012, Stryker has decided to remove the affected product from the field since there may be an
Action taken
Stryker sent an "URGENT PRODUCT CORRECTION" letter dated April 23, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter included a Product Correction Acknowledgment Form for customers to complete and return via fax to 201-831-6069. Contact the firm at 201-831-5970 for questions regarding this notice. Stryker sent and "Urgent Update Product Recall" Letter dated January 3, 2013 to all affected customers. The new letter includes updated corrective actions for patients. Another letter was sent out on 7/25/2014.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Open, Classified
Product code
MEH
Quantity affected
9003 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Date initiated
2012-04-30
Date posted
2012-07-26
Location
Mahwah, NJ

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