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Depuy Preservation Uni Knee All Poly Tibial; polyethylene tibial insert LM/RL, Sz 2, 9.5 mm; Ref 1498-12-208.

FDA device recall Z-1148-05 · posted 2005-08-12 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Depuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Reason for recall
An incomplete seal on the inner pouch allows exposure to oxygen, which may result in oxidation and would affect long-term performance of the implant.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
NJL
Quantity affected
24
Distribution
Nationwide, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Caguas, Colombia, Ireland, Malaysia, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Singapore, South Africa, Sweden, Uruguay and Venezuela.
Date initiated
2005-05-26
Date posted
2005-08-12
Date terminated
2005-12-02
Location
Warsaw, IN

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RecordFirmDate
DEPUY PRESERVATION UNICONDYLAR KNEE PROSTHESIS (K010810)DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.2001-04-18