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Excia Cemented Hip Stems, Size 13mm, Part Number : NJ313K, Aesculap Implant Systems, Inc., Center Valley, PA 18034

FDA device recall Z-0440-2008 · posted 2007-12-11 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Aesculap Implant Systems
Reason for recall
Sterility (package integrity) Compromised: Device package damaged during shipment
Action taken
The recalling firm issued an Important Recall Notice letter dated 10/10/07 to all their customers informing them of the problem and the need to return the product.
Root cause
Package design/selection
Status
Terminated
Product code
LWJ
Quantity affected
167 units
Distribution
Nationwide-USA including states of AZ, GA, MD, OK, PA, TX, and VA (distributors) medical facilities in FL, NY, and PA; and sales representatives in CA and FL.
Date initiated
2007-10-10
Date posted
2007-12-11
Date terminated
2008-02-07
Location
Center Valley, PA

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