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Foundation Knee System, non-porous Femur Size 8, Right

FDA device recall Z-1069-03 · posted 2003-07-30 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Encore Medical, LP
Reason for recall
Product container was labeled incorrectly indicating left femur instead of right.
Action taken
The firm recalled non-implanted devices. The firm initiated the recall on 04/23/2003 via phone to sales representatives and foreign distributors.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
JWH
Quantity affected
14 unimplanted units
Distribution
PA, TX, MA, FL, NV, AZ, and France and Saudi Arabia
Date initiated
2003-04-24
Date posted
2003-07-30
Date terminated
2003-07-29
Location
Austin, TX

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