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Modular femoral and proximal tibial replacement system consisting of femoral head/neck, body, stem and condyle component

FDA device recall Z-0587-03 · posted 2003-02-27 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics
Reason for recall
Some components have disassociated post-operatively resulting in additional surgery to the patient.
Action taken
Notification letters were sent to Howmedica sales agents and Operating Room Supervisors via FedEx on 1/7/2003. On 2/12/2003, Howmedica again sent out notification letters on the extended recalled devices.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
JDI
Quantity affected
136
Distribution
The devices were distributed nationwide to Howmedica branches/agents, hospitals, one government hospital and internationally.
Date initiated
2003-01-07
Date posted
2003-02-27
Date terminated
2003-07-31
Location
Mahwah, NJ

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RecordFirmDate
HOWMEDICA FEMORAL & PROXIMAL TIBIAL MODULAR REPLACEMENT SYTESM (K952970)Howmedica Corp.1996-01-17