RecallDepth

Profemur R, Revision Hip system, Proximal Body (part), STD 4, REF: PPW38354, Cementless, Titanium Plasma Spray Coated, Sterile, Rx only. Hip implant.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued June 7, 2007).

Company
Wright Medical Technology Inc
Recall Initiated
March 27, 2007
Posted
June 7, 2007
Terminated
June 30, 2008
Recall Number
Z-0868-2007
Quantity
4 units
Firm Location
Arlington, TN
Official Source
View on FDA website ↗

Reason for Recall

The titanium plasma coating was found to have missing fragments.

Distribution

Nationwide, Puerto Rico, & Japan

Lot / Code Info

Lot No. W09350601

Root Cause

Other

Action Taken

The firm sent out recall notices to implanting surgeons by letter dated 03/27/2007 (via FedEx) to notify the surgeons of the issue. The hospitals and distributors were also notified of the issue and given instructions for return of the product.

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