FDAFDA · Food and drugs·Recall number Z-1912-2012
ULTIMA*LX STM,POL 10/12TAP/2M Packaging: The product was packaged within inner and outer PETG blister trays and sealed with coated Tyvek lids. Foam protectors were in direct contact with the stem to help immobilize the product within the package. The sterile barrier system was then packed within a carton and shrink wrapped. Intended Use: The ULTIMA LX Cemented Polished Femoral Hip Stems product are forged CoCr polished cemented stems which are used as part of a total hip arthroplasty. These stems were indicated for use with all DePuy bearings and acetabular cups.
Published July 11, 2012 · Recall initiated: May 16, 2012
Status when published: Terminated — openFDA updates weekly, so this field may not reflect the current status. Always confirm with the official notice.
What's the hazard
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. is issuing a Field Safety Notice for the LUSTER Cemented Polished Femoral Hip Stems and the ULTIMA LX Cemented Polished Femoral Hip Stems that were implanted with any metal-on-metal (MoM) articulation (including a head of CoCr and an acetabular cup where the cup is of an all metal construction (monoblock or modular)).The LUSTER Cemented Polished Femoral Hip Stems and the U
What to do
Voluntary: Firm initiated · Letter
Recall details
- Manufacturer
- DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
- Distributor
- Nationwide Distribution-including the states of CA, CO, IA, NC, OH, TX, WA, WI, and WV.
- Lot
- Product code: 853157 and Lot numbers: 475235, 639640, 640919, 662465, XBK76, XCE42, XCU47, XEW27, XFE23, XFX43, XHL13, YAX30, YDW82, YEK32, YFE46, and YKK07.
- Risk classification
- Class II
- Area (FDA)
- device
- Country
- United States
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