A complaint was received where the Hiploc Plate/Lag Screw Introducer was undersized and would not accept the introducor coupling screw. It appears now that not all parts manufactured to Rev A drawing were reworked.

Feb 16, 2016 Implants & Prosthetics View Details →

VERSYS 6 INCH BEADED FC 1 prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, metal/polymer, porous uncemented "" Total hip replacement for the following: severe hip pain and disability due to rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis, collagen disorders, avascular necrosis of the femoral head, nonunion of previous fractures of the femur; congenital hip dysplasia, protrusio acetabuli, slipped capital femoral epiphysis; disability due to previous fusion; previously failed endoprostheses, and/or total hip components in the affected extremity and acute femoral neck fractures. " Hemi-hip replacement for the following: fracture dislocation of the hip; elderly, debilitated patients when a total hip replacement is contraindicated; irreducible fractures in which adequate fixation cannot be obtained; certain high subcapital fractures and comminuted femoral neck fractures in the aged; nonunion of femoral neck fractures; secondary avascular necrosis of the femoral head; pathological fractures of the femoral neck; and osteoarthritis in which the femoral head is primarily affected."

Zimmer Biomet

Class I - Dangerous

LDPE bag containing the implant adheres to the highly polished implant surface.

Jan 11, 2016 Implants & Prosthetics Nationwide View Details →

PRCT MIS CR MOB PLT prosthesis, knee, patellofemorotibial, semi-constrained, metal/polymer, mobile bearing various sizes This device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis. Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle. Post-traumatic loss of joint configuration, particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy. Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities. The salvage of previously failed surgical attempts or for a knee in which satisfactory stability in flexion cannot be obtained at the time of surgery. " CR-Flex porous coated femoral components may be used cemented or uncemented (biological fixation). CR-Flex HA/TCP porous coated femoral components may only be used uncemented. All other femoral and tibial baseplate components are indicated for cemented use only. " CR-Flex Mobile articular surfaces are intended for use with a functional posterior cruciate ligament (PCL). UC-Flex Mobile articular surfaces are intended for use with an absent or deficient PCL. " Specific uses with CR-Flex femorals: Provides increased flexion capability for patients who have both the flexibility and desire to increase their flexion range. The CR-Flex femoral, when used with CR-Flex Mobile or UC-Flex Mobile articular surfaces, is intended for use when load bearing range of motion (ROM) is expected to be less than or equal to 155 degrees."

Zimmer Biomet

Class I - Dangerous

LDPE bag containing the implant adheres to the highly polished implant surface.

Jan 11, 2016 Implants & Prosthetics Nationwide View Details →

CR Flex GSF Porous Femoral LPS Flex GSF Porous Femoral LPS Flex Porous Femoral prosthesis, knee, patello/femorotibial, semi-constrained, uncemented, porous, coated, polymer/metal/polymer various sizes This device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis. Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle. Post-traumatic loss of joint configuration, particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy. Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities. The salvage of previously failed surgical attempts or for a knee in which satisfactory stability in flexion cannot be obtained at the time of surgery. " The CR-Flex GSF and LPS-Flex GSF uncoated (Option) and precoat styles are intended for cemented use only. " The CR-Flex GSF and LPS-Flex GSF porous coated femoral components may be used cemented or uncemented (biological fixation). " Specific uses with CR-Flex GSF or LPS-Flex GSF femorals: Provides increased flexion capability for patients who have both the flexibility and desire to increase their flexion range. The CR-Flex GSF femoral, when used with 90-prefix NexGen CR articular surfaces, 00-prefix 10, 12 or 14 mm or 90-prefix 17 or 20 mm Prolong¿ Highly Crosslinked Polyethylene CR articular surfaces, or with Gender Solutions Natural-Knee Flex Congruent articular surfaces, is designed for use with a functional posterior cruciate ligament and when load bearing range of motion (ROM) is expected to be less than or equal to 155 degrees. The LPS-Flex GSF femoral, when used with LPS-Flex articular surfaces, is designed for use with both cruciate ligaments excised and when load bearing ROM is expected to be less than or equal to 155 degrees."

Zimmer Biomet

Class I - Dangerous

LDPE bag containing the implant adheres to the highly polished implant surface.

Jan 11, 2016 Implants & Prosthetics Nationwide View Details →

LPS-FLEX GSF OPT prosthesis, knee, patellofemorotibial, semi-constrained, cemented, polymer/metal/polymer Various sizes¿ Product Usage "" This device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis. Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle. Post-traumatic loss of joint configuration, particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy. Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities. The salvage of previously failed surgical attempts or for a knee in which satisfactory stability in flexion cannot be obtained at the time of surgery. " The CR-Flex GSF and LPS-Flex GSF uncoated (Option) and precoat styles are intended for cemented use only. " The CR-Flex GSF and LPS-Flex GSF porous coated femoral components may be used cemented or uncemented (biological fixation). " Specific uses with CR-Flex GSF or LPS-Flex GSF femorals: Provides increased flexion capability for patients who have both the flexibility and desire to increase their flexion range. The CR-Flex GSF femoral, when used with 90-prefix NexGen CR articular surfaces, 00-prefix 10, 12 or 14 mm or 90-prefix 17 or 20 mm Prolong¿ Highly Crosslinked Polyethylene CR articular surfaces, or with Gender Solutions Natural-Knee Flex Congruent articular surfaces, is designed for use with a functional posterior cruciate ligament and when load bearing range of motion (ROM) is expected to be less than or equal to 155 degrees. The LPS-Flex GSF femoral, when used with LPS-Flex articular surfaces, is designed for use with both cruciate ligaments excised and when load bearing ROM is expected to be less than or equal to 155 degrees."

Zimmer Biomet

Class I - Dangerous

LDPE bag containing the implant adheres to the highly polished implant surface.

Jan 11, 2016 Implants & Prosthetics Nationwide View Details →

NexGen Knee LPS Porous FEM NexGen Knee LPS Option FEM NexGen Knee Lock FEM prosthesis, knee, patellofemorotibial, semi-constrained, cemented, polymer/metal/polymer various sizes Product Usage "" This device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis. Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle. Post-traumatic loss of joint configuration, particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy. Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities. The salvage of previously failed surgical attempts or for a knee in which satisfactory stability in flexion cannot be obtained at the time of surgery. " CR and LPS porous coated femoral and tibial baseplate components may be used cemented or uncemented (biological fixation). The CR Hydroxyapatite/tricalcium phosphate [HA/TCP] coated femoral or tibial baseplate components may only be used uncemented. All other femoral, tibial baseplate and all-polyethylene patella components are indicated for cemented use only."

Zimmer Biomet

Class I - Dangerous

LDPE bag containing the implant adheres to the highly polished implant surface.

Jan 11, 2016 Implants & Prosthetics Nationwide View Details →

ZIMMER UNI HIGH FLEX PRECOAT FEM prosthesis, knee, femorotibial, non-constrained, cemented, metal/polymer various sizes These devices are indicated for patients with: - Painful and/or disabling knee joints due to osteoarthritis or traumatic arthritis. - Previous tibial condyle or plateau fractures with loss of anatomy or function. - Varus or valgus deformities. - Revision of previous arthroplasty procedures. " These devices are indicated for cemented use only. " The Zimmer Unicompartmental Knee System is designed for use when load bearing ROM is expected to be less than or equal to 155 degrees."

Zimmer Biomet

Class I - Dangerous

LDPE bag containing the implant adheres to the highly polished implant surface.

Jan 11, 2016 Implants & Prosthetics Nationwide View Details →

AccuLIF PL Tubing Set and AccuLIF TL Tubing Set AccuLIF is an interbody device system that uses hydraulic pressure to expand the implant in-situ. The purpose of the AccuLIF PL Tubing Set (cat#900301) and AccuLIF TL Tubing Set (cat#905103) is to deliver pressurized saline from a syringe to the AccuLIF implant for in-situ expansion. The Tubing Set attaches to the AccuLIF Insertion handle at two district locations: the "junction block" and the "manifold." The PL and TL Tubing Sets are Class 2 instruments not intended to sustain or support life.

Stryker Spine

Class I - Dangerous

There were two potential interference conditions identified with the way the tubing set attaches to the inserter.

Dec 16, 2015 Implants & Prosthetics Nationwide View Details →

Gender PFJ FEMORAL COMP, prosthesis, knee, patello/femorotibial, semi-constrained, uncemented, porous, coated, polymer/metal/polymer various sizes " Osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis, and/or severe chondrocalcinosis of the patellofemoral joint. The salvage of previously failed surgical attempts (e.g., arthroscopy, lateral release, cartilage transplantation). History of patellar dislocation or patella fracture. Dysplasia-induced degeneration. This device is intended for cemented use only."

Zimmer Biomet

Class I - Dangerous

LDPE bag containing the implant adheres to the highly polished implant surface.

Jan 11, 2016 Implants & Prosthetics Nationwide View Details →

High Flow Irrigation Extender; Part Number 72201021. Arthroscopic accessories are indicated for use in access of the joint capsule.

Smith & Nephew, Inc., Endoscopy Div.

Class I - Dangerous

During arthroscopic surgery, when the scope is moved inside the cannula, the body of the irrigation extender separates, potentially obstructing visualization and causing leakage of the irrigation fluid. The device is removed and a back-up device is used to complete the surgery.

Jul 30, 2013 Implants & Prosthetics View Details →

LEGION(TM) HEMI STEPPED, TIBIAL SCREW-ON WEDGE, REF 71421147, QTY 1, 5 MM, SIZE 5-6 LT-LAT / RT-MDL; Tibial knee prosthesis, augment.

Smith & Nephew

Class I - Dangerous

The package for catalog item, a LEGION Hemi Stepped Tibial Wedge, 5 MM Size 5-6 LT-LAT/ RT-MDL, should include both a screw-on hemi stepped tibial wedge and two tibial wedge screws to affix the wedge to the tibial baseplate. A complaint was received indicating that the screws packaged with the wedge were too long.

Jan 18, 2016 Implants & Prosthetics View Details →

Exactech Acapella One Interbody Fusion Device Parallel. Orthopedic Spinal Surgery Device. Product Usage: The Acapella One Cervical Spacer System is indicated for anterior cervical interbody fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease at one disc level from C2-T1. Is to be used with autogenous bone graft and supplemental internal fixation and is implanted via an open anterior approach.

Exactech

Class I - Dangerous

Incorrect external and internal packaging labels. Exactech has identified nineteen (19) Acapella One Interbody Fusion Device Lordotic (05-090-01-1610) were packaged as Acapella One Interbody Fusion Device Parallel (05-090-02-1610)

Sep 28, 2015 Implants & Prosthetics View Details →

IMPLANT,TM, MTX FULL 4.1 mm x 10 mm diameter 3.5 mm Catalog #TMT4B10 Product Usage: Zimmer Dental implant systems are designed for use in the maxilla or mandible for immediate loading or for loading after a conventional healing period. Implants may be used to replace one or more missing teeth. Immediate loading is indicated when there is good primary stability and an appropriate occlusal load.

Zimmer Dental

Class I - Dangerous

Information specific to the 3.7 mmD and 4.1 mmD Trabecular Metal Zimmer Dental Implants was omitted from the latest revision of the applicable IFU in the Indications, Contraindications, and Precautions sections.

Jan 6, 2016 Implants & Prosthetics Nationwide View Details →

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