LINK STEM with Microporous Surface MP Reconstruction Prosthesis, CEMENTLESS (Size XS-0, D: 12mm, L: 160mm), Reference Number 172-916/12 Product Usage: The LINK¿ STEM with Microporous Surface MP¿ Reconstruction Prosthesis, CEMENTLESS System is indicated for patients with mobility-limiting diseases, fractures or defects which cannot be treated by conservative or osteosynthetic procedures. The LINK¿ STEM with Microporous Surface MP¿ Reconstruction Prosthesis, CEMENTLESS System is indicated for the following conditions: Revision arthroplasty due to juxta-articular bone defects Revision of loosened femoral prosthesis components involving extensive bone resorption of the proximal femur and widening of the medullary cavity or marked thinning of proximal femoral cortical bone Revision of loosened femoral prosthesis components with periprosthetic/subprosthetic fracture Deformed proximal femur due to fractures or osteotomies Correction of bone deficiencies, e.g. due to tumors Large post-revision and post-trauma segmental bone defects Oncological and revision surgery from tibial to hip area (in conjunction with Endo-Model¿ SL Rotational and Hinge Knee Prostheses) The device is intended for cemented and cementless use.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot numbers: 1435077 1515029 1718103 1435077 150401/0217 1734168 1726056 1718103 1734168 1515029
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
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Recall Details
- Company:
- Waldemar Link GmbH & Co. KG (Mfg Site)
- Reason for Recall:
- The reaming guide and the guide rod can't be screwed into the intended depth. The reason for this is a reduced depth of the core hole in the stem. A reaming guide that is not screwed in completely may lead to a proximal preparation in the depth that is not sufficient and to a neck that can't be positioned correctly. The correct fit of the neck can't be verified by means of the guide rod.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
LINK STEM with Microporous Surface MP Reconstruction Prosthesis, CEMENTLESS (Size XS-0, D: 12mm, L: 160mm), Reference Number 172-916/12 Product Usage: The LINK¿ STEM with Microporous Surface MP¿ Reconstruction Prosthesis, CEMENTLESS System is indicated for patients with mobility-limiting diseases, fractures or defects which cannot be treated by conservative or osteosynthetic procedures. The LINK¿ STEM with Microporous Surface MP¿ Reconstruction Prosthesis, CEMENTLESS System is indicated for the following conditions: Revision arthroplasty due to juxta-articular bone defects Revision of loosened femoral prosthesis components involving extensive bone resorption of the proximal femur and widening of the medullary cavity or marked thinning of proximal femoral cortical bone Revision of loosened femoral prosthesis components with periprosthetic/subprosthetic fracture Deformed proximal femur due to fractures or osteotomies Correction of bone deficiencies, e.g. due to tumors Large post-revision and post-trauma segmental bone defects Oncological and revision surgery from tibial to hip area (in conjunction with Endo-Model¿ SL Rotational and Hinge Knee Prostheses) The device is intended for cemented and cementless use.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot numbers: 1435077 1515029 1718103 1435077 150401/0217 1734168 1726056 1718103 1734168 1515029
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0733-2019
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