OMNI Hip System, ApeX-LNK Acetabular Inserts 0 degree, 4+mm offset, Product Codes: H6-14436, H6-13928 & H6-14836 Product Usage: The Apex Hip System is intended for primary or revision total hip replacement. The femoral hip stems and acetabular cups are intended for uncemented fixation and single use implantation. The Apex Acetabular Cup liners, standard and ApeX-LNK Poly, are intended for use with the Apex Modular Acetabular Cup, in combination with the Apex Modular, Apex K2, Apex K2 mid length or Apex K1 Hip in total hip replacement procedures. The acetabular cup inserts are intended to articulate with a metal (cobalt chromium) or ceramic (alumina) femoral head. These prostheses may be used for the following conditions, as appropriate: Non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease, including osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis Rheumatoid arthritis Correction of functional deformity Congenital dislocation Revision procedures where other treatments or devices have failed
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot Numbers - 29147, 29148 & 29778
- 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.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- OMNIlife science Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- The Internal packaging, the pouch and patient labels are improperly labeled.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
OMNI Hip System, ApeX-LNK Acetabular Inserts 0 degree, 4+mm offset, Product Codes: H6-14436, H6-13928 & H6-14836 Product Usage: The Apex Hip System is intended for primary or revision total hip replacement. The femoral hip stems and acetabular cups are intended for uncemented fixation and single use implantation. The Apex Acetabular Cup liners, standard and ApeX-LNK Poly, are intended for use with the Apex Modular Acetabular Cup, in combination with the Apex Modular, Apex K2, Apex K2 mid length or Apex K1 Hip in total hip replacement procedures. The acetabular cup inserts are intended to articulate with a metal (cobalt chromium) or ceramic (alumina) femoral head. These prostheses may be used for the following conditions, as appropriate: Non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease, including osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis Rheumatoid arthritis Correction of functional deformity Congenital dislocation Revision procedures where other treatments or devices have failed
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot Numbers - 29147, 29148 & 29778
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-2540-2018
Related Recalls
The device is missing grit blasting on the proximal surface of the femoral stem, which may lead to the possibility of product revision in the event of undersizing.
Acetabular Liners have a higher than acceptable oxidation limit, potential for patients to experience a higher wear rate for acetabular liners and require a revision surgery
Acetabular Liners have a higher than acceptable oxidation limit, potential for patients to experience a higher wear rate for acetabular liners and require a revision surgery