FDAClass IIDecember 24, 2014

Ceramic Femoral Head. Intended for use in total hip recall

Ceramic Femoral Head. Intended for use in total hip arthroplasty applications to replace the articular surface of the femoral head in primary hip…

Why was Ceramic Femoral Head. Intended for use in total hip recalled?

Two complaints reported that the BIOLOX delta TS Ceramic Femoral Articul/eze12/14 36mm +12 Head (product code 1365-36-740) did not fit like the trial; the definite hip construct felt loose. The loosening refers to tissue tension and not the taper connection between the femoral head and stem. The investigations found that the small size sleeve (+1.5 femoral head offset) was incorrectly used in the

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

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Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot 7928614 CATALOG NO. : 1365-36-740 Barcode GTIN: 10603295033684

Product
Ceramic Femoral Head. Intended for use in total hip arthroplasty applications to replace the articular surface of the femoral head in primary hip…
Recalling firm
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Quantity
19 units worldwide
Distribution
Distributed in the states of WV, AZ, and AL, and the countries of Germany, and Finland.
Recall date
December 24, 2014
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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