PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

SOL SYS R 9IN CALC 2.25/16.5 Packaging: Product is packed within a poly protector, with protection added as needed for fragile points. The entire stem is then placed within a foam sleeve for added protection. The assembly is then placed and sealed in an inner and outer tray for aseptic transfer. The sealed package is placed into a folding carton, labeled, and shrink wrapped. Intended Use: SOLUTION System Calcar Stems are used in total hip arthroplasty (THA) to provide increased pati

Reported: December 26, 2012 Initiated: December 3, 2012 #Z-0588-2013

Product Description

SOL SYS R 9IN CALC 2.25/16.5 Packaging: Product is packed within a poly protector, with protection added as needed for fragile points. The entire stem is then placed within a foam sleeve for added protection. The assembly is then placed and sealed in an inner and outer tray for aseptic transfer. The sealed package is placed into a folding carton, labeled, and shrink wrapped. Intended Use: SOLUTION System Calcar Stems are used in total hip arthroplasty (THA) to provide increased patient mobility and reduce pain by replacing the damaged hip joint articulation in patients where there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components.

Reason for Recall

An Engineering Analysis has determined the Solution Calcar Stem has the potential to result in impingement with a variety of heads. This impingement may not allow the stem and head to lock as intended. The amount of possible impingement varies depending on the femoral head. Worst case condition: Calcar stem with -2mm offset articuleze maximum of 0.937mm radial impingement. It is evident that a

Details

Recalling Firm
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Units Affected
1732 total all product codes
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, and WY and GUAYNABO, PR
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
SOL SYS R 9IN CALC 2.25/16.5 Packaging: Product is packed within a poly protector, with protection added as needed for fragile points. The entire stem is then placed within a foam sleeve for added protection. The assembly is then placed and sealed in an inner and outer tray for aseptic transfer. The sealed package is placed into a folding carton, labeled, and shrink wrapped. Intended Use: SOLUTION System Calcar Stems are used in total hip arthroplasty (THA) to provide increased patient mobility and reduce pain by replacing the damaged hip joint articulation in patients where there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components.. Recalled by DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.. Units affected: 1732 total all product codes.
Why was this product recalled?
An Engineering Analysis has determined the Solution Calcar Stem has the potential to result in impingement with a variety of heads. This impingement may not allow the stem and head to lock as intended. The amount of possible impingement varies depending on the femoral head. Worst case condition: Calcar stem with -2mm offset articuleze maximum of 0.937mm radial impingement. It is evident that a
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 26, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0588-2013.