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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

CORAIL Cementless Femoral Stem HA Coated Standard Size 11, Catalog No. 3L92511

Reported: August 1, 2018 Initiated: June 21, 2018 #Z-2521-2018

Product Description

CORAIL Cementless Femoral Stem HA Coated Standard Size 11, Catalog No. 3L92511

Reason for Recall

Two lots of femoral stems were labeled as Size 11. However, they are actually Size 12. Potential adverse effects include poor joint mechanics, improper fit, loosening, and additional surgical procedure to correct. It may also result in an intraoperative fracture which could represent a surgical delay and additional procedures.

Details

Recalling Firm
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Units Affected
N/A
Distribution
Accounts in AL, CA, CO, GA< IL, LA, ME, NC, NH, NY, OR, TX, UT, and WA. Foreign distribution to Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Germany, Indonesia, Korea, Sweden, and Tunisia.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
CORAIL Cementless Femoral Stem HA Coated Standard Size 11, Catalog No. 3L92511. Recalled by DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.. Units affected: N/A.
Why was this product recalled?
Two lots of femoral stems were labeled as Size 11. However, they are actually Size 12. Potential adverse effects include poor joint mechanics, improper fit, loosening, and additional surgical procedure to correct. It may also result in an intraoperative fracture which could represent a surgical delay and additional procedures.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 1, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2521-2018.