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Modular femoral and proximal tibial replacement system… recallZ-0587-03 · Stryker Howmedica Osteonics · initiated Jan 7, 2003

Terminated All recalls posted in February 2003

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Stryker Howmedica Osteonics or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

Some components have disassociated post-operatively resulting in additional surgery to the patient.

FDA root cause category: Other

What the company is doing

Notification letters were sent to Howmedica sales agents and Operating Room Supervisors via FedEx on 1/7/2003. On 2/12/2003, Howmedica again sent out notification letters on the extended recalled devices.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0587-03
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Jan 7, 2003
Posted by the FDA
Feb 27, 2003
Recalling firm
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics
Quantity
136
Product code
JDI
FDA submissions
K952970
Distribution
The devices were distributed nationwide to Howmedica branches/agents, hospitals, one government hospital and internationally.

Product description

Modular femoral and proximal tibial replacement system consisting of femoral head/neck, body, stem and condyle components. Also proximal tibial body rotating hinge-type knee and stem components.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

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Catalog No. Lot No. Description  6485-3-000 D6MR MRS SML FEM STEM 10 X 102; 6485-3-011 D6CEB MRS 11MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-013 D6CFB MRS 13MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-013 D6CFG MRS 13MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-013 D6CFE MRS 13MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-013 D6GZE MRS 13MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-013 D6GZC MRS 13MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-013 D6HAB MRS 13MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-013 D6HAC MRS 13MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-013 D6HAD MRS 13MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-015 D6CHD MRS 15MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-017 D6BZC MRS 17MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-017 D6GPA MRS 17MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-017 D6GPD MRS 17MM X 127MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-311 D6CAB MRS 11MM X 203MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-311 D6CAA MRS 11MM X 203MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-311 D6GTA MRS 11MM X 203MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-311 D6GTB MRS 11MM X 203MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-313 D6CBC MRS 13MM X 203MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-313 D6CBD MRS 13MM X 203MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-313 D6CBB MRS 13MM X 203MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-313 D6GWB MRS 13MM X 203MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-313 D6GWC MRS 13MM X 203MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-3-317 D6GM MRS 17MM X 203MM FEMORAL STEM; 6485-6-409 D6HMA MRS 9MM TIBIAL STEM; 6485-6-411 D5XWB MRS 11MM TIBIAL STEM; 6485-6-411 D6HNA MRS 11MM TIBIAL STEM;

Other devices under the same FDA submission

1 device cleared under K952970 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 25460).

Sources and updates

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