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Secur-Fit Max Hip Stem recallZ-0893-2009 · Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. · initiated Nov 13, 2008

Terminated All recalls posted in January 2009

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 Corp. 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

Stryker Orthopaedics became aware of a visual defect in certain blister packages of certain devices.

FDA root cause category: Packaging

What the company is doing

Recall notification letters were sent via Federal Express on November 21, 2008 to Stryker Branches/Agencies, Hospital Risk Management, Chief of Orthopaedics and Surgeon. The letters explained the problem and indicated that there are no risk factors. Contact Stryker Orthopaedics for additional information at 1-201-831-5718.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0893-2009
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Nov 13, 2008
Posted by the FDA
Jan 26, 2009
Recalling firm
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Quantity
322 total units - all types
Product code
LZO
FDA submissions
K041170
Distribution
Nationwide. OUS: Australia, Canada, Japan, Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Spain, Columbia, Guatemala and Sweden.

Product description

Secur-Fit Max Hip Stem These devices are modular components of a total hip system. These femoral stems are intended for use with femoral heads and acetabular components in primary or revision total hip arthroplasty.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

6051-0625S SECUR-FIT MAX 132 HIP STEM #6 HKNMME, 6051-0730S SECUR-FIT MAX 132 HIP STEM #7 K03MME, 6051-0730S SECUR-FIT MAX 132 HIP STEM #7 K08MME, 6051-0830S SECUR-FIT MAX 132 HIP STEM #8 E56MLE, 6051-0830S SECUR-FIT MAX 132 HIP STEM #8 J41MLE, 6051-0935S SECUR-FIT MAX 132 HIP STEM #9 EN1MME, 6051-1035S SECUR-FIT MAX 132 HIP STEM #10 70PMME, 6051-1140S SECUR-FIT MAX 132 HIP STEM #11 4PMMME, 6051-1140S SECUR-FIT MAX 132 HIP STEM #11 901MME, 6052-0830S SECUR-FIT MAX 127 HIP STEM #8 V3PMLE, 6052-0935S SECUR-FIT MAX 127 HIP STEM #9 5ERMME, 6052-1035S SECUR-FIT MAX 127 HIP STEM #10 69WMME, 6052-1035S SECUR-FIT MAX 127 HIP STEM #10 AL8MME and 6052-1240S SECUR-FIT MAX 127 HIP STEM #12 EP4MME

Other devices under the same FDA submission

19 devices cleared under K041170 — 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 50485).

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