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Z-0867-2007

Profemur R, Revision Hip system, Proximal Body (part), X-Small model, REF: PPW38364, Cementless, Titanium...

Wright Medical Technology Inc / initiated 2007-03-27 / Terminated

Wright Medical Technology Inc began a recall of Profemur R, Revision Hip system, Proximal Body (part), X-Small model, REF: PPW38364, Cementless, Titanium Plasma Spray Coated, Sterile, Rx only Hip implant on . The reason FDA records is "The titanium plasma coating was found to have missing fragments". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0867-2007
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Wright Medical Technology Inc
Product
Profemur R, Revision Hip system, Proximal Body (part), X-Small model, REF: PPW38364, Cementless, Titanium Plasma Spray Coated, Sterile, Rx only Hip implant.
Product code
LZO Prosthesis, Hip, Semi-Constrained, Metal/Ceramic/Polymer, Cemented Or Non-Porous, Uncemented
Reason for recall
The titanium plasma coating was found to have missing fragments.
FDA root cause
Other
Action
The firm sent out recall notices to implanting surgeons by letter dated 03/27/2007 (via FedEx) to notify the surgeons of the issue. The hospitals and distributors were also notified of the issue and given instructions for return of the product.
Quantity in commerce
18 units
Distribution
Nationwide, Puerto Rico, & Japan
Product codes and lots
Lot Nos.: W09356957, W09358977