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Signature Orthopedics Pty Limited recalls Signature Ceramic Femoral Head. Model Number: 111-152-621. The Signature ceramic femoral heads are manufactured by Cera
Recalled March 14, 2018 · FDA recall Z-0920-2018 · Signature Orthopedics Pty
Hazard
This recall has been identified due to the batch being mislabeled, with the packaged component's size not corresponding to the label. Therefore, the product intended to be used for the procedure may not be included in the packaging resulting in surgical delay as replacement product is retrieved. · FDA Class II
Units
10
Sold at
Worldwide Distribution - U.S. Nationwide and the country of Australia.
Description
This recall has been identified due to the batch being mislabeled, with the packaged component's size not corresponding to the label. Therefore, the product intended to be used for the procedure may not be included in the packaging resulting in surgical delay as replacement product is retrieved.
Product
Signature Ceramic Femoral Head. Model Number: 111-152-621. The Signature ceramic femoral heads are manufactured by Ceramtec from 72-75% Al2O3+24-26% Z3O3 (Biolox Delta). The heads connect via a 12/14 taper to the stem trunnion, and articulates against the crosslinked UHMWPE liner within the Logical Acetabular Cups. Product Usage: Components of the Signature Orthopaedics hip replacement range are intended to replace a hip joint where bone stock is sufficient to support the implant. When a surgeon has selected prosthetic replacement as the preferred treatment, the devices are indicated for: ¿ Non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis or avascular necrosis ¿ Inflammatory joint disease including rheumatoid arthritis ¿ Correction of functional deformity including congenital hip dysplasia ¿ Traumatic injury involving the hip joint including traumatic arthritis or femoral head or neck fracture ¿ Failed previous hip surgery including internal fixation or joint fusion, reconstruction, hemiarthroplasty, surface replacement, or total replacement
Manufacturer(s)
Signature Orthopedics Pty Limited
Made in
Australia
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →