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Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00789503601 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 36mm -3.5 00789503602 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 36mm +0 00789503603
Recalled October 10, 2012 · FDA recall Z-2477-2012 · Zimmer
Hazard
Complaints have been received reporting sub-optimal fit between provisional femoral heads (VerSys and MIS) and the mating components (ie stems and provisional femoral necks), in some cases alleging the fit was too loose and in other cases, alleging the fit was too tight. Intraoperative dislodging of the provisional head and the provisional head being left in-vivo after separating from mating comp · FDA Class II
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Description
Complaints have been received reporting sub-optimal fit between provisional femoral heads (VerSys and MIS) and the mating components (ie stems and provisional femoral necks), in some cases alleging the fit was too loose and in other cases, alleging the fit was too tight. Intraoperative dislodging of the provisional head and the provisional head being left in-vivo after separating from mating comp
Product
00789503601 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 36mm -3.5 00789503602 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 36mm +0 00789503603 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 36mm +3.5 00789503604 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 36mm +7 00789503605 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 36mm +10.5 12/14 Neck Taper The provisional heads replicate final femoral implant geometry and are used to trial range of motion, joint stability, and determine appropriate femoral head size and offset during total hip arthroplasty.
Manufacturer(s)
Zimmer, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →