FDA Recall Terminated

Quadra S Offset Broach Handle The offset broach handle is intended to attach to the broaches of different sizes as the surgeon broaches the femoral bone in preparation for the implantation of the femoral stem.

Recall: Z-0267-2013 · Initiated October 13, 2008

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0267-2013
Event Number
53337
Firm
Medacta Usa Inc
FEI Number
3006639916
Product Code
JDI
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
October 13, 2008
Posted
November 8, 2012
Terminated
November 9, 2012
Address
4725 Calle Quetzal, Unit B, Camarillo, CA, 93012-9101

Description

Quadra S Offset Broach Handle The offset broach handle is intended to attach to the broaches of different sizes as the surgeon broaches the femoral bone in preparation for the implantation of the femoral stem.

Reason

Medacta USA Inc has initiated a recall on the Quadra S Offset Broach Handle because of the potential of the rivet that locks the metallic wire to the lever may become loose during a surgery and make it impossible to lock/unlock the broaches.

Action

Medacta USA, sent a Urgent Safety Notification letter dated October 13, 2008, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customers. The letter informed the customers of the lot numbers on recall and the reference numbers. The recall was initiated because the offset broach handles contain a lever mechanism that is connected to the locking axis by means of a metallic wire. The rivet that locks the metallic wire to the lever may become loose during a surgery and make it impossible to lock/unlock the broaches. For further questions please call (858) 705-0350.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution -- US including the states of Texas, Nevada and Colorado., and the country of Belgium.

Quantity

12 units