FDA Recall Terminated

Depuy P.F.C. E Knee System, stabilized plus tibial insert (STAB PLUS); polyethylene tibial insert, Sz 2, 10 mm; Ref 96-2710.

Recall: Z-1362-05 · Initiated May 26, 2005

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1362-05
Event Number
32192
Firm
Depuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
FEI Number
1818910
Product Code
NJL
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
May 26, 2005
Posted
August 12, 2005
Terminated
December 2, 2005
Address
700 Orthopaedic Dr, Warsaw, IN, 46582-3994

Description

Depuy P.F.C. E Knee System, stabilized plus tibial insert (STAB PLUS); polyethylene tibial insert, Sz 2, 10 mm; Ref 96-2710.

Reason

An incomplete seal on the inner pouch allows exposure to oxygen, which may result in oxidation and would affect long-term performance of the implant.

Distribution

Nationwide, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Caguas, Colombia, Ireland, Malaysia, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Singapore, South Africa, Sweden, Uruguay and Venezuela.

Quantity

36