FDA Recall Open, Classified

OPTETRAK Three Peg Patella, Item Numbers: a) 200-02-26, 26MM; b) 200-02-29, 29MM; c) 200-02-32, 32MM; d) 200-02-35, 35MM; e) 200-02-38, 38MM; f) 200-02-41, 41MM;

Recall: Z-2155-2024 · Initiated April 18, 2024

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2155-2024
Event Number
94409
Firm
Exactech, Inc.
FEI Number
1038671
Product Code
JWH
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Initiated
April 18, 2024
Posted
June 18, 2024
Address
2320 Nw 66th Ct, Gainesville, FL, 32653-1630

Description

OPTETRAK Three Peg Patella, Item Numbers: a) 200-02-26, 26MM; b) 200-02-29, 29MM; c) 200-02-32, 32MM; d) 200-02-35, 35MM; e) 200-02-38, 38MM; f) 200-02-41, 41MM;

Reason

Exactech is recalling all affected UHMWPE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) knee patella components packaged in out of specification vacuum bags.

Action

Exactech issued an URGENT VOLUNTARY MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL to its sales representatives on 04/12/2024. The notice explained the issue with the device, clinical impact (risk), and requested the following: Actions to be Taken " Review this notification thoroughly. " Immediately discontinue use and quarantine any affected product. " Send all affected product back to Exactech as outlined in the attached Recall Confirmation Form . The firm notified the surgeons, hospitals, and healthcare professionals on 04/18/2024. That notice also explained the issue, clinical impact (risk) and requested the following: Actions to be Taken " Review this notification thoroughly. " Immediately discontinue use and quarantine any affected product. " Contact your Exactech Representative. Your local agent will help determine if you have any remaining affected product and remove from your inventory.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution.