French data is current through early September 2018. All of the data comes from L’Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé (ANSM), except for the categories Manufacturer Parent Company and Product Classification.
The Parent Company and the Product Classification were added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records. The device classification information comes from FDA’s Product Classification by Review Panel, based on matches of recall data from the U.S. and France.
Notas adicionales en la data
Acción
The ANSM has been informed of the implementation of a lot withdrawal carried out by ZIMMER INC. The users concerned have received the attached mail (10/06/2015) (90 KB). This safety action is registered with the ANSM under the number 201506916. You will be able to consult its status on the Directory of Materiovigilance Reports (01/01/1970) (0 ko) by entering this registration number.
French data is current through early September 2018. All of the data comes from L’Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé (ANSM), except for the categories Manufacturer Parent Company and Product Classification.
The Parent Company and the Product Classification were added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records. The device classification information comes from FDA’s Product Classification by Review Panel, based on matches of recall data from the U.S. and France.
Notas adicionales en la data
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ANSM has been informed of the implementation of a lot withdrawal carried out by MICROPORT ORTHOPEDICS. The users concerned have received the attached mail (27/08/2015) (673 KB). This security action is registered at ANSM under the number 201510797. You will be able to check its status on the Directory of Materiovigilance Reports by entering this registration number.
French data is current through early September 2018. All of the data comes from L’Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé (ANSM), except for the categories Manufacturer Parent Company and Product Classification.
The Parent Company and the Product Classification were added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records. The device classification information comes from FDA’s Product Classification by Review Panel, based on matches of recall data from the U.S. and France.
Notas adicionales en la data
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The ANSM has been informed of the implementation of a product withdrawal action carried out by the company MICROPORT ORTHOPEDICS .. The users concerned have received the attached mail (21/07/2016) (539 KB). This safety action is registered with the ANSM under the number R1605237.
French data is current through early September 2018. All of the data comes from L’Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé (ANSM), except for the categories Manufacturer Parent Company and Product Classification.
The Parent Company and the Product Classification were added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records. The device classification information comes from FDA’s Product Classification by Review Panel, based on matches of recall data from the U.S. and France.
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The ANSM has been informed of the implementation of a product withdrawal action carried out by Greatbatch Medical. The users concerned have received the attached mail (24/08/2016) (148 KB). This safety action is registered with the ANSM under the number R1607499.
French data is current through early September 2018. All of the data comes from L’Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé (ANSM), except for the categories Manufacturer Parent Company and Product Classification.
The Parent Company and the Product Classification were added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records. The device classification information comes from FDA’s Product Classification by Review Panel, based on matches of recall data from the U.S. and France.
Notas adicionales en la data
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The ANSM has been informed of the implementation of a lot withdrawal action carried out by the company BIOMET. The users concerned have received the attached mail (10/03/2017) (317 KB). This safety action is registered with the ANSM under the number R1702472.
French data is current through early September 2018. All of the data comes from L’Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé (ANSM), except for the categories Manufacturer Parent Company and Product Classification.
The Parent Company and the Product Classification were added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records. The device classification information comes from FDA’s Product Classification by Review Panel, based on matches of recall data from the U.S. and France.
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ANSM has been informed of the implementation of a recall made by Stryker. The users concerned have received the attached mail. (04/06/2013) (70 KB)
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Analysis of returned complaint devices, product in inventory, and device manufacturing records has identified tool marks isolated to one specific machining mill to be the cause of the fractures. .
Acción
Zimmer sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated November 2014 to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to review the notification and ensure affected personnel were aware of the contents. Customers were advised to quarantine any affected product and notify their Zimmer sales representative who will remove the recalled product from their facility. For patients who previously had this product implanted, it is recommended that they continue their normal operative follow up routine. Customers with questions were instructed to call 1-877-946-2761.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Probe - Product Code HXB
Causa
During cleaning, two separate units of the nexgen tibial base plates did not fit with the tibial base plate handle.
Acción
Zimmer, Inc. sent recall letters/ hospital risk managers emails and letters via courier service on December 2, 2014. Inventory Return Certification Forms were also provided. Your responsibilities are:
1. Locate all products from the identified lot above and quarantine them immediately.
2. Carry out a physical count of all affected product in your territory and complete the Inventory Return Certification Form (Attachment 1), and email a completed copy of Attachment 1 to corporatequality.postmarket@zimmer.com.
3. Return the recalled product along with the completed Inventory Return Certification Form (Attachment 1) to the specified address.
4. Please note that any hospitals that received direct shipments of this product from Zimmer will be sent a copy of the Risk Manager letter directly.
5. Please notify Zimmer of any hospitals that you have further distributed the affected product to. Supply the information for any hospitals that you have identified, as well as the affected surgeons using the provided spreadsheet template. Zimmer will notify the additional surgeons and hospitals you identify via Fed Ex mailing. The template will be emailed to you for completion and return to corporatequality.postmarket@zimmer.com.
6. Ensure that a copy of the Risk Managers letter is left with the facilities from which product is removed by providing them with a copy of the letter, if they are not identified as a facility receiving a letter directly from Zimmer.
7. If after reviewing this notification you have further questions or concerns please call the customer call center at 1-877-946-2761 between 8:00 am and 5:00pm EST.
Biomet emailed a new letter with correct distribution dates on 1/16/2015.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Fully threaded taper post fixation components not cleared for marketing in the us with current indications.
Acción
Arthosurface sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter on November 24, 2014 via UPS, to all affected customers. The letter informed consignees of the recall and asked them to return two completed forms, 1. Acknowledgement & Receipt Form and 2. Inventory Record via fax, email, or mail. Customers with questions were instcted to contact their local sales representatiave or email RA@arthrosurface.com. For questions regarding this recall call 508-528-4604.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Fully threaded taper post fixation components not cleared for marketing in the us with current indications.
Acción
Arthosurface sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter on November 24, 2014 via UPS, to all affected customers. The letter informed consignees of the recall and asked them to return two completed forms, 1. Acknowledgement & Receipt Form and 2. Inventory Record via fax, email, or mail. Customers with questions were instcted to contact their local sales representatiave or email RA@arthrosurface.com. For questions regarding this recall call 508-528-4604.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
One lot of instruments have etched on the yoke of the pedicle screw a laser marking size of 7.5 x 55mm instead of 5.5 x 55mm as described on the product label.
Acción
The firm, X-spine Systems, Inc., sent an "Urgent Medical Device Recall" letter dated March 19, 2015 to their customers. The letter describes the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to notify affected hospital and surgeon of the recall immediately; complete the attached Medical Device Recall Return Response Form and return it with any affected product in inventory to X-Spine Systems immediately via mail: 725 Alexandersville Road, Miamisburg OH 45342-RMA #5288; and No action should be taken with product that has been implanted.
Please contact customer service at 800.903.0640 or email orders@x-spine.com with any questions.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Fully threaded taper post fixation components not cleared for marketing in the us with current indications.
Acción
Arthosurface sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter on November 24, 2014 via UPS, to all affected customers. The letter informed consignees of the recall and asked them to return two completed forms, 1. Acknowledgement & Receipt Form and 2. Inventory Record via fax, email, or mail. Customers with questions were instcted to contact their local sales representatiave or email RA@arthrosurface.com. For questions regarding this recall call 508-528-4604.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Fully threaded taper post fixation components not cleared for marketing in the us with current indications.
Acción
Arthosurface sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter on November 24, 2014 via UPS, to all affected customers. The letter informed consignees of the recall and asked them to return two completed forms, 1. Acknowledgement & Receipt Form and 2. Inventory Record via fax, email, or mail. Customers with questions were instcted to contact their local sales representatiave or email RA@arthrosurface.com. For questions regarding this recall call 508-528-4604.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Fully threaded taper post fixation components not cleared for marketing in the us with current indications.
Acción
Arthosurface sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter on November 24, 2014 via UPS, to all affected customers. The letter informed consignees of the recall and asked them to return two completed forms, 1. Acknowledgement & Receipt Form and 2. Inventory Record via fax, email, or mail. Customers with questions were instcted to contact their local sales representatiave or email RA@arthrosurface.com. For questions regarding this recall call 508-528-4604.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Screw, fixation, bone - Product Code HWC
Causa
Part number: 905620 lot: 824610 gentle threads interference screw 10x25mm round head is mixed with the part number: 905627 lot: 753410 gentle threads interference screw 9x35mm full thread. if the incorrect screw is used various failures may occur which may ultimately lead to revision surgery or a delay in surgery.
Acción
On 6/3/2015, URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL NOTICE notifications were sent to the affected distributors with instructions for locating and returning the affected product. The recall notification included a description of the reason for the recall, affected product, consignee responsibilities, and instructions for responding to the formal recall notification. Questions related to this notice should be directed to (574) 372-1570, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Bone cement - Product Code LOD
Causa
Samples of product from supplier lot 14d0809 and 14d0808 showed little adhesive transfer between the tyvek lid and cavity when opened for internal bone cement cure and pairing tests. visually these samples do not meet the requirements of zwi 43.109 and corresponding visual aid 55-0000-310-01.
Acción
"Urgent Medical Device Recall - Lot Specific" notifications will be sent to the affected distributors, surgeons, and hospital risk managers with instructions for returning the affected product. The letters identified the affected product, reason for recall, risks, and responsibilities. Customers are to complete and return the Inventory Return Certification Form along with the affected product. Questions should be directed to the customer call at 1-800-348-2759.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
The affected lot was supplied by contract manufacturer and are potentially subject to disassociation of the magnet cover. zimmer received one complaint indicating the magnet cover of a persona cemented tibial broach inserter/extractor handle lot 62085420 was missing after broaching the tibia. postoperative radiographs were inspected and the magnet cover was not identified. the investigation indi.
Acción
Notifications will be sent to the affected distributors and hospital risk managers with instructions for returning the affected product the week of December 8, 2014. Recalled product will be quarantined and returned to Zimmer Sales Representatives to be destroyed. The public contact for the recall is: Consumer Relations Call Center
Zimmer, Inc.
P O Box 708
Warsaw, IN 46581-0708
consumer@zimmer.com
Phone: 1-800-447-5633
Fax: 574-371-8755
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Bone Cement - Product Code LOD
Causa
There may be cracks in the blister pack overwrap for the glass ampoule containing the liquid monomer.
Acción
The firm issued recall letter for one lot dated January 21, 2003, but a subsequent letter dated January 21, 2003 expanded the recall to all lots. Customers are instructed to not use the product. They are to either return it to their local distributor, or to mix the cement and properly dispose of it themselves. [This is a hazardous material requiring special shipping methods.]
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Bit, Drill - Product Code HTW
Causa
Certain sterile packed drills with center tip may penetrate the foam and blister resulting in loss of sterility.
Acción
Howmedica sent notification letters and product accountability forms to all branches/agents via FedEx with return receipt. To Hospitals, notifications letters were sent to OR Supervisors via FedEx with return receipts.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Intraoperative orthopedic joint assessment aid - Product Code ONN
Causa
Presence of one inoperable (dead) sensor pad.
Acción
OrthoSensor sent an Recall letter dated December 4, 2014, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer.
Required Action for Users
" Remove the above-referenced serial numbers from your VERASENSE inventory and quarantine.
" Complete the enclosed Customer Response Form.
Actions to be taken by OrthoSensor
" You will be credited for these devices for your full purchase amount. The Returned Materials Authorization (RMA) number for each device in your possession is listed above.
" OrthoSensor will replenish these devices as soon as they are available.
For further questions please call (954) 577-7770.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
After receiving a complaint, biomet orthopedic inc., conducted an investigation which determined that the following parts were mixed up prior to packaging and shipment: sirius polish cemented stem 34b
catalog number: 51-199333, lot number identification: 024320 and sirius polish cemented stem 38c, catalog number: 51-199335, lot number identification: 141680, 180920.
Acción
Sent notices to customers dated 12/2/2014 notifying them of the recall: 5 were implanted, 3 were shipped to subsidiary for testing, and 2 are in Biomet control. Public Contact for the recall is: Audrey Daenzer, Field Action Specialist, Regulatory Compliance audrey.daenzer@biomet.com, can be contacted from Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM, 574-372-1570.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
After receiving a complaint, biomet orthopedic inc., conducted an investigation which determined that the following parts were mixed up prior to packaging and shipment: sirius polish cemented stem 348
catalog number: 51-199333, lot number identification: 024320 and sirius polish cemented stem 38c, catalog number: 51-199335, lot number identification: 141680, 180920.
Acción
Sent notices to customers dated 12/2/2014 notifying them of the recall: 5 were implanted, 3 were shipped to subsidiary for testing, and 2 are in Biomet control. Public Contact for the recall is: Audrey Daenzer, Field Action Specialist, Regulatory Compliance audrey.daenzer@biomet.com, can be contacted from Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM, 574-372-1570.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Intervertebral fusion device with integrated fixation, cervical - Product Code OVE
Causa
A design deficiency was discovered whereby the drill/awl sleeve and spring-loaded drill/awl sleeve instruments ( the
sleeves ) allow the mating drill and awl instruments to penetrate 1.0 mm beyond their intended depths during screw hole preparation.
Acción
The firm, Biomet, sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL NOTICE" letter dated 11/11/2014 to their customers. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to immediately locate and remove from circulation the items consigned/loaned to your account as identified; carefully follow the instructions on the enclosed "Response Form"; complete and return Response Form via fax to 303.501.8444, and if you have further distributed these items to medical facilities, you MUST notify them of the actions.
Questions related to this notice should be directed to the Sr. Quality Engineer at 518-859-3487 Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm ET.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Two complaints reported that the biolox delta ts ceramic femoral articul/eze12/14 36mm +12 head (product code 1365-36-740) did not fit like the trial; the definite hip construct felt loose. the loosening refers to tissue tension and not the taper connection between the femoral head and stem. the investigations found that the small size sleeve (+1.5 femoral head offset) was incorrectly used in the.
Acción
On 11/7/2014, URGENT INFORMATION - RECALL NOTICE notifications were sent to the affected distributors, hospitals, and doctors with instructions for returning the affected product. All distributors were notified via electronic mail, and all hospitals and doctors were notified via sales consultant visit. The recall notification included a description of the reason for the recall, affected product, consignee responsibilities, and instructions for responding to the formal recall notification. For clinical questions from surgeons, please contact DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. Scientific Information Office at 1-888-554-2482 (M-F; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EDT). For questions about device recall information provided, please contact Kim Earle, Recall Coordinator, at 574-371-4917 (M-F; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EDT).