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Terminated

GMK Hinge knee prosthesis; Model Number: 02.09.TA410; Orthopedics and Orthopedic Surgery

FDA Recall Z-0275-2016 · Posted 2015-11-14

Recalling FirmMedacta Usa
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeKRO
Date Initiated2015-04-17
Date Terminated2017-01-05
Product Quantity4 units (US)

Reason for Recall

Incorrect parts: Packages of the GMK Hinge Tibial Augmentation size 4-10 mm have 5 mm screws instead of 10 mm screws.

Firm Action

On 4/16/15 all distributors with recalled product were immediately notified of the recall by phone. On 4/20/15, all distributors were further notified of the recall via email. The URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL letter dated 4/17/2015 the firm described the initiation of a recall for regarding the GMK HINGE Tibial Augmentation Size 4-10mm Reference 02.09TA410 / Lot 145129. The firm provided the following recall actions to be performed: 1.Check your inventory for the device listed above. If you find it, IMMEDIATELY place it in quarantine and DO NOT use it in surgery. 2.If you have further distributed this device to other customers please notify me and initiate their return to Medacta USA. 3.We will provide you with an update on a replacement within the next few days. The firm also provided a contact for customers requiring additional information. Mike Loiterman Director of Regulatory, Quality and Compliance Medacta USA Phone: 312548-9971Fax: [email protected]

Root Cause

Employee error

Distribution Pattern

Distributed in the states of IL, OH and UT, and the countries of in Austria, Spain, Australia, France and Switzerland.

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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