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Terminated

Medacta Quadra Trial Broach size 0 part # 01.10.10.045, for use with the Medacta Total Hip Prosthesis System. Product Usage - used to broach the intramedullary canal of the femur in order to create space for the femoral stem during a hip replacement surgery.

FDA Recall Z-0791-2013 · Posted 2013-02-07

Recalling FirmMedacta Usa Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeMEH
Date Initiated2012-12-17
Date Terminated2013-02-07
Product Quantity26 pieces U.S.A. (226 pieces Worldwide)

Reason for Recall

The tip of the Quadra Trial Broach size 0, broke during a surgery.

Firm Action

Medacta sent a Urgent Safety Notification letter dated December 13, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identified the recalled product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to check inventory for affected product and contact [email protected] for an RMA# to return items to Medacta USA. A new version of the recalled product will be provided to all affected customers. For questions call 805-437-7085 x26.

Root Cause

Device Design

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide Distribution including the states of Arizona, California, Idaho, Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, Utah, Washington and US Virgin Islands

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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