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Zimmer, Inc. recalls 12/14 Neck Taper 00789504001 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm -3.5 00789504002 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40m

Recalled October 10, 2012 · FDA recall Z-2478-2012 · Zimmer

Hazard
Complaints have been received reporting sub-optimal fit between provisional femoral heads (VerSys and MIS) and the mating components (ie stems and provisional femoral necks), in some cases alleging the fit was too loose and in other cases, alleging the fit was too tight. Intraoperative dislodging of the provisional head and the provisional head being left in-vivo after separating from mating comp · FDA Class II
Units
231,641
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Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and internationally to Canada, Mexico, South America, Europe, Puerto Rico, China, and Korea.

Description

Complaints have been received reporting sub-optimal fit between provisional femoral heads (VerSys and MIS) and the mating components (ie stems and provisional femoral necks), in some cases alleging the fit was too loose and in other cases, alleging the fit was too tight. Intraoperative dislodging of the provisional head and the provisional head being left in-vivo after separating from mating comp

Product
12/14 Neck Taper 00789504001 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm -3.5 00789504002 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm +0 00789504003 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm +3.5 00789504004 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm +7 00789504005 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm +10.5 The provisional heads replicate final femoral implant geometry and are used to trial range of motion, joint stability, and determine appropriate femoral head size and offset during total hip arthroplasty.
Manufacturer(s)
Zimmer, Inc.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov