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[Recalled] Altrx" Altralinked" Polyethylene liners Description: An acetabular liner is one of the implants used during total hip arthroplasty to replace the damaged hip joint to help increase patient mobility and to reduce pain. Packagin

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Recall details

ProductAltrx" Altralinked" Polyethylene liners Description: An acetabular liner is one of the implants used during total hip arthroplasty to replace the damaged hip joint to help increase patient mobility and to reduce pain. Packaging: Product is placed into a PETG tray, sealed with a Tyvek lid. This is
Brand / manufacturerDePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Categorydevice
Issuing authorityFDA_DEVICE
ReferenceZ-2220-2012
Country of noticeUnited States
Risk levelClass II
Hazard typerecall
Notice date24 July 2012

Why it was recalled

According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: In the recalled lot, the products were not machined according to the production router, a size 52 cup (122136052) was machined instead. This resulted in a size 52 liner being etched and labeled as a size 54 liner.

This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.

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