[Recalled] Link OptiStem Rasp Handle-Used with the OptiStem Rasp to prepare the femoral medullary canal for a knee prosthesis implant during a total knee arthroplasty surgical procedure Item Number: 17-5220/01 — A crack in the weld of the
The product on this page is subject to an official recall. We summarise the regulator's findings and the recommended action.
Recall details
| Product | Link OptiStem Rasp Handle-Used with the OptiStem Rasp to prepare the femoral medullary canal for a knee prosthesis implant during a total knee arthroplasty surgical procedure Item Number: 17-5220/01 |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Waldemar Link GmbH & Co. KG (Mfg Site) |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-2481-2023 |
| Country of notice | Germany |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 26 July 2023 |
| EAN / barcode | 04026575284658 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: A crack in the weld of the rasp handle may lead to a fracture of the frontal sleeve when the rasp is further impacted or extracted. The rasp remains intact. The rasp would need to be pulled out by a clamp leading to a prolongation of surgery or modified surgery
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in Germany 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.
Read the full official notice →
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