FDA Device

Profemur R, Revision Hip system, Proximal Body (part), X-Small model, REF: PPW38364, Cementless, Titanium Plasma Spray Coated, Sterile, Rx only Hip implant.

Hazard

The titanium plasma coating was found to have missing fragments.

What You Should Do

Remedy

The firm sent out recall notices to implanting surgeons by letter dated 03/27/2007 (via FedEx) to notify the surgeons of the issue. The hospitals and distributors were also notified of the issue and given instructions for return of the product.

Products

Profemur R, Revision Hip system, Proximal Body (part), X-Small model, REF: PPW38364, Cementless, Titanium Plasma Spray Coated, Sterile, Rx only Hip implant.
Brand
Wright Medical Technology Inc
UPC
Lot Nos.: W09356957, W09358977

Units Affected

18 units