CONSERVE, TOTAL A-CLASS HEAD W/BFH TECH., REF 38AM-3604, O.D. Size: 36mm, Neck Length: -3.5mm, Taper: SLT, Sterile R, 1 each, Rx only, Wright Medical Technology, Inc., 5677 Airline, Road, Arlington, TN 38002. The CONSERVE Total Femoral Head is indicated for use in total hip arthroplasty for reduction of relief of pain and/or improved hip function in skeletally mature patients.

Wright Medical Technology, Inc. notified hospitals, surgeons and their distributors of the recall situation via an "Urgent: Medical Device Voluntary Recall" notice dated May 14, 2009 explaining the problem, the hazard involved and requesting confirmation that the product was removed from their inventory. The letter included a "Fax Back" response page to ensure the receipt of the notice. For further questions, contact Wright Medical Technologies, Inc. at 1-800-874-5630.