Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2644-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Exactech, Inc. |
| Report date | Jul 5, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | May 22, 2017 |
| Quantity | 477 |
| Location | Gainesville, FL, United States |
Official product description
Exactech 1.5" Novation Calcar Planer Guide Tip To assist the surgeon in the implantation of Novation hip system components according to a conventional technique for total hip replacement. Specifically, these instruments are reusable, surgically invasive, and intended for transient use. ech 1.5" Novation Calcar Planer Guide Tip
Why the product was recalled
The firm determined that the labeling (surgical technique) should be updated to clarify the proper technique and instrumentation to perform calcar planing to the bone, i.e., to include a caution statement about the potential for instrument breakage if bending or torsional forces are applied.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) Distribution including Puerto Rico and to the states of : AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MN, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, Hawaii., and to the countries of : Argentina, Australia, Austria, Brazil, China, Colombia, France, Germany, Guatemala, India, Italy, Japan, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, and United Kingdom
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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