Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1128-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | United Orthopedic Corporation |
| Report date | Mar 28, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Nov 24, 2017 |
| Quantity | 69 pieces |
| Location | Hsinchu, N/A, Taiwan |
Official product description
U2 Total Knee System Tibial Insert, Posterior Stabilized, #3, 11mm Thick Catalogue number 2303-3032 The U2 Total Knee system is indicated in knee arthroplasty for reduction or relief of pain and/or improved knee function in skeletally mature patients with severe knee pain and disability due to rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, primary and secondary traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis, collagen disorders, avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle or pseudogout, posttraumatic loss of joint configuration, particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy, moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities. This device may also be indicated in the salvage of previously failed surgical attempts if the knee cannot be satisfactorily balanced and stabilized at the time of surgery.
Why the product was recalled
UOC received a customer compliant report from our distributor on October 31, 2017 which stated that contents of the package do not match the product labeling.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution and to the countries of: UK, Iran, Greece, Pakistan, Switzerland, France, China, Taiwan, Italy, Korea and South Africa.
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: E-Mail.
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