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Tibial baseplate,cemented,#1 2203-3010 Tibial baseplate,cemented,#2 2203-3020 Tibial baseplate,...

FDA Device Recall #Z-1379-2013 — Class II — February 20, 2013

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1379-2013
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated February 20, 2013
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Orthopedic Alliance LLC
Location Murrieta, CA
Product Type Devices
Quantity 459 units

Product Description

Tibial baseplate,cemented,#1 2203-3010 Tibial baseplate,cemented,#2 2203-3020 Tibial baseplate,cemented,#3 2203-3030 Tibial baseplate,cemented,#4 2203-3040 Tibial baseplate, cemented, #5 2203-3050 Tibial baseplate, cemented, #6 2203-3060 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#1,9mm 2303-1211 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#1,11mm 2303-1212 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#1,13mm 2303-1213 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#1,15mm 2303-1214 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#1,18mm 2303-1215 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#2,9mm 2303-1221 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#2,11mm 2303-1222 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#2,13mm 2303-1223 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#2,15mm 2303-1224 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#2,18mm 2303-1225 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#3,9mm 2303-1231 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#3,11mm 2303-1232 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#3,13mm 2303-1233 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#3,15mm 2303-1234 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#3,18mm 2303-1235 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#4,9mm 2303-1241 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#4,11mm 2303-1242 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#4,13mm 2303-1243 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#4,15mm 2303-1244 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#4,18mm 2303-1245 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#5,9mm 2303-1251 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#5,11mm 2303-1252 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#5,13mm 2303-1253 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#5,15mm 2303-1254 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#5,18mm 2303-1255 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#6,9mm 2303-1261 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#6,11mm 2303-1262 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#6,13mm 2303-1263 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#6,15mm 2303-1264 Tibial insert,CR,plained,#6,18mm 2303-1265 Tibial insert, PS , #1, 9mm 2303-3011 Tibial insert, PS , #1, 11mm 2303-3012 Tibial insert, PS , #1, 13mm 2303-3013 Tibial insert, PS , #1, 15mm 2303-3014 Tibial insert, PS , #1, 18mm 2303-3015 Tibial insert, PS , #2, 9mm 2303-3021 Tibial insert, PS , #2, 11mm 2303-3022 Tibial insert, PS , #2, 13mm 2303-3023 Tibial insert, PS , #2, 15mm 2303-3024 Tibial insert, PS , #2, 18mm 2303-3025 Tibial insert, PS , #3, 9mm 2303-3031 Tibial insert, PS , #3, 11mm 2303-3032 Tibial insert, PS , #3, 13mm 2303-3033 Tibial insert, PS , #3, 15mm 2303-3034 Tibial insert, PS , #3, 18mm 2303-3035 Tibial insert, PS , #4, 9mm 2303-3041 Tibial insert, PS , #4, 11mm 2303-3042 Tibial insert, PS , #4, 13mm 2303-3043 Tibial insert, PS , #4, 15mm 2303-3044 Tibial insert, PS , #4, 18mm 2303-3045 Tibial insert, PS , #5, 9mm 2303-3051 Tibial insert, PS , #5, 11mm 2303-3052 Tibial insert, PS , #5, 13mm 2303-3053 Tibial insert, PS , #5, 15mm 2303-3054 Tibial insert, PS , #5, 18mm 2303-3055 Tibial insert, PS , #6, 9mm 2303-3061 Tibial insert, PS , #6, 11mm 2303-3062 Tibial insert, PS , #6, 13mm 2303-3063 Tibial insert, PS , #6, 15mm 2303-3064 Tibial insert, PS , #6, 18mm 2303-3065 Variety of hip and knee implants and instruments, multiple uses.

Reason for Recall

The recall of the Loaner Bin and Sterilization Trays for implants and instruments was initiated by Orthopedic Alliance because the directions for use and surgical techniques were not being provided to every physician and for every surgery.

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide Distribution including the states of CA, MD, TX, NV, and WI.

Lot / Code Information

Catalog No. 2203-3010 2203-3020 2203-3030 2203-3040 2203-3050 2203-3060 2303-1211 2303-1212 2303-1213 2303-1214 2303-1215 2303-1221 2303-1222 2303-1223 2303-1224 2303-1225 2303-1231 2303-1232 2303-1233 2303-1234 2303-1235 2303-1241 2303-1242 2303-1243 2303-1244 2303-1245 2303-1251 2303-1252 2303-1253 2303-1254 2303-1255 2303-1261 2303-1262 2303-1263 2303-1264 2303-1265 2303-3011 2303-3012 2303-3013 2303-3014 2303-3015 2303-3021 2303-3022 2303-3023 2303-3024 2303-3025 2303-3031 2303-3032 2303-3033 2303-3034 2303-3035 2303-3041 2303-3042 2303-3043 2303-3044 2303-3045 2303-3051 2303-3052 2303-3053 2303-3054 2303-3055 2303-3061 2303-3062 2303-3063 2303-3064 2303-3065

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.

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