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SOL SYS F 9 CALC L 13.5MM LG Packaging: Product is packed within a poly protector, with protection added as needed for fragile points....

Units Affected
1,732
Recall Date
December 3, 2012
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Other

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0586-2013.

An Engineering Analysis has determined the Solution Calcar Stem has the potential to result in impingement with a variety of heads. This impingement may not allow the stem and head to lock as intended. The amount of possible impingement varies depending on the femoral head. Worst case condition: Calcar stem with -2mm offset articuleze maximum of 0.937mm radial impingement. It is evident that a

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0586-2013.

Recall terminated by FDA.

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  4. If you have experienced a reaction, seek medical care and report it to the FDA via MedWatch.
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Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0586-2013.

DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.

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Depuy Orthopaedics, Inc. Recall FAQ

Depuy Orthopaedics, Inc. is the subject of a medical devices safety report: SOL SYS F 9 CALC L 13.5MM LG Packaging: Product is packed within a poly protector, with protection added as needed for fragile points..... The notice was published on December 3, 2012 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 1,732 units are potentially affected.