MicroPort Orthopedics recalls Profemur Plasma Z Classic Stem Size 7 with missing plasma-spray coating. This could lead to improper fixation in hip replacements. Affected units have specific catalog and lot numbers.
One manufacturing lot is missing the plasma-spray coating in the proximal region of the stem body.
MicroPort Orthopedics is recalling Profemur Plasma Z Classic Stem Size 7 hip implants due to a missing plasma-spray coating in one manufacturing lot. This could cause improper fixation of the implant, potentially leading to complications after surgery.
The missing plasma-spray coating in the proximal region of the stem body could lead to improper fixation of the implant. This might cause the implant to move or loosen over time, potentially causing complications after surgery.
Patients who received a Profemur Plasma Z Classic Stem Size 7 hip implant with the specific catalog number PHAPCLS7 and lot number 1903727 are affected. Those with hip replacements using this model are most at risk.
Check for the catalog number PHAPCLS7 and lot number 1903727 on the implant. The expiration date is November 24, 2029, and the UDI/DI number is 00192629112773.
Look for the catalog number PHAPCLS7 and lot number 1903727 on the implant.
The recall is for a missing plasma-spray coating in one manufacturing lot, which could lead to improper implant fixation. However, the hazard level is low risk as the remedy does not require immediate action.
Check for the catalog number PHAPCLS7 and lot number 1903727 on the implant. The expiration date is November 24, 2029, and the UDI/DI number is 00192629112773.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so no action is required. Contact MicroPort Orthopedics for further guidance if you have concerns.
We’ve drafted a message you can send MicroPort Orthopedics to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1225-2022 — MicroPort Orthopedics MicroPort Orthopedics Hello, I own a MicroPort Orthopedics that is covered by recall Z-1225-2022 from MicroPort Orthopedics. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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