DePuy ATTUNE Revision Knee Implant Recall: Possible Burrs on Extraction Hole Threads

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Recalling firmDePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.700 Orthopaedic Dr, N/A · Warsaw, IN 46582-3994

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What happened, in plain English

DePuy is recalling specific knee implants that may have burrs on the extraction hole threads. These burrs could cause complications when the implant needs to be removed later. Affected units have specific lot numbers and catalog codes.

Why it’s dangerous

Burs on the extraction hole threads could make it harder to remove the implant during surgery. This might lead to complications or require additional procedures if the implant needs to be taken out later.

Who’s affected

Patients who received the ATTUNE Revision CRS Femoral LT SZ 5 Cemented knee implant with lot numbers HC1179 or HC1183 are most at risk. These implants were sold with specific catalog numbers.

How to tell if you have this one

Check your implant's lot numbers: HC1179 or HC1183. The product has catalog number 150440105 and GTIN 10603295042181.

Brand
DePuy
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Implant Lot Numbers
Look for lot numbers HC1179 or HC1183 on your implant packaging or documentation.

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Questions people ask

Do I need to do anything if I have this implant?

The recall does not require immediate action. Check your implant's lot numbers to see if it is affected.

What is the catalog number for this implant?

The catalog number is 150440105.

How can I tell if my implant is affected?

Check for lot numbers HC1179 or HC1183. The product has catalog number 150440105 and GTIN 10603295042181.

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Subject: Recall Z-1703-2018 — DePuy DePuy

Hello,

I own a DePuy that is covered by recall Z-1703-2018 from DePuy.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1703-2018 (April 16, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1703-2018 to see it in context.
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DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. recalls ATTUNE Revision CRS Femoral LT SZ 5 Cemented, Catalog No. 150440105, Femoral Revision Implant, Knee

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