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FDA-Device2012-07-11Class II

ULTIMA*LX STM,POL 10/12TAP/SZ4 Packaging: The product was packaged within inner and outer PETG blister trays and sealed with coated Tyvek lids. Foam protectors were in direct contact with the stem to help immobilize the product within the package. The sterile barrier system was then packed within a carton and shrink wrapped. Intended Use: The ULTIMA LX Cemented Polished Femoral Hip Stems product are forged CoCr polished cemented stems which are used as part of a total hip arthroplasty.

DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Hazard

DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. is issuing a Field Safety Notice for the LUSTER Cemented Polished Femoral Hip Stems and the ULTIMA LX Cemented Polished Femoral Hip Stems that were implanted with any metal-on-metal (MoM) articulation (including a head of CoCr and an acetabular cup where the cup is of an all metal construction (monoblock or modular)).The LUSTER Cemented Polished Femoral Hip Stems and the U

Sold states
Nationwide Distribution-including the states of CA, CO, IA, NC, OH, TX, WA, WI, and WV.
Affected count
431 ULTIMA LX Cemented Polished Femoral Hip Stems in 78 lots
Manufactured in
700 Orthopaedic Dr, N/A, Warsaw, IN, United States
Products
ULTIMA*LX STM,POL 10/12TAP/SZ4 Packaging: The product was packaged within inner and outer PETG blister trays and sealed with coated Tyvek lids. Foam protectors were in direct contact with the stem to help immobilize the product within the package. The sterile barrier system was then packed within a carton and shrink wrapped. Intended Use: The ULTIMA LX Cemented Polished Femoral Hip Stems product are forged CoCr polished cemented stems which are used as part of a total hip arthroplasty. These stems were indicated for use with all DePuy bearings and acetabular cups.

Official notice

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1909-2012

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