ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1314-05 ยท NJL Prosthesis, Knee, Patellofemorotibial, Semi-Constrained, Metal/Polymer, Mobile Bearing

Depuy Orthopaedics, Inc.

Depuy P.F.C. E Knee System, stabilized plus tibial insert; polyethylene tibial insert, Sz 6, 20 mm; Ref 96-2764.

DateAug 12, 2005 (initiated May 26, 2005)
StatusTerminated
ReasonAn incomplete seal on the inner pouch allows exposure to oxygen, which may result in oxidation and would affect long-term performance of the implant.
Root causeOther
Quantity12
DistributionNationwide, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Caguas, Colombia, Ireland, Malaysia, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Singapore, South Africa, Sweden, Uruguay and Venezuela.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

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