ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-0072-2008 ยท MEH Prosthesis, Hip, Semi-Constrained, Uncemented, Metal / Polymer, Non-Porous, Calcium Phosphate

Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

Trident PSL HA Cluster Acetabular Shell; Arc Deposited HA Coated Cluster Screw Holes. Hip prosthesis component. Howmedica Osteonics Corp. 325 Corporate Drive; Mahwah, NJ 07430; A subsidiary of Stryker Corp. Sterile, Made in USA.

DateOct 25, 2007 (initiated Aug 30, 2007)
StatusTerminated
ReasonStryker Orthopaedics had identified that specific lots of Trident PSL Acetabular shells may have a dimensional discrepancy. The deviation regarding the difference in wall thickness will increase the gap between the shell and liner on one side and will decrease the gap between shell and liner on the opposing side, resulting in interference.
Root causeProcess control
ActionRecall notification letters were sent out on August 30, 2007 with return receipt.
Quantity142 units
DistributionProduct was distributed nationwide and one unit to Brazil.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K983382OSTEONICS HA GENERATION II ACETABULAR COMPONENT SYSTEM
Osteonics Corp., Dec 11, 1998