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TRIDENT UNIVERSAL IMPACTOR/POSITIONER
- Starting date:
- August 19, 2016
- Type of communication:
- Medical Device Recall
- Subcategory:
- Medical Device
- Hazard classification:
- Type II
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Medical Devices
- Audience:
- General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
- Identification number:
- RA-60084
Affected Products
TRIDENT UNIVERSAL IMPACTOR/POSITIONER
Reason
Manufacturer has received reports of the thread length protruding past the dome of the acetabular trial or implant. It was determined that the press fit between the threaded stud and the handle shaft assembly for the Trident Universal Impactor/Positioner (p/n: 2101-0200) may lead to the gradual protrusion of the threaded stud over time.
Affected products
TRIDENT UNIVERSAL IMPACTOR/POSITIONER
Lot or serial number
More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.
Model or catalog number
2101-0200
Companies
- Manufacturer
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Howmedica Osteonics Corporation
325 Corporate Drive
Mahwah
New Jersey
UNITED STATES