Device evidence

device-recall:cfres:160913

Alteon HA Femoral Stem, Press-Fit, Extended Offset, Cementless, HA Coated, Collared, Size 5 All Exactech Hip Systems are indicated for use in skeletally mature individuals undergoing primary surgery for hip replacement due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteonecrosis, post-traumatic degenerative problems of the hip, and for treatment of proximal femoral fractures where prosthetic replacement is determined by the surgeon as the preferred treatment. Components of Exactech Hip Systems are also potentially indicated for ankylosing spondylitis, congenital hip dysplasia, revision of failed previous reconstructions where sufficient bone stock is present, and to restore mobility resulting from previous fusion. Exactech Alteon HA femoral stems are intended for press-fit fixation.

Official recall number

Z-0538-2018

Evidence summary

Product code: MEH
Recall status: Terminated
Event initiated: October 09, 2017
Root cause: Error in labeling
Source snapshot: 5482458777762b1480c71ac49b2913b9c7984bb55aac66a4315d018da7cfed2c
Product: Z-0538-2018