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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

The GMK knee system: designed for cemented use in total knee arthroplasty. Sphere and Primary Inserts with part number ranges: 02.12.0110FL - 02.12.0620FL; 02.12.0110FR - 02.12.0620FR; 02.07.0110PSF - 02.07.0620PSF

Z-0266-2018

October 24, 2017

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Medacta Usa Inc
Event
Event 78401
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
12,768 units
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0266-2018

Official wording

Reason: Medacta has observed a worldwide occurrence rate of post-operative insert screw back-out of approximately 0.1%. For this reason, we stress the importance of using the 3.5 Nm torque limiting driver if the screw is used, as directed in our surgical techniques.

Code information: all serial numbers

Distribution pattern: nationwide

Derived failure modes

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    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Medacta has observed a worldwide occurrence rate of post-operative insert screw back-out of approximately 0.1%. For this reason, we stress the importance of using the 3.5 Nm torque limiting driver if the screw is used, as directed in our surgical techniques.