The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0064-2020·Announced 2019-10-16

Conformis Recalls iTotal Hip Replacement Stems Due to Packaging Error

Conformis, Inc. is recalling two iTotal Hip Replacement femoral stems because sizes 13 and 15 were packed in each other's packaging.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a high-risk medical device where a packaging error could lead to the implantation of an incorrect size, representing a risk of harm even though no injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Conformis, Inc. is recalling two iTotal Hip Replacement System femoral stems, specifically Model HBS-033-0013-020101, Size 13 Hip-Patient Specific Stem Right. The recall involves one unit of the product.

The recall was initiated because two femoral stems, sizes 13 and 15, were erroneously switched and packed in each other's packaging. This packaging error could lead to the implantation of an incorrect stem size for a patient.

The affected products were distributed to consignees in Maryland and Nevada. The source text does not specify the number of patients affected or report any injuries or illnesses. Consumers and healthcare providers should verify the packaging and product size against the surgical plan before use.

The recalled product

Product
iTotal Hip Replacement System, Model HBS-033-0013-020101, Size 13 Hip-Patient Specific Stem Right
Manufacturer
Conformis, Inc.
Affected units
1

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • 0447621

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by Conformis, Inc. under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 2 products in this recall →