The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0109-2015·Announced 2014-10-29

Signal Medical Recalls Microseal Hip Liners Due to Incorrect Dimensions

Signal Medical Corporation is recalling 12 Microseal Augmented acetabular liners because four units were found to have incorrect dimensions.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which typically corresponds to a moderate severity level where the use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. No injuries or illnesses are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Signal Medical Corporation is recalling 12 units of the Microseal Augmented (20 degrees) Liner, an acetabular liner component made from UHMW polyethylene. The device is intended for use with the Micro-Seal Shell in an uncemented Total Hip Replacement. The recall involves specific sizes 36x52x20 and 36x50x20.

The recall was initiated because incorrect dimensions were detected on four of the liners. The affected devices were distributed only in Missouri. Specific catalog numbers and serial numbers for the recalled units are listed in the official recall notice.

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using the affected devices and contact Signal Medical Corporation for further instructions on replacement or return.

The recalled product

Product
Microseal Augmented (20 degrees) Liner, acetabular liner component made from UHMW polyethylene (ASTM F648). Sizes 36x52x20; and 36x50x20. Device is intended for use with Whiteside Biomechanics, Inc./Signal Medical Corporation Micro-Seal Shell in an uncemented Total Hip Replace
Affected units
12

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 (7)

  • Catalog #: WB-1-1122
  • Size: 36x52x20
  • Serial # B13085 Catalog #. WB-1-1110 Size: 36x50x20
  • Serial # B13099 Catalog # WB-1-1110
  • Size: 36x50x20
  • Serial #: B13105 Catalog # WB-1-1110
  • Serial # B13106

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Same manufacturer · Signal Medical Corporation

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