The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0775-2020·Announced 2020-01-15

Medacta Shoulder Implant Recall Due to Screw Insertion Limitation

Medacta USA Inc. is recalling specific lots of Humeral Anatomical Cementless Metaphysis implants because a dimensional condition may limit the insertion of the locking screw.

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 medical device with a functional defect that could limit the secure locking of the implant, representing a risk of harm where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Medacta USA Inc. is recalling 207 units of the Medacta Shoulder SYSTEM HUMERAL ANATOMICAL METAPHYSIS, reference numbers 04.01.0023 through 04.01.0055, in all sizes. The recall covers specific lot numbers distributed nationwide in Kentucky, New Jersey, Illinois, South Carolina, California, Texas, Idaho, Arkansas, and Ohio.

The recall was initiated because certain lot numbers have a dimensional condition that could limit the insertion of the screw used to lock the metaphysis to the humeral diaphysis. The Medacta Anatomic Shoulder Prosthesis is indicated for the treatment of humeral fractures and for primary or revision total shoulder replacement in patients with an intact or reparable rotator cuff shoulder joint, severe arthropathy, or a previously failed joint replacement.

Healthcare providers and patients who have received these specific implants should contact Medacta USA Inc. or their healthcare provider for instructions on how to proceed. The source text does not report any illnesses or injuries associated with this recall.

The recalled product

Product
Medacta Shoulder SYSTEM HUMERAL ANATOMICAL METAPHYSIS, REF 04.01.0023 through 04.01.0055, all sizes - Product Usage: The Medacta Anatomic Shoulder Prosthesis is indicated for treatment of humeral fractures and for primary or revision total shoulder replacement in patients with an
Manufacturer
Medacta Usa Inc
Affected units
207

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 9 states specifically: