U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Hip Metal/Polymer Semi-Constrained Porous Uncemented Prosthesis - Product Code LPH
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Manufacturing material may be present on the surface of the implant.
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An Urgent: Device Recall letter, dated 8/3/2009, was issued to consignees. The letter identified the affected product, stated the reason for the recall, the clinical implications (risks to health), and actions to be taken. Customers are to locate any unused devices and quarantine them immediately, carry out a physical count of affected product and record the data on the Return Certification Form included with the letter, and fax a copy of the completed form back to Zimmer, Inc. at 574-372-4265. Customers are to return the recalled product along with the completed Inventory Return Certification Form. A "Dear Surgeon" letter will be issued to any hospitals where the devices have been implanted.