FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#146597

Product

Cadence Size 5 Left Tibial Tray Implant, designed to treat ankle arthritis through replacement of the ankle joint with a prosthesis, thereby reducing pain, restoring alignment, and allowing for movement at the replaced joint. Catalog Number: 10207205; Lot Number #QJ0248

FDA product code
HSNProsthesis, Ankle, Semi-Constrained, Cemented, Metal/Polymer
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Orthopedic
510(k) numbers
K151459
Affected lot / code info
Cat No. 10207205, Lot: QJ0248

Why it was recalled

As a result of an internal review of all labeling for the Cadence System, it was determined that the outer package label for the Size 5 Left Tibial Tray Implant reflects the material composition incorrectly. The labeling incorrectly reflects the material as Cobalt Chromium instead of Titanium.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Labeling mix-ups

Action the firm took

On 4/29/16, US consignees were notified by electronic mail delivered by traceable method.

Recalling firm

Firm
Integra LifeSciences Corp.
Address
311 Enterprise Dr, Plainsboro, New Jersey 08536-3344

Distribution

Distribution pattern
NC and PA

Timeline

Recall initiated
2016-04-29
Terminated
2016-10-19
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #146597. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.