Zimmer recalls modular hip system because of manufacturing debris

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ZIMMER RECALLS M/L TAPER HIP STEMS AND NECKS (Orthopedics This Week)
On June 8, 2015, Zimmer Inc. initiated a Class I Recall of its M/L Taper with Kinectiv Technology Femoral Stems and Necks.
Manufacturing Residue
Due to a process monitoring failure, higher-than-expected amounts of manufacturing residues were left on the devices made from March 31, 2015 through April 20, 2015. The residues can cause "serious adverse health issues including allergic reactions, pain, infections, or death. Use of these products may require the need for a revision surgery to replace the affected implant," accordin...

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