DePuy recalls Salvage Knee implants because it may not accommodate physiologic loads

DePuy Orthopaedics LPS Diaphyseal Sleeve: Class I Recall - Taper Connection May Not Accommodate Physiologic Loads (FDA Recall Notice)
AUDIENCE: Orthopedics, Surgery, Risk Manager
ISSUE: FDA notified healthcare professionals of a Class I recall of the LPS Diaphyseal Sleeve. The LPS Diaphyseal Sleeve to Diaphyseal Sleeve Base taper connection may not be sufficient to accommodate potential physiologic loads that may be transferred to the junction during normal gait activities by some patients. This may result in fracture of the sleeve at the taper joint which may also lead to loss of function or ...