# China NMPA Product Recall - Hip prosthesis

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> China NMPA product recall for Hip prosthesis by Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd. published August 02, 2017. Recall level: Level 2 Recall. Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Medical Trading Co., Ltd. initiated a voluntary Class II rec

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## Details

- Record Type: CHINA_PRODUCT_RECALL
- Title: Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd. initiates voluntary recall of hip prostheses.
- Company Name: Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd.
- Publication Date: 2017-08-02
- Product Name: Hip prosthesis
- Recall Level: Level 2 Recall
- Recall Reason: The sterilization packaging of the products may have a potential melting phenomenon.
- Discovering Company: Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd.
- Manufacturing Company: Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd.
- Summary: Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Medical Trading Co., Ltd. initiated a voluntary Class II recall of its hip prostheses, as reported by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) on August 2, 2017. The recall was prompted by a critical manufacturing concern where the sterilized packaging of the affected hip prostheses was found to have potential melting. This issue raised significant concerns regarding the sterility and integrity of the medical devices, potentially compromising patient safety and the product's effectiveness. The affected products are identified under Registration No. 目(进)字2014第3462826号. The decision to recall was made by Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Medical Trading Co., Ltd. voluntarily, indicating their commitment to product safety and regulatory compliance. The NMPA, as the governing regulatory body, oversees such recall actions to ensure public health protection and adherence to medical device standards. Specific details regarding the models, specifications, and batch numbers of the recalled devices are outlined in an associated "Medical Device Recall Event Report Form." This recall highlights the stringent quality control necessary for implantable medical devices.

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