Wright Medical Technology Inc Wright Medical Technology, Gladiator Bipolar Hip Prosthesis, REF: GLBP-2241, Size 41mm O.D., use with 22 mm Head Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Wright Medical Technology, Gladiator Bipolar Hip Prosthesis, REF: GLBP-2241, Size 41mm O.D., use with 22 mm Head
Brand
Wright Medical Technology Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot Nos.: 106379171, 106380364, 106382079
Products Sold
Lot Nos.: 106379171, 106380364, 106382079
Wright Medical Technology Inc is recalling Wright Medical Technology, Gladiator Bipolar Hip Prosthesis, REF: GLBP-2241, Size 41mm O.D., use wi due to Product specification failure which could result in improper locking of the cup onto the femoral head.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Product specification failure which could result in improper locking of the cup onto the femoral head.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
The firm initiated the recall by telephoning its distributors on January 3, 2007 to request the return of the products. They followed with letters (mailed 1/15/07) to hospitals, implanting surgeons, and distributors requesting return of the product and informing them of the revision surgery that was a result of the problem.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026