FDA Product Code MEH: Prosthesis, Hip, Semi-constrained, Uncemented, Metal / Polymer, Non-porous, Calcium Phosphate
FDA product code MEH covers uncemented semi-constrained hip prostheses with metal bearing surfaces.
These implants rely on biological fixation — bone ingrowth or ongrowth into a porous-coated surface — rather than bone cement for long-term stability. Uncemented fixation is the preferred approach in younger, more active patients due to its potential for longer implant longevity.
MEH devices are Class II medical devices, regulated under 21 CFR 888.3353 and reviewed by the FDA Orthopedic panel.
Leading manufacturers include Osteonics Corp., Howmedica Osteonics Corp. and Smith & Nephew, Inc..
159
Total
159
Cleared
157d
Avg days
1990
Since
159 devices
Cleared
Jan 19, 2018
LINK® BiMobile(TM) Dual Mobility System
Waldemar Link GmbH & Co. KG
Orthopedic
263d
Cleared
May 01, 2017
REDAPT Sleeved Monolithic Revision Stems
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Orthopedic
257d
Cleared
Apr 26, 2017
Exactech® Alteon® HA Femoral Stem
Exactech, Inc.
Orthopedic
209d
Cleared
Aug 31, 2016
Exactech® Novation® Element Press-fit Femoral Stem
Exactech, Inc.
Orthopedic
254d
Cleared
Aug 22, 2016
H-Max S stem
Lima Corporate S.P.A.
Orthopedic
231d
Cleared
Jul 19, 2016
Origin Coxa Vara Hip Stem
Signature Orthopaedics Pty, Ltd.
Orthopedic
85d
Cleared
Jun 03, 2016
Logical C-Series Acetabular Shell, Logical Constrained Liner, Logical Constrained Liner Collar, Logical 20° Hooded Acetabular Liner
Signature Orthopaedics Pty, Ltd.
Orthopedic
217d
Cleared
Oct 21, 2015
H-MAX S Femoral Hip System
Lima Corporate S.P.A.
Orthopedic
204d
Cleared
Sep 25, 2015
DePuy Actis Duofox Hip Prosthesis
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Orthopedic
177d
Cleared
Feb 01, 2013
NOVEL FIT AND FILL STEM
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Orthopedic
136d
Cleared
Nov 09, 2012
H-MAX S FEMORAL STEMS, MODULAR FEMORAL HEADS, CEMENTED CUPS, LOCK BIPOLAR HEADS
Lima Corporate S.P.A.
Orthopedic
477d
Cleared
Oct 15, 2012
SMITH & NEPHEW REDAPT REVISION FEMORAL SYSTEM
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Orthopedic
133d
Cleared
Oct 05, 2012
SMITH & NEPHEW RADIOPAQUE TRIAL NECKS
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Orthopedic
359d
Cleared
Oct 05, 2012
CORIN TRIFIT TS HIP
Corin USA
Orthopedic
129d
Cleared
Apr 19, 2012
MODULAR PROXIMALLY FLUTED HIP STEM
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Orthopedic
119d
Cleared
Mar 16, 2012
NOVATION ELEMENT FEMORAL STEM, 12/14 COLLARLESS STANDARD/HIGH OFFSET HA COATED PRESS-FIT, SZ 8-12
Exactech, Inc.
Orthopedic
127d
Cleared
Sep 28, 2011
ADM AND ADM/MDM DURATION INSERTS, ADM AND ADM/MDM X3 INSERTS
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Orthopedic
26d
Cleared
Mar 10, 2011
NOVEL TAPERED HIP STEM
Stryker Corp.
Orthopedic
104d
Cleared
Nov 23, 2010
TRINITY ACETABULAR SYSTEM
Corin USA
Orthopedic
382d
Cleared
Jul 15, 2010
SMITH & NEPHEW MDF MODULAR SLEEVE
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Orthopedic
147d
Cleared
Apr 21, 2010
SMITH & NEPHEW HIP SYSTEMS WITH HA
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Orthopedic
379d
Cleared
Mar 12, 2010
VESAFITCUP DOUBLE MOBILITY- HIGHCROSS HXUHMWPE LINERS
Medacta International S.A.
Orthopedic
226d
Cleared
Dec 18, 2009
RESTORATION ADM SYSTEM X3 ACETABULAR
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Orthopedic
23d
Cleared
Nov 04, 2009
ABG II MODULAR HIP STEM
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Orthopedic
90d