Recognized standard
F3018-25
FDA recognition 11-434 · ASTM · Orthopedic
Key facts
| Recognition number | 11-434 |
|---|---|
| Designation | F3018-25 |
| Title | Standard Guide for Assessment of Hard-on-Hard Articulation in Total Hip Joint Replacement and Resurfacing Hip Joint Replacement |
| Standards developer | ASTM International |
| Specialty area | Orthopedic |
| Date of entry | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Device classes | Class 3 |
| Scope (excerpt) | 1.1 This guide covers materials and design recommendations and general test methods for the mechanical and preclinical assessment of implantable devices with hard-on-hard articulations intended to replace a hip joint. The provided guidance is intended to encompass both total hip joint replacements… |
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