Howmedica recalls SCORPIO Total Knee Replacement Dome PateLLa-SZ #11 (Part 73-011: 79E0, 274P, WEKJ, LH82, 33ND) due to potential oxidation in older units affecting material properties.
Product manufactured using UHMWPE raw material over 5 years of age has the potential for elevated levels of oxidation. Oxidation within UHMWPE can have an impact on its material properties.
Howmedica is recalling SCORPIO Total Knee Replacement Dome PateLLa-SZ #11 implants that are over 5 years old. Oxidation in the UHMWPE material could weaken the implant over time, potentially causing failure.
The UHMWPE material in the knee implant can oxidize over time, especially in units older than 5 years. Oxidation weakens the material, which may lead to reduced performance or failure of the implant.
Patients with SCORPIO Total Knee Replacement Dome PateLLa-SZ #11 implants manufactured with Lot Numbers 79E0, 274P, WEKJ, LH82, or 33ND are affected. Those who have implants over 5 years old are at higher risk.
Check your implant's part number (73-0110) and lot number (79E0, 274P, WEKJ, LH82, 33ND). This product was sold for knee replacements starting from the date of manufacture.
Identify your implant's part number (73-0110) and lot number (79E0, 274P, WEKJ, LH82, 33ND) to confirm if it is recalled.
The UHMWPE material in the implant can oxidize over time, especially in units older than 5 years, which may weaken the material and affect its performance.
Check your implant's part number and lot number to see if it is recalled. If it is, contact Howmedica for further instructions.
The recall is due to potential material weakening from oxidation, but the risk of serious injury is low. The product is intended for knee replacements and the hazard is specific to older units.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0886-2024 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-0886-2024 from Howmedica. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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