Howmedica recalls SCORPIO TOTAL KNEE CONCENTRIC DOME PATELLA-SZ #9 knee replacement parts manufactured over 5 years ago due to potential oxidation in UHMWPE material.
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 CONCENTRIC DOME PATELLA-SZ #9 knee replacement parts made more than 5 years ago. Oxidation in the UHMWPE material could affect its properties, though serious injury risk isn't specified in the recall.
The knee replacement part uses UHM:PE material that can oxidize over time. Oxidation may weaken the material, potentially affecting its performance in the joint. However, the recall does not specify a risk of serious injury.
Patients with SCORPIO TOTAL KNEE CONCENTRIC DOME PATELLA-SZ #9 knee replacement parts made more than 5 years ago are affected. Those with older parts may have reduced material durability.
Check if your knee replacement part has the part number 73-2910 and was manufactured with lot numbers A02W, NPPV, 75TX, or 6RLN. The product was sold as a knee replacement part.
Verify your knee replacement part's part number and lot numbers to confirm if it is recalled.
The recall states oxidation in UHMWPE material could affect properties, but it does not specify a risk of serious injury.
Check if your part has the part number 73-2910 and lot numbers A02W, NPPV, 75TX, or 6RLN.
The recall does not provide a specific remedy, so you should check with Howmedica for further guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0892-2024 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-0892-2024 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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