Howmedica recalls SCORPIO recessed patella knee replacement parts (part #3044-0030) 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 recessed patella knee replacement parts that were made more than 5 years ago. These parts could have higher oxidation levels in the UHMWPE material, which might affect their performance.
The knee replacement parts use UHMWPE material that can oxidize over time. Oxidation may weaken the material, potentially causing it to fail during use. This is a slow process that doesn't typically cause immediate harm.
Patients who received SCORPIO recessed patella knee replacements made over 5 years ago are affected. Those with implants from the specific lot numbers (PD99, 6AHH, RY3J) are most at risk.
Check if your knee replacement part has the model name 'SCORPIO RECESSED PATELLA' and part number 3044-0030. Look for lot numbers PD99, 6AHH, or RY3J on the packaging.
Identify if your knee replacement part has the model name 'SCORPIO RECESSED PATELLA' and part number 3044-0030.
The product was manufactured using UHMWPE raw material over 5 years of age, which has the potential for elevated oxidation levels that could impact material properties.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Howmedica Osteonics Corp. for further instructions.
Lot numbers PD99, 6AHH, and RY3J are affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0871-2024 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-0871-2024 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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