Howmedica Osteonics recalls DUR PCA MTK REV INS LFT knee replacement implants manufactured over 5 years ago due to potential oxidation in UHMWPE material. Affected units have Product Number 6728-2-609 and Lot Number 50884601.
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 Osteonics is recalling knee replacement implants with Product Number 6728-2-609 that were manufactured over 5 years ago. Oxidation in the UHMWPE material could affect the implant's performance over time.
The UHMWPE material in the implant can oxidize over time, especially in implants that are more than 5 years old. Oxidation may weaken the material, potentially affecting the implant's long-term performance and stability.
Patients who received the DUR PCA MTK REV INS LFT knee replacement implant with Product Number 6728-2-609 and Lot Number 50884601. Those with implants older than 5 years since manufacturing are most at risk.
Check for the Product Number 6728-2-609 and Lot Number 50884601 on the implant. The recall applies to implants manufactured over 5 years ago.
Look for Product Number 6728-2-609 and Lot Number 50884601 on the implant.
The UHMWPE material in the implant can oxidize over time, especially in implants more than 5 years old, which may affect its performance.
Check the Product Number and Lot Number on your implant. If it matches 6728-2-609 and 50884601, contact Howmedica Osteonics for further instructions.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or fix for this issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica Osteonics to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0919-2024 — Howmedica Osteonics Howmedica Osteonics Hello, I own a Howmedica Osteonics that is covered by recall Z-0919-2024 from Howmedica Osteonics. 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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