Howmedica recalls DUR PCA MTK REV INS L: knee replacement implants with UHMWPE over 5 years old may have oxidation issues affecting material properties. Consumers should contact Howmedica for details.
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 knee replacement implants (DUR PCA MTK REV INS LFT) that were manufactured with UHMWPE material over 5 years old. Oxidation in this material could weaken the implant over time, potentially causing failure.
The UHMWPE material in the implant can oxidize over time, especially if the implant is more than 5 years old. Oxidation weakens the material, which could lead to implant failure or complications during surgery or after use.
Knee replacement surgery patients who received the DUR PCA MTK REV INS LFT implant with a product number of 6728-2-611 and lot number 52814401. Patients with implants older than 5 years are most at risk.
Check for the product number 6728-2-611 and lot number 52814401 on the implant. The implant is intended for knee replacement and was manufactured with UHMWPE material over 5 years old.
Look for product number 6728-2-611 and lot number 52814401 on the implant.
The UHMWPE material in the implant can oxidize over time, especially if the implant is more than 5 years old. Oxidation weakens the material, which could lead to implant failure.
Check for product number 6728-2-611 and lot number 52814401 on the implant. The implant is intended for knee replacement and was manufactured with UHMWPE material over 5 years old.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Howmedica directly for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0920-2024 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-0920-2024 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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