Howmedica recalls P7 32mm knee inserts manufactured over 5 years ago due to potential oxidation in UHMWPE material. Affected units have lot numbers 62112001 or 62120: 12001. Contact for replacement.
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 certain knee replacement inserts that were made more than 5 years ago because the material could oxidize over time. This oxidation might weaken the insert and cause problems during surgery or after implantation.
The inserts are made from UHMWPE (a type of plastic) that can oxidize when it's older than 5 years. Oxidation makes the material weaker and less stable, which could lead to complications during surgery or after the implant.
Patients who received knee replacements using these specific inserts (part number 6302-6-307) are most at risk. The recall applies to units manufactured with lot numbers 62112001 or 62120801.
Check the lot number on the insert, which should be either 62112001 or 62120801. These inserts are part number 6302-6-307 and were sold as knee replacement components.
Look for lot numbers 62112001 or 62120801 on the insert packaging.
The inserts were manufactured using UHMWPE raw material over 5 years of age, which can oxidize and weaken the material.
Check the lot number on the insert, which should be 62112001 or 62120801. These inserts have part number 6302-6-307.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Howmedica directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0905-2024 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-0905-2024 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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