Howmedica recalls SCORPIO U-DOME PATELLA knee replacement parts (part #73-3910) manufactured over 5 years ago due to potential oxidation in UHMWPE material. Affected parts have lot numbers listed in the recall.
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 U-DOME PATELLA knee replacement parts made more than 5 years ago because the material could oxidize over time. This oxidation might weaken the part and cause problems during surgery.
The knee replacement part uses UHMWPE material that can oxidize over time. Oxidation weakens the material, which might cause it to fail during surgery or lead to complications after implantation.
Patients who received knee replacements using this specific part (part number 73-3910) made more than 5 years ago are likely affected. Surgeons and hospitals using these parts for procedures are also at risk.
Check if your knee replacement part has the part number 73-3910 and was manufactured with lot numbers listed: 73JP, V17W, N2MY, PK0D, D3M3, LEAY, 4NTR, R5WA, JN8M, 084W, K6YE, 84A4, XREK, YNM1, LY5M, M1AT, 4873.
Identify the part number and lot numbers on your knee replacement part to see if it matches the recalled items.
The part uses UHMWPE material that can oxidize over time, which might weaken it and cause failure during surgery.
Check if your part has the part number 73-3910 and one of the listed lot numbers: 73JP, V17W, N2MY, PK0D, D3M3, LEAY, 4NTR, R5WA, JN8M, 084W, K6YE, 84A4, XREK, YNM1, LY5M, M1AT, 4873.
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-0898-2024 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-0898-2024 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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