Howmedica recalls knee replacement SCORPIO TS TIB INSERTs made over 5 years ago due to potential oxidation in UHMWPE material. Affected units have specific part numbers and lot numbers.
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 SCOR: TIB INSERTs made more than 5 years ago because the UHMWPE material may oxidize over time. This could affect the implant's performance and safety.
The UHMWPE material in the implant can oxidize over time, especially in implants older than 5 years. Oxidation may weaken the material, potentially affecting the implant's performance and safety during knee replacement procedures.
Knee replacement patients who received the SCORPIO TS TIB INSERT with part number 72-4-0510 and lot numbers H43RDK, WR1RE3, 768NEY, or 4J13P1. Patients with these specific implants are most at risk.
Check for part number 72-4-0510 and lot numbers H43RDK, WR1RE3, 768NEY, or 4J13P1 on the implant packaging. These specific units were manufactured over 5 years ago and are affected by oxidation risks.
Verify the part number (72-4-0510) and lot numbers (H43RDK, WR1RE3, 768NEY, 4J13P1) on the implant packaging.
The UHMWPE material in implants older than 5 years may oxidize, which could affect the implant's performance and safety.
Check the part number and lot numbers on the implant packaging. If they match the affected units, contact Howmedica for further instructions.
The recall is due to potential oxidation in the UHMWPE material, which could affect the implant's performance. However, the risk is low and does not cause immediate injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0876-2024 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-0876-2024 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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