Howmedica recalls SCORPIO total knee replacement implants with UHMWPE material over 5 years old due to potential oxidation. Affected units have part number 73-051: 57A2, 3WP6, E10K, X49N, WJ3L, 38TY 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 SCORPIO total knee replacement implants that are over 5 years old. Oxidation in the UHMWPE material could weaken the implant over time, potentially causing failure.
The UHMWPE material in the knee implant can oxidize over time, especially in units older than 5 years. Oxidation weakens the material, which could lead to implant failure or complications during use.
Patients who received SCORPIO total knee replacements with part number 73-0510 and lot numbers 57A2, 3WP6, E10K, X49N, WJ3L, or 38TY are affected. These units were manufactured over 5 years ago and may have oxidation issues.
Check the part number on your implant, which should be 73-0510. Look for lot numbers 57A2, 3WP6, E10K, X49N, WJ3L, or 38TY. These units were manufactured over 5 years ago and may have oxidation issues.
Identify your implant's part number (73-0510) and lot number (57A2, 3WP6, E10K, X49N, WJ3L, or 38TY).
The UHMWPE material in the knee implant can oxidize over time, especially in units older than 5 years. Oxidation weakens the material, which could lead to implant failure.
Check the part number on your implant (73-0510) and lot number (57A2, 3WP6, E10K, X49N, WJ3L, or 38TY). These units were manufactured over 5 years ago and may have oxidation issues.
The recall does not specify a remedy or action for affected units. You should contact Howmedica Osteonics Corp. 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-0887-2024 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-0887-2024 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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