Waldemar Link recalls LINK MP Monoblock Hip Stem (Size 17) for potential increased force needed during removal, possibly prolonging surgery. Affected patients with mobility issues may need surgical adjustments.
Increased force may be required to remove the LINK MP Monoblock trial hip stem (Sizes 14mm - 25mm),after impaction. Potential for prolongation of surgery or the surgical procedure may have to be modified due to this issue
Waldemar Link is recalling hip stem trial instruments (Size 17) that may require more force to remove after impaction. This could lead to longer surgery or necessary procedure changes for patients with mobility-limiting conditions.
The hip stem may become stuck during surgery, requiring more force to remove. This could extend the procedure time or necessitate surgical adjustments to avoid complications.
Patients with mobility-limiting diseases, hip fractures, or joint defects who use these trial hip stems are most at risk. The recall applies to specific size 17 instruments sold to medical facilities.
Check for the item number 136-117/00 and UDI-DI 04026575182114 on the instrument. Lot numbers B922124, B932051, C005064, and C211011 are also associated with this recall.
Verify the item number (136-117/00) and UDI-DI (04026575182114) on the hip stem instrument.
The LINK MP Monoblock hip stem (Size 17) may require more force to remove after impaction, potentially prolonging surgery or needing procedure adjustments.
The recall notice does not specify a contact for assistance.
Look for item number 136-117/00, UDI-DI 04026575182114, and lot numbers B922124, B932051, C005064, or C211011 on the hip stem instrument.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Waldemar Link to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2348-2023 — Waldemar Link Waldemar Link Hello, I own a Waldemar Link that is covered by recall Z-2348-2023 from Waldemar Link. 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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