Exactech recalls Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners for hip implants with specific catalog numbers and serials due to possible edge-loading causing premature prosthesis wear in certain patients.
Risk of edge-loading and premature prosthesis wear is possible in a specific subset of patients with certain implant configurations and surgical implant positioning.
Exactech is recalling specific Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene hip liners that may cause premature wear in certain patients due to edge-loading. This could lead to the need for additional surgeries if the implant wears out faster than expected.
The liners may experience edge-loading in certain patient cases, which can cause the implant to wear out prematurely. This could lead to the need for additional surgeries if the implant fails earlier than intended.
Patients who received the recalled hip liners during surgery between the dates listed in the recall notice. Those with specific implant configurations and surgical positioning are at higher risk.
Check if your hip implant uses the Connexion GXL 15 Degree Liner, 36mm, or Novation GXL Liner, Lipped Ant, 36mm. Look for catalog numbers 132-36-XX or specific UDI-DI numbers listed in the recall.
Review your hip implant's catalog number and UDI-DI numbers to see if they match the recalled items listed in the notice.
The recall does not require immediate discontinuation; you should check your implant details to see if it is affected.
The recall states a risk of premature wear but does not mention serious injury or death in normal use.
Check your hip implant's catalog number and UDI-DI numbers against the specific numbers listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Exactech to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2122-2021 — Exactech Exactech Hello, I own a Exactech that is covered by recall Z-2122-2021 from Exactech. 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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