Aesculap recalls Univation X knee implant devices (NL482-NL487) due to potential loosening requiring revision surgery. Affected patients should contact the company for details.
Malfunction- loosening of the implant resulting in a potential revision surgery
Aesculap is recalling specific Univation X knee implant models (NL482 to NL487) because they may loosen over time, leading to the need for additional surgery. This recall affects patients who received these implants and requires prompt attention to prevent complications.
The implants may loosen over time, which can cause the need for additional surgery. This happens because the implant's design might not hold securely in the knee joint under long-term use.
Patients who received Univation X knee implants with model numbers NL482 through NL487 are affected. Those with these specific implants face the risk of needing revision surgery if the implant loosens.
Check if your knee implant has model numbers NL482 through NL487. These are specific Univation X System implants sold by Aesculap.
Reach out to Aesculap Implant Systems LLC to confirm if your implant is affected and get instructions for next steps.
The recall does not require immediate removal; patients should contact Aesculap for guidance.
Affected implants have model numbers NL482 through NL487.
The recall does not mention replacements; patients should contact Aesculap for details on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Aesculap to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2511-2021 — Aesculap Aesculap Hello, I own a Aesculap that is covered by recall Z-2511-2021 from Aesculap. 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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