Howmedica recalls Tritanium Posterior Lumbar cage implants due to reports of fractures during and after surgery. Affected models include specific lot numbers and model numbers listed in the recall notice.
The surgical technique is being updated to caution against misuse due to reports of cage fractures occurring intra-operatively and post-operatively.
Howmedica is recalling certain Tritanium Posterior Lumbar (PL) cage implants used in spinal fusion surgery because they have been reported to fracture during or after the procedure. This could lead to complications for patients who have received these implants.
The implants have been reported to fracture during surgery or after the procedure, which could cause complications such as additional surgery or pain. This risk occurs due to the surgical technique being updated to address misuse concerns.
Patients who received the recalled Tritanium PL cage implants during spinal fusion surgery are most at risk. The recall affects specific model numbers and lot numbers listed in the official notice.
Check the model numbers listed in the recall notice (e.g., 48950070, 48950076) and lot numbers. The implants are used in spinal fusion procedures and were sold under the brand Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Reach out to Howmedica Osteonics Corp. to confirm if your implant is affected and get instructions for next steps.
The recall reports fractures occurring intra-operatively and post-operatively, so affected implants may be at risk.
Check the model numbers and lot numbers listed in the recall notice, which include specific numbers like 48950070 and 48950076.
The recall does not require immediate discontinuation; patients should contact the manufacturer for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0605-2019 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-0605-2019 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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