Howmedica recalls sterile knee pins (DIA 3.2mm LNTH 89mm) due to potential outer pouch barrier compromise. Affected items were sold with lot SC22130X expiring August 2023. No remedy specified in recall.
Potential for outer pouch sterile barrier to be compromised
Howmedica recalls sterile knee pins used in surgeries for potential compromise of the sterile packaging. This could lead to infection risks if the packaging is breached during use. The recall affects specific lot numbers sold through medical suppliers.
The outer sterile pouch may become damaged during handling or storage, potentially allowing contaminants to enter the packaging. This could lead to infection if the pins are used without proper sterility.
Surgical teams and hospitals that used the specific lot number SC22130X of the sterile knee pins (DIA 3.2mm LNTH 89mm) between 2022 and 2023. Patients undergoing knee surgery with these pins are at risk if the packaging is compromised.
Check for the lot number SC22130X on the packaging, which expires August 2023. The pins are labeled as DIA 3.2mm LNTH 89mm with reference number 7650-2038A.
Look for lot number SC22130X and expiration date August 2023 on the packaging.
The recall is due to potential compromise of the outer sterile pouch, which could allow contaminants to enter the packaging and cause infection.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Howmedica directly for guidance.
If the sterile pouch is compromised, there is a risk of infection during surgery.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0373-2019 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-0373-2019 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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