Howmedica recalls Triathlon Revision Knee implants (Catalog #5545-A-3:301 and #5546-A-601) due to risk of receiving incorrect size implants. Affected patients should contact Howmedica for evaluation.
Customers may receive the incorrect size implant from what is labeled on the box.
Howmedica is recalling specific revision knee implants that may be the wrong size for patients. This could lead to improper fitting and complications during surgery.
The implants may be the wrong size for the patient's knee, which could cause improper fitting during surgery. This might lead to complications like pain or reduced mobility after the procedure.
Patients who received the Triathlon Revision Knee implants (Catalog #554:301 or #5546-A-601) from Howmedica. Surgeons performing revision knee replacements are most at risk of using incorrect implants.
Check for the product catalog numbers: 5545-A-301 or 5546-A-601. Look for lot codes ER9WA1A, ER9WA1D, ER9WA1E for the first catalog, and ER9MA5A for the second.
Reach out to Howmedica directly to confirm if your implant is affected and get guidance on next steps.
The recall states that customers may receive the incorrect size implant, which could lead to improper fitting during surgery. Not all implants are affected.
Check for the product catalog numbers: 5545-A-301 or 5546-A-601, and lot codes ER9WA1A, ER9WA1D, ER9WA1E for the first catalog, or ER9MA5A for the second.
The recall does not specify a stop-use instruction. Patients should contact Howmedica to determine if their implant is affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1462-2018 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-1462-2018 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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