Howmedica recalls rHead Recon Stem Implant 6mm Collar Size 3 due to higher revision rates than other radial head replacements. This implant may not perform as expected after surgery.
Revision rate identified as higher than other proximal radial head replacement devices based on literature review. Product may not perform at expected level post-surgery.
Howmedica is recalling a specific orthopedic implant (rHead Recon Stem Implant 6mm Coll: Size 3) because studies show it has a higher revision rate than other similar implants. This means the implant might not function properly after surgery, potentially requiring additional procedures.
The implant has a higher revision rate than other radial head replacements based on literature reviews. Revision rate refers to how often the implant needs to be replaced after surgery. This could mean the implant doesn't perform as expected post-surgery.
Patients who received this implant during surgery are likely affected. Those with the implant are at risk of needing additional surgery if the implant fails.
This implant is part of the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system. It was sold under the product code 310-2024.
Review your surgical records to confirm if you received the rHead Recon Stem Implant 6mm Collar, Size 3.
The recall is due to higher revision rates compared to other radial head replacement implants, meaning it may not perform as expected after surgery.
Check your surgical records to confirm if you received the specific implant model. Contact Howmedica for further guidance.
The recall is based on higher revision rates, not immediate injury risks. The hazard is related to the implant's long-term performance, not acute harm.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2691-2018 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-2691-2018 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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