Howmedica recalls rHead Stem Implant 6mm Collar Size 4 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 used in radius joint replacements because studies show it has a higher revision rate than other similar implants. This means the implant might not work as intended after surgery, potentially requiring additional procedures.
This implant has been found to have a higher revision rate than other similar implants in medical literature. Revision means the implant needs to be removed and replaced, which can cause additional surgery and recovery time.
Patients who received this implant during surgery are likely affected. Those with the implant in their radius joint are at risk of needing additional surgery.
The product is part of the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system. It was sold under the model number 310-2017.
Review your surgical records to confirm if you received this specific implant model.
This implant has a higher revision rate than other similar implants based on medical literature, meaning it may not perform as expected after surgery.
If you received this implant during surgery, you should check with your surgeon about potential revision needs.
The product is part of the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system with model number 310-2017.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2684-2018 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-2684-2018 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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