Howmedica recalls rHead Recon Extended Stem Size 1 orthopedic implants due to higher revision rates than other radial head replacements. This may lead to complications 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 its rHead Recon Extended Stem Size 1 orthopedic implant for potential higher revision rates compared to other radial head replacements. This could mean the implant doesn't perform as expected after surgery.
The implant has been found to have higher revision rates than other similar implants based on literature reviews. This means it may not function properly after surgery, potentially requiring additional procedures.
Patients who received this specific orthopedic implant for radial head replacement are likely affected. Those with the implant are at risk of needing additional surgery.
Check for the product name 'rHead Recon Extended Stem Size 1' and the model number 410-0300. This implant is part of the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system.
Your surgeon can confirm if you have the recalled implant and provide guidance on next steps.
The recall is due to higher revision rates compared to other radial head replacements, which may mean the implant doesn't perform as expected after surgery.
Contact your surgeon to determine if you have the recalled implant and discuss next steps.
The recall does not mention a specific fix; the remedy is null, so no action is required beyond contacting your surgeon.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2707-2018 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-2707-2018 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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