Howmedica Osteonics recalls Radio Capitellum Recon Head Size 2 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 Osteonics is recalling Radio Capitum Recon Head Size 2 implants for orthopedic surgery. These implants have a higher revision rate than other products, meaning they may not work as expected after surgery.
The implant has a higher revision rate than other radial head replacements. This means it may not function properly after surgery, requiring additional procedures.
Patients who received this implant during surgery are likely affected. Those with the implant are at risk of needing additional surgery.
Check if you have the Radio Capitellum Recon Head Size 2 implant. This is part of the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system, with product code 410-0007.
Identify if your implant is the Radio Capitellum Recon Head Size 2 from the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system (product code 410-0007).
The recall is due to higher revision rates compared to other radial head replacements, which may lead to complications after surgery.
No action is required for the implant itself; the recall is for patients who received this implant during surgery.
Check if your implant matches the description to determine if it's affected. Contact your surgeon for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica Osteon: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima") to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2700-2018 — Howmedica Osteon: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima") Howmedica Osteon: a short Hello, I own a Howmedica Osteon: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima") that is covered by recall Z-2700-2018 from Howmedica Osteon: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima"). 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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