Howmedica recalls Lat Assembly, Rad Stem Implant (Size 4) for higher revision rates than other radial head replacements. Product 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 to replace the radius bone. The implant has a higher revision rate than other similar products, meaning it might not work well after surgery.
This implant has a higher revision rate than other products in its category. Revision means the implant needs to be removed and replaced, which can happen after surgery.
Patients who received this implant during surgery are likely affected. Those with the specific implant model are at risk of needing additional surgery.
Check if you have the Lat Assembly, Rad Stem Implant, Size 4 (6mm collar) from the Stryker rHead Radial Head system. The product code is 310-0007.
Your surgeon will advise on next steps if you have the recalled implant.
The recall is because this implant has a higher revision rate than other similar products, meaning it may not perform as expected after surgery.
Contact your surgeon for guidance on next steps.
The recall does not mention a fix; the remedy is null.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2670-2018 — Howmedica Howmedica Hello, I own a Howmedica that is covered by recall Z-2670-2018 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.
Experiences, tips, and questions from readers. Every comment is reviewed before it appears.
No comments yet — be the first to share your experience.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
