Howmedica Osteonics recalls a specific radius implant for higher revision rates post-surgery. Learn if your implant is affected and what to do.
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 a specific radius implant used in some shoulder surgeries due to higher revision rates compared to other implants. This means the implant may not perform as expected after surgery.
The implant has a higher revision rate than other similar implants, meaning it may not function properly after surgery. This could lead to the need for additional surgery.
Patients who received this specific radius implant during surgery are likely affected. Those with the implant are at risk of needing additional surgery.
Check if your implant is labeled as 'Lat Assembly, Rad Stem Implant, Collar 6mm, Size 3' for the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system. The product code is 310-0006.
Look for the specific implant model and product code on your device.
The recall is due to higher revision rates compared to other implants, but it does not indicate immediate danger.
No, the recall does not require stopping use; it is for potential revision needs after surgery.
Check if your implant is labeled as 'Lat Assembly, Rad Stem Implant, Collar 6mm, Size 3' for the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system with product code 310-0006.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Howmedica Osteon: A short, human brand name for headings (e.g. to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2669-2018 — Howmedica Osteon: A short, human brand name for headings (e.g. Howmedica Osteon: A short, human bra Hello, I own a Howmedica Osteon: A short, human brand name for headings (e.g. that is covered by recall Z-2669-2018 from Howmedica Osteon: A short, human brand name for headings (e.g.. 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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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.
