Howmedica Osteonics Corp. recalls SCORPIO C-DOME PATELLA 73-2710 73-2910 SCORPIO U-DO
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SCORPIO C-DOME PATELLA 73-2710 73-2910 SCORPIO U-DOME PATELLA 73-3110 73-3508 73-3708 73-3710 73-3910 Orthopaedic implant components manufactured from UHMWPE (polyethylene)
Hazard / Issue
Affected devices were manufactured with Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) raw material aged in excess of five years. Product has the potential for elevated levels of oxidation, which may result in increased wear, leading to hazards such as excessive wear debris, material fragments, fractured device, or disassociated device. Potential harms include revision surgery, pain, and inflammation.
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✅ What Should You Do?
- 1Contact your healthcare provider immediately to discuss this recall.
- 2Stop using the device if it is safe to do so, and contact your provider.
- 3Follow the manufacturer's remedy instructions provided in the recall notice.
- 4Report device problems to FDA MedWatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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