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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

SCORPIO TOTAL KNEE CONCENTRIC DOME PATELLA-SZ #7 -Intended for knee replacement Part Number: 73-2710

Reported: February 7, 2024 Initiated: December 1, 2023 #Z-0891-2024

Product Description

SCORPIO TOTAL KNEE CONCENTRIC DOME PATELLA-SZ #7 -Intended for knee replacement Part Number: 73-2710

Reason for Recall

Product manufactured using UHMWPE raw material over 5 years of age has the potential for elevated levels of oxidation. Oxidation within UHMWPE can have an impact on its material properties.

Details

Recalling Firm
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Units Affected
36 units US
Distribution
Nationwide Foreign: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Columbia, India, Japan, Korea, Latin America, Mexico, Poland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, UK, & Venlo (Netherlands). ***Updated 1/25/24*** Foreign distribution added: Austria, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Norway, and Spain.
Location
Mahwah, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
SCORPIO TOTAL KNEE CONCENTRIC DOME PATELLA-SZ #7 -Intended for knee replacement Part Number: 73-2710. Recalled by Howmedica Osteonics Corp.. Units affected: 36 units US.
Why was this product recalled?
Product manufactured using UHMWPE raw material over 5 years of age has the potential for elevated levels of oxidation. Oxidation within UHMWPE can have an impact on its material properties.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 7, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0891-2024.