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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

PS LIPPED TIBIAL INSERT ASSY DURACON Intended for knee replacement Product Number: 6742-1-413

Reported: February 7, 2024 Initiated: December 1, 2023 #Z-0924-2024

Product Description

PS LIPPED TIBIAL INSERT ASSY DURACON Intended for knee replacement Product Number: 6742-1-413

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.
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?
PS LIPPED TIBIAL INSERT ASSY DURACON Intended for knee replacement Product Number: 6742-1-413. Recalled by Howmedica Osteonics Corp..
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-0924-2024.