TRIATHLON HINGE INSERT SIZE 4 11MM 5612-P-411 TRIATHLON HINGE INSERT SIZE 4 13MM 5612-P-413 Orthopaedic impla… recall

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.

TRIATHLON HINGE INSERT SIZE 4 11MM 5612-P-411 TRIATHLON HINGE INSERT SIZE 4 13MM 5612-P-413 Orthopaedic implant components manufactured from UHMWPE (polyethylene)

Quantity: 12,156 US

Check whether you have the product (match the lot numbers, dates or codes in the official notice). Stop using it, and return it or throw it away as the notice says.

Company

Howmedica Osteonics Corp., Mahwah, NJ

Date

Wednesday, September 23

Severity

Class II
the product could cause temporary or reversible health problems.

Where sold

Nationwide
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, LATAM, Europe, Asia Pacific, and South Africa.

Status

Ongoing

Recall number

Z-3198-2026

Source

U.S. Food and Drug Administration