Howmedica Osteonics (Stryker) is recalling 1,625 units of various knee replacement components, including Scorpio and Duracon brand patellas and tibial inserts. These orthopedic implants were manufactured using plastic raw material (UHMWPE) that was over five years old, which can lead to high levels of oxidation. This oxidation may cause the material to degrade or fail prematurely, potentially requiring additional medical intervention. These devices were distributed across the United States and multiple international locations.
The oxidation of the plastic material within these knee inserts can negatively impact their material properties, potentially leading to mechanical failure or advanced wear within the body. While no specific injuries are listed in this report, such material degradation often results in the need for complex revision surgeries to replace the failing components.
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