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High RiskFDAfda-Z-0459-2022STERILITY ISSUE

Triathlon Pro Tibial Preparation Tray, Revision AC- for organization, storage, and transport in preparation for sterilization of re-usabl...

Units Affected
7
Recall Date
November 24, 2021
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Sterility Issue

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0459-2022.

Triathlon Pro Tibial Preparation Tray may have been kitted with the Triathlon Cemented #1-3 Keel Punch (P/N: 6541-2-013) instead of the Triathlon Pro #0-3 Cemented Keel Punch (P/N: 6541-2-013Y) instrument can lead to delay in surgery or if used could lead to unintended bone preparation

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0459-2022.

Recall ongoing. Follow firm instructions.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Howmedica Osteonics Corp. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0459-2022.

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Howmedica Osteonics Corp. Recall FAQ

Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is the subject of a medical implants safety report: Triathlon Pro Tibial Preparation Tray, Revision AC- for organization, storage, and transport in preparation for sterilization of re-usabl.... The notice was published on November 24, 2021 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 7 units are potentially affected.