In August 2021, the FDA recalled polyethylene-component Exactech knee, hip, and ankle replacements.
It has been discovered that mistakes in device packaging cause the oxidation of polyethylene components:
Degradation of polyethylene inserts due to oxidation over time can need additional surgery.
As reported by Exactech lawsuit, their implants have a “statistically significant” failure rate due to the degradation and premature wear of polyethylene inserts.
All Exactech products manufactured and sold since 2004 are being recalled.
Lawsuits are anticipated in numerous states across the United States because of the large number of implants affected by the Exactech recall and the potential risks they represent.
Which Products from Exactech Have Been Recalled?
Exactech’s hip implant components and several other knee and ankle replacement brands have been recalled.
There are four lines of knee replacement products that are being recalled: Logic, Optetrak, Truliant, and Vantage.
Some MCS, Acumatch, and Novation product batches of liners have been recalled due to a potential hazard.
To ask your doctor about the Exactech recall, please call their office net worth.
In what ways may I determine whether or not I have an Exactech implant that has been subject to a recall?
Some people who have had hip or knee replacements report feeling uninformed about the manufacturing process.
In addition, many people who have undergone implants don’t know if they were fitted with a good or bad insert.
The best way to find out what kind of implant you have and what number it is is to get a copy of your most recent medical records from your doctor or orthopedic surgeon.
Your next step is to visit the Exactech recall page and compare your findings with the company’s official paperwork.
Which Injuries Have Been Linked To The Exactech Implant Devices That Have Been Recalled?
The Exactech recall involves polyethylene inserts that have degraded or worn out too soon, posing a risk of injury and necessitating additional surgery to restore damaged bone and joints.
Issues with Exactech Hip, Knee, and Ankle Replacements
Many polyethylene replacements for knees, ankles, and hips made by Exactech have disintegrated or loosened after surgery.
Joint replacement problems may cause the following symptoms:
- Swelling around the implant.
- Discomfort while moving around or resting.
- Discomfort all everywhere, but mainly in the joints.
- Deterioration or loss of bone.
Joint instability is accompanied by the noises and sensations of grinding and clicking.
- Correctional Operation
- Orthopedic knee, ankle, and hip implants that have failed may require corrective revision surgery.
A second surgical procedure’s mental and physical toll cannot be understated.
