FDA Device recall Z-2722-2018
radial head implant #2 (Sterile packed)
- FDA Device
- Class II
- terminated
- Published 2018-08-15
On 2018-08-15 the FDA classified a Class II recall of radial head implant #2 (Sterile packed) by Howmedica Osteonics, citing revision rate identified as higher than other proximal radial head replacement devices based on literature review. Product may not perform at expected level post-surgery.
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| Agency | FDA Device |
|---|---|
| Recall number | Z-2722-2018 |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | terminated |
| Initiated | 2017-10-24 |
| Published | 2018-08-15 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC |
| Company | Howmedica Osteonics |
| Distribution | US |
Product
radial head implant #2 (Sterile packed). Orthopedic implant for replacement of the proximal end of the radius in the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system.
Reason
Revision rate identified as higher than other proximal radial head replacement devices based on literature review. Product may not perform at expected level post-surgery.
Identifiers
| code_info | RHA-H2 |
|---|
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC. Current status: terminated.
Source
Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-2722-2018%22
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