Texas Smith & Nephew Tandem Bipolar Hip Lawyer

Smith & Nephew is recalling certain Tandem Bipolar Hip Replacement Systems due to a manufacturing defect that could cause the hip implant to break suddenly and require surgery.

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Overview

Smith & Nephew manufactures the Tandem Bipolar Hip System, an orthopedic implant used in partial hip replacement surgery.

Recall and Hazard Alert

September 12, 2016 — Smith & Nephew has issued a Hazard Alert for specific batches of the Tandem Bipolar Hip System and is recalling unused stock of the devices because the implant could detach after surgery.

Revision Surgery Due to Parts Becoming Detached

The problem is that the retainer groove may be out-of-specification on some devices. This could lead to three possible failure scenarios:

• Device does not assemble properly
• Head is too tight and does not move freely
• Parts detach at a later time

The first two scenarios are unlikely to cause an injury because they should be identified during preparation before the surgery. However, the third scenario could result in adverse events and revision surgery.

What is the problem?

The surgeon should hear a “click” when the components are assembled properly. If the surgeon implants a device that is not assembled properly, it could detach suddenly. This will probably occur within the first few weeks after the operation.

Recommendation for Patients

The patient will immediately experience pain, limited mobility, and loss of range-of-motion if the implant fails. Patients with a recalled hip implant should follow up with their orthopedic surgeon. Revision surgery is not recommended unless the patient is having problems with their implant.

What Products Were Recalled?

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