Cobalt-chrome Modular Neck Hip Replacements: Risk Of Metal-wear Effects And Revision Surgery (dsi/2026/010)

Reason: An MHRA investigation has found increased risks of wear and corrosion associated with multiple cobalt-chrome (Co-Cr) modular neck hip stem components, including a potential increased occurrence of revision surgery due to adverse local tissue reaction (ALTR).
Classification: Unclassified
Category: drug recall
Country: United Kingdom
Agency: UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
Recall date: 2026-08-26
Status: Ongoing
Distribution: United Kingdom

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