Encore Medical recalls EMPOWR 3D KNEE INS 11L 14MM VE (model 342-19-703) due to incorrect product size packaging. This may cause confusion during knee surgery. No action needed as it's a packaging error, not a safety hazard.
Due to packaging discrepancy with incorrect product size mixed up.
Encore Medical is recalling a specific knee implant model due to a packaging mix-up that could lead to using the wrong size during surgery. This is not a safety hazard but a labeling error that might cause confusion for medical staff.
The packaging contains the wrong product size, which could lead to confusion during surgical preparation. However, this is a labeling error, not a physical hazard to the patient.
Medical professionals using the EMPOWR 3D KNEE INS 11L 14MM VE model (342-19-703) for knee surgery. Patients receiving this implant are not at risk as it's a packaging error.
Check for the model number 342-19-703 on the packaging. The product was sold with lot code 177T1057 and expires December 2026.
Check the model number on the packaging to confirm it's 342-19-703. This is the only affected model.
No, this is a packaging mix-up that could cause confusion during surgery but does not pose a safety risk to patients.
No action is needed as this is a labeling error, not a safety hazard.
Look for model number 342-19-703 on the packaging, with lot code 177T1057 and expiration date December 2026.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Encore Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2700-2026 — Encore Medical Encore Medical Hello, I own a Encore Medical that is covered by recall Z-2700-2026 from Encore Medical. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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