Encore Medical recalls ALTIVATE REVERSE Torx Peripheral Screws (model 506-04-130) due to incorrect labeling. This may cause confusion in medical use. Contact for details.
Package labeling for Altivate Reverse Torx Peripheral screw contains a different size then actual included product.
Encore Medical is recalling their ALTIVATE REVERSE Torx Peripheral Screws (model 506-0:130) because the packaging labels show a different size than the actual product. This could lead to incorrect use in shoulder surgery.
The packaging labels for these screws indicate a different size than the actual product. This mismatch could lead to incorrect surgical procedures if the wrong screw size is used during shoulder replacements.
Patients undergoing shoulder surgery who use these screws may be affected. Surgeons and medical staff handling the product are most at risk.
Check for model number 506-04-130 on the packaging. These screws were sold in specific lots: 5039A1015 and 5039A1021.
Look for the model number 506-04-130 on the packaging to confirm if it's the recalled item.
The packaging labels for these screws show a different size than the actual product, which could lead to incorrect surgical procedures.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the product label to see if it matches the model number 506-04-130.
Yes, the affected lots are 5039A1015 and 5039A1021.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Encore Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2011-2025 — Encore Medical Encore Medical Hello, I own a Encore Medical that is covered by recall Z-2011-2025 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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