Encore Medical recalls ALTIVATE REVERSE Torx Peripheral screws (model 506-04-122) due to incorrect size labeling on packaging. This may lead to improper use in shoulder replacements.
Package labeling for Altivate Reverse Torx Peripheral screw contains a different size then actual included product.
Encore Medical is recalling their ALTIVATE REVERSE Tor: 22mm screws because the packaging labels show a different size than the actual product. This could cause improper use in shoulder replacements, potentially leading to complications.
The packaging labels for these screws indicate a different size than the actual product. This mismatch could lead to improper use during shoulder replacement procedures, potentially causing complications.
Patients who received shoulder replacements using these screws are likely affected. Those with the specific model number 506-04-122 are at risk.
Check for the model number 506-04-122 on the packaging. The product is sold by Encore Medical for shoulder replacements.
Verify the model number on the packaging matches 506-04-122.
The packaging labels for these screws show a different size than the actual product, which could lead to improper use in shoulder replacements.
Look for the model number 506-04-122 on the packaging. The product is sold by Encore Medical for shoulder replacements.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check with Encore Medical for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Encore Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2009-2025 — Encore Medical Encore Medical Hello, I own a Encore Medical that is covered by recall Z-2009-2025 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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