Encore Medical DJO EMPOWR Knee Punch Handle Recall: Breaking Tip Disrupts Surgery

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What happened, in plain English

Encore Medical is recalling DJO EMPOWR Knee Punch Handles because the tip can break during surgery due to insufficient heat treatment. This could disrupt the surgical procedure and pose risks to patients.

Why it’s dangerous

The knee punch handle tip breaks during surgery because it lacks proper heat treatment. This breakage can disrupt the surgical procedure, potentially causing delays or complications for patients.

Who’s affected

Surgical teams using the DJO EMPOWR Knee Punch Handle (REF 801-05-040) are affected. Patients undergoing surgery with this device are at risk of disrupted procedures.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the model reference 801-05-040 on the handle. Affected units include specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.

Brand
Encore Medical
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Device Lot Number
Look for lot numbers such as 305197L02D, 305197L02E, or 318871L10D on the handle.

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Questions people ask

Why is this handle being recalled?

The knee punch handle tip can break during surgery due to insufficient heat treatment, which may disrupt the surgical procedure.

What should I do if I have this handle?

The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so check the lot numbers listed to determine if your handle is affected.

Is there a risk of serious injury?

The recall states the breakage may disrupt surgery, but does not mention specific injury risks to patients.

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Subject: Recall Z-0258-2024 — Encore Medical Encore Medical

Hello,

I own a Encore Medical that is covered by recall Z-0258-2024 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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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0258-2024 (September 29, 2023) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0258-2024 to see it in context.
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Encore Medical, LP recalls DJO EMPOWR Knee Punch Handle, REF: 801-05-040

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