Encore Medical recalls two EMPOWR knee drills due to incorrect diameter markings that could cause implant loosening or bone fractures during surgery.
Patella drills are marked with incorrect diameter size of 5.6mm, when they should be 5.4mm. Porous patella overdrills are marked with incorrect diameter size of 5.4 mm, when they should be 5.6 mm. If the incorrect drill is selected during surgery, there is risk of the implant loosening, implant not properly fitting, and/or fractured bone.
Encore Medical is recalling two specific knee drills because they have the wrong diameter markings. If surgeons use these incorrect drills during surgery, the implants might loosen, not fit properly, or cause broken bones.
The drills are marked with incorrect diameter sizes (5.6mm instead of 5.4mm for one type, 5.4mm instead of 5.6mm for the other). If the wrong size is selected during surgery, it can cause the implant to loosen, not fit properly, or fracture bone.
Surgeons using the recalled EMPOWR knee drills during procedures are affected. The risk is highest for patients undergoing knee surgery with these specific drills.
Check for the model numbers 802-05-104 or 802-05-108 on the drill. The recall includes specific serial numbers and lot codes listed in the product description.
Verify the drill model number is 802-05-104 or 802-05-108 to confirm if it's recalled.
The drills have incorrect diameter markings that could lead to implant loosening, improper fitting, or bone fractures during surgery.
Check for model numbers 802-05-104 or 802-05-108 on the drill, and verify the serial numbers listed in the product description.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Encore Medical directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Encore Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1384-2023 — Encore Medical Encore Medical Hello, I own a Encore Medical that is covered by recall Z-1384-2023 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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