Encore Medical recalls DJO EMPOWR 3D Right Knee 10mm Tibial Insert (REF: 342-1:0708) due to possible mispackaged left size 4 insert that could leave debris in the joint.
A right, size 8, knee tibial insert package may include a mispackaged, left ,size 4, knee tibial insert. If implanted, a risk may include leaving debris in the joint space.
Encore Medical is recalling DJO EMPOWR 3D Right Knee 10mm Tibial Inserts (REF: 342-10-708) because some packages may contain a mispackaged left size 4 insert. If implanted, this could leave debris in the joint space.
The recall involves a possible mispackaged left size 4 knee tibial insert in a right size 8 package. If implanted, this could leave debris in the joint space, potentially causing complications.
Patients who received the DJO EMPOWR 3D Right Knee 10mm Tibial Insert (REF: 342-10-708) from the manufacturer. Those with implants are most at risk.
Check for the product name 'DJO EMPOWR 3D Knee (Right) 10mm Tibial Insert' and reference number 342-10-708. The lot number is 078T1141.
Verify if your package contains a left size 4 knee tibial insert instead of the right size 8 insert.
The recall is for possible mispackaged left size 4 knee tibial inserts in right size 8 packages, which could leave debris in the joint space if implanted.
Check if your package contains a left size 4 insert instead of the right size 8 insert. If so, contact Encore Medical for guidance.
The recall states a risk of leaving debris in the joint space if implanted, but does not specify serious injury. The hazard level is low risk.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Encore Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1257-2022 — Encore Medical Encore Medical Hello, I own a Encore Medical that is covered by recall Z-1257-2022 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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