DePuy recalls Global Unite STD Stem SZ 12 implants with potential undersized spigot bore causing surgical delays or bone damage. Affected units include specific product codes and lots.
Stems may have an undersized spigot bore diameter therefore separating the proximal body from the stem may not be possible without surgical delay and/or bone damage
DePuy Orthopaedics is recalling Global Unite STD Stem SZ 12 hip implants that may have an undersized spigot bore. This could lead to surgical delays or bone damage if the stem needs to be separated from the proximal body. Patients with the affected product should contact DePuy for guidance.
The stems may have an undersized spigot bore diameter, which can make it difficult to separate the stem from the proximal body without causing surgical delays or bone damage. This issue occurs during the implant removal process.
Patients who received the Global Unite STD Stem SZ 12 hip implant with specific product codes and lots listed in the recall. Those with the affected implant are at risk of needing additional surgery or bone damage.
Check if your hip implant is labeled as Global Unite STD Stem SZ 12 with product code 110012100 and specific lot numbers listed in the recall (e.g., 9793650, 9802212, etc.).
Reach out to DePuy Orthopaedics directly to confirm if your implant is affected and get instructions for next steps.
The stems may have an undersized spigot bore diameter, which can make it difficult to separate the stem from the proximal body without causing surgical delays or bone damage.
Contact DePuy Orthopaedics directly to confirm if your implant is affected and get instructions for next steps.
Check if your hip implant is labeled as Global Unite STD Stem SZ 12 with product code 110012100 and specific lot numbers listed in the recall (e.g., 9793650, 9802212, etc.).
We’ve drafted a message you can send DePuy to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0488-2022 — DePuy DePuy Hello, I own a DePuy that is covered by recall Z-0488-2022 from DePuy. 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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