AltiVate Reverse Humeral Broach, Size 10 Catalog number 804-06-040, Size 14 Catalog number 804-06-044, and Size 16 Catalog number 804-06-046. Orthopedic surgical instrument for use with Encore Shoulder prosthesis.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    178881L05, 178881L06, 183345L03, 178881L09, 178881L10, 183345L05, 178881L11, 178881L12, 183345L06
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Encore Medical, Lp
Reason for Recall:
The trial shell mating feature on the broach is undersized.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

AltiVate Reverse Humeral Broach, Size 10 Catalog number 804-06-040, Size 14 Catalog number 804-06-044, and Size 16 Catalog number 804-06-046. Orthopedic surgical instrument for use with Encore Shoulder prosthesis.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

178881L05, 178881L06, 183345L03, 178881L09, 178881L10, 183345L05, 178881L11, 178881L12, 183345L06

Distribution:

Distributed in: US, FL, PA, ID, CA, OH, AZ, TN, NV, WA, MS, GA, MA, KS, TX

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0626-2016

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