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DePuy Glenosphere orientation guide Product Usage: The glenosphere orientation guide is an instrument used in reverse shoulder arthroplasty. The orientation guide is used to properly align the glenosphere.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: May 3, 2013 DePuy Orthopaedics Surgical Instruments Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Part Number 230795000/Lot Number 5120443
  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:
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
The Glenosphere Orientation Guide Instrument Used with the Delta XTEND Reverse Shoulder is being recalled because an arrow that is etched on the instrument was incorrectly placed on the opposite side of the instrument. Using the improperly etched arrow as a guide could potentially lead to incorrect orientation of the glenosphere implant.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

DePuy Glenosphere orientation guide Product Usage: The glenosphere orientation guide is an instrument used in reverse shoulder arthroplasty. The orientation guide is used to properly align the glenosphere.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Part Number 230795000/Lot Number 5120443

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1520-2013

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