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DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. recalls DePuy Glenosphere orientation guide Product Usage: The glenosphere orientation guide is an instrument used in r
Recalled June 19, 2013 · FDA recall Z-1520-2013 · DePuy Orthopaedics
Hazard
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. · FDA Class II
Units
20 units
Sold at
Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide and countries of: Australia, Canada, Czech Republic, England, Germany, Switzerland and Turkey.
Description
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.
Product
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.
Manufacturer(s)
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →