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Encore Medical, Lp: AltiVate Humeral Socket Shell Trial, Part Number 804-06-052 The glenoid baseplate is intended for cementless application with addition of screws for fixation. The humeral stem is intended for cemented or cementless use. This device may also be indicated in the salvage of previously failed surgical attempts. Shoulder reconstructive surgery should be reserved for patients who have failed non-operative treatments.

Recall number
Z-0131-2016
Recalling firm
Encore Medical, Lp
Product
AltiVate Humeral Socket Shell Trial, Part Number 804-06-052 The glenoid baseplate is intended for cementless application with addition of screws for fixation. The humeral stem is intended for cemented or cementless use. This device may also be indicated in the salvage of previously failed surgical attempts. Shoulder reconstructive surgery should be reserved for patients who have failed non-operative treatments.
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2015-09-15
Posted
2015-10-16
Terminated
2017-01-10
Reason
Difficulty assembling the shell trial to the broach and the retaining ring disassembled from the screw.
Root cause
Device Design
Action
The firm, DJO Global, sent an "URGENT FIELD SAFETY NOTICE" letter dated 9/16/15 to affected consignees/customers. The letter described the product, problem, and actions to be taken. The consignees/customers were instructed quarantine the device, pass the notice on to all who need to be aware within your organization, contact customer service to place a replacement order and receive an RMA number; and to complete a response form and return the recalled device for a replacement. If you have any questions, please call (512) 834-6302 or by email at desiree.hubby@djoglobal.com.
Quantity
20 units
Distribution
US Distribution to states of: PA, FL, ID, and CA.
Lot, serial or model codes
Lot: 180052L01
510(k) numbers
["K141990"]
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
PHX
Firm FEI
1000116912
Firm city
Austin
Firm state
TX
Firm country
not on file

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Published
2026-09-28
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