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The GLOBAL UNITE Platform Shoulder System is intended recall

The GLOBAL UNITE Platform Shoulder System is intended for cemented or uncemented total shoulder or hemi-shoulder replacement procedures, Product…

Why was The GLOBAL UNITE Platform Shoulder System is intended recalled?

The screw in specific lots of the GLOBAL UNITE Anatomic Body and GLOBAL UNITE Fracture Body was inverted during assembly to the body, which will cause the humeral stem to sit proud and may cause surgical delays.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot # 8556802, 8556803, 8556804, 8556805, 8583381, 8556910, 8556951, 8605849, 8564487, 8572431, 8610357, 8527674.

Product
The GLOBAL UNITE Platform Shoulder System is intended for cemented or uncemented total shoulder or hemi-shoulder replacement procedures, Product…
Recalling firm
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Quantity
85
Distribution
Distribution Level: The device removal is extended to the companies US Distributors/Sales Offices and Medical Facilities that may have used, purchased, or received the affected devices. Approximately 53 units distributed to firm's international affiliates.
Recall date
March 21, 2018
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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