The Aequalis Pyrocarbon Humeral Heads. Shoulder implant component. Sold OUS only: a) Catalog # DWH039 - Diameter 39
Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for The Aequalis Pyrocarbon Humeral Heads. Shoulder implant component. Sold OUS on by Tornier S.A.S.. Reason: Potential patient exposure to the graphite substrate..
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-2291-2021
Action Date
2021-08-25
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
The Aequalis Pyrocarbon Humeral Heads. Shoulder implant component. Sold OUS only: a) Catalog # DWH039 - Diameter 39 mm Height 14 mm Eccentric LOW (1.5) Material PyC/CoCr, b) Catalog # DWH041 - Diameter 41 m m Height 15 mm Eccentric LOW (1.5) Material PyC/CoCr, c) Catalog # DWH043 - Diameter 43 mm Height 16 mm Eccentric LOW (1.5) Material PyC/CoCr, d) Catalog # DWH046 - Diameter 46 mm Height 17 mm Eccentric LOW (1.5) Material PyC/CoCr, e) Catalog # DWH048 - Diameter 48 mm Height 18 mm Eccentric LOW (1.5) Material PyC/CoCr, f) Catalog # DWH050 - Diameter 50 mm Height 16 mm Eccentric LOW (1.5) Material PyC/CoCr, g) Catalog # DWH051 - Diameter 50 mm Height 19 mm Eccentric LOW (1.5) Material PyC/CoCr, h) Catalog # DWH052 - Diameter 52 mm Height 19 mm Eccentric LOW (1.5) Material PyC/CoCr, i) Catalog # - DWH053 - Diameter 52 mm Height 23 mm Eccentric LOW (1.5) Material PyC/CoCr, j) Catalog # DWH054 - Diameter 54 mm Height 23 mm Eccentric LOW (1.5) Material PyC/CoCr, k) Catalog # DWH139 - Diameter 39 mm Height 14 mm Eccentric HIGH (3.5) Material PyC/CoCr, l) Catalog # DWH141 - Diameter 41 mm Height 15 mm Eccentric HIGH (3.5) Material PyC/CoCr, m) Catalog # DWH143 - Diameter 43 mm Height 16 mm Eccentric HIGH (3.5) Material PyC/CoCr, n) Catalog # DWH146 - 46 mm Height 17 mm Eccentric HIGH (4) Material PyC/CoCr, o) Catalog # DWH148, - Diameter 48 mm Height 18 mm Eccentric HIGH (4) Material PyC/CoCr, p) Catalog # DWH150 - Diameter 50 mm Height 16 mm Eccentric HIGH (4) Material PyC/CoCr, q) Catalog # DWH151 - Diameter 50 mm Height 19 mm Eccentric HIGH (4) Material PyC/CoCr, r) Catalog # DWH152 - Diameter 52 mm Height 19 mm Eccentric HIGH (4) Material PyC/CoCr, s) Catalog # DWH153 - Diameter 52 mm Height 23 mm Eccentric HIGH (4) Material PyC/CoCr, t) Catalog # DWH154 - Diameter 54 mm Height 23 mm Eccentric HIGH (4) Material PyC/CoCr,
Lot/Code Info: All Lot Codes
Quantity Affected: 6631 units
Reason for Recall
Potential patient exposure to the graphite substrate.
Distribution
CA, CO, CT, FL, KS, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, OR, PA, TX and WI
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2021-06-25
Company
Montbonnot St Martin, N/A
Context & Analysis
This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.
This was one of 221 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.
Tornier S.A.S. has 15 FDA actions in our database, including 13 recalls and 2 clearances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class II recall?
A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Tornier S.A.S.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does Tornier S.A.S. have FDA actions?
Tornier S.A.S. has 15 FDA actions in our database, including 13 recalls and 2 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2291-2021" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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