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Device 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.

Z-0131-2016

September 15, 2015

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Encore Medical, Lp
Event
Event 72208
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
20 units
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0131-2016

Official wording

Reason: Difficulty assembling the shell trial to the broach and the retaining ring disassembled from the screw.

Code information: Lot: 180052L01

Distribution pattern: US Distribution to states of: PA, FL, ID, and CA.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Difficulty assembling the shell trial to the broach and the retaining ring disassembled from the screw.