The Aequalis Pyrocarbon Humeral Heads. Shoulder implant component. Sold OUS only: a) Catalog # DWH039 - Diameter 39 mm Height 14 mm E...
FDA Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2291-2021.
Potential patient exposure to the graphite substrate.
Corrective Action (per FDA)
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2291-2021.
Recall ongoing. Follow firm instructions.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Tornier S.a.s. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.
Consumer Contact (per FDA)
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2291-2021.
Tornier S.A.S.
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Tornier S.a.s. Recall FAQ
Tornier S.a.s. is the subject of a medical implants safety report: The Aequalis Pyrocarbon Humeral Heads. Shoulder implant component. Sold OUS only: a) Catalog # DWH039 - Diameter 39 mm Height 14 mm E.... The notice was published on June 25, 2021 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 6,631 units are potentially affected.