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Synthes USA HQ, Inc. recalls Variable Angle Locking Compression Plate/VA-LCP Dorsal Distal Radius Plate, Part Number 02.115.431. Indicated for: Do
Recalled March 27, 2013 · FDA recall Z-0956-2013 · Synthes USA HQ
Hazard
It was discovered that one of the VA-LCP Dorsal Distal Radius Plates was incorrectly etched as Part Number 02.115.431 (110 degree) instead of the correct Part Number 02.115.231 (90 degree). · FDA Class II
Units
4
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Distributed in the states of IN, OH, PA, and TX.
Description
It was discovered that one of the VA-LCP Dorsal Distal Radius Plates was incorrectly etched as Part Number 02.115.431 (110 degree) instead of the correct Part Number 02.115.231 (90 degree).
Product
Variable Angle Locking Compression Plate/VA-LCP Dorsal Distal Radius Plate, Part Number 02.115.431. Indicated for: Dorsally displaced fractures, Open joint reconstruction, and Corrective osteotomies after distal radius malunion.
Manufacturer(s)
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →