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Zimmer, Inc. recalls Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System Distal Radial Volar Plate Lateral Column (1st generation stainless steel only)
Recalled August 6, 2014 · FDA recall Z-2131-2014 · Zimmer
Hazard
A complaint was received in which it was reported that an 8-hole plate from lot 62276042 had an enlarged hole that is unable to lock the screw, which resulted in the screw head pulling through plate hole. · FDA Class II
Units
28 units
Sold at
Worldwide Distribution - US including the states of CA and OH., and the countries of BRAZIL, CHINA, KOREA and TAIWAN.
Description
A complaint was received in which it was reported that an 8-hole plate from lot 62276042 had an enlarged hole that is unable to lock the screw, which resulted in the screw head pulling through plate hole.
Product
Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System Distal Radial Volar Plate Lateral Column (1st generation stainless steel only). Orthopedic fixation plate. For temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures.
Manufacturer(s)
Zimmer, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →