Orthofix, Inc recalls L-Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Left or Right (Part Number): a) Left (003-E-00001L); b) Righ…

Recall date

April 6, 2018

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-2130-2018

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Orthofix, Inc

Sold / distributed

U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,

Why it was recalled

Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

L-Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Left or Right (Part Number): a) Left (003-E-00001L); b) Right (003-E-00001R)