A.L.P.S. Clavicle Plating System, Plate, Fixation, Bone, Item Number 233500004 - Product Usage: i...

FDA Recall #Z-0882-2021 — Class II — December 23, 2020

Recall #Z-0882-2021 Date: December 23, 2020 Classification: Class II Status: Terminated

Product Description

A.L.P.S. Clavicle Plating System, Plate, Fixation, Bone, Item Number 233500004 - Product Usage: indicated for fixation of fractures, osteotomies and non-unions of the clavicle including osteopenic bone.

Reason for Recall

The instruments may become cold welded together when the drill is inserted through the Soft Tissue Guide. This prevents disassociation of the instruments and potentially leads to an increased chance of fracture of the drill.

Recalling Firm

Biomet, Inc. — Warsaw, IN

Classification

Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Product Type

Devices

Product Quantity

174 systems

Distribution

Nationwide distribution.

Code Information

Item: 233500004; Lot: 516349, 545167; UDI: (01)0088030483464(10)516349, (01)00880304834644(11)190208(10)545167

Status

Terminated

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated