FDAJune 27, 2023device
Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate (ZPLP) Distal Lateral Femoral Plate 6 holes 159 mm Length-Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures, including comminuted fractures, supracondylar fractures, intra-articular and extra-articular condylar fractures, f...
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.
The hazard
Thread form issue of the locking holes in that the locking screws would not properly mate with the plate. The improperly mated screw may not be readily recognizable by the user since the screw may not correctly lock.
What to do
FDA enforcement status: Ongoing
Brands named
zimmer
UPCs
008902405594000235710106
Recall history
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