medical MODERATE Updated 2017-02-22

Acumed LLC recalls 6-hole Pubic Symphysis plate (PN 70-0451). The pelvic bone

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Recalled Product

6-hole Pubic Symphysis plate (PN 70-0451). The pelvic bone plates for the pelvic ring are a series of plates with varying lengths that function as internal fixation devices for fractures, fusions and osteotomies of the pelvic ring. The plates are strategically pre-contoured where beneficial to the application, and they are secured to the bone with 3.5mm non-locking screws. The Acumed pelvic ring plate is the Pubic Symphysis Plate. The Acumed Pelvic Plating System is intended for use by surgeons with orthopedic training and knowledge of the indications and techniques required for fixation. The device is to be implanted by the surgeon in a sterile operating room setting.

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Hazard / Issue

The 6-hole Pubic Symphysis plate (PN 70-0451) is specified to be made of Commercially Pure Titanium (ASTM F67 - CP Grade 4). However, batch 383813 was manufactured out of Titanium Alloy (Ti-6Al- 4V ELI per ASTM F135  Ti alloy) and was distributed.

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FDA

Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - Costa Rica, Malaysia, Mexico, South Africa, and Spain
Lot/Code Info: Lot number: 383813

✅ What Should You Do?

  1. 1Contact your healthcare provider immediately to discuss this recall.
  2. 2Stop using the device if it is safe to do so, and contact your provider.
  3. 3Follow the manufacturer's remedy instructions provided in the recall notice.
  4. 4Report device problems to FDA MedWatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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