The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2877-2018·Announced 2018-08-29

TriMed Ulnar Osteotomy Compression Plate Recalled for Manufacturing Defect

TriMed Inc. is recalling 722 Ulnar Osteotomy Compression Plates because instrument holes are located on the wrong side of the plate.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the defect involves a structural error in a surgical implant that could lead to improper procedure execution, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

TriMed Inc. is recalling 722 units of the Ulnar Osteotomy Compression Plate, Short Model (UOCP-S). The recall affects Lot Numbers 10003 and 10017. These medical devices are intended for use in osteotomy procedures of the ulna and are provided non-sterile with required fixation screws and surgical instrumentation.

The recall was initiated because two instrument holes located on the side of the plate, which act to align the saw guide, are located on the wrong side of the plate. This manufacturing defect may affect the proper alignment of the saw guide during surgical procedures.

The affected products were distributed worldwide, specifically in the state of Texas and in the countries of Australia, China, and Sweden. Healthcare providers and patients who have used or may use these specific lots should contact TriMed Inc. for further instructions on how to proceed.

The recalled product

Product
Ulnar Osteotomy Compression Plate, Short Model: UOCP-S Product Usage: The UOCP-S is provided non-sterile with the required fixation screws and surgical instrumentation. The TriMed Ulnar Osteotomy Plate is intended for use in osteotomy procedures of the ulna.
Manufacturer
TriMed Inc.
Affected units
722

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Lot Numbers: 10003
  • 10017

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: