SBi RingFix Olive Wires Product Usage: These are temporary devices indicated for: osteosynthesis of fractures with small osteoarticular fragments, fixation of open and closed fractures, arthrodesis, sepsis, limb lengthening, and osteotomy.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    item #451-3004, lot V3R0R.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Small Bone Innovations, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Small Bone Innovations (SBI) is recalling non-sterile RingFIX Olive Wires labeled as item #451-3004 Drill tip 1.8 mm diameter 400mm olive k-wire packaged with item #451-3005 Bayonet tip 1.8mm diameter 400mm olive k-wire inside.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

SBi RingFix Olive Wires Product Usage: These are temporary devices indicated for: osteosynthesis of fractures with small osteoarticular fragments, fixation of open and closed fractures, arthrodesis, sepsis, limb lengthening, and osteotomy.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

item #451-3004, lot V3R0R.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1720-2014

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