FDA-Device2026-04-01Class IIMISBRANDING
I.T.S. GmbH foot and hallux osteotomy locking plates recalled for MRI safety concerns
What this means
I.T.S. GmbH has recalled certain foot locking plates and hallux osteotomy locking plates used in orthopedic surgery. New MRI safety testing found that these implants may heat up more than expected during MRI scans under certain conditions, which was not fully described in the original instructions.
- If you have received one of these implants, contact your surgeon or orthopedist for guidance before undergoing an MRI scan.
- Provide your surgeon with the specific article number and lot number of your implant (found on your surgical records or implant card).
- Do not postpone necessary medical imaging—discuss MRI safety concerns with your healthcare provider to determine the safest approach for your care.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Updated MRI safety testing demonstrates higher RF-induced temperature increases under certain MRI conditions than previously reflected in the Instructions for Use (IFU).
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
US Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, AZ, BVI, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NE, NJ, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, TX, USVI, WV, W.
Affected count
15,517 units
Manufactured in
Autal 28, Lasnitzhohe, Austria
Products
FLS - Foot Locking Plates System and HOL - Hallux Osteotomy Locking Plate with the below descriptions and corresponding article numbers. 1. FLS - Foot Locking Plates System, Cancellous Stabilization Screw; Article Numbers: 37303-10, 37303-12, 37303-14, 37303-16, 37303-18, 37303-20, 37303-22, 37303-24, 37303-26, 37303-28, 37303-30. 2. FLS - Foot Locking Plates System, Cortical Screw; Article Numbers: 32271-10, 32271-12, 32271-14, 32271-16, 32271-18, 32271-20, 32271-22, 32271-24, 32271-26, 32271-28, 32271-32, 32271-34. 3. FLS - Foot Locking Plates System, Cortical Stabilization Screw; Article Numbers: 37304-10, 37304-12, 37304-14, 37304-16, 37304-18, 37304-20, 37304-22, 37304-24. 4. FLS - Foot Locking Plates System, FLS Plate, Curved; Article Numbers: 21413-6. 5. FLS - Foot Locking Plates System, FLS Plate, H-Shape; Article Numbers: 21431-ME. 6. FLS - Foot Locking Plates System, FLS Plate, L-Shape; Article Numbers: 21482, 21483. 7. FLS - Foot Locking Plates System, FLS Plate, Straight; Article Numbers: 21421-5. 8. FLS - Foot Locking Plates System, Stabilization Screw; Article Numbers: 37241-10, 37241-12, 37241-14, 37241-16, 37241-18, 37241-20, 37241-22, 37241-24, 37241-26, 37241-28, 37241-30. 9. HOL - Hallux Osteotomy Locking Plate, Hallux Osteotomy Plate; Article Numbers: 21015-08, 21015-09.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1605-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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