This alert has been issued to reduce
the risk of wrong selection of dynamic compression plates and reconstruction
plates used for fixation of fractures.
To reduce the risk of mis-selection,
providers are asked to ensure that reconstruction plates are purchased as
individually sterilised packs, stored separately and only fetched and taken out
of sterile packaging when specifically required. Providers are also asked to
identify all patients who had a plate fitted since 1 February 2018 for the
treatment of shaft fractures and undertake a retrospective review of patient
X-rays to ensure the correct plate was used.