Abstract: Objective To understand the inherent risk of metallic bone plate in clinic use, analyze its possible reasons and suggest corrective actions, so as to improve the safety and effectiveness of metallic bone plate. Methods Collecting the representative medical device adverse event of metallic bone plates. Related articles were also collected, analysed and concluded. Results and Conclusion There isa balance between profit and risk in any kind of post-marketed medical device. The inherent risk of metallic bone plates will cause different kinds of adverse events. So none but avoiding such risks and taking control measures can improve the safety and effectiveness of metallic bone plates.

Key words: metallic bone plates, adverse event, inherent risk