ModerateClass IITerminated

FDA Devices recall · Reported October 26, 2016

RTI Surgical Streamline OCT Occipito-Cervico-Thoracic Spinal Rod, CoCr, 3.2mm (D) x 240mm (L) Product Usage: When intended to promote fusion of the cervical spine and occipitocervico-thoracic junction (occiput-T3), the Streamline OCT Occipito-Cervico-Thoracic System is intended for: degenerative disc disease (as defined by neck or back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, fracture/ dislocat

Q: Which agency issued this recall?

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 26, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0290-2017.

Q: Where was the recalled product distributed?

Distribution: US Nationwide Distribution in the states of: AL, CA, CO, FL, IN, IL, MI, MO, MS, NC, NY, OK, TN, TX, and VA,..

Q: Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?

Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

RTI Surgical Inc. (RTI) is conducting a voluntary recall on two specific lots of the Streamline¿ OCT Straight Rod, CoCr. 3.2mm (D) x 240mm (L) due to the potential for small crac…

Recall #: Z-0290-2017
Affected scope: 66
Initiated: September 16, 2016

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Rti Surgical, Inc. (dba Pioneer Surgical Technology, Inc.) recalled RTI Surgical Streamline OCT Occipito-Cervico-Thoracic Spinal Rod, CoCr, 3.2mm (D) x 240mm… - a moderate-severity action.

RTI Surgical Streamline OCT Occipito-Cervico-Thoracic Spinal Rod, CoCr, 3.2mm (D) x 240mm… was recalled by Rti Surgical, Inc. (dba Pioneer Surgical Technology, Inc.) in October 26, 2016. Reason: RTI Surgical Inc. (RTI) is conducting a voluntary recall on two specific lots of the Streamline¿ OCT Straight…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0290-2017 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Rti Surgical, Inc. (dba Pioneer Surgical Technology, Inc.) issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-RTI Surgical Inc. (RTI) is conducting a voluntary recall on two specific lots of the Streamline¿ OCT Straight….

Moderate
severity level: 66 units
affected scope: Class II
classification: October 26, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0290-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

RTI Surgical Streamline OCT Occipito-Cervico-Thoracic Spinal Rod, CoCr, 3.2mm (D) x 240mm (L) Product Usage: When intended to promote fusion of the cervical spine and occipitocervico-thoracic junction (occiput-T3), the Streamline OCT Occipito-Cervico-Thoracic System is intended for: degenerative disc disease (as defined by neck or back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, fracture/ dislocation, atlanto/axial fracture with instability, occipito-cervical dislocation, deformities or curvature, tumors, pseudoarthrosis, and revision of previous cervical and upper thoracic spine surgery. The occipital bone screws are limited to occipital fixation only. The use of the pedicle screws (standard and high angle) is limited to placement in the upper thoracic spine (T1-T3) in treating thoracic conditions only. The pedicle screws are not intended for use in the cervical spine. The hooks, connectors, and rods are also intended to provide stabilization to promote fusion following reduction of fracture/ dislocation or trauma in the cervical/ upper thoracic (C1-T3) spine.

Reason for recall

RTI Surgical Inc. (RTI) is conducting a voluntary recall on two specific lots of the Streamline¿ OCT Straight Rod, CoCr. 3.2mm (D) x 240mm (L) due to the potential for small cracks to be present on the rods. The small cracks on the rods used in implants could cause reduced strength of these affected implants, and lead to patient injury.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class	Moderate (Class II)
Status	Terminated
Recall number	Z-0290-2017
Date reported	October 26, 2016
Date initiated	September 16, 2016
Recalling firm	Rti Surgical, Inc. (dba Pioneer Surgical Technology, Inc.)
Firm location	Marquette, MI
Affected scope	66
Distribution	US Nationwide Distribution in the states of: AL, CA, CO, FL, IN, IL, MI, MO, MS, NC, NY, OK, TN, TX, and VA,.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

66 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall

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Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -

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Why was this product recalled? ▼

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 26, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0290-2017.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: US Nationwide Distribution in the states of: AL, CA, CO, FL, IN, IL, MI, MO, MS, NC, NY, OK, TN, TX, and VA,..

Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼

Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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