ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-2616-2014 ยท NKB Thoracolumbosacral Pedicle Screw System

PIONEER SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.

Streamline MIS Spinal Fixation System Fixed Rod Holder NON STERILE, Rx only The Streamline MIS Spinal Fixation System is intended for posterior, noncervical pedicle fixation, T1-S2. Pedicle screw fixation is limited to skeletally mature patients and is intended to be used as an adjunct to fusion. The device is indicated for all the following indications: degenerative disc disease (ODD) (defined

DateSep 9, 2014 (initiated Jun 14, 2013)
StatusTerminated
ReasonThe affected fixed rod holders did not allow the instrument to lock down on the spinal rod.
Root causeDevice Design
ActionPioneer Surgical sent a Product Field Action letter on July 7, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter described the affected product and issue, and provided instructions for return of the recalled product. All 9 affected instruments were returned to Pioneer Surgical, reconditioned and sent back to the field. Customers with questions were instructed to call 906-226-4489. For questions regarding this recall call 906-226-4812.
Quantity9
DistributionNationwide Distribution including TX, CA, IL, and FL.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K130286STREAMLINE MIS SPINAL FIXATION SYSTEM
Pioneer Surgical Technology, Inc., Apr 1, 2013