FDA PRODUCT CODE · CLASS II
OLO — Orthopedic Stereotaxic Instrument
Stereotaxic guidance during orthopedic surgery procedures. Indicated for Orthopedic joint or spine surgery. Neurological stereotaxic instruments are classified under product code HAW.
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What this classification requires
Every statement below is FDA’s own classification record for this product code, quoted from the device classification field reference. The SPEQ reading beneath each one is SPEQ’s interpretation of what it means for the work, and is not FDA text.
510(K)
SPEQ READINGA premarket notification under 21 CFR Part 807 Subpart E is the route for this code. The submission argues substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate, so the engineering question is which predicate the design can actually be compared against, and the evidence question is what testing supports that comparison.
Class II (moderate to high risk): general controls and special controls
SPEQ READINGSpecial controls are the distinguishing feature: performance standards, guidance documents, patient registries or postmarket surveillance named for the device type. Find the special controls before designing the test plan — they usually name the tests.
Device is eligible for The Voluntary Malfunction Summary Reporting Program
SPEQ READINGMalfunctions for this code may be reported in periodic summary form rather than as individual MDRs under 21 CFR Part 803. Eligibility is a property of the product code; using it is a decision the manufacturer makes and must be able to justify.
Not exempt due to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)/Quality System
SPEQ READINGThe full Quality Management System Regulation (21 CFR 820, incorporating ISO 13485:2016) applies, and is what an FDA inspection of this device will be conducted against.
Device is not implantable
SPEQ READINGNo implant-specific expectations attach from the classification itself.
Device is not used for life sustaining purposes
SPEQ READINGNo life-sustaining designation attaches to this code.
Device is not a candidate for a third party review program
SPEQ READINGFDA reviews any premarket notification for this code directly.
Other product codes under 21 CFR 882.4560
One regulation usually governs several product codes. These share this code’s regulation, and therefore its classification basis.
21 CFR 882.4560 — Stereotaxic instrument
The classification regulation for this product code, as published by the Office of the Federal Register. This is the regulation text itself — no SPEQ interpretation appears in it.
(a) Identification. A stereotaxic instrument is a device consisting of a rigid frame with a calibrated guide mechanism for precisely positioning probes or other devices within a patient's brain, spinal cord, or other part of the nervous system.
(b) Classification. Class II (performance standards).
Source: Electronic Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21. 21 CFR is a work of the United States Government and is in the public domain. SPEQ read this section on October 22, 2026. CFR is amended continuously, so verify against the source before acting on it: read 21 CFR 882.4560 on eCFR →
Recent clearances
Recent recalls
Robotic system square drive failed to meet design specifications potentially resulting in pin becoming stuck in square driver or the pin wobbling during drilling.
A navigation system used to aid in selection and positioning of orthopedic implant system components has a workstation that may contain a 15-inch MacBook Pro battery, subject to an Apple battery recall, that may overheat and pose a fire safety risk.
The NorthStar OCT Navigation Surgical Technique Guide (STG) incorrectly identified both Medtronic s Solera and Medtronic s Infinity system toolcards as compatible with the NorthStar OCT Navigation Instruments. However, the NorthStar OCT Navigation Instruments are compatible for use with Medtronic s
Due to an increase in complaint that the percutaneous reference pin would not fit into the patient reference frame or percutaneous pin adapter.
The Pin Guide is being recalled because the metal tube may disassemble from the plastic handle. This can result in the Blueprint Mixed Reality headset being unable to detect the Pin Guide and potentially prolonging surgery time or changing of surgical method from guided to conventional.
Due to two software anomalies that can occur within a spine procedure. Two issues are: 1. Navigation Orientation - when lateral orientation radiographic images are taken, information may appear flipped when utilizing the system (180 degree flipped). 2. Pop-up Message - when using CT+Fluouroscopy im
Stryker has identified an issue with the characterization process that impacted the constant values assigned to the associated MICS Handpieces.
Devices may not be rendered sterile due to an internal gap that may be present on some devices causing increased difficulty cleaning prior to steam sterilization. There is an increased risk for infection, inflammation, local toxicity, systemic toxicity, sensitivity, and cross-contamination.
Source: FDA device classification, 510(k)/PMA, and recall datasets. Recall entries count distinct FDA recall numbers, so one recall event affecting several products appears as several entries. Browse every product code SPEQ tracks →