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Sports Medicine implants
available through RTI:
Tibialis and Peroneus Tendons
Hamstring Tendons
Bone-Patellar-Bone Tendons
Achilles Tendons
Meniscus
More than a million implants sterilized with
ZERO incidence of allograft associated infection.
It’s not our goal.
It’s our track record.
About RTI Biologics Inc.
RTI Biologics, Inc. is the leading provider of sterilized biological
implants for surgeries around the world, with a commitment
to advancing science, safety and innovation. RTI prepares
donated human tissue and bovine tissue for transplantation
through extensive testing and screening; precision shaping;
and proprietary, validated sterilization processes.
RTI’s worldwide corporate headquarters are located in
Alachua, Florida, with international facilities in Neunkirchen,
Germany, and Bologne, France. In the U.S., the company is
accredited by the American Association of Tissue Banks.
This patient information brochure is provided
as an educational service by:
11621 Research Circle • Alachua, FL 32615
Call 800.624.7238 • Visit www.rtibiologics.com
5281 R1 10-19-09

While the human body is amazingly resilient, it can sometimes be
pushed beyond its limits. If your doctor has told you that you need
a tissue implant to repair damage done to your body, we have
some reassuring news.
At RTI Biologics, Inc. (RTI), we have provided more than
two million tissue implants with zero incidence of allograft
associated infection. Yet we understand that you probably have
many questions. This pamphlet is designed to help answer
them.
What is allograft?
An allograft is tissue taken from one person for transplantation
into another. This can include bone, tendons, ligaments, skin and
heart valves.
Allografts have been used successfully in various medical
procedures for more than 150 years. About one million allografts
are transplanted each year in the United States.
Where does the tissue come from?
Tissue donation is a gift given to enhance the quality of life for
others. It is strictly voluntary; the donor must have consented
before death or the donor’s family must consent to the donation
after death.
After consent is obtained, potential donors are thoroughly
screened for risk factors and medical conditions that would
rule out donation. This screening includes interviews with family
members, evaluation of medical and hospital records, and a
physical assessment of the donor.
Recovery of the tissue is performed with respect for the donor
using surgical techniques.
What types of sports medicine
surgeries use allograft implants?
RTI prepares allografts for use in sports-medicine procedures
such as:
• Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair
• Meniscal replacement
• Joint reconstruction in the knee and ankle
• Shoulder repair
• Cartilage repair
What are the benefits
of allografts?
Allografts are a natural alternative to synthetic and metal
implants. However, unlike synthetic or metal implants,
allografts incorporate into your body.
A surgeon’s only other choice is called an autograft, which
takes tissue from one part of your body for transplantation
to another part. Using an allograft eliminates the need for a
second surgery site. By eliminating this second surgery site,
allograft helps avoid additional pain, risk and possible longer
hospital stay.
It is important to discuss any questions or concerns with your
physician before your surgery.
Type of
graft
Incorporation
into your
body?
How safe are allografts?
RTI allografts are sterilized, just like other medical devices
used in your surgery. Thanks to our groundbreaking
sterilization process, BioCleanse ® , there has been zero
incidence of donor to recipient disease transmission.
Why is sterilization
important to you?
Second surgery
site needed?
Allograft Yes No
Autograft Yes Yes
Synthetic No No
Not all companies process in a manner that reduces the risk
of donor to recipient disease transmission. If you are receiving
an allograft implant, be sure to ask your surgeon for tissue
from RTI Biologics.
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