K020236 · Encore Orthopedics, Inc. · KWP · Feb 14, 2002 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K020236
Device Name
MODIFICATION TO PASS SPINAL SYSTEM
Applicant
Encore Orthopedics, Inc.
Product Code
KWP · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Feb 14, 2002
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3050
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The PASS Spinal System consists of pedicle screws, rods, nuts and crosslink members utilized to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine: degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurological impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis). As a pedicle screw system, the PASS Spinal System is intended for the treatment of severe spondylolisthesis (Grade 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebrae in skeletally mature patients receiving fusion by autogenous bone graft having implants attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (L3 to sacrum) with removal of the implants after the attainment of a solid fusion. When used as a posterior, non-cervical, non-pedicle screw fixation syste, the PASS Spinal System is intended for hook fixation from T1 to the illium/sacrum. The non-pedicle screw indications are spondylolisthesis, degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies), deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis and lordosis), tumor, pseudoarthrosis, trauma (fracture or dislocation) and/or previous failed fusion surgery.
Device Story
PASS Spinal System is a pedicle screw and rod-plate fixation system; components include 4.5mm polyaxial pedicle screws and crosslink assemblies (nut, rod, clamp). Device provides immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments; crosslinks provide torsional stability to construct. Used in thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine; implanted by surgeons during spinal fusion procedures. System components are manufactured from titanium alloy. Output is a rigid construct to facilitate bone fusion; implants are intended for removal after solid fusion is achieved.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data; bench testing only.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V) per ASTM F136. Components: Polyaxial pedicle screws, rods, nuts, and crosslink assemblies. Connectivity: None (mechanical implant).
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients requiring spinal immobilization and stabilization as an adjunct to fusion for thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine conditions including degenerative spondylolisthesis, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, pseudarthrosis, and degenerative disc disease.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A spinal interlaminal fixation orthosis is a device intended to be implanted made of an alloy, such as stainless steel, that consists of various hooks and a posteriorly placed compression or distraction rod. The device is implanted, usually across three adjacent vertebrae, to straighten and immobilize the spine to allow bone grafts to unite and fuse the vertebrae together. The device is used primarily in the treatment of scoliosis (a lateral curvature of the spine), but it also may be used in the treatment of fracture or dislocation of the spine, grades 3 and 4 of spondylolisthesis (a dislocation of the spinal column), and lower back syndrome.
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# 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
- (1) Submitter's name: Submitter's address: Submitter's telephone number: Contact person: Date summary prepared:
Encore Orthopedics, Inc. 9800 Metric Blvd, Austin, TX 78758 (512) 834-6255 Joanna Droege February 7, 2002
- Trade or proprietary device name: PASS Spinal System (2) Pedicle screw spinal system Common or usual name: Class II Classification name:
- (3) Legally marketed predicate device: PASS Splnal System (K001024)
## (4) Subject device description:
The PASS Spinal System consists of pedicle screws, rod-plates, nuts and crosslink members. It can be used for single or multiple level fixation. All components are manufactured from titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V) that conforms to ASTM F136.
The additional components that are the subject of this Special 510(k) submission are 04.5mm polyaxial pedicle screws and crosslinks (Exhibit I). The pedicle screws are the same design as the polyaxial screws cleared in K001024. The crosslinks are nut, rod and clamp assemblies that hook onto the rods of the assembled PASS Spinal System (K001024) to provide torsional stability to the construct.
#### (5) Sublect device intended use:
The PASS Spinal System consists of pedicle screws, rods, nuts and crosslink members utilized to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fysion in the treatment of the following acute and chronic instabilities of thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine: degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurological Impairment, fracture, dislocation, scollosis, splnal turnor, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis).
As a pedicle screw system, the PASS Spinal System is Intended for the treatment of severe spondylolisthesis (Grade 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebrae in skeletally mature patients receiving fusion by autogenous bone graft having implants attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (L3 to sacrum) with removal of the implants after the attainment of a solid fusion.
When used as a posterior, non-cervical, non-pedicle screw fixation syste, the PASS Spinal System is intended for hook fixation from T1 to the illum/sacrum. The non-pedicle screw indications are spondylolisthesis, degenerative disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies), deformitles (scoliosis, kyphosis and lordosis), turnor, pseudoarthrosis, trauma (fracture or dislocation) and/or previous failed fusion surgery.
#### (6) Performance data:
The Food and Drug Administration have established no performance standards applicable to pedicle screw spinal systems.
## Basis for substantial equivalence: (7)
The PASS Spinal System 4.5 mm Screws and Crosslinks is similar in design, materials and indications to the PASS Spinal System (K001024).
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
FEB 1 4 2002
Ms. Joanna Droege Regulatory/QA Manager Encore Orthopedics 9800 Metric Boulevard Austin, Texas 78758
K020236 Re: Trade Name: PASS Spinal System Regulatory Number: 21 CFR 888.3070 and 888.3050 Regulation Name: Pedicle Screw Spinal System, Spondylolisthesis Spinal Fixation Device System, Spinal Interlaminal Fixation Orthosis Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MNH, MNI, KWP Dated: January 21, 2002 Received: January 23, 2002
Dear Ms. Droege:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4659. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or at (301) 443-6597, or at its Internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours.
Miriam C. Provost
for Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Number (if known): _ KO20236
PASS Spinal System 4.5 mm Screws and Crosslinks Device Name:
Indications For Use:
# PASS Spinal System 4.5 mm Screws and Crosslinks Indications For Use
The PASS Spinal System consists of pedicle screws, rods, nuts and crosslink members utilized to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine: degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurological impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal turnor, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis).
As a pedicle screw system, the PASS Spinal System is intended for the treatment of severe spondylolisthesis (Grade 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebrae in skeletally mature patients receiving fusion by autogenous bone graft having implants attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (L3 to sacrum) with removal of the implants after the attainment of a solid fusion.
When used as a posterior, non-cervical, non-pedicle screw fixation syste, the PASS Spinal System is intended for hook fixation from T1 to the illium/sacrum. The non-pedicle screw indications are spondification disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies), deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis and lordosis), tumor, pseudoarthrosis, trauma (fracture or dislocation) and/or previous failed fusion surgery.
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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