K052426 · Smith & Nephew, Inc. · MEH · Dec 7, 2005 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K052426
Device Name
SMITH & NEPHEW MODULAR HIP
Applicant
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Product Code
MEH · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Dec 7, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Abbreviated
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3353
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Total hip components are indicated for uncemented use in individuals undergoing primary and revision surgery where other treatments or devices have failed in rehabilitating hips damaged as a result of trauma, inflammatory joint disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, or noninflammatory degenerative joint disease (NIDJD) or any of its composite diagnoses such as osteoarthritis; avascular necrosis; traumatic arthritis; slipped capital epiphysis; fused hip; fracture of the pelvis; diastrophic variant; old, remote osteomyelitis with an extended drainage-free period; nonunion, femoral neck fracture and trochanteric fractures of the proximal femur with head involvement that are unmanageable using other techniques; femoral osteotomy, or Girdlestone resection; fracture dislocation of the hip; and correction of deformity. Smith & Nephew Modular Hip components are for single use only.
Device Story
Modular hip prosthesis system consisting of primary and revision stems with porous and HA-coated modular sleeves; features 12/14 taper; compatible with existing Smith & Nephew femoral heads and acetabular components. Used by orthopedic surgeons in clinical settings for hip arthroplasty. Device provides structural replacement for damaged hip joints; restores joint function; alleviates pain associated with degenerative or traumatic hip conditions. Components are single-use.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Mechanical test data indicates the device is equivalent to currently used clinical devices and capable of withstanding expected in vivo loading without failure.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Ti-6Al-4V (ASTM F 1472, ASTM F 136). Design: Modular hip stems and sleeves with 12/14 taper. Standards: ISO 7206-4 (1989), ASTM F67, ASTM F1472, ASTM F 136. Single-use.
Indications for Use
Indicated for individuals undergoing primary or revision hip surgery due to trauma, inflammatory joint disease (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis), or noninflammatory degenerative joint disease (e.g., osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, traumatic arthritis, slipped capital epiphysis, fused hip, pelvic fracture, nonunion, femoral neck/trochanteric fractures, femoral osteotomy, Girdlestone resection, fracture dislocation, or deformity) where other treatments have failed.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A hip joint metal/ceramic/polymer semi-constrained cemented or nonporous uncemented prosthesis is a device intended to be implanted to replace a hip joint. This device limits translation and rotation in one or more planes via the geometry of its articulating surfaces. It has no linkage across-the-joint. The two-part femoral component consists of a femoral stem made of alloys to be fixed in the intramedullary canal of the femur by impaction with or without use of bone cement. The proximal end of the femoral stem is tapered with a surface that ensures positive locking with the spherical ceramic (aluminium oxide, A12 03 ) head of the femoral component. The acetabular component is made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene or ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene reinforced with nonporous metal alloys, and used with or without bone cement.
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### Smith & Nephew, Inc. Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Smith & Nephew Modular Hip Line Additions
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#### Contact Person and Address
Bate of Summary: September 1, 2005
Jason Sells Regulatory Affairs Specialist Smith & Nephew, Inc. Orthopaedic Division 1450 Brooks Road Memphis, TN 38116 (901) 399-5520
Name of Device: Smith & Nephew Modular Hip Common Name: Prosthetic hip joint
#### Device Description
The Smith & Nephew Modular Hip consists of primary and revision stems used with porous and HA coated modular sleeves. The stems feature a 12/14 taper and are used with existing Smith & Nephew femoral heads and acetabular components. Modular hip stems and sleeves are manufactured from Ti-6Al-4V conforming to ASTM F 1472 or ASTM F 136.
#### Device Classification
21 CFR 888.3353 Hip joint metal/ceramic/polymer semi-constrained cemented or nonporous uncemented prosthesis - Class II
#### Mechanical and Clinical Data
A review of the mechanical test data indicated that the Smith & Nephew Modular Hip is equivalent to devices currently used clinically and is capable of withstanding expected in vivo loading without failure.
#### Indications for Use
Total hip components are indicated for uncemented use in individuals undergoing primary and revision surgery where other treatments or devices have failed in rehabilitating hips damaged as a result of trauma, inflammatory joint disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, or noninflammatory degenerative joint disease (NIDJD) or any of its composite diagnoses such as osteoarthritis; avascular necrosis; traumatic arthritis; slipped capital epiphysis; fused hip; fracture of the pelvis; diastrophic variant; old, remote osteomyelitis with an extended drainage-free period; nonunion, femoral neck fracture and trochanteric fractures of the proximal femur with head involvement that are unmanageable using other techniques; femoral osteotomy, or Girdlestone resection; fracture dislocation of the hip; and correction of deformity. Smith & Nephew Modular Hip components are for single use only.
#### Substantial Equivalence Information
The substantial equivalence of the Smith & Nephew Modular Hip is based on its similarities in indications for use, design features, operational principles, and material composition to the following predicate devices - Joint Medical Products S-ROM Total Hip System (K92111), K934412, K954935, and K961939), the Smith & Nephew Synergy Hip System (K963509, K991485, and K002996), and the Smith & Nephew Modular Hip System (K042127). The subject devices are line addition components to the Smith & Nephew Modular Hip System cleared via K042127,
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# Standards Data Form for Abbreviated 510(k)s
510(k) Number: K052126
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Standard Organization No:
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Standard Identification No: ISO 7206-4 (1989)
ASTM F67
ASTM F1472, ASTM
ASTM F 136
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CDRH Internal Reference No:
| Declaration of Conformity Elements: | |
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| Any Adaptations Applied | yes no |
| Any Requirements Not Applicable | yes no |
| Any Deviations Applied | yes no |
| Any Differences in Device Tested and Finished Product | yes no |
| *Is There a Third Party or Test Lab Involved | yes no |
Was there another standard used in the review of this submission? yes no
If another standard was used, please fill out an additional form.
* This is not the third party that reviews 510ks
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DEC 7 2005 Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Jason Sells Regulatory Affairs Specialist Smith &Nephew, Inc Orthopaedic Division 1450 Brooks Road Memphis, Tennessee 38116
Re: K052426
Trade/Device Name: Smith & Nephew Modular Hip Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3353 Regulation Name: Hip joint metal/ceramic/polymer semi-constrained cemented or nonporous uncemented prosthesis Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MEH Dated: November 29, 2005 Received: November 30, 2005
Dear Mr. Sells:
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If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class II (PMA), in II your device is classified (600 a0070) ins. Existing major regulations affecting your device can
may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulation FDA Inay be subject to satin additions, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may oc found in the Ood of reants concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) This letter will anow you to oegin marketing your and equivalence of your device to a legally premarket notification. The PDA maing of basification 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), please If you desire specific advice for your act (240) 276-0120. Also, please mote the regulation entitled, and "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain Misbranding by reference to premaintential international the Act from the Division of Small other general informational and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or Manufacturers, Internet andress http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours,
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San Mark N. Melkerson
Acting Director Acting Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
KOS 2476 510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: Smith & Nephew Modular Hip
Indications for Use:
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メ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
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