PATHWAY
Device Facts
| Record ID | K080281 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | PATHWAY |
| Applicant | Custom Spine, Inc. |
| Product Code | MAX · Orthopedic |
| Decision Date | May 1, 2008 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 888.3080 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Indications for Use
The PATHWAY Interbody Fusion Device(s) is intended for spinal fusion procedure at one or two contiguous levels (L2-S1) in skeletally mature patients with degenerative Disc Diseases (DDD). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. DDD may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved levels. These patients may have had a previous non-fusion spinal surgery at the involved spinal level(s). The PATHWAY Interbody Fusion device is intended to be used with supplemental spinal fixation systems that have been cleared for lumbosacral spine (i.e. posterior pedicle screws and rod systems , anterior plate systems, and anterior screw and rod systems. The device(s) is intended to be used with autogenous bone graft. Patients must have undergone a regiment of at least (6) months of non-operative treatment prior to being treated with the PATHWAY Device. The PATHWAY device can be used in one of two methods: Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) Used as a TLIF, a single device is implanted in the appropriate location to provide support for a transforaminal approached surgery Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF) Used as a PLIF, multiple devices are implanted in the appropriate locations to provide support to the spine for a posterior surgery.
Device Story
PATHWAY Interbody Fusion Device is a PEEK-OPTIMA implant with titanium markers for intra-operative and post-operative radiographic localization. Rectangular geometry with serrated superior/inferior surfaces for anchorage; contains internal void for autogenous bone graft. Implanted by surgeons via TLIF (single device) or PLIF (multiple devices) approaches in the lumbosacral spine. Used in conjunction with cleared supplemental spinal fixation systems (pedicle screws/rods, plates). Provides structural support to the intervertebral space to facilitate spinal fusion. Single-use device provided non-sterile; requires facility-based sterilization.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance data compared to predicate devices per ASTM F2077 and ASTM F2267.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: PEEK-OPTIMA (ASTM F2026) and Titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V (ASTM F136). Form factor: Rectangular, various widths/lengths/heights, 0 or 6-degree lordosis. Serrated surface for anchorage. Non-sterile; user-sterilized. Standalone mechanical implant.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels (L2-S1). DDD defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration confirmed by history/radiography, including up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis. Includes patients with prior non-fusion spinal surgery. Requires 6 months of failed non-operative treatment. Must be used with supplemental fixation and autogenous bone graft.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An intervertebral body fusion device is an implanted single or multiple component spinal device made from a variety of materials, including titanium and polymers. The device is inserted into the intervertebral body space of the cervical or lumbosacral spine, and is intended for intervertebral body fusion.
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls) for intervertebral body fusion devices that contain bone grafting material. The special control is the FDA guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device.” See § 888.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.(2) Class III (premarket approval) for intervertebral body fusion devices that include any therapeutic biologic (e.g., bone morphogenic protein). Intervertebral body fusion devices that contain any therapeutic biologic require premarket approval. (c) *Date premarket approval application (PMA) or notice of product development protocol (PDP) is required.* Devices described in paragraph (b)(2) of this section shall have an approved PMA or a declared completed PDP in effect before being placed in commercial distribution.