The Pioneer Poise Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for anterior cervical fixation for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (DDD) (defined as neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation), spinal stenosis, deformities or curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis), tumor, pseudoarthrosis, and failed previous fusion.
Device Story
System consists of titanium alloy plates and screws for anterior cervical spine fixation; includes static and dynamic plate designs (1-4 levels) to facilitate postoperative load sharing; features integrated Nitinol screw-retention mechanism. Used by surgeons in clinical settings to secure vertebral bodies; screws (4.0/4.5mm diameter, 10-20mm length) available in self-tapping or self-drilling configurations. Provides mechanical stabilization of cervical spine segments to promote fusion; benefits patients by addressing instability caused by degenerative disease, trauma, or deformity.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Mechanical performance characterized via static and fatigue compression bending and static torsion per ASTM F1717, and axial pullout strength per ASTM F543. Additional internal protocol testing assessed screw pull-through and retention characteristics.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Titanium alloy (ASTM F136) and Nitinol (ASTM F2063). Components: Plates (10-84mm) and screws (4.0/4.5mm diameter, 10-20mm length). Design: Static and dynamic (uni-directional axial movement) plates with integrated screw-retention mechanism. Energy source: None (manual surgical instrumentation).
Indications for Use
Indicated for anterior cervical fixation in patients with degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, trauma (fracture/dislocation), spinal stenosis, spinal deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis, lordosis), tumor, pseudoarthrosis, or failed previous fusion.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis is a device intended to be implanted made of titanium. It consists of various vertebral plates that are punched into each of a series of vertebral bodies. An eye-type screw is inserted in a hole in the center of each of the plates. A braided cable is threaded through each eye-type screw. The cable is tightened with a tension device and it is fastened or crimped at each eye-type screw. The device is used to apply force to a series of vertebrae to correct “sway back,” scoliosis (lateral curvature of the spine), or other conditions.
Predicate Devices
Pioneer Anterior Cervical (PAC) Plate System (K083663)
Pioneer SlimFuse Anterior Cervical Plating System (K072703)
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## 510(k) Summary
| Sponsor: | JUN - 4 2010<br>Pioneer Surgical Technology<br>375 River Park Circle<br>Marquette, MI 49855<br>(906) 225-5602<br>Contact: Emily M. Downs<br>Prepared May 20, 2010 |
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| Device Name: | Pioneer Poise Anterior Cervical Plate System |
| Classification<br>Name: | The classification of the Pioneer Poise Anterior Cervical Plate System is<br>Class II, as per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Section<br>888.3060: Spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis. |
| Product Codes: | The product code is KWQ. The Panel code is 87. |
| Predicate Device: | K083663- Pioneer Anterior Cervical (PAC) Plate System (SE 2/25/09)<br>K072703- Pioneer SlimFuse Anterior Cervical Plating System (SE 1/10/08)<br>K053053- Pioneer Anterior Cervical Plate System (SE11/16/05)<br>K043066- Pioneer Anterior Cervical Plate System (SE 2/3/05) |
| Description: | The Pioneer Poise Anterior Cervical Plate System consists of an assortment<br>of plates and screws. The screws are used to secure the plates to the<br>vertebral bodies of the cervical spine through an anterior approach. The<br>Poise system consists of static and dynamic plates in lengths that range<br>from 10-84mm and include one, two, three and four level designs. The<br>dynamic design provides for uni-directional axial movement for<br>postoperative load sharing between the plate and graft. The plates have an<br>integrated screw retention mechanism. Screws range from 10-20mm in<br>length, 4.0 or 4.5mm in diameter, and are available in self tapping or self<br>drilling. The plates and screws are manufactured from Titanium alloy<br>(ASTM F136) and Nitinol (ASTM F2063). |
| | The system also contains Class 1 manual surgical instruments and cases<br>that are considered exempt from premarket notification. |
| Intended Use: | The Pioneer Poise Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for anterior<br>cervical fixation for the following indications: degenerative disc disease<br>(DDD) (defined as neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the<br>disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis,<br>trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation), spinal stenosis, deformities or curvatures<br>(i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis), tumor, pseudoarthrosis, and failed<br>previous fusion. |
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The subject device has indications for use identical to those of the predicate Comparison to Predicate Devices: PAC system and employs the same principles of operation. Identical materials are used for both subject and predicate plates and screws. A vailable screw lengths (10-20mm), screw diameters (4.0/4.5mm), overall plate length (10-84mm), and plate types (one, two, three and four level; static and dynamic) are identical for both systems.
The Pioneer Poise Anterior Cervical Plate System plates and screws are Material: manufactured from titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V ELI, according to ASTM The plates incorporate a screw-retention mechanism ("spring"), F136). which is manufactured from Nitinol (ASTM F2063).
Non-Clinical Mechanical testing was presented to characterize construct and component performance, including testing static and fatigue compression bending and Performance Data: static torsion per recognized ASTM F1717, axial pullout screw strength per ASTM F543, and additional testing performed per internal protocols to assess screw pull through plate and screw retention characteristics. The test results of verification testing demonstrate that the mechanical performance of the Pioneer Poise Anterior Cervical Plate System is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
Comparisons of device performance data, materials, indications and Performance and design/function to predicate devices were provided in making a SE Determination: determination of substantial equivalence.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
## JUN - 4 2010
Pioneer Surgical Technology % Ms. Emily M. Downs 375 River Park Circle Marquette, Michigan 49855
Re: K100708
Trade/Device Name: Pioneer Poise Anterior Cervical Plate Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3060 Regulation Name: Spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KWQ Dated: April 13, 2010 Received: April 14, 2010
Dear Ms. Downs:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate 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) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). 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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you; however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical
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device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely vours.
Sincerely yours,
Mark M. Mulkerson
Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Surgical, Orthopedic And Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use Statement
510(k) Number (if known): K100708
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Indications for Use:
The Pioneer Poise Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for anterior cervical fixation for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (DDD) (defined as neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation), spinal stenosis, deformities or curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis), tumor, pseudoarthrosis, and
Pioneer-Poise Anterior Cervical Plate
Prescription Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)
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Over-the-Counter Use
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
failed previous fusion.
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