GPS TM, G SURGICAL ANTERIOR CERVICAL PLATE SYSTEM +
K103070 · G Surgical Co., Ltd. · KWQ · Jan 12, 2011 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K103070
Device Name
GPS TM, G SURGICAL ANTERIOR CERVICAL PLATE SYSTEM +
Applicant
G Surgical Co., Ltd.
Product Code
KWQ · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Jan 12, 2011
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3060
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The GPS™, G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for use in anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF) surgery at levels C2-C7. The system is indicated for temporary stabilization of the anterior spine during the development of cervical fusions in skeletally mature patients with the following indications: - Degenerative Disc Disease (as defined by neck pain of the discogenic origin with . degeneration of disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies) - Trauma (including fractures) . - Tumors . - Deformities or curvatures (including kyphosis, lordosis, or scoliosis) . - Pseudarthrosis . - . Failed previous fusion - . Spondylolisthesis - . Spinal Stenosis
Device Story
GPS™ Anterior Cervical Plate System consists of titanium alloy bone plates, bone screws, and locking screws; used for temporary stabilization of anterior cervical spine during ACDF surgery. System components implanted by surgeons via anterior approach to provide fixation during fusion. Device provides mechanical support to vertebral bodies. Benefits include stabilization of spine to facilitate fusion in patients with degenerative, traumatic, or deformity-related conditions. System supplied non-sterile; specialized stainless steel instruments used for implantation and removal.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only, including static compression, dynamic compression, and static torsion performed in accordance with ASTM F1717.
Technological Characteristics
Implant components: Titanium alloy (ASTM F136). Instruments: Surgical instrument grade stainless steel. Form factor: Plates, bone screws, locking screws. Energy source: None (mechanical). Connectivity: None. Sterilization: Supplied non-sterile. Software: None.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients undergoing anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF) at levels C2-C7 for temporary stabilization. Conditions include degenerative disc disease, trauma/fractures, tumors, deformities (kyphosis, lordosis, scoliosis), pseudarthrosis, failed previous fusion, spondylolisthesis, and spinal stenosis. Contraindicated for screw attachment or fixation to posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar spine.
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.
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## 510(k) Summary
(as required by 21 CFR 807.92)
Submitted By:
Donald Grafton G Surgical Co., Ltd. 4218 Skvwav Dr Naples, FL 34112 Ph 239 919 4895 Fax 239 455 8988
JAN 1 2 2011
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Date:
Oct. 4, 2010
Sponsor:
G Surgical Co., Ltd. 152 Soi Ramkhamhaeng 138 Sapansung, Bangkok Thailand 10240
Trade Name: Common Name: Classification Name: Device Class:
Device/Product Code(s):
GPS ™, Anterior Cervical Plate System Anterior Cervical System Spinal Intervertebral Body Fixation Orthosis FDA proposed classification as Class II (888.3060) following Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Device Advisory Review, for the requested indications. Anterior Cervical Plates (KWQ) 21 CFR § 888.3060
| Predicate Devices: | K030866 Synthes CSLP | April 18, 2003 |
|--------------------|------------------------------------|----------------|
| | K000536 Synthes CSLP | May 15, 2000 |
| | K021461 Medtronic Atlantis Vision® | July 22, 2002 |
Device Description: The GPS™ G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System consists of a variety of shapes and sizes of bone plates, bone screws, locking screws, and associated instruments. Fixation is provided by bone screws, of various lengths, inserted into the vertebral body of the cervical spine using an anterior approach. The GPS™ G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System implant components are made from titanium alloy described by ASTM F136 and supplied non sterile. Specialized instruments made from surgical instrument grade stainless steel are available for the application and removal of the GPS ™, G Surgical Pedicle System implants.
Indications for Use: The GPS™, G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for use in anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF) surgery at levels C2-C7. The system is indicated for temporary stabilization of the anterior spine during the development of cervical fusions in skeletally mature patients with the following indications:
- Degenerative Disc Disease (as defined by neck pain of the discogenic origin with . degeneration of disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies)
- Trauma (including fractures) .
- Tumors .
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- Deformities or curvatures (including kyphosis, lordosis, or scoliosis) .
- Pseudarthrosis .
- . Failed previous fusion
- . Spondylolisthesis
- . Spinal Stenosis
Warning: The device is not intended for screw attachments or fixation to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic or lumbar spine.
Performance Data: Performance testing was performed on the GPS™ G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System included static compression, dynamic compression and static torsion in accordance with ASTM F1717. The test results demonstrate the GPS™ G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System is safe and effective and adequate for the intended use. No clinical testing was performed.
Substantial Equivalence: The GPS™ G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System is equivalent to the predicate devices in design, function and indications of use. The results of non clinical testing demonstrate that the mechanical performance of the GPS™ G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System is equivalent to the predicate devices. Thus the GPS™ G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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G Surgical Co., Ltd. % Mr. Donald Grafton 152 Soi Ramkhamhaeng 138 Sapansung, Bangkok Thailand 10240
JAN 1 2 2011
Re: K103070
Trade/Device Name: GPS™, G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3060 Regulation Name: Spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KWQ Dated: December 16, 2010 Received: December 17, 2010
Dear Mr. Grafton:
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
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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 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, "Mistranding 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/Resourcesfor-You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
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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
Device Name GPS™, G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System
JAN 1 2 2011
દ્વા
Indications for Use: The GPS™, G Surgical Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for use in anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF) surgery at levels C2-C7. The system is indicated for temporary stabilization of the anterior spine during the development of cervical fusions in skeletally mature patients with the following indications:
- Degenerative Disc Disease (as defined by neck pain of the discogenic origin with . degeneration of disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies)
- Trauma (including fractures) .
- Tumors
- Deformities or curvatures (including kyphosis, lordosis, or scoliosis) .
- Pseudarthrosis �
- � Failed previous fusion
- Spondylolisthesis .
- Spinal Stenosis .
Warning: This device is not approved for screw attachment or fixation to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic or lumbar spine.
x AND/OR Over the Counter Use Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
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510(k) Number_ K103070
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