K112736 · Medicrea International · JDQ · Feb 1, 2012 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K112736
Device Name
PASS LP SPINAL
Applicant
Medicrea International
Product Code
JDQ · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Feb 1, 2012
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3010
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The LigaPASS is a temporary implant for use in orthopedic surgery on skeletally mature patients. The system is intended to provide temporary stabilization as a bone anchor during the development of solid bony fusion and aid in the repair of bone fractures. The indications for use include the following applications: Spinal trauma surgery, used in sublaminar, interspinous, or facet wiring techniques; Spinal reconstructive surgery, incorporated into constructs for the purpose of correction of spinal deformities such as scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis; Spinal degenerative surgery, as an adjunct to spinal fusions; The LigaPASS may also be used in conjunction with other medical implants made of titanium or cobalt chrome alloy whenever "wiring" may help secure the attachment of other implants.
Device Story
LigaPASS is a temporary orthopedic bone anchor system; connects spinal rods to vertebrae. Components include connector body, rod set screw, locking set screw, and polyester band. Used in spinal surgery (trauma, reconstruction, degenerative) to provide stabilization during bony fusion or fracture repair. Operated by surgeons in clinical settings. Device allows independent tightening of rod and bone anchor. Can be used with titanium or cobalt chrome implants. Benefits patient by securing constructs and facilitating spinal stabilization.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical studies were performed. Substantial equivalence is supported by non-clinical bench testing conducted per ASTM F1717 and ASTM F1798, including static load-to-failure (torsion, compression bending, tension) and dynamic compression bending and tension testing.
Technological Characteristics
Temporary bone fixation cerclage system. Components: connector body, rod set screw, locking set screw, polyester band. Materials: titanium or cobalt chrome alloy compatibility. Testing performed per ASTM F1717 (spinal implant constructs) and ASTM F1798 (interconnection mechanisms). Mechanical fixation principle.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients undergoing orthopedic surgery requiring temporary bone stabilization or fracture repair, including spinal trauma (sublaminar, interspinous, or facet wiring), spinal reconstruction (scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis), and spinal degenerative surgery (adjunct to fusion).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A bone fixation cerclage is a device intended to be implanted that is made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, and that consists of a metallic ribbon or flat sheet or a wire. The device is wrapped around the shaft of a long bone, anchored to the bone with wire or screws, and used in the fixation of fractures.
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## 510(K) SUMMARY
| Trade Name | LigaPASS |
|------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Classification Name | Bone Fixation Cerclag |
| Class | Class II |
| Product Code | JDQ |
| CFR section | 888.3010 |
| Device panel | Orthopedic |
| Legally marketed predicate devices | Universal Clamp System (Abbott Spine)=K060009 |
| Reason for Special 510(k) | Additional components |
| Submitter | MEDICREA International<br>14 Porte du Grand Lyon<br>01700 Neyron, France |
| Contact | J.D. Webb<br>1001 Oakwood Blvd<br>Round Rock, TX 78681<br>512-388-0199<br>E-Mail: ortho.medix@sbcglobal.net |
#### GENERAL INFORMATION 1.
### 2. PREDICATE DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The Universal Clamp System is a temporary orthopedic implant intended to provide stabilization during the development of solid bony fusion and aid in the repair of bone fractures. The device system is designed to be incorporated into constructs and used in conjunction with other medical implants.
The indications for use include, but are not limited to, the following applications: Spinal trauma surgery, used in sublaminar, interspinous or facet wiring techniques; Spinal reconstructive surgery, incorporated into constructs for the purpose of spinal deformities such as scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis, etc; spinal degenerative surgery, as an adjunct to spinal fusions.
The Universal Clamp System may also be used with other medical implants made of stainless steel whenever "wiring" may help secure the attachment of other implants.
#### 3. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The LigaPASS connector connects a rod to a vertebra. This connector can independently tighten the rod and the bone anchor. The LigaPASS connector is composed by a connector body, a rod set screw, a locking set screw for the band and a polyester band.
#### 4. INTENDED USE
The LigaPASS is a temporary implant for use in orthopedic surgery on skeletally mature patients. The system is intended to provide temporary stabilization as a bone anchor during the development of solid bony fusion and aid in the repair of bone fractures. The indications for use include the following applications:
Spinal trauma surgery, used in sublaminar, interspinous, or facet wiring techniques; Spinal reconstructive surgery, incorporated into constructs for the purpose of correction of spinal deformities such as scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis;
Spinal degenerative surgery, as an adjunct to spinal fusions;
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The LigaPASS may also be used in conjunction with other medical implants made of titanium or chrome cobalt alloy whenever "wiring" may help secure the attachment of other implants.
### SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE CLAIMED TO PREDICATE DEVICES
The LigaPASS is similar to Universal Clamp System, as they have the same intended use, and substantially similar indications for use, technological characteristics and principles of operation.
#### NON-CLINICAL TEST SUMMARY
The following tests were conducted according to ASTM F1717 "Standard Test Methods for Spinal Implant Constructs in a Vertebrectomy Model" and ASTM F1798 "Standard Guide for Evaluating the Static and Fatique Properties of Interconnection Mechanisms and Subassemblies Used in Spinal Arthrodesis Implants":
- Static testing in a load to failure mode in torsion 1.
- Static testing in a load to failure mode in compression bending 2.
- 3. Dynamic compression bending testing
- 4. Static testing in a load to failure mode in tension
- 5. Dynamic tension testing
The results of these tests indicate that the LigaPASS is equivalent to predicate devices.
#### CLINICAL TEST SUMMARY
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No clinical studies were performed.
#### CONCLUSIONS: NON-CLINICAL AND CLINICAL
The LigaPASS is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in terms of indications for use, design, material, and function.
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FEB - 1 2012
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room ~WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Medicrea International % The Orthomedix Group Mr. J.D. Webb 1001 Oak Wood Boulevard Round Rock, Texas 78681
Re: K112736
Trade/Device Name: LigaPASS Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3010 Regulation Name: Bone fixation cerclage Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JDQ Dated: December 11, 2011 Received: December 29, 2011
Dear Mr. Webb:
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 device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set
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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 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/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
Mulh M Millkura
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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# STATEMENT OF Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): Device Name: LigaPASS
# K112736
#### LigaPASS Indications for Use
The LigaPASS is a temporary implant for use in orthopedic surgery on skeletally mature patients. The system is intended to provide temporary stabilization as a bone anchor during the development of solid bony fusion and aid in the repair of bone fractures. The indications for use include the following applications:
- Spinal trauma surgery, used in sublaminar, interspinous, or facet wiring techniques, ●
- Spinal reconstructive surgery, incorporated into constructs for the purpose of correction of spinal . deformities such as scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis;
- Spinal degenerative surgery, as an adjunct to spinal fusions; .
The LigaPASS may also be used in conjunction with other medical implants made of titanium or cobalt chrome alloy whenever "wiring" may help secure the attachment of other implants.
Prescription Use > (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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