K122210 · Tecnologia Y Diseno Industrial, S.A DE C.V · KTT · Apr 19, 2013 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K122210
Device Name
NEWFIX EXTERNAL FIXATION SYSTEM
Applicant
Tecnologia Y Diseno Industrial, S.A DE C.V
Product Code
KTT · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Apr 19, 2013
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3030
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Newfix® External Fixation System, consisting of axial fixators and frame components, is indicated for stabilization of open and/or unstable fractures where soft tissue injury precludes the use of other fracture treatments such as IM rodding or casting. NEWFIX® External Fixation System is intended for the fixation and for temporary or extended stabilization in cases such as: open fractures, closed fractures, poly-trauma fractures, supplement in the stabilization of minimal fixations in intra and extra articular fractures. The Newfix® External Fixation System lengthening components (rail systems) are unilateral external fixation devices and components intended for use in adults and pediatrics in the treatment of bone conditions including leg lengthening (osteotomies), arthrodesis, fracture fixation, and other bone conditions amendable to treatment by use of the external fixation modality.
Device Story
Newfix® External Fixation System is a mechanical orthopedic device for bone stabilization and deformity correction. System components include fixators, clamps, bars, distractors, carbon fiber rods, and stainless steel rods. Bone screws are inserted through skin/soft tissue into bone; fixator frame attaches to screw shanks. Used by surgeons in clinical settings for temporary or extended stabilization of fractures or bone conditions. Provides rigid external support to facilitate healing or bone lengthening. Non-sterile, single-patient use. No software or electronic components.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Performance validated via mechanical testing per ASTM F1541, including static and dynamic loading, torque testing, and component loosening evaluation using worst-case constructs compared to Orthofix predicate systems.
Indicated for stabilization of open/unstable fractures in adults and pediatrics where soft tissue injury precludes IM rodding or casting; includes open, closed, poly-trauma, and intra/extra-articular fractures. Lengthening components indicated for leg lengthening (osteotomies), arthrodesis, and fracture fixation.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories are devices intended to be implanted consisting of one or more metallic components and their metallic fasteners. The devices contain a plate, a nail/plate combination, or a blade/plate combination that are made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, stainless steel, and titanium, that are intended to be held in position with fasteners, such as screws and nails, or bolts, nuts, and washers. These devices are used for fixation of fractures of the proximal or distal end of long bones, such as intracapsular, intertrochanteric, intercervical, supracondylar, or condylar fractures of the femur; for fusion of a joint; or for surgical procedures that involve cutting a bone. The devices may be implanted or attached through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.
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# 510(k) Summary
APR 1 9 2013
April 18, 2013
Applicant:
Tecnología y Diseño Industrial, S.A.P.I. de C.V. José Adán Ortega Torres Operation Manager
José Guadalupe Zuno 48 Col. Parque Industrial los Belenes Zapopan, Jalisco Mexico, C.P. 45101
Tel: +52 (33) 383645 00 Ext. 2960+52 (33) 36245132
Fax: +52 (33) 383645 02
All questions and/or comments concerning this document should be made to:
Robert J. Bard, Esq. Managing Director HealthCare Technologies Consultants LLC PO Box 506 South Lyon, MI 48178
Tel: 248-573-5040 Cell: 734-330-5990 email: rbard@reglaw.net
| Trade Name: | Newfix® External Fixation System |
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| Common Name: | External Fixation System |
| Classification Name: | Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances<br>and accessories |
| Classification Panel: | Orthopedic |
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#### 1.0 DEVICE SUMMARY
The Tecnología y Diseño Industrial, S.A. de C.V. Newfix® External Fixation System consists of various components including fixators, clamps, bars, distractors, carbon fiber rod, and stainless steel rods for use in orthopedic and trauma treatments.
1.1 Classification Information
# Table SE1: Device Classification
| Classification or descriptor | · Name or designation |
|------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name | External Fixation System |
| Device Trade Name | Newfix® External Fixation System |
| Device Classification Name | Single/multiple component metallic bone<br>fixation appliances and accessories |
| Device Classification | Class II |
| Reviewing Panel | Orthopedic |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 888.3030 |
| Product Code | KTT |
#### 2.0 PREDICATE DEVICES
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- The Newfix® External Fixation System is substantially equivalent to the following predicate products.
| | | Newfix systems, devices and components - predicate associations | |
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| Added system devices or<br>component | Manufacturer and Product | Cleared Predicate<br>Product |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------|
| Radiolucent Wrist Fixator, Ankle<br>Clamp, Pelvic Fixator (T Clamp for<br>Pelvic Fixator and Straight Clamp for<br>Pelvic Fixator ) | Orthofix Dynamic Axial Fixation<br>System (primary)<br>EBI® XFIX® DFS and EBI® XFIX®<br>(Access Pelvic Fixator) | k955848, K013540,<br>K012024, K031919,<br>K953406 K040935 |
| Lengthener(Elongator) Systems | EBI® (Biomet® Carbon Rail Deformity<br>System)<br>Orthofix Adult Limb Reconstruction<br>System | K991941, K000083,<br>K010437, K021031,<br>K033635, k081244 |
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#### INTENDED USE AND INDICATIONS FOR USE 3.0
#### Indications for Use:
The Newfix® External Fixation System, consisting of axial fixators and frame components, is indicated for stabilization of open and/or unstable fractures where soft tissue injury precludes the use of other fracture treatments such as IM rodding or casting. NEWFIX® External Fixation System is intended for the fixation and for temporary or extended stabilization in cases such as: open fractures, closed fractures, poly-trauma fractures, supplement in the stabilization of minimal fixations in intra and extra articular fractures.
The Newfix® External Fixation System lengthening components (rail systems) are unilateral external fixation devices and components intended for use in adults and pediatrics in the treatment of bone conditions including leg lengthening (osteotomies), arthrodesis, fracture fixation, and other bone conditions amendable to treatment by use of the external fixation modality.
### Intended Purpose
NEWFIX® External Fixation System is intended for the fixation and for temporary or extended stabilization in cases such as: Exposed Fractures, Fractures of complex traces, Poly-fractures, Supplement in the stabilization of minimal fixations in intra and extra articular fractures.
The lengthening components are intended for fracture and/or deformities correction, and for diaphysary bone recovery.
#### 4.0 DEVICE DESCRIPTIONS
- TDI's Newfix® External Fixation System (Newfix External Fixation System 4.1 k101338 and
Newfix Screws, Wires and Pins k101254 and this submission under review) consists of bone screws, pins and wires and external fixation components and lengthening systems. The System is utilized in the following manner: bone screws are inserted through the patient's skin and soft fissue and into the bone. The fixator frame of the Newfix® External Fixation System is attached to the shanks of the bone screws. The intended use and product technology of this submission have not changed from the earlier cleared submissions.
- 4.2 The present submission adds axial and pelvic fixation devices (including radiolucent wrist fixator), straight and angled clamps and rail lengthening transport systems.
- 4.3 The Newfix® External Fixation System is supplied non sterile and is intended for single patient use. None of the components of the Newfix System are reusable. The Newfix® External Fixation System includes instruments and accessory devices necessary for its use.
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Tecnologia y Diseño Industrial, S.A.P.I. de C.V.
Newfix® External Fixation Systemal Fixation Systems
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# COMPARISON OF DEVICE UNDER REVIEW AND ITS PREDICATES 5.0
| Comparison<br>Element | Manufacturer | Indication for/<br>Intended Use | |
|------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | TDI<br>Newfix ®External Fixation System | Tecnología y Diseño Industrial<br>S.A.P.I. de C.V. | |
| | | The Newfix® External Fixation System, consisting of axial fixators and frame components, is indicated for stabilization of open and/or unstable fractures where soft tissue injury precludes the use of other fracture treatments such as IM rodding or casting. NEWFIX® External Fixation System is intended for the fixation and for temporary or extended stabilization in cases such as: open fractures, closed fractures, poly-trauma fractures, supplement in the stabilization of minimal fixations in intra and extra articular fractures.<br><br>The Newfix® External Fixation System lengthening components (rail systems) are unilateral external fixation devices and components intended for use in adults and pediatrics in the treatment of bone conditions including leg lengthening (osteotomies), arthrodesis, fracture fixation, and other bone conditions amendable to treatment by use of the external fixation modality.. | |
| | Orthofix Modulsystem Dynamic Axial<br>Fixation System and Adult Limb<br>Reconstruction System K955848 | Orthofix | |
| | | Orthofix Dynamic Axial Fixation System is a unilateral external fixation device, which is intended for use in the treatment of bone conditions including leg lengthening, osteotomies, arthrodesis, fracture fixation and other bone conditions amenable to treatment by use of the external fixation modality." | |
| | Biomet EBI®<br>XFIX® DFS Access<br>K953406 K013540, k081244 | Biomet Trauma | |
| | | Unilateral external fixation device intended for use in children and adults in the treatment of bone conditions including leg lengthening, osteotomies, arthrodesis, fracture fixation, and other bone conditions amendable to treatment by use of the external fixation modality.<br><br>For the XFIX® DFS® Rail System the indications are unilateral external fixation device intended for use in children and adults in the treatment of bone conditions including leg lengthening, osteotomies, arthrodesis, fracture fixation, acute or gradual correction and other bone conditions amendable to treatment by use of the external fixation modality | |
| Comparison Element | TDI Newfix ®External Fixation System | Orthofix Modulsystem Dynamic Axial Fixation System and Adult Limb Reconstruction System K955848 | Biomet EBI®<br>XFIX® DFS Access K953406 K013540, k012024 |
| Materials | Aluminum 6061-T6<br>Stainless Steel 17-4PH (AISI 630),<br>Stainless steel 304 Stainless steel 316LS<br>Titanium alloys Carbon fiber | Aluminum,<br>Stainless steel,<br>Composite materials | Aluminum,<br>Stainless steel,<br>Titanium alloy, and<br>Carbon fiber |
| Duration of Use | Greater than 30 days | Greater than 30 days | Greater than 30 days |
| Sterile or non sterile | Non Sterile requiring sterilization | Non Sterile requiring sterilization | Non Sterile requiring sterilization |
| Reuse Capability | Single Use | Single Use | Single Use |
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#### 5.1 Performance Tests
- Performance tests were conducted to validate the locking 5.1.1 mechanism of the
Newfix External Fixation System against various components of the Orthofix predicate devices.
## TDI Products tested:
E0300104 Lateral Cylinder for Pins (Straight Clamp).
E0600201 T-Shaped Clamp.
E0600301 Angled Clamp.
E0600401 Ankle Clamp.
E0900104/5 RadioLucent Wrist Axial Fixator Clamp.
#### Predicate Devices tested:
Orthofix ProCallus Fixator Straight Clamp
Orthofix T-Shaped Clamp
Orthofix Ankle Clamp
Orthofix RadioLucent Wrist Fixator Clamp
#### Materials used:
Ø6mm (0.236in) and Ø4mm (0.157in) series 316 stainless steel rods.
Ø6mm (0.236in) and Ø4mm (0.157in) series 316 stainless steel rods with a hexagonal nut for torque tests.
Socket Set Screws Flat Point ISO 4026 M8x1.25.
#### Measuring tools:
TD1.QC.023 PTS Analog push pull gauge SKN-5
S/N3409090760 TDI.QC.027 Dial torque wrench 6178A S/Ñ
#### 0207801708
#### Referenced Standards
ASTM F 1541 Standard Specification and Test Methods for External Skeletal Fixation Devices.
ASTM E 4 Practices for Force Verification of Testing Machines
5.1.2
TDI performance testing for the rail system for lengthening ( dynamization clamp), multiplanar clamp, pelvic fixator and links, radiolucent wrist fixator and radiolucent ankle clamp (as a fixator, clamp and for PEKK material) has been completed successfully.
Performance testing supporting new indications for lengthening and arthrodesis are included in the reports.
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Performance testing has evaluated the performance of these components in order to demonstrate that thev are as safe and as effective as legally marketed predicate devices.
Testing has been conducted using a worst case construct as provided in ASTM F1541using both static and dynamic testing modes.
Testing included Newfix components/systems in comparison against Orthofix systems as legally marketed predicate devices/systems.
- 5.1.3 Testing to evaluate loosening of system components including the dynamization clamp, mulitplanar clamp, and pelvic links as part of Newfix systems was conducted as part of the Performance Testing. Testing resulted in no observation of loosening of system components.
#### 6.0 CONCLUSION
- 6.1 Testing per ASTM F 1541 and engineering analysis including component loosening compared to the predicate systems demonstrated equivalency.
- 6.2 The Newfix External Fixation System is substantially equivalent to the identified predicate systems based on the substantial equivalence of indication for use, design features, operating principles, performance tests and material of composition.
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Technología y Diseño Industrial, S.A.P.I. de C.V. % HealthCare Technologies Consultants Mr. Robert J. Bard P.O. Box 506 South Lyon, Michigan 48178
Letter dated: April 19, 2013
Re: K122210 Trade/Device Name: Newfix® External Fixation System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 Regulation Name: Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KTT Dated: April 10, 2013 Received: April 11, 2013
Dear Mr. Bard:
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 contact the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its tollfree number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm. 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 yours,
# Mark N.Melkerson -S
Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indication for Use
510(k): 122210
Device Name: Newfix® External Fixation System
The Newfix® External Fixation System, consisting of axial fixators and frame components, is indicated for stabilization of open and/or unstable fractures where soft tissue injury precludes the use of other fracture treatments such as IM rodding or casting. NEWFIX® External Fixation System is intended for the fixation and for temporary or extended stabilization in cases such as: open fractures, closed fractures, poly-trauma fractures, supplement in the stabilization of minimal fixations in intra and extra articular fractures.
The Newfix® External Fixation System lengthening components (rail systems) are unilateral external fixation devices and components intended for use in adults and pediatrics in the treatment of bone conditions including leg lengthening (osteotomies), arthrodesis, fracture fixation, and other bone conditions amendable to treatment by use of the external fixation modality.
Prescription Use X (21 CFR Part 801 Subpart D) and/or
Over the Counter Use (21 CFR Part 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Casey L. Hanley, Ph.D.
Division of Orthopedic Devices
510(k)
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