SOLUS ANTERIOR LUMBAR INTERBODY FUSION (ALIF) SYSTEM
Device Facts
| Record ID | K123993 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | SOLUS ANTERIOR LUMBAR INTERBODY FUSION (ALIF) SYSTEM |
| Applicant | Alphatec Spine, Inc. |
| Product Code | OVD · Orthopedic |
| Decision Date | Mar 5, 2013 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 888.3080 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Indications for Use
The Alphatec Solus® Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) System is indicated for spinal fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2 to S1. These DDD Patients may also have up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. These patients should be skeletally mature and have had six months of non-operative treatment. The Alphatec Solus implant is intended to be used with autograft. The device is intended for use with supplemental fixation that is in addition to the integrated blades.
Device Story
Intervertebral body fusion system; implants consist of PEEK cage, internal titanium anchoring blades, and tantalum radiographic markers. Used in spinal fusion procedures; requires supplemental spinal fixation (e.g., Zodiac, Aspida, ILLICO, or BridgePoint systems) and autograft. Implants accommodate patient pathology via varying heights and lordosis. Operated by surgeons in clinical/OR settings. Provides structural support to disc space to facilitate fusion; benefits patients by stabilizing spinal segments affected by degenerative disc disease.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Testing included static/dynamic axial compression, compression shear, static torsion, dynamic torsion (ASTM F2077), subsidence (ASTM F2267), and static expulsion (ASTM Draft Standard F-04.25.02.02). All tests met established acceptance criteria.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: PEEK cage, titanium anchoring blades, tantalum radiographic markers. Instruments: stainless steel. Design: Intervertebral body fusion cage with integrated blades and C-Ring. Testing standards: ASTM F2077 (mechanical testing), ASTM F2267 (subsidence), ASTM Draft Standard F-04.25.02.02 (expulsion).
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2 to S1, including those with up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis, who have failed six months of non-operative treatment.
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.
Predicate Devices
- SOLUS® Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) Spinal Spacer System (K102402)
Reference Devices
- Zodiac® Spinal Fixation System
- AspidaTM Anterior Lumbar Plating System
- ILLICO® MIS Posterior Fixation System
- ILLICO® FS Facet Fixation System
- BridgePoint™ Spinous Process Fixation System