The Trinica and Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for anterior interbody screw fixation of the cervical spine at level C2-T1. The system is indicated for use in the temporary stabilization of the anterior spine during the development of cervical spinal fusions in patients with degenerative disc disease (as defined by neck pain of discogenic origin confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies), trauma (including fractures), tumors, deformity (defined as kyphosis, lordosis or scoliosis), pseudoarthrosis and/or failed previous fusions. WARNING: These devices are not approved for screw attachment to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar spine.
Device Story
System consists of titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V) cervical plates, locking caps, and bone screws; used for anterior cervical spine stabilization. Implants attached to vertebral bodies via self-tapping/self-drilling screws; fixed or variable angle options available. Used in surgical settings by physicians; intended for temporary stabilization during fusion development; removed after solid fusion. Trinica Select variant features smaller plate widths and modified locking caps for smaller anatomy. System provided non-sterile; requires steam sterilization. Clinical benefit: provides mechanical stabilization to facilitate spinal fusion.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Evidence consists of bench testing (static/dynamic compression bending and static torsion per ASTM F1717) and cadaver lab testing. Biocompatibility, sterilization, and cleaning validation were performed to confirm equivalence to predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V); Plates/caps treated with Titanium Anodization per AMS 2488 Type II. Principle: Spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis. Form factor: Cervical plates, locking caps, bone screws. Connectivity: None. Sterilization: Steam sterilization (270°F/132°C).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring temporary anterior interbody screw fixation of the cervical spine (C2-T1) during fusion. Applicable for degenerative disc disease, trauma (fractures), tumors, deformity (kyphosis, lordosis, scoliosis), pseudoarthrosis, and failed previous fusions. Contraindicated for posterior element (pedicle) attachment.
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.
Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate System (K022344)
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| <div> <img alt="Zimmer Spine Logo" src="logo.png"/> </div> <div> <i>zimmer</i> <br/> <i>spine</i> </div> | <b>510(k) SUMMARY</b><br>Zimmer Spine<br>Trinica <sup>®</sup> and Trinica <sup>®</sup> Select<br>Anterior Cervical Plate Systems | <img alt="AUG 2 9 2013" src="stamp.png"/> |
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| Date of Summary Preparation: | August 27, 2013 |
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| Submitter: | Zimmer Spine, Inc.<br>7375 Bush Lake Road<br>Minneapolis, MN 55439<br>USA |
| Establishment Registration Number: | 2184052 (Minneapolis) |
| Company Contact: | Jonathan Gilbert<br>Regulatory Affairs Director<br>Email: Jonathan.Gilbert@Zimmer.com<br>Office: 952.830.6385<br>Fax: 952.837.6985 |
| Trade Name(s): | Trinica <sup>®</sup> Anterior Cervical Plate System<br>Trinica <sup>®</sup> Select Anterior Cervical Plate System |
| Device Name (Common Name): | Spinal Fixation System |
| Device Classification: | Class II |
| Product Code(s): | KWQ |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR § 888.3060 |
| Regulation Description: | Spinal Intervertebral Body Fixation Orthosis |
Predicate Devices:
For clarification purposes, this is the initial submission for this device modification and has not been previously submitted/withdrawn via a 510(k), PMA or de novo pathway. The current Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate System is claimed to be substantially equivalent to the following legally marketed predicate devices:
| Trinica®<br>Predicate Device Name | Submission ID<br>Number | Clearance Date |
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| Trinica®<br>Anterior Cervical Plate System | K012305 | August 22, 2001 |
| Trinica® Select<br>Predicate Device Name | Submission ID<br>Number | Clearance Date |
| Trinica® Select<br>Anterior Cervical Plate System | K022344 | September 24, 2002 |
| Trinica®<br>Anterior Cervical Plate System | K012305 | August 22, 2001 |
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### General Device Description:
The Trinica® and Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems both consist of cervical plates, locking caps, bone screws, and the instruments necessary to implant the specific system. All implant components are made from a titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V). Both, the Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems, are intended to provide stabilization of the cervical vertebra for various indications (see below). The fixation construct consists of a cervical plate that is attached to the vertebral body of the cervical spine with self-tapping and/or self-drilling bone screws using an anterior surgical approach. Bone screws are available for fixed angle or variable angle implantation. The Trinica® and Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems are provided non-sterile, are for single use only and are intended to be removed after solid fusion has occurred.
The only difference between the two systems is the Trinica® Select system has smaller width cervical plates to accommodate smaller anatomical structures. The locking cap for the Trinica® Select system required a reduction to diameter and height to accommodate reduced lateral profile cervical plate.
### Indications for Use:
The Trinical and Trinical Select Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for anterior interbody screw fixation of the cervical spine at level C2-T1. The system is indicated for use in the temporary stabilization of the anterior spine during the development of cervical spinal fusions with degenerative disc disease (as defined by neck pain of discogenic origin confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies), trauma (including fractures), turnors, deformity (defined as kyphosis, lordosis or scollosis), pseudoarthrosis and/or failed previous fusions.
WARNING: These devices are not approved for screw attachment to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar spine.
### Summary of Technological Characteristics:
The current Trinical and Trinical Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems share technological characteristics to their cleared predicate devices as described in K012305 and K022344, Trinica and Trinical Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems. The characteristics include the same general design, same materials, same range of sizes, substantially equivalent performance characteristics and the same intended use.
The current and predicate Trinica Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems both consist of cervical plates, locking caps, bone screws, and the instruments necessary to implant the specific system. All implant components are made from a titanium alloy (Ti-6AI-4V).
The current and predicate Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems are intended to provide stabilization of the cervical vertebra for various indications for use, as stated in the section above. The fixation construct consists of a cervical plate that is attached to the vertebral body of the cervical spine with self-tapping and/or self-drilling bone screw using an anterior surgical approach. Bone screws are available for fixed angle or variable angle implantation. The current and predicate Trinica® and Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems are provided non-sterile, are for single use only and are intended to be removed after solid fusion has occurred.
#### Summary of Performance Testing:
The non-clinical testing included components of the current Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems, which were reviewed and tested appropriately for design design validation, biocompatibility and sterilization. The test results conclude the current Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems to be substantially equivalent to their predicate devices, Trinica® and Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems.
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- Bench testing (static compression bending, dynamic compression bending, and static . torsion testing per ASTM F1717) was performed for the subject device and confirmed the product performance of current Trinica and Trinica Select is suitable for its intended use: the same intended use as the predicate devices.
- Cadaver lab testing of the current Trinica and Trinica Select implants and instruments . demonstrates that the system meets the defined intended use(s) and functions as intended.
- . Biocompatibility testing ensured the current Trinica and Trinica Select instrument materials are biocompatible after manufacturing based on the minor design changes made in comparison to the predicate devices.
- . Sterilization, Dry Time and Cleaning testing ensured the current Trinica and Trinica Select systems steam sterilization, cleaning and dry time instructions are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
The current Trinica® and Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems performance, intended use and fundamental scientific technology remain unchanged from their predicate devices. The modifications do not change the stabilization fixation of the cervical vertebra when compared to the predicate devices. Trinica and Trinica Select as described in K012305 and K022344. The fixation element consists of a cervical plate that is attached to the vertebral body of the cervical spine using an anterior approach. The plate implant, with seff-tapping and/or self-drilling bone screw, is intended to be removed after solid fusion has occurred.
### Substantial Equivalence:
Zimmer Spine considers the current Trinica® and Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate Systems product performance to be substantially equivalent to their predicate device, Trinica and Trinica Select as described in K012305 and K022344 because there are no changes to the product performance specifications; device intended use, or device functional scientific technology. The table below provides a substantial equivalence summary:
| Product<br>Characteristics | Current Devices<br>Trinica and<br>Trinica Select | Predicate Devices<br>Trinica and<br>Trinica Select | Compare |
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| Device Name(s) | Trinica®<br>Anterior Cervical Plate<br>System<br>Trinica® Select<br>Anterior Cervical Plate<br>System | Trinica®<br>Anterior Cervical Plate<br>System<br>Trinica® Select<br>Anterior Cervical Plate<br>System | Identical |
| | Product Code | KWQ | KWQ |
| Product<br>Classification | Spinal Intervertebral Body<br>Fixation Orthosis | Spinal Intervertebral Body<br>Fixation Orthosis | Identical |
| Class | Class II<br>FDA 21 CFR<br>§ 888.3060 | Class II<br>FDA 21 CFR<br>§ 888.3060 | Identical |
| Indications<br>For Use | The Trinica® and Trinica®<br>Select Anterior Cervical Plate<br>System is intended for<br>anterior interbody screw<br>fixation of the cervical spine at<br>level C2-T1. The system is<br>indicated for use in the<br>temporary stabilization of the<br>anterior spine during the<br>development of cervical spinal<br>fusions in patients with | The Trinica® and Trinica®<br>Select Anterior Cervical Plate<br>System is intended for<br>anterior interbody screw<br>fixation of the cervical spine at<br>level C2-T1. The system is<br>indicated for use in the<br>temporary stabilization of the<br>anterior spine during the<br>development of cervical spinal<br>fusions in patients with | Identical |
| Product<br>Characteristics | Current Devices<br>Trinica and<br>Trinica Select | Predicate Devices<br>Trinica and<br>Trinica Select | Compare |
| | degenerative disc disease (as<br>defined by neck pain of<br>discogenic origin confirmed by<br>patient history and<br>radiographic studies), trauma<br>(including fractures), tumors,<br>deformity (defined as<br>kyphosis, lordosis or<br>scoliosis), pseudoarthrosis<br>and/or failed previous fusions.<br><br>WARNING: These devices<br>are not approved for screw<br>attachment to the posterior<br>elements (pedicles) of the<br>cervical, thoracic, or lumbar<br>spine. | degenerative disc disease (as<br>defined by neck pain of<br>discogenic origin confirmed by<br>patient history and<br>radiographic studies), trauma<br>(including fractures), tumors,<br>deformity (defined as<br>kyphosis, lordosis or<br>scoliosis), pseudoarthrosis<br>and/or failed previous fusions.<br><br>WARNING: These devices<br>are not approved for screw<br>attachment to the posterior<br>elements (pedicles) of the<br>cervical, thoracic, or lumbar<br>spine. | |
| Device design | Anterior Cervical Plate<br>System intended to provide<br>stabilization of the cervical<br>vertebra for various<br>indications (see above). | Anterior Cervical Plate<br>System intended to provide<br>stabilization of the cervical<br>vertebra for various<br>indications (see above). | Identical |
| Fundamental<br>Technology | Spinal intervertebral body<br>fixation orthosis | Spinal intervertebral body<br>fixation orthosis | Identical |
| Surgical Procedure | Anterior surgical approach | Anterior surgical approach | Identical |
| Instrumentation | Available<br>(Instruments Added) | Available | Similar |
| Materials -<br>Implants | Titanium Alloy<br>(Ti-6Al-4V) | Titanium Alloy<br>(Ti-6Al-4V) | Identical |
| Materials -<br>Plates and Locking<br>Caps | Treated: Titanium Anodization<br>per AMS (Aerospace Material<br>Specification) 2488 Type II. | Treated: Titanium Anodization<br>per AMS (Aerospace Material<br>Specification) 2488 Type II. | Identical |
| System<br>Packaging -<br>Implants and<br>Instruments | Provided Non-Sterile | Provided Non-Sterile | Identical |
| Drill Bits and<br>Fixation Pins | Provided Sterile | Provided Sterile | Identical |
| Sterilization | Steam Sterilization<br>Cycle Time: 4 Minutes<br>Temp: 270°F (132°C) | Steam Sterilization<br>Cycle Time: 15 Minutes<br>Temp: 270°F (132°C) | Similar |
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
August 29, 2013
Zimmer Spine, Incorporated Mr. Jonathan Gilbert Regulatory Affairs Director 7375 Bush Lake Road Minneapolis, Minnesota 55439
Re: K132012
Trade/Device Name: Trinica Anterior Cervical Plate Systems Trinica® Select 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: June 28, 2013 Received: July 1, 2013
Dear Mr. Gilbert:
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 r 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 or my 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/ReportalProblem/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,
# Erin I. Keith
For
Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Zimmer Spine - 510(k) - Trinica and Trinica Select - Section 4. Indications for Use
#### 4. INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT
K132012 510(k) Number (if known)
Trinica® Anterior Cervical Plate Systems
Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate System Device Name(s):
Indications for Use
The Trinica and Trinica® Select Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for anterior interbody screw fixation of the cervical spine at level C2-T1. The system is indicated for use in the temporary stabilization of the anterior spine during the development of cervical spinal fusions in patients with degenerative disc disease (as defined by neck pain of discogenic origin confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies), trauma (including fractures), tumors, deformity (defined as kyphosis, lordosis or scoliosis), pseudoarthrosis and/or failed previous fusions.
WARNING: These devices are not approved for screw attachment to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar spine.
Prescription Use _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-the Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Anton E. Dmitriev, PhD Division of Orthopedic Devices
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