E1 SERIES A PATELLAE, STANDARD 3-PEG, E1 SERIES A PATELLAE, THIN 3-PEG, E1 SERIES PATELLAE, ASYMMETRICAL, 3-PEG
Applicant
Biomet, Inc.
Product Code
JWH · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Jul 3, 2014
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3560
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Painful and disabled knee joint resulting from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and/or traumatic arthritis where one or more compartments are involved. 2. Correction of varus, valgus, or posttraumatic deformity. 3. Correction or revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or failure of previous joint replacement procedure. Tibial bearings are indicated for use with both cemented and uncemented Biomet tibial trays. All-polyethylene patellar components are indicated for cemented use only.
Device Story
E1® Series A® Patellae are all-polyethylene, 3-peg patellar components for total knee replacement; used in primary or revision applications. Compatible with Biomet cruciate retaining, posterior stabilized, and constrained knee systems. Manufactured from UHMWPE (ASTM F648) treated with 100 kGy gamma irradiation and Vitamin E (α-tocopherol). Device replaces damaged patellar surface to restore joint function; implanted by orthopedic surgeons in clinical/hospital settings. Output is physical restoration of patellofemoral articulation; clinical benefit includes pain relief and improved joint mobility.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical or animal data required. Performance supported by mechanical tests: contact area stress analysis, mechanical stability analysis, and peg shear testing.
Technological Characteristics
All-polyethylene, 3-peg patellar component. Material: UHMWPE per ASTM F648, cross-linked via 100 kGy gamma irradiation and stabilized with Vitamin E (α-tocopherol). Single-use, sterile. Compatible with Biomet CR, PS, and SSK knee systems.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients with painful/disabled knee joints due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or traumatic arthritis; patients requiring correction of varus, valgus, or posttraumatic deformity; and patients requiring revision of failed osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. All-polyethylene patellar components are for cemented use only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A knee joint patellofemorotibial polymer/metal/polymer semi-constrained cemented prosthesis is a device intended to be implanted to replace a knee joint. The device limits translation and rotation in one or more planes via the geometry of its articulating surfaces. It has no linkage across-the-joint. This generic type of device includes prostheses that have a femoral component made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, and a tibial component or components and a retropatellar resurfacing component made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene. This generic type of device is limited to those prostheses intended for use with bone cement (§ 888.3027).
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BIOMET
#### 510(k) Summary E1® Series A® Patellae | Traditional 510(k)
#### 510(k) Summary K140902 (pg 1/2)
In accordance with 21 CFR §807.92 and the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990, the following information is provided for the E1® Series A® Patella 510(k) premarket notification. The submission was prepared in accordance with the FDA guidance document, 'Format for Traditional and Abbreviated 510(k)s', issued on August 12, 2005.
Sponsor:
Biomet Inc. 56 East Bell Drive PO Box 587 Warsaw, IN 46581 Establishment Registration Number: 1825034
Contact:
Amy L Walriven Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Date:
Subject Device:
### April 3, 2014
Trade Name: E1® Series A® Patella Common Name: Total Knee Replacement - Patella Component
Classification Name:
- · JWH Prosthesis, Knee, Patellofemoraltibial, Semi-Constrained, Cemented, Polymer/Metal/Polymer (21 CFR 888.3560)
- · MBH Prosthesis, Knee, Patello/Femorotibial, Semi-Constrained, Uncemented, Porous, Coated, Polymer/Metal/Polymer (21 CFR 888.3565)
- · MBV Prosthesis, Knee, Patello/Femorotibial, Semi-Constrained, UHMWPE, Pegged, Cemented, Polymer/Metal/Polymer (21 CFR 888.3560)
- · OIY Prosthesis, Knee, Patellofemorotibial, Semi-Constrained, Cemented, Polymer + Additive/Metal/Polymer + Additive (21 CFR 888.3560)
Legally marketed devices to which substantial equivalence is claimed:
- Vanguard Asymmetrical Patellar Component (K110362) .
- Vanguard Patella Components (K040770)
- E-Poly (aka E1) Tibial Bearings (K080528) reference for material and manufacturing . process
#### Device Description
The E1® Series A® Patellae is an all-polyethylene, 3-peg patella series intended for replacement of part of the knee joint in conjunction with a femoral and tibial component in primary or revision applications. Patella components are available in standard and asymmetric configurations. The proposed devices are manufactured from UHMWPE per ASTM F648 exposed to 100 kGy gamma irradiation and Vitamin E (α-tocopherol).
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# BIOME
The E1® Series A® Patellae are compatible with Biomet cruciate retaining (CR), posterior stabilized (PS), and constrained (SSK) knee replacement systems.
#### Intended Use and Indications for Use
- Painful and disabled knee joint resulting from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, 1. and/or traumatic arthritis where one or more compartments are involved.
- 2. Correction of varus, valgus, or posttraumatic deformity.
- 3. Correction or revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or failure of previous joint replacement procedure.
Tibial bearings are indicated for use with both cemented and uncemented Biomet tibial trays.
All-polyethylene patellar components are indicated for cemented use only.
#### Summary of Technological Characteristics
The rationale for substantial equivalence is based on consideration of the following characteristics:
- Intended Use: The proposed E1® Series A® Patellae and predicate patella devices have . the same intended use.
- . Indications for Use: The proposed E1® Series A® Patellae and predicate patella devices have the same indications for use.
- . Materials: The proposed E1® Series A® Patellae and predicate patella devices are manufactured from UHMWPE per ASTM F648. The proposed devices utilize the same material and manufacturing process the Biomet E1 Tibial Bearings, K080528.
- . Design Features: The proposed E1® Series A® Patellae incorporate the same design features as the predicate patella devices.
- Sterilization: The proposed E1® Series A® Patellae and predicate devices are provided . sterile via the same sterilization methods for single-use.
#### Summary of Performance Data
Results from mechanical tests and engineering analyses demonstrate the proposed E1® Series A® Patellae are substantially equivalent to the predicate patella devices. No animal or clinical testing was required to support substantial equivalence. A description of the tests and analyses is listed below.
- . Contact area stress analysis and engineering analysis
- . Mechanical stability analysis and engineer analysis
- . Peg shear testing
#### Substantial Equivalence Conclusion
The proposed E1® Series A® Patellae have the same intended use and indications for use as the predicate patella devices. Performance test data and analyses demonstrate the device is as safe and effective and is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate devices.
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Comrol Center ~ WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0003
Biomet, Incorporated Ms. Amy Walriven Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist 56 East Bell Drive P.O. Box 587 Warsaw. Indiana 46581
Re: K140902
Trade/Device Name: E1" Series A" Patellae Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3560 Regulation Name: Knee joint patchofemorotibial polymer semi-constrained cemented prosthesis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JWH, MBH, MBV, OIY Dated: April 2, 2014 Received: April 9, 2014
July 3, 2014
Dear Ms. Walriven:
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 warrantics. 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 contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-iree number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the requlation 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 Industry and Consumer Education 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 vours.
Mark N. Melkerson -S
Mark Melkerson Director, Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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K140902 (pg 1/1) 510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: E1® Series A® Patellae
#### INDICATIONS FOR USE:
- 1. Painful and disabled knee joint resulting from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and/or traumatic arthritis where one or more compartments are involved.
- 2. Correction of varus, valgus, or posttraumatic deformity.
- 3. Correction or revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or failure of previous joint replacement procedure.
Tibial bearings are indicated for use with both cemented and uncemented Biomet tibial trays.
All-polyethylene patellar components are indicated for cemented use only.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subport D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
**Casey L. Hanley, Ph.D.**
**Division of Orthopedic Devices**
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