When Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate is used with structural allograft it is intended for one-level anterior screw fixation of the cervical spine (C2-T1). The implant has been designed for use with structural allograft to provide stabilization as an adjunct to cervical fusion. Indications for use of the Optio-C Anterior Plate with structural allograff/ autograft include degenerative disc disease (defined as neck pain of discogenic origin with the degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, trauma (i.e., fractures or dislocations), spinal stenosis, deformity (i.e., kyphosis, lordosis or scoliosis), tumor, pseudarthrosis or failed previous fusion. The Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate is intended to be used with a structural allograft and with three Optio-C bone screws. When Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate is used with an Optio-C PEEK IBF Spacer it becomes an Optio-C Anterior Cervical Intervertebral Body Fusion Device (IBFD), indicated for stand-alone anterior cervical interbody fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with cervical degenerative disc disease at one level from C2 to T1. Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is defined as neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. The Optio-C IBFD is comprised of one Optio-C PEEK IBF Spacer, one Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate and three Optio-C bone screws. The Optio-C IBFD is to be used with autograft and implanted via an open, anterior approach in patients who have had six weeks of non-operative treatment.
Device Story
Optio-C Anterior Cervical System provides structural stabilization for cervical spine fusion. System comprises titanium cervical plate, titanium bone screws, and optional PEEK intervertebral body fusion (IBF) spacer. Surgeon implants device via open anterior approach to vertebral bodies (C2-T1). Plate affixed using three screws in standard (2 cephalic/1 caudal) or inverted (1 cephalic/2 caudal) orientation. Ridged surface increases stability; prevents migration. Device used with structural allograft or autograft. Provides mechanical fixation to facilitate fusion; benefits patients by stabilizing spinal segments following discectomy or trauma. Used in clinical/surgical settings by orthopedic or neurosurgeons.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Evidence consists of bench testing (ASTM 1717 static/dynamic compression, torsion) and biomechanical cadaveric testing to validate performance and equivalence to predicates.
Technological Characteristics
Titanium plate and bone screws; PEEK IBF spacer. ASTM 1717 testing for mechanical performance. Sterilization: Gamma (ISO 11137/11737) for implants; end-user steam sterilization (ISO 17665/AAMI TIR12) for instruments. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1. Packaging per ISO 11607.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients with cervical degenerative disc disease (DDD), spondylolisthesis, trauma (fractures/dislocations), spinal stenosis, deformity (kyphosis, lordosis, scoliosis), tumor, pseudarthrosis, or failed fusion at one level (C2-T1). IBFD configuration requires 6 weeks of prior non-operative treatment.
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.
Optio-C Anterior Cervical PEEK Intervertebral Body Fusion Device (K132894)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
September 23, 2014
Zimmer Spine, Incorporated Ms. Donna M. Semlak Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist 7375 Bush Lake Road Minneapolis, Minnesota 55439
Re: K141500
Trade/Device Name: Optio-CTM Anterior Cervical System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3060 Regulation Name: Spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KWO. OVE Dated: August 12, 2014 Received: August 13, 2014
Dear Ms. Semlak:
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.
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K141500
Device Name Optio-CTM Anterior Cervical System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
When Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate is used with structural allograft it is intended for one-level anterior screw fixation of the cervical spine (C2-T1). The implant has been designed for use with structural allograft to provide stabilization as an adjunct to cervical fusion. Indications for use of the Optio-C Anterior Plate with structural allograff/ autograft include degenerative disc disease (defined as neck pain of discogenic origin with the degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, trauma (i.e., fractures or dislocations), spinal stenosis, deformity (i.e., kyphosis, lordosis or scoliosis), tumor, pseudarthrosis or failed previous fusion. The Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate is intended to be used with a structural allograft and with three Optio-C bone screws.
When Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate is used with an Optio-C PEEK IBF Spacer it becomes an Optio-C Anterior Cervical Intervertebral Body Fusion Device (IBFD), indicated for stand-alone anterior cervical interbody fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with cervical degenerative disc disease at one level from C2 to T1. Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is defined as neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. The Optio-C IBFD is comprised of one Optio-C PEEK IBF Spacer, one Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate and three Optio-C bone screws.
The Optio-C IBFD is to be used with autograft and implanted via an open, anterior approach in patients who have had six weeks of non-operative treatment.
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Image /page/3/Picture/1 description: This image is a 510(k) summary for the Optio-C™ Anterior Cervical System. The summary was prepared on September 16, 2014, by Zimmer Spine, Inc. located in Minneapolis, MN. The document includes the establishment registration number, company contact information for Donna M. Semlak, trade name, device names, device classification as Class II, and regulation number and product codes.
This submission is for the Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate System, which is a component of the Optio-C Anterior Cervical System.
### Predicate Devices:
Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate System predicates were identified to address the intended uses, mechanical functions and performance attributes of each system. The predicate information is listed in the following table:
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| Optio-C Anterior Cervical System<br>Predicate Device Name | Product Code | FDA 510k Number<br>Clearance Date |
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| Synthes® Spine Anterior CSLP System<br>Synthes Spine | KWQ<br>21 CFR<br>§ 888.3060 | K031276<br>Cleared July 2, 2003<br>K030866<br>Cleared April 18, 2003<br>K971883<br>Cleared Oct 16, 1997 |
| Trinica® Anterior Cervical Plate System<br>Zimmer Spine, Inc. | KWQ<br>21 CFR<br>§ 888.3060 | K012305<br>Cleared August 22, 2001 |
#### General Device Description:
The Optio-C Anterior Cervical System consists of two different configurations, an Optio-C Anterior Cervical PEEK Intervertebral Body Fusion Device (IBFD) (K132894, SE on January 16, 2014) and the subject of this submission, the Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate System. Both configurations share the same cervical plate, bone screws and instrumentation and are used only in anterior surgical procedures and at the same spinal level of C2 to T1.
The subject cervical plate and bone screws of this submission are designed for use with structural allograft or autograft and is supplied sterile to the end user. The bone screws and instrumentation are supplied non-sterile and are intended to be sterilized by the end user.
The cervical plate with an Optio-C PEEK IBF Spacer or an allograft/autograft is placed in the cervical disc space, flush with the adjacent vertebral bodies. Bone screws pass through the screw holes of the plate and affix to bone to help prevent implant migration. The implant construct can be implanted in two orientations: Standard orientation, two screws cephalic and one screw caudal or Inverted orientation, one screw cephalic and two screws caudal.
The Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate System is a stand-alone system designed to provide structural stability in skeletally mature individuals following discectomy. The implants are available in various heights and geometric options to fit the anatomical needs of a wide variety of patients. Screws are inserted through the anterior titanium portion of the implant into adjacent vertebral bodies for bony fixation. The Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate System is used with structural bone graft material and is manufactured from Titanium with Titanium bone screws that allow intradiscal fixation to the vertebral body. The superior and inferior surfaces of the implant have a pattern of ridges that provide increased stability and help prevent migration of the device.
The Optio-C Anterior Cervical System is provided for single use only.
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#### Indications for Use:
The Optio-C Anterior Cervical System includes the following Indications for Use.
#### Optio-C Anterior Cervical System
When Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate is used with structural allograft/autograft it is intended for one-level anterior screw fixation of the cervical spine (C2-T1). The implant has been designed for use with stuctural allograft/autograft to provide stabilization as an adjunct to cervical fusion. Indications for use of the Optio-C Anterior Plate with structural allograft/autograft include degenerative disc disease (defined as neck pain of discogenic origin with the degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, trauma (i.e., fractures or dislocations), spinal stenosis, deformity (i.e., kyphosis, lordosis or scoliosis), tumor, pseudarthrosis or failed previous fusion. The Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate is intended to be used with a structural allograft and with three Optio-C bone screws.
When Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate is used with an Optio-C PEEK IBF Spacer it becomes an Optio-C Anterior Cervical Intervertebral Body Fusion Device (IBFD), indicated for stand-alone anterior cervical interbody fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with cervical degenerative disc disease at one level from C2 to T1. Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is defined as neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. The Optio-C IBFD is comprised of one Optio-C PEEK IBF Spacer, one Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate and three Optio-C bone screws.
The Optio-C IBFD is to be used with autograft and implanted via an open, anterior approach in patients who have had six weeks of non-operative treatment.
#### Summary of Technological Characteristics:
The technological characteristics for the Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate System are similar to the predicate devices in terms of design, dimensions, intended use, materials, and performance characteristics.
#### Summary of Performance Testing:
Non-clinical testing of the components comprising each configuration of the subject Optio-C"" Anterior Cervical Plate System were assessed and tested appropriately to design controls; i.e. design verification. The test results conclude the Optio-C™ Anterior Cervical Plate System to be substantially equivalent to the predicate devices listed above.
- Bench Testing for the cervical plate was conducted per ASTM 1717 for Static ● Torsion, Static and Dynamic Compression Bending, confirming the Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate System performance is acceptable for its intended use; the same intended use as the predicate Synthes CSLP and Trinica devices.
- Design Validation / Cadaver Testing was conducted to ensure the Optio-C ● Anterior Cervical Plate System performance is acceptable for its intended use and to ensure substantial equivalence to the predicate(s).
- Biomechanical cadaveric testing was conducted. ●
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- 트 Gamma Sterilization was conducted for sterile implant components under ISO 11137 and ISO 11737.
- . Packaging Sterility Testing was conducted per ISO 11607 to ensure packaging materials maintain a sterile barrier.
- Sterilization was conducted for sterilizing at the end user facility under ISO 17665 . and AAMI TIR12 to ensure equivalent to the predicate devices. Dry time and cleaning instructions will be assessed and yield similar (substantially Equivalent) to the predicate devices.
- . Biocompatibility Assessment per ISO 10993-1 was conducted to ensure the Optio-C System materials are biocompatible based with the same type materials to the predicate devices.
The Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate System performance, intended use and fundamental scientific technology remain unchanged from the predicate devices. The implant construct design does not change the stabilization fixation of the cervical vertebra found in the predicate devices. The Optio-C Anterior Cervical Plate is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices, a traditional anterior cervical plate.
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