Altus Spine Interbody Fusion System
Device Facts
| Record ID | K160976 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | Altus Spine Interbody Fusion System |
| Applicant | Altus Partners, LLC |
| Product Code | MAX · Orthopedic |
| Decision Date | Jan 25, 2017 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 888.3080 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Indications for Use
The Altus Spine Interbody Fusion System is indicated for use with autogenous bone graft in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease ("DDD") at one or two contiguous spinal levels from L2-S1. DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. These patients should have had six months of non-operative treatment. These DDD patients may have had a previous non-fusion spinal surgery at the involved spinal level(s), and may have up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). The Altus Spine Interbody Fusion System is to be combined with cleared supplemental fixation systems, such as the Altus Spine Pedicle Screw System.
Device Story
Interbody fusion system consisting of implants in various shapes/sizes; hollow chamber for autogenous bone graft packing; superior/inferior surface teeth for stability; PEEK material with tantalum wire markers for radiographic visualization. Used in spinal surgery by surgeons to facilitate fusion in DDD patients. Implants provide structural support at disc space; used with supplemental fixation (e.g., pedicle screws). Benefits include stabilization of spinal segment and promotion of bony fusion.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Mechanical testing performed per ASTM F2077-14 (static/dynamic compression and shear), ASTM F2267 (subsidence), and FDA guidance (expulsion). No clinical data provided.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: PEEK (ASTM F2026), titanium alloy (ASTM F136), tantalum (ASTM F560). Design: Hollow chamber for bone graft, surface teeth for stability, tantalum markers for imaging. Energy source: None (mechanical). Connectivity: None. Sterilization: Not specified.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S1. DDD defined as discogenic back pain with radiographic confirmation, failing 6 months of non-operative treatment. Patients may have prior non-fusion spinal surgery or up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis/retrolisthesis.
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.
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