K170243 · Corentec Co., Ltd. · MAX · Mar 31, 2017 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K170243
Device Name
LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages
Applicant
Corentec Co., Ltd.
Product Code
MAX · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Mar 31, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3080
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
LOSPA IS PLIF/T-PLIF & ALIF & TLIF & DLIF Cages are indicated for use with autogenous bone graft as an intervertebral body fusion device at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbosacral region (L2-S1) in the treatment of degenerative disc disease (DDD) With up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radios. Patients with previous non-fusion spinal surgery at involved level may be treated with the device. Patients should be skeletally mature and have had six months of non-operative treatment. Devices are intended to be implanted via an open, posterior or anterior approach and used with autogenous bone and supplemental fixation.
Device Story
Intervertebral body fusion cages (TLIF and DLIF) designed for spinal fusion; implanted via open posterior or anterior approach by orthopedic surgeons. Cages feature open architecture for autogenous bone graft packing; superior/inferior ridges to prevent migration; tantalum markers for fluoroscopic visualization. Available in various heights, lengths, and lordotic angles to match patient anatomy. Used with supplemental fixation. Benefits include stabilization of vertebral segments and promotion of bony fusion in DDD patients.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance testing included static axial compression and static compression shear per ASTM F2077, and pyrogen testing per AAMI ST72. Results demonstrate the device is as safe and effective as predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: PEEK (ASTM F2026) and Tantalum (ASTM F560). Design: Open architecture, lordotic/straight configurations, ridges for migration prevention. Sterilization: Gamma (ISO 11137-1/2) for sterile components; steam (ISO 17665-1) for non-sterile components. Packaging validated per ASTM F1980 for 5-year shelf life.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) and up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at one or two contiguous lumbosacral levels (L2-S1). DDD defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration confirmed by history and radiographs. Includes patients with prior non-fusion spinal surgery at the involved level. Requires six months of prior 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
LOSPA IS Spinal Systems (PLIF/ALIF/ACIF) (K151408)
{0}------------------------------------------------
March 31, 2017
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Corentec Co., Ltd J.S. Daniel Associate Director - Global RA&OA 8F Chungho Tower. 483. Gangnam-daero Seocho Gu. Seoul. 06541 Korea
Re: K170243
Trade/Device Name: LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral body fusion device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MAX Dated: March 23, 2017 Received: March 24, 2017
Dear Mr. Daniel:
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 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 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 of medical device-
Image /page/0/Picture/10 description: The image shows the seal of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The seal features a stylized image of three human profiles facing right, arranged in a cascading manner. The profiles are connected by flowing lines, creating a sense of unity and movement. The text "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - USA" is arranged in a circular pattern around the central image.
{1}------------------------------------------------
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-free 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 regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 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/ReportaProblem/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/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely,
Mark N. Melkerson -S
Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
{2}------------------------------------------------
## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
K170243
Device Name
LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages
Indications for Use (Describe)
LOSPA IS PLIF/T-PLIF & ALIF & TLIF & DLIF Cages are indicated for use with autogenous bone graft as an intervertebral body fusion device at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbosacral region (L2-S1) in the treatment of degenerative disc disease (DDD) With up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radios. Patients with previous non-fusion spinal surgery at involved level may be treated with the device. Patients should be skeletally mature and have had six months of non-operative treatment. Devices are intended to be implanted via an open, posterior or anterior approach and used with autogenous bone and supplemental fixation.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)|X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
#### CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.
This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
#### *DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.*
The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:
> Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff@fda.hhs.gov
"An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number."
{3}------------------------------------------------
# 510(K) SUMMARY
## Corentec Co., Ltd.
# LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages
20th March, 2017
## ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
| Manufacturer | Corentec Co., Ltd.<br>12, Yeongsanhong 1-gil, Ipjang-Myeon, Seobuk-Gu<br>Cheonan-si, Chungchongnam-do, 06541, South Korea<br>Telephone: +82-41-585-7114<br>Fax: +82-41-585-7113 |
|------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Official Contact | J.S. Daniel<br>Associate Director – Global RA/QA<br>Corentec Co., Ltd<br>8F Chungho Tower, 483, Gangnam-daero,<br>Seocho Gu, Seoul, Korea 31056<br>Ph: +82 70 4393 3819<br>Fax: +82 2 3445 5467<br>Email: jsdaniel@corentec.com |
## DEVICE NAME AND CLASSIFICATION
| Trade/Proprietary Name: | LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages |
|-------------------------------|----------------------------|
| Common Name: | Inter body Fusion Cage |
| Classification Regulations: | 21 CFR 888.3080 |
| Regulatory Class: | 2 |
| Product Codes: | MAX |
| Regulation Medical Specialty: | Orthopedic |
| Reviewing Panel: | Orthopedic |
#### INDICATIONS FOR USE
LOSPA IS PLIF/T-PLIF & ALIF & TLIF & DLIF Cage is indicated for use with autogenous bone graft as an intervertebral body fusion device at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbosacral region (L2-S1) in the treatment of degenerative disc disease (DDD) With up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s).
{4}------------------------------------------------
DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. Patients with previous non-fusion spinal surgery at involved level may be treated with the device.
Patients should be skeletally mature and have had six months of non-operative treatment. Devices are intended to be implanted via an open, posterior or anterior approach and used with autogenous bone and supplemental fixation.
## DEVICE DESCRIPTION
LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Interbody fusion devices are available in various heights and Lordotic configurations with an open architecture to accept packing of bone graft material. The design features are common with the design features of the predicate devices. Straight and wedge / Lordotic designs to match vertebral anatomy, Large interior graft space for optimal bony integration, Superior and inferior ridges designed to prevent implant migration, PEEK Cages with Tantalum markers for optimum fluoroscopic placement and post operative examination, Available in multitude of similar sizes to suit the individual pathology and anatomic condition of the patient. It is made of PEEK (ASTM F2026) & Tantalum (ASTM F560).
LOSPA IS TLIF Cage is available in
- . Two versions are available according to the lordotic angles (0° & 7°).
- It has various heights (8~16 mm) and lengths (24, 29, 32, 35 mm).
- Two shapes, LOSPA IS TLIF Cage & LOSPA IS TLIF Cage B type.
LOSPA IS DLIF Cage is available in
- Four versions are available according to the lordotic angles (0°, 6°, 12° & 18°). ●
- It has various heights (8~16 mm), widths (18 & 22 mm) and lengths (40, 45, 50, 55, 60 mm).
## LOSPA IS SPINAL SYSTEM INSTRUMENTATION
LOSPA IS Spinal Fixation System Instrumentation which includes instruments for subject devices LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages consisting of set of accessories to be used with LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages. The instruments are designed to be simple, conventional, and accurate and all parts of which are used for their respective procedures by qualified orthopedic surgeons. The parts of the instruments are made of stainless steel and polymers which are biocompatible and have been used in the medical industry for over a decade. All the materials used are cleared for use in PMN.
{5}------------------------------------------------
### SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE
The LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages are similar to the 510(k) cleared devices as mentioned below with respect to indications, design, operating principles and material.
| Subject Devices | Predicate<br>Category | Manufacturer | Trade Name | 510(k) |
|------------------------------------------|-----------------------|--------------------------|------------------------------------------------|---------|
| LOSPA IS<br>Spinal Systems<br>TLIF Cages | Primary | Corentec Co.<br>Ltd. | LOSPA IS Spinal<br>Systems<br>(PLIF/ALIF/ACIF) | K151408 |
| | Additional | Biomet Spine<br>(Zimmer) | Zyston Curve<br>Interbody Spacer | K110650 |
| | | K7 LLC | K7 Lumbar Spacers | K133126 |
| LOSPA IS<br>Spinal Systems<br>DLIF Cages | Primary | Corentec Co.<br>Ltd. | LOSPA IS Spinal<br>Systems<br>(PLIF/ALIF/ACIF) | K151408 |
| | Additional | Medtronic | CLYDESDALE<br>Spinal System | K100175 |
| | | DePuy Synthes | ORACLE Cage<br>System | K072791 |
The LOSPA IS Spinal Systems consisting of TLIF & DLIF Interbody fusion devices and all the predicate devices have same intended use and similar indications for use.
The LOSPA IS TLIF Cages has a kidney bean shape similar with predicate Zyston Curve Interbody Spacer [K110650] and K7 Lumbar Spacers [K133126], with central canal to receive bone graft and has either straight shaped designs or wedge/Lordotic designs to match the vertebral anatomy. The overall design and dimensional specification of LOSPA IS TLIF Cages is similar to its predicate devices.
The LOSPA IS DLIF Cage has a convex & bullet nosed shaped interbody fusion device similar with predicate CLYDESDALE Spinal System [K100175] and ORACLE Cage System [K072791], with central canal to receive bone graft and has either straight shaped designs or wedge/Lordotic designs to match the vertebral anatomy. The overall design and dimensional specification of LOSPA IS DLIF Cages is similar to its predicate devices.
The design features of the LOSPA IS Spinal Systems consisting of LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages are common with of all the predicate devices as described in the device description.
{6}------------------------------------------------
At a high level, the LOSPA IS Spinal Systems consisting of TLIF & DLIF Interbody fusion devices has the following similarities to the predicate devices:
- has the same intended use, o
- o has the similar indications for use,
- uses the similar operating principles, O
- incorporates similar basic designs, O
- incorporates same materials, and O
- is supplied Sterile and Non Sterile o
## PERFORMANCE DATA
LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages, performance testing was carried out to demonstrate substantial equivalence and included methods described in the standard ASTM F2077 & AAMI ST72. Testing of the subject devices consisted of static axial compression, static compression shear and Pyrogen Testing.
The static results demonstrated that the subject devices are expected to be as safe and as effective as the predicate devices. Any differences in technological characteristic between the subject and predicate devices do not raise new issues of safety or efficacy.
## STERILIZATION & PACKAGING
Similar to the predicate devices, the LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages are packaged in pouch and supplied sterile and non sterile.
The non sterile implants and all instruments used in the surgery must be sterilized by the end user, prior to use, as mentioned in the IFU. Steam sterilization validation for the subject non sterile devices was conducted as per, ISO 17665-1.
For the sterile components, following to gamma sterilization, packaging was subjected to sterile barrier testing to validate a shelf life of 5 years as per ISO & ASTM standards confirms the stability and effectiveness of packaging of the sterilized product during the shelf-life, by evaluating changes by accelerated aging, as per ASTM F1980.
Gamma sterilization validation for the subject sterile devices was conducted as per, ISO 11137-1 & ISO 11137-2.
## CONCLUSION
Overall, the LOSPA IS TLIF & DLIF Cages are similar to the identified primary predicate device and additional predicates. Any differences in technological characteristic between the subject and primary predicate device and additional predicate do not raise new issues of safety or efficacy and has been adequately addressed in this premarket notification.
Predicate graph will load when search results are available.
Embedding visualization will load when search results are available.
PDF viewer will load when search results are available.
Loading panels...
Select an item from Submissions
Click any panel, subpart, regulation, product code, or device to see details here.
Section Matches
Results will appear here.
Product Code Matches
Results will appear here.
Special Control Matches
Results will appear here.
Loading collections...
Loading
My Alerts
You will receive email notifications based on the filters and frequency you set for each alert.
Sort by:
Create Alert
Search Filters
Agent Token
Create a read-only bearer token for Claude, ChatGPT, or other agents that can call HTTP APIs.
Copy this now. It will not be shown again.
Connected apps
Apps you authorized through browser sign-in. Disconnecting revokes their access immediately.
Learn the FDA Browser
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.