The SeaSpine Navigation System reusable instruments are intended to be used during the preparation and placement of SeaSpine screws during spinal surgery to assist the surgeon in precisely locating anatomical structures in either open or minimally invasive procedures. The SeaSpine Navigation System reusable instruments are specifically designed for use with the Medtronic StealthStation System, which is indicated for any medical condition in which the use of stereotactic surgery may be appropriate, and where reference to a rigid anatomical structure, such as a skull, a long bone, or vertebra, can be identified relative to a CT or MR based model, fluoroscopy images, or digitized landmarks for the anatomy.
Device Story
Reusable manual surgical instruments (taps, awls, probes, drills, guides) used in spinal surgery; designed for use with Medtronic StealthStation System (S7 v.2.1.0) and NavLock Tracker. Instruments interface with navigation system to provide real-time 3D/2D visualization of anatomical structures and hardware placement. Used by surgeons in open, minimally invasive, or percutaneous procedures. System tracks instrument position relative to patient anatomy (vertebra) using pre-operative or intra-operative imaging/landmarks. Output assists surgeon in precise screw placement; enhances accuracy of complex procedures; reduces risk of malposition.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence based on non-clinical bench testing, including registration, navigation accuracy, anatomical/navigation simulated use, CAD model evaluation, rigidity, and compatibility testing with the Medtronic StealthStation.
Technological Characteristics
Manual surgical instruments manufactured from stainless steel (ASTM F899). System utilizes optical/electromagnetic navigation via Medtronic StealthStation S7. Instruments feature mechanical interfaces for NavLock trackers. Sterilization required for reusable components. No active energy source in instruments; passive tracking.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing spinal surgery requiring preparation and placement of SeaSpine screws where stereotactic surgery is appropriate and anatomical structures can be referenced via CT, MR, fluoroscopy, or digitized landmarks.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A stereotaxic instrument is a device consisting of a rigid frame with a calibrated guide mechanism for precisely positioning probes or other devices within a patient's brain, spinal cord, or other part of the nervous system.
Predicate Devices
Navigated CD Horizon Solera Screwdrivers and Taps (K124004, K140454)
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May 11, 2018
SeaSpine Orthopedics Corporation Gina Flores Sr. Regulatory Specialist 5770 Armada Drive Carlsbad, California 92008
Re: K172517
Trade/Device Name: SeaSpine Navigation System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4560 Regulation Name: Stereotaxic Instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OLO Dated: April 5, 2018 Received: April 6, 2018
Dear Gina Flores:
We have reviewed vour 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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# Mark N. Melkerson -S
Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K172517
Device Name
SeaSpine Navigation System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The SeaSpine Navigation System reusable instruments are intended to be used during the preparation and placement of SeaSpine screws during spinal surgery to assist the surgeon in precisely locating anatomical structures in either open or minimally invasive procedures. The SeaSpine Navigation reusable instruments are specifically designed for use with the Medtronic Stealth Station System, which is indicated for any medical condition in which the use of stereotactic surgery may be appropriate, and where reference to a rigid anatomical structure, such as a skull, a long bone, or vertebra, can be identified relative to a CT or MR based model, fluoroscopy images, or digitized landmarks for the anatomy.
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## 510(k) Summary
## K172517
## Contact Details
| Applicant Name: | SeaSpine Orthopedics Corporation |
|------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Address:<br>Phone number:<br>Fax number: | 5770 Armada Drive, Carlsbad CA<br>(760) 216-5136<br>(760) 683-6874 |
| Contact person:<br>Email address: | Gina Flores, Sr. Regulatory Specialist<br>gina.flores@seaspine.com |
| Date Prepared: | April 5, 2018 |
| Device Name: | |
| Trade Name: | SeaSpine Navigation System |
| Common Name: | Orthopedic Stereotaxic Instrument |
| Classification Name: | Stereotaxic Instrument |
| Class: | II |
| Product Code: | OLO |
## Legally Marketed Predicate Devices
| 510(k) | Product Code | Trade Name | Manufacturer |
|-----------------------------|--------------|------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|
| Number | | | |
| PRIMARY PREDICATE Device | | | |
| K124004<br>K140454 | OLO, HBE | Navigated CD Horizon Solera<br>Screwdrivers and Taps | Medtronic Sofamor<br>Danek, USA Inc. |
| SECONDARY PREDICATE Devices | | | |
| K143628 | OLO | Navigated VERTEX SELECT<br>Instruments | Medtronic Sofamor<br>Danek, USA Inc. |
| K153603 | OLO | Alphatec Navigation<br>Instruments | Alphatec Spine Inc. |
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### Device Description
The SeaSpine Navigation System reusable instruments are Class II, manual, surgical instruments for use with the Medtronic StealthStation Navigation System S7 (v.2.1.0) and NavLock Tracker, to assist surgeons in precisely locating anatomical structures in either open, minimally invasive, or percutaneous procedures for preparation and placement of SeaSpine implants. This surgical imaging technology provides surgeons visualization for complex and MIS procedures and confirms the accuracy of advanced surgical procedures. Use of these navigation systems provides the surgeon access to real-time, multi-plane 3D images (and 2D images) providing confirmation of hardware placement. The instruments are manufactured from stainless steel per ASTM F899.
The SeaSpine Navigation Instruments include the following:
- Taps .
- Awl/Tap
- Probe ●
- Drills ●
- Drill/Tap Guides
The SeaSpine Navigation Instruments are to be used with the following FDA cleared SeaSpine Spinal Systems:
- Atoll
- Coral/Coral MIS ●
- Malibu Spinal System/Daytona ●
- Malibu Spinal System
- Daytona Small Stature ●
- Mariner Spinal System
- NewPort MIS ●
- . Sierra
### Intended Use/Indications for use
The SeaSpine Navigation System reusable instruments are intended to be used during the preparation and placement of SeaSpine screws during spinal surgery to assist the surgeon in precisely locating anatomical structures in either open or minimally invasive procedures. The SeaSpine Navigation System reusable instruments are specifically designed for use with the Medtronic StealthStation System, which is indicated for any medical condition in which the use of stereotactic surgery may be appropriate, and where reference to a rigid anatomical structure, such as a skull, a long bone, or vertebra, can be identified relative to a CT or MR based model, fluoroscopy images, or digitized landmarks for the anatomy.
### Summary of Technological Characteristics
The SeaSpine Navigation System is equivalent to the cited predicate devices in regard to components, device description, intended use/indications for use, technological characteristics (operating principle, design, materials, sterility, manufacturing, etc.) and performance.
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### Non-Clinical Testing
Engineering analysis demonstrate that the subject SeaSpine Navigation System reusable instruments are substantially equivalent to the predicate in compatibility, accuracy, function, and performance. Engineering analysis includes dimensional measurements of both predicate and subject devices.
| Test | Description |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Registration | Registration testing was performed to ensure the SeaSpine<br>Navigation Instruments can be registered to the<br>StealthStation |
| Navigation Accuracy | Accuracy testing was completed for comparison to the<br>reference instruments |
| Anatomical Simulated Use | Confirmed instrument functionality under expected use<br>conditions |
| Navigation Simulated Use | Confirmed the SeaSpine Navigation System functionality<br>under expected use conditions |
| CAD Model Evaluation | Verified the CAD models are accurately reflected in the<br>application software |
| Rigidity | Rigidity testing evaluate the connection between the<br>tracker and the instruments. |
| Implant/Instruments<br>Mating Conditions | Verified the instruments can be assembled with the<br>appropriate devices according to their intended use |
| Compatibility with the<br>Medtronic StealthStation<br>Navigation System | Compatibility has been evaluated to ensure the SeaSpine<br>Navigation Instruments are compatible with the Medtronic<br>StealthStation Navigation System |
Therefore, it can be concluded that the compatibility, accuracy, function, and performance of the subject SeaSpine Navigation System instruments are substantially equivalent to the predicate navigation instruments when used with the Medtronic StealthStation System.
### Clinical Testing
Not applicable; determination of substantial equivalence is not based on an assessment of clinical performance data.
### Conclusions
The submitted data demonstrate that the SeaSpine Navigation System is substantially equivalent to the cited legally marketed predicate.
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