The MIS Bunion Plating System is intended for fixation of osteotomies and corrective procedures of the hallux and associated disorders such as hallux valgus.
Device Story
MIS Bunion Plating System; metallic bone fixation appliance for hallux valgus correction. Implant inserted via minimally invasive surgical technique into metatarsal intramedullary canal; acts as buttress to hold metatarsal head. Features tapered proximal end with interrupted surfaces for cancellous bone traction; distal head seats against osteotomy surface. System includes various plate sizes and configurations; accepts Ø3.0mm/Ø3.5mm MotoBAND CP screws, Ø3.0mm polyaxial locking screws, and optional Ø2.7mm non-locking screws for fixation to metatarsal shaft. Used by orthopedic surgeons in clinical/OR settings. Provides mechanical stability for bone healing; benefits patient through minimally invasive approach for bunion correction.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Mechanical analysis performed on worst-case cross-sections and screw pull-through construct testing validated that the modified system performs equivalently to the predicate device.
Technological Characteristics
Metallic bone fixation plate; material: implant grade titanium (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) per ASTM F136. Features tapered proximal end for intramedullary insertion; distal head with screw holes for locking/non-locking screws. Mechanical fixation principle. No software or energy source.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring fixation of osteotomies and corrective procedures of the hallux and associated disorders, including hallux valgus.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories are devices intended to be implanted consisting of one or more metallic components and their metallic fasteners. The devices contain a plate, a nail/plate combination, or a blade/plate combination that are made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, stainless steel, and titanium, that are intended to be held in position with fasteners, such as screws and nails, or bolts, nuts, and washers. These devices are used for fixation of fractures of the proximal or distal end of long bones, such as intracapsular, intertrochanteric, intercervical, supracondylar, or condylar fractures of the femur; for fusion of a joint; or for surgical procedures that involve cutting a bone. The devices may be implanted or attached through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.
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April 12, 2019
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CrossRoads Extremity Systems, LLC % Theresa Leister Senior Consultant Mrc-X, LLC 6075 Poplar Ave Memphis, Tennessee 38119
Re: K190658
Trade/Device Name: MIS Bunion Plating System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 Regulation Name: Single/Multiple Component Metallic Bone Fixation Appliances And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HRS Dated: March 6, 2019 Received: March 14, 2019
Dear Theresa Leister:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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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Sincerely.
for 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) K190658
Device Name MIS Bunion Plating System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The MIS Bunion Plating System is intended for fixation of osteotomies and corrective procedures of the hallux and associated disorders such as hallux valgus.
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)
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#### 510(k) Summary
MIS Bunion Plating System March 6, 2019
| Company: | CrossRoads Extremity Systems, LLC<br>6055 Primacy Parkway, Suite 140<br>Memphis, TN 38119 |
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| Establishment<br>Registration: | 3011421599 |
| Primary Contact: | Theresa Leister<br>Phone: 901-489-1715 |
| Company Contact: | Chad Hollis<br>Phone: 901-221-8406 |
| Trade Name: | MIS Bunion Plating System |
| Common Name: | Plate, Fixation, Bone |
| Classification: | Class II |
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 (Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories)
Panel: 87- Orthopedic
Product Code: HRS
Predicate Devices: CrossRoads Extremity Systems, LLC, MIS Bunion System (K181872)
#### Device Description:
The CrossRoads MIS Bunion System contains a buttressing implant which can be surgically implanted using a minimally invasive surgical technique to correct hallux valgus. The MIS Bunion implant is to be made of implant grade titanium (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) per ASTM F136 with features allowing it to accept a CrossRoads MotoBAND CP screw (previously cleared in K152306), the subject Ø3.0mm MIS Bunion locking screw, or the optional subject Ø2.7mm non-locking screw in the implant. Instrumentation required for performing this surgery include a k-wire, for use with an osteotomy guide, osteotome guide and osteotome, a suture passing loop, drill bit and handle. Additional general surgical instrumentation utilized include reamers, drill guide/depth gauge. The MIS Bunion implant is tapered on the proximal end so that it can be easily inserted into the intramedullary canal of the metatarsal and the distal head of the implant will seat directly against the osteotomy surface. The MIS bunion implant wedges firmly within the intramedullary canal and acts as a buttress to hold the metatarsal head in place. To accommodate a range of anatomical sizes and severities of corrections, the
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implant will be offered in an array of configurations; wherein each incremental size will increase in thickness on the distal end, resulting in different buttressing offsets. The tapered proximal end of the implant will also have interrupted surfaces to gain traction within the cancellous bone, thus resisting pullout. Finally, the MIS bunion implant will accept Ø3.0mm or Ø3.5mm CrossRoads MotoBAND CP screws (K152306) or the subject MIS Bunion Ø 3.0mm polyaxial locking screws in the most distal hole, in addition to the optional subject Ø2.7mm non-locking screw accepted only in the angular cross hole for additional fixation of the implant to the metatarsal shaft.
This Special 510(k) submission seeks to modify the design of the previously cleared plate to add an additional angular distal screw hole to accept optional placement of the subject Ø2.7mm non-locking screw for additional plate stability. Additionally, this submission seeks to expand the size range of the plates to include a shorter length plate to better accommodate patient anatomy.
## Indications for Use:
The MIS Bunion Plating System is intended for fixation of osteotomies and corrective procedures of the hallux and associated disorders such as hallux valgus.
## Substantial Equivalence:
The subject MIS Bunion System components are substantially equivalent to the following predicate devices to the previously cleared MIS Bunion System (K181872).
The subject components are identical to the predicate devices in terms of indications for use, materials, biocompatibility, and sterility. The only changes being made are the following design changes:
- . Design changes to the MIS Bunion System buttressing plate to provide greater fixation and implant stability
- . A shorter plate has been added for all plate configurations, to better accommodate patient anatomy.
- . Ø2.7mm non-locking screws as well as Ø3.0mm polyaxial locking screws have been added to the system.
Mechanical analysis was performed on the subject design changes discussed above. This analysis verified that the design changes included in the subject devices do not present a new worst-case scenario. Thus, it can be concluded that the subject devices raise no new questions of safety and effectiveness and are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
# Performance Testing:
Mechanical analysis was performed utilizing the worst-case cross sections the subject MIS Bunion System. This analysis showed the subject device to be substantially equivalent in terms of performance to the predicate MIS Bunion System. Thus, it was determined that no additional mechanical testing is required.
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Additional mechanical analysis was performed on the subject MIS Bunion System screws. Screw pull through construct testing was also performed on the subject Ø3.0mm Locking Screw validating that the subject does not present a new worst case. All mechanical analysis performed showed the subject screws to be substantially equivalent in terms of performance to previously cleared Crossroads screws.
#### Conclusion:
There are no substantial differences between the subject and predicate MIS Bunion Plating System with respect to intended use and technological characteristics, including basic design, materials of manufacture, mechanical properties, and intended effect.
Therefore, the MIS Bunion System can be found substantially equivalent to the cited predicate, as it does not raise new questions of safety and effectiveness.
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