K191786 · Degen Medical, Inc. · KWQ · Aug 30, 2019 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K191786
Device Name
Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical Plate System
Applicant
Degen Medical, Inc.
Product Code
KWQ · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Aug 30, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3060
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The DeGen Medical Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for use as an aid in cervical spinal fusion and is intended for unilateral fixation. The Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical Plate system is intended for anterior intervertebral screw fixation of the cervical spine at levels C2 to T1. The system is indicated for temporary stabilization of the anterior spine during the development of cervical spine fusions in patients with following indications: Degenerative Disc Disease (as defined by neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies) Spinal Stenosis Trauma (i.e. fracture or dislocation) Deformity or curvatures (including scoliosis, kyphosis, or lordosis) Spinal Tumors Pseudoarthrosis or failed previous fusion Spondylolisthesis Decompression of the spinal following total or partial cervical vertebrectomy
Device Story
Cyclops Anterior Cervical Plate System provides anterior spinal fixation; stabilizes cervical spine (C2-T1) during fusion development. System comprises titanium alloy plates and bone screws; supports fixed or variable angle constructs; offers self-tapping or self-drilling screw options. Used by surgeons in clinical settings to provide temporary stabilization. Benefits patients by facilitating fusion in cases of degenerative disease, trauma, deformity, or tumor-related instability. Device is non-sterile; requires surgical implantation.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performed static and dynamic compression testing (ASTM F1717), static torsion testing (ASTM F1717), screw strength testing (ASTM F543), and screw push-out testing. Results confirm performance meets or exceeds predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Constructed from Titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) per ASTM F136. System includes cervical plates and bone screws. Supports fixed or variable angle constructs. Features self-tapping or self-drilling screw options. Non-sterile.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring cervical spinal fusion and temporary anterior stabilization at levels C2-T1. Applicable for degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, trauma (fracture/dislocation), deformity (scoliosis, kyphosis, lordosis), spinal tumors, pseudoarthrosis/failed fusion, spondylolisthesis, and post-vertebrectomy decompression.
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.
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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August 30, 2019
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DeGen Medical INC % Linda Braddon President/CEO Secure BioMed Evaluations 7828 Hickory Flat Highway Suite 120 Woodstock, Georgia 30188
Re: K191786
Trade/Device Name: CyclopsTM Anterior Cervical Plate System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3060 Regulation Name: Spinal Intervertebral Body Fixation Orthosis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KWQ Dated: July 31, 2019 Received: August 1, 2019
Dear Linda Braddon:
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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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
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Sincerely,
for RPJ
Ronald Jean, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT6B: Division of Spinal Devices OHT6: Office of Orthopedic Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K191786
Device Name
Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical Plate System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The DeGen Medical Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for use as an aid in cervical spinal fusion and is intended for unilateral fixation. The Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical Plate system is intended for anterior intervertebral screw fixation of the cervical spine at levels C2 to T1. The system is indicated for temporary stabilization of the anterior spine during the development of cervical spine fusions in patients with following indications:
- · Degenerative Disc Disease (as defined by neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies)
- Spinal Stenosis .
- Trauma (i.e. fracture or dislocation) .
- Deformity or curvatures (including scoliosis, kyphosis, or lordosis) .
- . Spinal Tumors
- Pseudoarthrosis or failed previous fusion .
- Spondylolisthesis .
- Decompression of the spinal following total or partial cervical vertebrectomy .
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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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 of Safety and Effectiveness
In accordance with 21 CFR 807.87 (h) and 21 CRF 807.92, the 510(k) summary for the DeGen Medical Cyclops Anterior Cervical Plate (CACP) is provided below.
| Date | July 2, 2019 |
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| Sponsor | DeGen Medical, Inc.<br>1321-C North Cashua Drive<br>Florence, SC 29501<br>Phone 877-240-7838<br>Fax 843-407-0545 |
| 510(k) Contact | Secure BioMed Evaluations<br>Linda Braddon, Ph.D.<br>7828 Hickory Flat Highway<br>Suite 120<br>Woodstock, GA 30188<br>770-837-2681<br>Regulatory@SecureBME.com |
| Trade Name | Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical Plate System |
| Common Name | Spinal Intervertebral Body Fixation Orthosis |
| Code -Classification | KWQ<br>21 CFR 888.3060: Class II |
| Primary Predicate | K150759 Hyper-C Anterior Cervical Plate System |
| Additional Predicates | K971883 Synthes Small Stature Anterior Cervical Locking Plate System<br>K030866, K031276, K926453, K945700 Synthes CSLP<br>K052292 X-Spine Spider Cervical Plate<br>K013877, K121658 Orthofix Hallmark Anterior Cervical Plate System<br>K080646, K133518 Biomet Maxan Anterior Cervical Plate System |
| Device Description | The DeGen Medical Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical Plate Systems (CACP) consists of cervical<br>plates and bone screws. All implants are intended to provide stabilization of the cervical<br>vertebrae. The CACP provides anterior fixation from either fixed or variable angle<br>construct in self-tapping or self-drilling bone screw options. The system is provided non-<br>sterile and is constructed from Titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) per ASTM F136. |
| Indications for Use | The DeGen Medical Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical Plate system is intended for use as an<br>aid in cervical spinal fusion and is intended for unilateral fixation. The Cyclops™<br>Anterior Cervical Plate system is intended for anterior intervertebral screw fixation of<br>the cervical spine at levels C2 to T1. The system is indicated for temporary stabilization<br>of the anterior spine during the development of cervical spine fusions in patients with<br>following indications:<br>Degenerative Disc Disease (as defined by neck pain of discogenic origin with<br>degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies) Spinal Stenosis Trauma (i.e. fracture or dislocation) Deformity or curvatures (including scoliosis, kyphosis, or lordosis) Spinal Tumors Pseudoarthrosis or failed previous fusion Spondylolisthesis Decompression of the spinal following total or partial cervical vertebrectomy |
| Technological<br>Characteristics | As was established in this submission, the subject Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical Plate<br>System (CACP) is substantially equivalent to other predicate devices cleared by the FDA<br>for commercial distribution in the United States. The subject device was shown to be<br>substantially equivalent and has the same technological characteristics to its predicate<br>devices through comparison in areas including design, intended use, material<br>composition, function, and range of sizes. |
| Non-Clinical<br>Performance Testing<br>Conclusion | Non-clinical testing was performed to demonstrate the DeGen Medical Cyclops™<br>Anterior Cervical Plate System (CACP) is substantially equivalent to other predicate<br>devices in accordance with "Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, Guidance for Spinal<br>System 510(k)s", May 3, 2004. The following tests were performed:<br>Static and dynamic compression testing per ASTM F1717 Static torsion testing per ASTM F1717 Screw strength via ASTM F543 Push-out testing for Screws The results of these studies show the subject DeGen Medical Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical<br>Plate System (CACP) meets or exceeds the performance of the predicate devices, and<br>the device was therefore found to be substantially equivalent. |
| Substantial<br>Equivalence Summary<br>(Conclusion) | Based on the indications for use, technological characteristics, performance testing, and<br>comparison to predicate devices, the subject DeGen Medical Cyclops™ Anterior Cervical<br>Plate System (CACP) has been shown to be substantially equivalent to legally marketed<br>predicate devices. |
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