K193461 · Medacta International S.A. · MBI · Feb 6, 2020 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K193461
Device Name
MectaLock All-Suture Anchors
Applicant
Medacta International S.A.
Product Code
MBI · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Feb 6, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3040
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The MectaLock All-Suture Anchor is intended for use in arthroscopic or open surgical approaches for fixation of suture (soft tissue) to bone in the hip and shoulder in the following procedures: - Hip: acetabular labral repair - Shoulder: glenoid labrum repair; cuff rotator repair
Device Story
MectaLock All-Suture Anchors are implantable, knotted devices made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) braided to create an anchoring point within bone. The device is pre-loaded on a disposable stainless steel driver with a plastic handle. Used by orthopedic surgeons in arthroscopic or open surgical procedures to secure soft tissue to bone. The surgeon deploys the anchor into the bone, where it expands to provide fixation; the attached sutures are then used to reattach soft tissue. This fixation facilitates healing by holding tissue in place during the recovery process. The device is provided sterile and is intended for single use.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical studies were conducted. Evidence consists of non-clinical bench testing, including design validation via cadaver workshop, MR safety evaluation, and mechanical characterization (cyclic and load-to-failure testing). Biocompatibility, pyrogenicity, sterilization, and shelf-life were also evaluated.
Technological Characteristics
Implant material: UHMWPE. Driver: stainless steel with plastic handle. Deployment: mechanical anchor expansion. Sterilization: not specified. Configurations: two anchor sizes, two driver lengths, and various suture types (standard or tape).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring soft tissue-to-bone fixation in the hip (acetabular labral repair) and shoulder (glenoid labrum repair, rotator cuff repair) via arthroscopic or open surgical approaches.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a stiff wire segment or rod made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel, and that may be smooth on the outside, fully or partially threaded, straight or U-shaped; and may be either blunt pointed, sharp pointed, or have a formed, slotted head on the end. It may be used for fixation of bone fractures, for bone reconstructions, as a guide pin for insertion of other implants, or it may be implanted through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.
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February 6, 2020
Medacta International SA % Chris Lussier Director, Quality and Regulatory Medacta USA 3973 Delp Street Memphis, Tennessee 38118
Re: K193461
Trade/Device Name: MectaLock All-Suture Anchors Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3040 Regulation Name: Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MBI Dated: December 11, 2019 Received: December 16, 2019
Dear Mr. Lussier:
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,
Laura C. Rose, Ph.D. Acting Assistant Director DHT6C: Division of Restorative, Repair and Trauma Devices OHT6: Office of Orthopedic Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: 06/30/2020
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
Device Name MectaLock-All Suture Anchors
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The MectaLock All-Suture Anchor is in arthroscopic or open surgical approaches for fixation of suture (soft tissue) to bone in the hip and shoulder in the following procedures:
- · Hip: acetabular labral repair
· Shoulder: glenoid labrum repair; cuff rotator repair
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# K193461
# 2.0 510(k) Summary
#### I. Submitter
Medacta International SA Strada Regina 6874 Castel San Pietro (CH) Switzerland Phone (+41) 91 696 60 60 Fax (+41) 91 696 60 66
Contact Person: Stefano Baj, Regulatory and Compliance Director. Medacta International SA Applicant Correspondent: Chris Lussier, Director of Quality and Regulatory, Medacta USA Date Prepared: December 11, 2019 Date Revised: January 31, 2020
#### II. Device
| Device Proprietary Name: | MectaLock All-Suture Anchors |
|--------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|
| Common or Usual Name: | Soft Tissue Fixation Device |
| Classification Name: | Fastener, Fixation, Non-degradable, Soft tissue |
| Product Codes: | MBI |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 888.3040 |
| Device Classification: | II |
#### III. Predicate Device
Substantial equivalence is claimed to the following device:
- JuggerKnot Soft Anchors, K150768, Biomet Manufacturing Corp. ●
The following device is referenced in the submission:
- MectaLock PEEK Suture Anchor, K190474, Medacta International SA ●
#### IV. Device Description
The MectaLock All-Suture Anchors are implantable, knotted, devices composed entirely of ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) specifically arranged and braided to create an anchoring point within the bone after deployment. The sutures that compose the anchor are also used to secure soft tissues to a supporting structure (i.e., bone).
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The sterile, individually packaged, devices consist of the all-suture anchor and a disposable stainless steel driver with a plastic handle. The all-suture anchor is pre-loaded on the disposable driver.
MectaLock All-Suture Anchors are available in six (6) different configurations depending on anchor size (size 1 and size 2), driver length (long and short), and typology of preloaded floating sutures (standard or tape sutures).
#### V. Indications for Use
The MectaLock All-Suture Anchor is intended for use in arthroscopic or open surgical approaches for fixation of suture (soft tissue) to bone in the hip and shoulder in the following procedures:
- Hip: acetabular labral repair
- Shoulder: glenoid labrum repair; cuff rotator repair
#### Comparison of Technological Characteristics VI.
The MectaLock All-Suture Anchors and the predicate device share the following characteristics:
- . anchor deployment and fixation mechanism;
- . driver design and material;
- driver handle design and material; and
- sterilization method.
The MectaLock All-Suture Anchors and the predicate devices are technologically different with respect to suture size and types of sutures provided with each configuration.
## Discussion
Based on the comparison of technological characteristics and performance data provided within this submission, the MectaLock All-Suture Anchors are substantially equivalent to the identified predicate device. Technological differences related to suture size and types of sutures provided are addressed through performance testing.
#### Performance Data VII.
Based on the risk analysis, a cadaver workshop and characterization testing were conducted to written protocols. The following performance tests are being provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination:
## Non-Clinical Studies
- DESIGN VALIDATION ●
- Design Validation, according to Medacta Design Validation Protocol A1 (Cadaver O Workshop) M07.85.003 and Evaluation forms. Test Report A1.
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- MR compatibility, MR Safety Evaluation All-Suture Anchors O
- . CHARACTERIZATION TESTING
- Cyclic and load-to-failure properties of All-Suture Anchors according to Empa Test O Report No. 5214'022'720e and Medacta Protocol IL 07.09.575. Test report A2.
- PYROGENICITY
- Bacterial Endotoxin Test (LAL test) was conducted according to European O Pharmacopoeia \$2.6.14 (which is equivalent to USP chapter <85>) and pyrogen test according to USP chapter <151> for pyrogenicity determination
- O the subject devices are not labeled as non-pyrogenic or pyrogen free
- BIOCOMPATIBILITY ●
- STERILIZATION
- SHELF-LIFE
### Clinical Studies
- No clinical studies were conducted
## VIII. Conclusion
The information provided with this submission supports that the MectaLock All-Suture Anchors are substantially equivalent to the predicate device. Substantial equivalence has been demonstrated through a comparison of intended use, design and technological characteristics, as well as performance evaluations.
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