K202887 · Illuminoss Medical, Inc. · QAD · Oct 27, 2020 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K202887
Device Name
IlluminOss Bone Stabilization System
Applicant
Illuminoss Medical, Inc.
Product Code
QAD · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Oct 27, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3023
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients in the treatment of traumatic, fragility, pathological, and impending pathological fractures of the humerus, radius, pelvis, fibula, metacarpals, metatarsals, and phalanges. The IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System can also be used in conjunction with FDA-cleared fracture fixation systems to provide supplemental fixation in these anatomic sites. The IlluminOss System may be used in the femur and tibia to provide supplemental fixation to an anatomically appropriate FDA-cleared fracture fixation system.
Device Story
Minimally invasive bone stabilization system; utilizes catheter to deploy inflatable, noncompliant PET balloon into medullary canal across fracture site. Balloon infused with photodynamic (light-cured) monomer; expands to fill intramedullary canal. Visible spectrum light delivered via radially emitting fiber in central lumen cures monomer in situ. Used by surgeons in clinical settings to stabilize fractures or provide supplemental fixation to existing hardware. Benefits include improved pull-out strength and stabilization of compromised bone.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Testing demonstrated that the device provides statistically significantly higher screw pull-out loads when used as supplemental fixation compared to stand-alone screw-plate constructs.
Technological Characteristics
In vivo cured intramedullary fixation rod. Components: PET balloon, photodynamic monomer, catheter, radially emitting light fiber. Energy source: visible spectrum light for polymerization. Minimally invasive delivery system.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients with traumatic, fragility, pathological, or impending pathological fractures of humerus, radius, pelvis, fibula, metacarpals, metatarsals, phalanges, femur, and tibia. Used for fracture treatment or as supplemental fixation with FDA-cleared systems.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An in vivo cured intramedullary fixation rod is a prescription implanted device consisting of a balloon that is inserted into the medullary canal of long bones for the fixation of fractures. The balloon is infused with, and completely encapsulates, a liquid monomer that is exposed to a curing agent which polymerizes the monomer within the balloon creating a hardened rigid structure.
Special Controls
In combination with the general controls of the FD&C Act. the in vivo cured intramedullary fixation rod is subject to the following special controls:
- 1. Non-clinical performance testing must demonstrate that the device performs as intended under anticipated conditions of use. The following performance characteristics must be tested:
- a. Mechanical testing must be conducted on the final device to assess burst, abrasion, bending, and torsion in static and dynamic conditions.
- b. Mechanical testing must demonstrate the integrity of the balloon including testing for leaks, ruptures, and release of cured/uncured material.
- Performance testing must demonstrate that the device can be inserted and C. removed.
- d. Performance testing must demonstrate the ability, in the event of a leak, to remove the uncured material from its in vivo location.
- Performance testing must demonstrate the reliability and accuracy of the curing e. method used.
- Thermal safety testing must be conducted to evaluate the temperature rise during f. curing.
- 2. Electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing, and electromagnetic interference (EMI) testing must be conducted for all electrical components.
- 3. All patient-contacting components must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
- 4. Performance data must demonstrate the sterility and pyrogenicity of patient contacting components of the device that are provided sterile.
- 5. Performance data must validate the reprocessing instructions for any reusable components or instruments.
- 6. Performance data must support the shelf life of the system by demonstrating continued sterility, package integrity, and system functionality over the established shelf life.
- 7. Technological characterization of the device must include materials, curing agents, and a description of the operating principles of the device, including the delivery system and devices which initiate the curing process.
- 8. Labeling must include the following:
- a. A detailed summary of the device technical parameters.
- b. Information describing all materials of the device.
- Information describing how to perform the procedure and use the device, C. including the delivery system and devices which initiate the curing process, as well as how to remove the device and any uncured materials.
- d. A shelf life.
- Validated methods and instructions for reprocessing any reusable components or e. instruments.
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Non-clinical performance testing must demonstrate that the device performs as intended under anticipated conditions of use. The following performance characteristics must be tested:
(i) Mechanical testing must be conducted on the final device to assess burst, abrasion, bending, and torsion in static and dynamic conditions.
(ii) Mechanical testing must demonstrate the integrity of the balloon including testing for leaks, ruptures, and release of cured/uncured material.
(iii) Performance testing must demonstrate that the device can be inserted and removed.
(iv) Performance testing must demonstrate the ability, in the event of a leak, to remove the uncured material from its in vivo location.
(v) Performance testing must demonstrate the reliability and accuracy of the curing method used.
(vi) Thermal safety testing must be conducted to evaluate the temperature rise during curing.
(2) Electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing, and electromagnetic interference (EMI) testing must be conducted for all electrical components.
(3) All patient-contacting components must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(4) Performance data must demonstrate the sterility and pyrogenicity of patient contacting components of the device that are provided sterile.
(5) Performance data must validate the reprocessing instructions for any reusable components or instruments.
(6) Performance data must support the shelf life of the system by demonstrating continued sterility, package integrity, and system functionality over the established shelf life.
(7) Technological characterization of the device must include materials, curing agents, and a description of the operating principles of the device, including the delivery system and devices which initiate the curing process.
(8) Labeling must include the following:
(i) A detailed summary of the device technical parameters.
(ii) Information describing all materials of the device.
(iii) Information describing how to perform the procedure and use the device, including the delivery system and devices which initiate the curing process, as well as how to remove the device and any uncured materials.
(iv) A shelf life.
(v) Validated methods and instructions for reprocessing any reusable components or instruments.
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October 27, 2020
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IlluminOss Medical, Inc. Hollace Rhodes Vice President, Orthopedic Regulatory Affairs MCRA, LLC 1050 K Street NW, Suite 1000 Washington, District of Columbia 20001 USA
### Re: K202887
Trade/Device Name: IlluminOss Bone Stabilization System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3023 Regulation Name: In vivo cured intramedullary fixation rod Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: QAD Dated: September 28, 2020 Received: September 28, 2020
### Dear Hollace Rhodes:
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 Michael Owens Assistant Director DHT6A: Division of Joint Arthroplasty 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) K202887
Device Name
IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients in the treatment of traumatic, fragility, pathological, and impending pathological fractures of the humerus, radius, pelvis, fibula, metacarpals, metatarsals, and phalanges. The IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System can also be used in conjunction with FDA-cleared fracture fixation systems to provide supplemental fixation in these anatomic sites. The IlluminOss System may be used in the femur and tibia to provide supplemental fixation to an anatomically appropriate FDA-cleared fracture fixation system.
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# 510(k) Summary
| Manufacturer: | IlluminOss Medical, Inc.<br>993 Waterman Avenue<br>East Providence, RI 02914<br>Phone: 401.714.0008 |
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| Contact: | Mr. Robert Rabiner<br>Chief Technical Officer<br>IlluminOss Medical, Inc.<br>993 Waterman Avenue<br>East Providence, RI 02914<br>Phone: 401.714.0008 x207<br>rrabiner@illuminoss.com |
| Prepared By: | MCRA, LLC<br>1050 K Street, NW, Suite 1000<br>Washington, DC 20001<br>Phone: 202.552.5800 |
| Date Prepared: | October 22, 2020 |
| Device Trade Name: | IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System ("IlluminOss<br>PBSS") |
| Classification: | 21 CFR 888.3023, In vivo cured intramedullary fixation rod |
| Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | OAD |
### Predicate Device:
The IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System (PBSS) is substantially equivalent to the previously cleared IlluminOss PBSS (K201961), with identical device design, intended use, technological characteristics, and performance data. The Synthes LCP System (K000066), Synthes LCP Proximal Femur Plates and Screws (K030858), Synthes LCP Proximal Tibia Plates (K011978), Synthes LCP Distal Tibia Plates (K013248), and DePuy Synthes TFNA Augmentation System (K160167) serve as reference devices, supporting the proposed modifications to the Indications for Use statement to include use in the femur and tibia in conjunction with FDA-cleared fracture fixation systems. The information summarized in the Design Control Activities Summary demonstrates that the IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System met the predetermined acceptance criteria for the verification activities.
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### Indications for Use:
The IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients in the treatment of traumatic, fragility, pathological, and impending pathological fractures of the humerus, radius, ulna, clavicle, pelvis, fibula, metacarpals, and phalanges. The IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System can also be used in conjunction with FDAcleared fracture fixation systems to provide supplemental fixation in these anatomic sites. The IlluminOss System may be used in the femur and tibia to provide supplemental fixation to an anatomically appropriate FDA-cleared fracture fixation system.
### Device Description:
The IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System provides an important treatment option in the fixation and stabilization of fractures through a minimally invasive procedure. The system uses a catheter to deploy an inflatable, noncompliant, thin wall PET balloon into the medullary canal of the bone across the fracture site. The balloon is infused using a syringe with a photodynamic (light cured) monomer that causes the balloon to slowly expand and fill the intramedullary canal of the fractured bone. Activation of the light system allows for visible spectrum light to be delivered through a radially emitting light fiber that is temporarily positioned into a central lumen of the catheter that runs the length of the balloon. With this design, the liquid monomer within the balloon is exposed to light along the entire length of the balloon during the curing process. The system is currently indicated for use in the humerus, radius, ulna, clavicle, metacarpal, metatarsal, phalanges, ulna, fibula, and anterior ring of the pelvis. The purpose of this Special 510(k) is to expand the indications of the IlluminOss Photodynamic Bone Stabilization System (PBSS) to include use in the femur and tibia in conjunction with FDA-cleared fracture fixation systems.
### Performance Testing Summary:
Testing of the IlluminOss PBSS device demonstrates that it improves pull-out strength compared to a stand-alone screw-plate construct.
### Substantial Equivalence:
The subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicates cited above with respect to intended use, design, function, and performance. The technological characteristics of the subject device are identical to the previously cleared IlluminOss PBSS devices in design, size, materials, and chemical composition. When the IlluminOss System is used to provide supplemental fixation to an anatomically appropriate FDA-cleared fracture fixation system, the samples demonstrated statistically significantly higher screw pull-out loads compared to when the IlluminOss device is not used. These results demonstrate that the device is as safe and effective as the predicate, and performs as well as or better than the predicate device.
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