K211244 · 3D Systems · PBF · Nov 10, 2021 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K211244
Device Name
VSP® Orthopedics System
Applicant
3D Systems
Product Code
PBF · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Nov 10, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3030
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The VSP® Orthopedics System is intended to be used as a surgical instrument to assist in preoperative planning and/or in guiding the marking of bone and/or in guiding surgical instruments in non-acute, non-joint replacing osteotomies for adult patients in the distal femur, tibia, and non-sacrum pelvis.
Device Story
VSP Orthopedics System assists surgeons in preoperative planning and surgical guidance for orthopedic osteotomies. Input: patient medical imaging data. Process: software-based image manipulation and 3D modeling; physician-reviewed surgical plans; 3D printing of patient-specific anatomical models, templates, and guides. Output: physical anatomical models, surgical guides, and digital surgical plans. Accessories include stainless steel drill inserts for guide holes. Used in clinical settings; operated by trained personnel in coordination with surgeons. Benefits: improved surgical accuracy and planning for non-acute, non-joint replacing bone procedures.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by non-clinical bench testing: operational and performance qualification of manufacturing processes, cleaning validation (AAMI TIR 30), steam sterilization validation (ISO 17665-1:2006, SAL 10^-6), biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1: sensitization, irritation, acute systemic toxicity), and 3-month shelf-life validation.
Technological Characteristics
Patient-specific anatomical models, templates, and guides. Materials: SLA printing resin (Accura ClearVue) and stainless steel drill inserts. Workflow: image transfer/manipulation software, 3D printing. Sterilization: steam sterilization (ISO 17665-1:2006). Connectivity: digital file transfer. Software: patient-specific planning and design.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients undergoing non-acute, non-joint replacing osteotomies of the distal femur, tibia, and non-sacrum pelvis.
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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November 10, 2021
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3D Systems Ben Johnson Vice President, Portfolio & Regulatory, Healthcare 5381 South Alkire Circle Littleton, Colorado 80127
Re: K211244
Trade/Device Name: VSP Orthopedics Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 Regulation Name: Single/Multiple Component Metallic Bone Fixation Appliances And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PBF Dated: October 12, 2021 Received: October 14, 2021
Dear Ben Johnson:
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
Shumaya Ali, M.P.H. 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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
K211244
Device Name VSP® Orthopedics System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The VSP® Orthopedics System is intended to be used as a surgical instrument to assist in preoperative planning and/or in guiding the marking of bone and/or in guiding surgical instruments in non-acute, non-joint replacing osteotomies for adult patients in the distal femur, tibia, and non-sacrum pelvis.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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# 510(K) SUMMARY
## 1. INTRODUCTION
This document contains the 510(k) summary for the VSP® Orthopedics System. The content of this summary is based on the requirements of 21 CFR 807.92.
#### 2. SUBMITTER
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| Name: | 3D Systems, Inc. |
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| Address: | 5381 South Alkire Circle<br>Littleton, CO 80127, USA<br>Phone: (720) 643-1001<br>Fax: (720) 643-1009 |
| Official Contact: | Scott Brewer<br>Director, Regulatory Affairs, Healthcare |
| Date Prepared: | April 23, 2021 |
| DEVICE | |
| Trade Name: | VSP® Orthopedics System |
| Common Name: | Patient specific orthopedic anatomical models, templates, guides, and<br>surgical plans. |
| Classification Name: | Orthopaedic Surgical Planning and Instrument Guides |
| Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 888.3030 |
| Product Code: | PBF |
#### 4. PREDICATE DEVICES
Predicate device:
- VSP® Orthopedics System, 3D Systems (K190044)
#### 5. DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE
The VSP® Orthopedics System is intended to assist a surgeon with pre-operative planning and transfer of the pre-operative plan to the surgery in orthopedic procedures. The system contains several physical and digital outputs including patient-specific anatomical models, templates, and guides (physical outputs); and patient-specific surgical plans and digital files (digital or documentation outputs).
Outputs of the VSP® Orthopedics System are designed with physician input and reviewed by the physician prior to finalization and distribution.
The VSP® Orthopedics System also contains Stainless Steel Drill Inserts (VSP® Orthopedics System Accessories) which are intended to be used by the physician to guide drilling activities during the
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surgical procedure. The inserts fit into a standard hole in the cutting / drill guides and can be used across all VSP® Orthopedics System guides and templates.
### 6. INTENDED USE
The VSP® Orthopedics System is intended to be used as a surgical instrument to assist in preoperative planning and/or in guiding the marking of bone and/or in guiding surgical instruments in non-acute, non-joint replacing osteotomies for adult patients in the distal femur, tibia, and nonsacrum pelvis.
### 7. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICE
The intended use and technological characteristics of the subject device are either identical or substantially equivalent to the predicate device (VSP® Orthopedics System), differing only in the expansion of materials included within the VSP® Orthopedics System for anatomic models. The potential impact on substantial equivalence of each technological difference was addressed by risk analysis and verification and validation testing.
#### Similarities to Predicate
The inputs to the subject device are identical to those of the predicate device. System outputs of the subject and predicate device comprise both digital and physical outputs which can include patientspecific anatomical models, and guides for the purpose of assisting the surgeon during maxillofacial surgeries. The subject device and the predicate device are both intended to be generated by trained personnel, in a non-medical manufacturing or office environment, with active support from the surgeon. The subject device uses the same technologies as the predicate device. These include image transfer and manipulation via software that is subsequently used for 3D printing of anatomical models and guides for surgical planning. The subject and predicate device use the same software components for the digital workflow. There has been no change to the sterilization process for the surgical guides produced by the subject device. The subject device serves the same patient population as the predicate device.
#### Differences to Predicate
One new material is presented in the modified system and makes up the changes presented within this Traditional 510(k) submission. The material, SLA printing resin Accura ClearVue, is being added to the system for anatomical models.
#### 8. SUMMARY OF PERFORMANCE TESTING
The testing outlined below was intended to show that the output of the design and development process demonstrated compliance with the device specifications. Non-clinical testing was conducted to prove the subject device performs in accordance with its intended use and is substantially equivalent to the listed predicate device.
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The following testing was conducted for the VSP® Orthopedics System:
- Operational Qualification
A process operational qualification was performed to assess the manufacturing process over the range of allowable process parameters. All test method acceptance criteria were met.
- Performance Qualification A process performance qualification was conducted to assess the manufacturing process repeatability at nominal parameters. All test method acceptance criteria were met.
## · Cleaning Validation A cleaning validation was performed in accordance with AAMI TIR 30. Following soiling and cleaning of the subject device, bioburden, protein levels, and hemoglobin levels were exampled. All test method acceptance criteria were met.
- Sterilization Validation
Steam sterilization validations were performed for the dynamic-air-removal cycle in accordance with ISO 17665-1:2006 to a sterility assurance level (SAL) of 10° using the biological indicator (BI) overkill method. All test method acceptance criteria were met.
- Biocompatibility Validation
Biocompatibility endpoints were evaluated in accordance with ISO 10993-1. Sensitization, irritation, and acute systemic toxicity testing conducted on the subject device manufactured from Accura ClearVue are within the pre-defined acceptance criteria. The results of the testing adequately address biocompatibility for the output device and it's intended use.
- Shelf Life Validation A shelf life validation was performed to ensure Accura ClearVue anatomical model outputs maintain functionality following a shelf life of 3 months.
- Clinical Performance Data Clinical testing was not necessary for the determination of substantial equivalence.
All process and verification and validation testing, which were conducted as a result of risk analyses and design impact assessments, showed conformity to pre-established specifications and acceptance criteria. The acceptance criteria was established in support of device performance, and testing demonstrated substantial equivalence of the system to the predicate device.
## 9. CONCLUSION
The VSP® Orthopedics System has the same intended use and similar technological characteristics as the predicate. Minor differences in the technological and performance characteristics do not raise new or different questions of safety and effectiveness.
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