K213046 · Allosource · GAT · Jun 27, 2023 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K213046
Device Name
AceConnex Pre-Sutured Fascia
Applicant
Allosource
Product Code
GAT · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jun 27, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.5000
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia is intended for use as a component in soft tissue surgical procedures where constructs including those with allograft tissues are used for reconstruction, replacement, or augmentation of the hip labrum.
Device Story
AceConnex Pre-Sutured Fascia is a pre-assembled surgical construct consisting of processed human allograft fascia lata tissue and pre-attached Force Fiber UHMWPE non-absorbable surgical suture. Designed for hip labrum reconstruction, replacement, or augmentation. Used in clinical surgical settings by orthopedic surgeons. The device features a smooth side for cartilage articulation and a sutured side for bone fixation. Available in three sizes for segmental or full circumferential augmentation; adjustable/trimmable by the surgeon during the procedure. The device is secured to the acetabular rim using knotted or knotless suture anchors. Pre-assembly eliminates the need for intraoperative suture grafting, potentially reducing surgical time and variability compared to manual assembly. Benefits include structural support for the hip labrum, mechanical integrity during surgical application, and pullout strength exceeding estimated physiological forces during activities like jogging.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Performance testing assessed visual, physical, and mechanical properties, including device integrity during preparation, adjustability, acetabular rim conformity, suture pullout strength, and tensile strength after two years of frozen storage. Bacterial endotoxin testing performed per USP <85> and ANSI/AAMI ST72:2011; levels < 20 EU/Device.
Technological Characteristics
Construct of human allograft fascia lata tissue and Force Fiber UHMWPE non-absorbable synthetic suture. Tissue processed per AATB standards and 21 CFR 1271. Sterilized via low-dose electron beam irradiation. Dimensions: 40-140mm lengths. Mechanical properties: suture pullout strength exceeds healthy hip jogging forces. Endotoxin levels < 20 EU/Device.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use in soft tissue surgical procedures requiring reconstruction, replacement, or augmentation of the hip labrum using allograft tissue constructs.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Nonabsorbable poly(ethylene terephthalate) surgical suture is a multifilament, nonabsorbable, sterile, flexible thread prepared from fibers of high molecular weight, long-chain, linear polyesters having recurrent aromatic rings as an integral component and is indicated for use in soft tissue approximation. The poly(ethylene terephthalate) surgical suture meets U.S.P. requirements as described in the U.S.P. Monograph for Nonabsorbable Surgical Sutures; it may be provided uncoated or coated; and it may be undyed or dyed with an appropriate FDA listed color additive. Also, the suture may be provided with or without a standard needle attached.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Surgical Sutures; Guidance for Industry and FDA.” See § 878.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.
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June 27, 2023
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AlloSource Trevor Wright Director, Regulatory Affairs 6278 S. Troy Circle Centennial, Colorado 80111
Re: K213046
Trade/Device Name: AceConnex Pre-Sutured Fascia Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.5000 Regulation Name: Nonabsorbable Poly(Ethylene Terephthalate) Surgical Suture Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GAT Dated: Mav 25, 2023 Received: May 30, 2023
Dear Trevor Wright:
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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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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Sincerely,
# Jesse Muir -S
Jesse Muir, PhD 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) K213046
Device Name AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Ace Connex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia is intended for use as a component in soft tissue surgical procedures where constructs including those with allograft tissues are used for reconstruction, replacement, or augmentation of the hip labrum.
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# 510(k) Summary
| Submitted by: | AlloSource<br>6278 S. Troy Circle<br>Centennial, CO 80111 USA<br>Telephone: 720-873-0213<br>Facsimile: 720-873-0212 |
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| Contact Person: | Trevor Wright |
| Date Prepared: | June 26, 2023 |
| Proprietary Name: | AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia |
| Common Name: | Labrum Replacement and Augmentation Device |
| Classification Name: | Suture, Non-absorbable, Synthetic, Polyethylene<br>21 CFR 878.5000<br>GAT |
| Predicate Device: | Arthrex Suture Grafting Kit<br>510(k) # K041553 |
| Reference Devices: | ReConnex™ Pre-Sutured Tendon<br>510(k) # K170957<br>Force Fiber® ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) non-<br>absorbable surgical suture<br>510(k) # K063778 |
This 510(k) Summary information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR Part 807.92.
# Device Description
The Labrum Replacement and Augmentation Device, marketed as AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia subject device is a pre-assembled surgical construct comprised of allograft tissue and non-absorbable, synthetic suture. The allograft fascia lata tissue is terminally cleaned and disinfected using a proprietary process. The fascia lata tissue is pre-sutured with Force Fiber® ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) non-absorbable surgical suture cleared under K063778, and the device is terminally sterilized by low dose electron beam irradiation.
The device has a smooth side for articulating against the rotating cartilage surface and a sutured side which is secured against the bone and comes in three sizes to accommodate the needs of surgeons performing segmental (40-60mm and 60-100mm) and full circumferential (100-140mm) augmentations or reconstructions. Each device contains two adjustable sections where the device may be cut to provide adjustment options so that the device may be trimmed to fit the needs of patient and surgeon.
#### Indications for Use
The AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia is intended for use as a component in soft tissue surgical procedures where constructs including those with allograft tissues are used for reconstruction, replacement, or augmentation of the hip labrum.
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# Technological Characteristics and Substantial Equivalence
The AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia subject device is a pre-assembled surgical construct derived from allograft tissue and non-absorbable synthetic surgical suture.
Donor tissue utilized in the subject AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia device meets eligibility requirements for Relevant Communicable Disease Agents or Diseases (RCDAD) via a medical director review of donor medical and social history and all applicable infectious disease screening tests, including human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1 and HIV-1 NAT), human immunodeficiency virus type 2 (HIV-2), hepatitis B virus (HBV NAT, HBcAb, and HBsAg), hepatitis C virus (HCV and HCV-NAT), and syphilis (Rapid Plasma Reagin or Serologic Test for Syphilis). The tissue recovered from each individual donor is processed as an individual batch in a segregated manner to avoid cross-contamination with other donor tissue; at no time is tissue from multiple donors pooled. Donor tissue utilized in the AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia subject device meets the requirements of the American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB) and 21 CFR Parts 820 and 1271.
The predicate device. Arthrex Suture Grafting Kit, is intended for use in soft tissue approximation and or ligation. These sutures may be incorporated, as components, into surgeries including those with allograft or autograft tissues are used for repair. The AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia is substantially equivalent to this predicate device as the intended uses are the same. The subject device is a pre-assembled surgical construct, with an allograft tissue and suture component, and is intended to be used as a component in soft tissue surgical procedures where constructs are used for reconstruction, replacement, or augmentation of the hip labrum. Both devices contain nonabsorbable, synthetic, non-dyed suture. One difference between our device and this predicate, is that AceConnex Pre-Sutured Fascia is a pre-assembled sutured allograft, where the Arthrex Suture Grafting Kit is used in the assembly of sutured allografts in the operating room. This minor difference between AceConnex Pre-Sutured Fascia and this predicate device does not raise any questions regarding the safety and effectiveness and testing conducted has shown no apparent issue with the pre-assembly of the allograft in regards to the function and intended use of the device.
# Product Performance Testing
Comprehensive product performance testing was conducted on the AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia subject device to assess visual, physical, mechanical, and clinical properties. The subject device passed all product performance tests: device integrity was maintained during surgical preparation and application, device length was adjustable, the device conformed to the acetabular rim, the device was securable with knotted and knotless suture anchors, had a suture pullout strength greater than the estimated force on the labrum in a healthy hip during jogging, retains the necessary tensile strength after two vears frozen storage, and has similar physical properties of surgeon fascia allografts.
# Bacterial Endotoxin Testing
Bacterial endotoxin testing was conducted in accordance with the following standards:
- USP chapter <85> Bacterial Endotoxin Test .
- ANSI/AAMI ST72:2011: Bacterial Endotoxins Test methods, routine, monitoring, and . alternatives to batch testing
- FDA Guidance for Industry: Pyrogen and Endotoxins Testing Questions and Answers .
Bacterial endotoxin levels for the AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia subject device were tested using an adequate and acceptable representative endotoxin test sample itself. Bacterial endotoxin levels were less than 20 EU/Device and met bacterial endotoxin testing requirements.
# Conclusion
The AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia subject device and the Arthrex Suture Grafting Kit predicate device have substantially equivalent intended uses, indications for use, technological characteristics, and principles of operation.
The AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia subject device is a pre-assembled surgical construct, comprised of donated human allograft tissue and non-absorbable, synthetic suture. While not pre-assembled, the
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Arthrex Suture Grafting Kit predicate device is a suture kit that contains non-absorbable, synthetic sutures that have been cleared for use, as components, in soft tissue surgeries where constructs, including those with allograft tissues, are used for repair.
Additionally, product performance testing demonstrated that the AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia subject device performs in accordance with its specifications and is as safe and effective as its predicate, indicating that the minor differences in indications for use, technological features, and materials do not raise questions of safety or effectiveness.
In conclusion, the AceConnex™ Pre-Sutured Fascia subject device is substantially equivalent to the listed predicate device.
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