K220652 · Brainlab AG · OLO · Jun 3, 2022 · Neurology
Device Facts
Record ID
K220652
Device Name
Knee 3
Applicant
Brainlab AG
Product Code
OLO · Neurology
Decision Date
Jun 3, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 882.4560
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Knee3 is intended to be an intraoperative localization system used during orthopedic knee surgery. It links a navigated instrument, tracked by a passive marker sensor system, to virtual computer image space on an individually acquired model of the patient's anatomical axes, which are generated through acquiring multiple anatomical bony landmarks. The system is indicated for medical conditions in which the use of stereotaxic surgery may be appropriate and where a reference to a rigid anatomical structure, such as the femur and tibia, can be identified relative to the acquired anatomical landmarks. The system aids the surgeon to plan resections, measure cutting block alignment, measure bone resections, and/or leg alignment. The device is indicated for total and uni-compartmental knee replacement.
Device Story
Knee3 is an intraoperative software navigation module for orthopedic knee surgery. It uses infrared optical tracking of instruments (reference arrays, pointers, plane tools) to register femur and tibia anatomical landmarks. The system maps these tracked instruments to a virtual computer image space. Surgeons use the system to plan resections, measure cutting block alignment, and assess bone resections or leg alignment. Operated by surgeons in an OR setting, the system provides real-time navigation measurements on an LCD touch display. By providing precise intraoperative guidance, the device assists in the accurate placement of prosthetic knee implants, potentially improving surgical outcomes.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical trials were conducted. Clinical validation relied on literature data from predecessor software versions (predicate devices) to establish equivalence of workflows (Motion, Universal, Partial, Express). Bench testing confirmed system accuracy within ± 2° and ± 2mm in 95% of cases. Biocompatibility of instruments was verified per ISO 10993 standards.
Technological Characteristics
Infrared passive/active marker-based optical tracking. Instruments made of surgical-grade materials. System includes software module for navigation platforms with LCD capacitive touch display. Connectivity via navigation station hardware. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1, -5, -10, -11, -12, -18. Software is a major level of concern.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing total or uni-compartmental knee replacement where stereotaxic surgery is appropriate and rigid anatomical structures (femur/tibia) can be referenced via anatomical landmarks.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A stereotaxic instrument is a device consisting of a rigid frame with a calibrated guide mechanism for precisely positioning probes or other devices within a patient's brain, spinal cord, or other part of the nervous system.
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June 3, 2022
Brainlab AG Chiara Cunico Manager Regulatory Affairs Olof-Palme-Str. 9 Munich, Bavaria 81829 Germany
Re: K220652
Trade/Device Name: Knee 3 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4560 Regulation Name: Stereotaxic Instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OLO Dated: March 1, 2022 Received: March 7, 2022
Dear Chiara Cunico:
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,
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) K220652
Device Name Knee 3
Indications for Use (Describe)
Knee3 is intended to be an intraoperative localization system used during orthopedic knee surgery. It links a navigated instrument, tracked by a passive marker sensor system, to virtual computer image space on an individually acquired model of the patient's anatomical axes, which are generated through acquiring multiple anatomical bony landmarks. The system is indicated for medical conditions in which the use of stereotaxic surgery may be appropriate and where a reference to a rigid anatomical structure, such as the femur and tibia, can be identified relative to the acquired anatomical landmarks. The system aids the surgeon to plan resections, measure cutting block alignment, measure bone resections, and/or leg alignment. The device is indicated for total and uni-compartmental knee replacement.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
[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
May 25, 2022
| General Information | |
|----------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Manufacturer | Brainlab AG; Olof-Palme Str.9, 81829, Munich, Germany |
| Establishment Registration | 8043933 |
| Device Name | Orthopedic Stereotaxic Instrument |
| Trade Name | Knee 3 |
| Classification Name | Stereotaxic instrument |
| Product Code | OLO |
| Regulation Number | 882.4560 |
| Regulatory Class | II |
| Panel | Orthopedic |
| Predicate Devices | Primary predicate device: Brainlab Knee (Knee 2.5) K102990<br>Secondary predicate device: uni-Knee (Uni-Knee 2.0) K080678<br>Tertiary predicate device: DASH Knee (DASH Knee 1.0) (K102251) |
| Contact Information | |
|-----------------------------------|----------------------------------------|
| Primary Contact | Alternate Contact |
| Chiara Cunico | Regulatory Affairs Brainlab |
| Manager RA | Phone: +49 89 99 15 68 0 |
| Phone: +49 89 99 15 68 0 | Fax: +49 89 99 15 68 5033 |
| Email: chiara.cunico@brainlab.com | Email: regulatory.affairs@brainlab.com |
# 1. Indications for Use
Knee3 is intended to be an intraoperative localization system used during orthopedic knee surgery. It links a navigated instrument, tracked by a passive marker sensor system, to virtual computer image space on an individually acquired model of the patient's anatomical axes, which are generated through acquiring multiple anatomical bony landmarks. The system is indicated for medical conditions in which the use of stereotaxic surgery may be appropriate and where a reference to a rigid anatomical structure, such as the femur and tibia, can be identified relative to the acquired anatomical landmarks. The system aids the surgeon to plan resections, measure cutting block alignment, measure bone resections, and/or leg alignment.
The device is indicated for total and uni-compartmental knee replacement.
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# 2. Device Description
The Knee3 is a software application module intended to be used on compatible navigation platforms that assist in the implantation of prosthetic knee implants. It uses instruments and accessories such as reference arrays, pointers and plane tools, which are tracked by an infrared camera of the respective platform, to determine femur and tibia anatomical landmarks as well as instrument positions in relation to the registered bones. The resulting navigation measurements support the user with the placement of the cutting guides.
| Tracking<br>Principle | Infrared passive and active marker based tracking as provided by the<br>optical tracking camera unit of the navigation station. |
|-----------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Navigation | The relation between the patient and the reference attached to the patient<br>is realized with a manual registration using instruments.<br>The Knee3 software receives position and orientation of tracked instrument<br>accessories and calculates the navigation measurements out of their<br>relations to each other. The measurement values are displayed within the<br>software graphical user interface on the respective platform screen. |
| Display | LCD display with capacitive dual touch technology. |
#### 3. Substantial Equivalence
| Devices | Name (version) | K-Number | Manufacturer |
|---------------------|---------------------------|----------|--------------|
| Subject Device | Knee3 (Knee 3.3) | N/A | Brainlab AG |
| Primary Predicate | Brainlab Knee (Knee 2.5) | K102990 | Brainlab AG |
| Secondary Predicate | uni-Knee (Uni-Knee 2.0) | K080678 | Brainlab AG |
| Tertiary predicate | DASH Knee (DASH Knee 1.0) | K102251 | Brainlab AG |
#### COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICE
Infrared optical tracking is the technological principle for both the subject and predicate devices. It is based on the use of instruments with reflective marker technology.
At a high level, the subject and predicate devices are based on the following same technological elements:
- Same localization and referencing techniques -
- Same user interface technology -
- Same remote control devices -
- Same general acquisition methods -
- Mostly the same registration steps that make up the bone coordinate systems -
- Instruments are made of surgical grade materials -
- Instruments are pre-calibrated -
The following technological differences exist between the subject and predicate devices:
- User interface visual design -
- -Software user guidance
Knee 3
#### 510(k) Summary
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- Some landmark registrations -
- -Compatible platform devices and accessories
However, these differences do not raise any new questions of safety or efficacy because the performance of the subject device has thoroughly been verified for its efficacy.
# 4. Performance Data
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination.
#### System
The technical navigation accuracy (bench accuracy) of the overall system consisting of platform, software and instruments has been evaluated on a bench model and has shown to be within limits of ± 2° for angles and ± 2mm for distances in 95% of cases.
#### Instruments
The safety and effectiveness of the Knee3 Instruments has been verified. Technical performance has been tested on the following main aspects:
- . Instrument system integration testing: the Knee3 instruments have been proven to meet the accuracy requirements for use with Knee3.
- Mechanical stability testing: the mechanical stability of the Knee3 instruments has proven to ● be sufficient for the intended use.
- Biocompatibility: the Knee3 instruments with intended patient contact have been supported as ● biocompatible.
#### Biocompatibility testing
The biocompatibility evaluation for the Knee3 surgical instruments was conducted in accordance with the FDA Blue Book Memorandum #G95-1 "Use of International Standard ISO-10993, 'Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 1: Evaluation and Testing," May 1, 1995, and International Standard ISO 10993-1 "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 1: Evaluation and Testing Within a Risk Management Process," as recognized by FDA. The battery of testing included the following tests:
- Cytotoxicity tests acc. to ISO 10993-5 -
- Chemical analysis acc. to 10993-12 and 10993-18 for quantification and characterization of organic leachables and extractables
In addition, the following biological endpoints were evaluated based on the test results:
- -Sensitization acc. to ISO 10993-10
- Irritation acc. to ISO 10993-10 -
- -Materials-Mediated Pyrogenicity acc. to ISO 10993-11
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- -Acute Systemic Toxicity acc. to ISO 10993-11
#### Software Verification and Validation Testing
Software verification and validation testing were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff. "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices." The software for this device was considered as a "major" level of concern, since failures or latent flaws could prior to mitigation of hazards result in serious injury to the patient. Information provided by the software drives a decision through the user, that, if misapplied, could result in serious injury.
#### Clinical Validation:
Clinical Validation for the Subject Device was carried out to establish equivalence of the subject device workflows (Motion, Universal, Partial and Express) to the workflows contained within the identified predicate devices.
Clinical data gathered from literature was used to validate the accuracy of the predecessor software device versions (predicate devices) and respective workflows.
#### 5. Conclusion
The comparison of the Knee3 with the predicate device(s) Brainlab Knee, Uni Knee and DASH Knee shows that the Knee3 has similar functionality, intended use, technological characteristics, and typical users as the predicate devices. Verification activities ensured that the design specifications are met and that the Knee3 does not introduce new issues concerning safety and effectiveness. Hence, the Subject Device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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