K223558 · Curexo, Inc. · OLO · Jun 22, 2023 · Neurology
Device Facts
Record ID
K223558
Device Name
CUVIS-spine
Applicant
Curexo, Inc.
Product Code
OLO · Neurology
Decision Date
Jun 22, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 882.4560
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
CUVIS-spine is intended for use as an aid for precisely locating anatomical structures and for the spatial positioning and orientation of guide bush to be used by surgeons for navigating and/or guiding compatible surgical instruments in open or percutaneous pedicle screw placement provided that the required markers and rigid patient anatomy can be identified on 3D or 2D image.
Device Story
Mobile robotic system comprising robotic arm, main console, and optional staff console; used in surgical settings for pedicle screw placement. Inputs include preoperative/intraoperative 3D CT or 2D fluoroscopic images. System performs patient registration, surgical planning, and real-time tracking of navigated instruments via optical infrared camera. Robotic arm provides force-controlled guidance for instrument positioning (hand-guide function). Surgeon uses system to align guide bush for surgical instruments; output includes real-time display of instrument position relative to anatomy. Benefits include precise anatomical localization and guidance for spinal procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Non-clinical bench testing included pose accuracy and repeatability validation. Clinical evidence consists of a cadaveric study for robotic-assisted pedicle screw placement. Biocompatibility (ISO 10993-5, 10993-10), electrical safety (ES 60601-1), and EMC (IEC 60601-1-2) testing were performed.
Technological Characteristics
Mobile robotic arm with optical infrared tracking system. Materials evaluated per ISO 10993. Connectivity includes network protocols and firewall control. Software is Major level of concern. Force-controlled movement for robotic arm positioning. Compatible with O-arm, C-arm, and CT imaging.
Indications for Use
Indicated for surgeons performing open or percutaneous pedicle screw placement in patients where rigid anatomy and markers are identifiable on 3D or 2D imaging.
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 22, 2023
Sujin Yang RA Staff 577, Gangnam-Daero, Seocho-Gu Seoul, 06530 Korea. South
Re: K223558
Trade/Device Name: CUVIS-spine Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4560 Regulation Name: Stereotaxic Instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OLO Dated: May 23, 2023 Received: November 28, 2022
Dear Sujin Yang:
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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K223558
Device Name CUVIS-spine
Indications for Use (Describe)
CUVIS-spine is intended for use as an aid for precisely locating anatomical structures and for the spationing and orientation of guide bush to be used by surgeons for navigating compatible surgical instruments in open or percutaneous pedicle screw placement provided that the required markers and rigid patient anatomy can be identified on 3D or 2D image.
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# 5. 510(k) Summary
# 5.1. General Information
| Applicant/Submitter: | CUREXO, INC. |
|----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Address: | 577, Gangnam-Daero, Seocho-Gu<br>Seoul, 06530, Republic of Korea<br>Tel: +82-31-788-7938 |
| | Jungeun PARK<br>Quality Management Representative<br>Email: jepark@curexo.com |
| Contact Person: | Su Jin Yang |
| Address: | 4-5, Yanghyeon-ro 405beon-gil, Jungwon-gu,<br>Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea<br>Tel: +82-31-788-7938 |
| | Email: sjyang@curexo.com |
| Preparation Date: | November 25, 2022 |
## 5.2. Device Name and Code
| Device Trade Name: | CUVIS-spine |
|----------------------|-----------------------------------|
| Model Name: | CS200 |
| Common Name: | Pedicle Screw Guide System |
| Classification Name: | Orthopedic Stereotaxic instrument |
| Product Code: | OLO |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 882.4560 |
| Classification: | II |
| Review Panel: | Orthopedic |
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#### 510(k) Summary
## 5.3. Predicate Device
CUVIS-spine is substantially equivalent to the following legally marketed predicate devices
Table 1 Primary Predicate device
| Applicant | Device Name | 510(k) Number |
|-------------|-------------|---------------|
| CUREXO, INC | CUVIS-spine | K201569 |
Table 2 Other predicate device
| Applicant | Device Name | 510(k) Number |
|---------------------|-----------------|---------------|
| Globus Medical Inc. | Excelsius GPSTM | K171651 |
### 5.4. Device Description
The CUVIS-spine is a mobile system mainly comprising the robotic arm, the main console and the staff console as an option. The robotic arm is positioned on the floor near the side of the surgical table. The location of the main console or the staff console is appropriately determined considering the user preference and the environments.
CUVIS-spine is a pedicle screw guide system which consists of Robotic Arm, Main Console, Staff Console, Guide bush, Source Calibrator, Registration Tool, Registration Tool Adapter, Drape, Marker Ball, Patient Marker, Clamp, Adapter, Pin, Pin vise, Slide Hammer, Marker Driver, Detector calibrator, Dilator, Serration-tip dilator, Bur, Awl, Probe, Lenke probe, Tapper, Stylet tapper, Screwdriver, Instrument container.
#### 5.5. Indications / Intended Use
CUVIS-spine is intended for use as an aid for precisely locating anatomical structures and for the spatial positioning and orientation of guide bush to be used by surgeons for navigating and/or guiding compatible surgical instruments in open or percutaneous pedicle screw placement provided that the required markers and rigid patient anatomy can be identified on 3D or 2D image.
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## 5.6.Technical Characteristics in Comparison to Predicate Devices
CUVIS-spine is substantially equivalent to the following legally marketed predicate devices
| | Subject Device | Primary predicate<br>Device | Other predicate Device |
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| Device | CUVIS-spine | CUVIS-spine<br>(K201569) | Excelsius GPS™<br>(K171651) |
| | Device Description and indications for use | | |
| Manufacturer | CUREXO, INC. | CUREXO, INC. | Globus Medical Inc. |
| Classification | Class II | Class II | Class II |
| Product Code | OLO | OLO | OLO |
| Regulation<br>No. | 882.4560 | 882.4560 | 882.4560 |
| General<br>Device<br>description | The CUVIS-spine is a<br>mobile system mainly<br>comprising the robotic<br>arm, the main console<br>and the staff console as<br>an option. The robotic<br>arm is positioned on the<br>floor near the side of the<br>surgical table. The<br>location of the main<br>console or the staff<br>console is appropriately<br>determined considering<br>the user preference and<br>the environments. | The CUVIS-spine is a<br>mobile system mainly<br>comprising the robotic<br>arm, the main console<br>and the staff console as<br>an option. The robotic<br>arm is positioned on the<br>floor near the side of the<br>surgical table. The<br>location of the main<br>console or the staff<br>console is appropriately<br>determined considering<br>the user preference and<br>the environments. | The EXCELSIUS<br>GPS™ is a Robotic<br>Positioning System that<br>includes a computer<br>controlled robotic arm,<br>hardware, and software<br>that enables real time<br>surgical navigation and<br>robotic guidance using<br>radiological patient<br>images(preoperative CT,<br>intraoperative CT and<br>fluoroscopy), using a<br>dynamic reference base<br>and positioning camera. |
| Indications<br>for use | CUVIS-spine is<br>intended for use as an<br>aid for precisely<br>locating anatomical<br>structures and for the<br>spatial positioning and<br>orientation of guide<br>bush to be used by<br>surgeons for<br>navigating and/or<br>guiding compatible | CUVIS-spine is intended<br>for use as an aid for<br>precisely locating<br>anatomical structures<br>and for the spatial<br>positioning and<br>orientation of guide bush<br>to be used by surgeons<br>for navigating and/or<br>guiding compatible | The EXCELSIUS<br>GPS™ is intended for<br>use as an aid for<br>precisely locating<br>anatomical structures<br>and for the spatial<br>positioning and<br>orientation of an<br>instrument holder or<br>guide tube to be used by |
| | Subject Device | Primary predicate<br>Device | Other predicate Device |
| Device | CUVIS-spine | CUVIS-spine<br>(K201569) | Excelsius GPSTM<br>(K171651) |
| | surgical instruments in<br>open or percutaneous<br>pedicle screw<br>placement provided that<br>the required markers and<br>rigid patient anatomy<br>can be identified on 3D<br>or 2D image. | surgical instruments in<br>open or percutaneous<br>surgical procedures if<br>the required markers and<br>rigid patient anatomy<br>can be identified on O-<br>arm or C-arm. | surgeons for navigating<br>and/or guiding<br>compatible surgical<br>instruments in open or<br>percutaneous procedures<br>provided that the<br>required fiducial markers<br>and rigid patient<br>anatomy can be<br>identified on CT scans or<br>fluoroscopy. The system<br>is indicated for the<br>placement of spinal and<br>orthopaedic bone<br>screws. |
| Technical Characteristics | | | |
| Principle of<br>operation | -Preoperative images<br>-Intraoperative images<br>-Patient registration<br>-Surgical planning<br>Real-time tracking<br>of<br>navigated instruments<br>-Guidance of instruments | -Intraoperative images<br>-Patient registration<br>-Surgical planning<br>-Real-time tracking<br>of<br>navigated instruments<br>-Guidance of instruments | -Intraoperative/<br>preoperative images<br>-Patient registration<br>-Surgical planning<br>-Real-time tracking<br>of<br>navigated instruments<br>-Guidance of instruments |
| Image | O-arm, C-arm, CT | O-arm, C-arm | O-arm, C-arm, CT |
| Input Images | -3D pre-operative exam<br>-3D intra-operative exam<br>-2D intra-operative exam | -3D intra-operative exam<br>-2D intra-operative exam | -3D pre-operative exam<br>-3D intra-operative exam<br>-2D intra-operative exam |
| Tracker | Optical Tracking System | Optical Tracking System | Optical Tracking System |
| Guide | Dilator and Tapper | Dilator and Tapper | Dilator and Tapper |
| Target<br>Tracking | YES | YES | YES |
| Integrated<br>Planning | - SRC<br>(Control Software) | - SRC<br>(Control Software) | Excelsius GPS Planning<br>and Navigation |
| | Subject Device | Primary predicate<br>Device | Other predicate Device |
| Device | CUVIS-spine | CUVIS-spine<br>(K201569) | Excelsius GPSTM<br>(K171651) |
| Software | SPNe<br>(Planner Software) | - SPN<br>(Planner Software) | Application Software |
| Save/load<br>Planning | YES | YES | YES |
| Merge images<br>functionality | YES | YES | YES |
| Trajectory<br>planning<br>parameters | - Entry point<br>- Target point<br>- Instrument<br>length/diameter | - Entry point<br>- Target point<br>- Instrument<br>length/diameter | - Entry point<br>- Target point<br>- Instrument<br>length/diameter |
| Localization<br>means | Optical system (infrared<br>camera) | Optical system (infrared<br>camera) | Optical system (infrared<br>camera) |
| Image-guided | YES | YES | YES |
| Controller | Forced-controlled<br>movement allowing<br>robot arm positioning<br>(called hand guide<br>function) | Forced-controlled<br>movement allowing<br>robot arm positioning<br>(called hand guide<br>function) | Force-controlled<br>movement allowing<br>robotic arm positioning |
| Patient<br>registration<br>method | - Pre-op CT :<br>Fluoroscopic to pre-<br>op CT merge<br>- Intra-op CT :<br>Registration tool<br>- Fluoroscopy : Source<br>calibrator | - Intra-op CT :<br>Registration tool<br>- Fluoroscopy :<br>Source calibrator | - Pre-op CT :<br>Fluoroscopic to pre-op<br>CT merge<br>- Intra-op CT :<br>Registration fixture<br>- Fluoroscopy :<br>Registration fixture |
| Real time<br>display of<br>instrument<br>position | YES | YES | YES |
| Accessories | - Registration<br>instruments<br>(Guide bush,<br>Source calibrator,<br>Registration tool,<br>Registration tool<br>adapter, Detector<br>calibrator) | - Registration<br>instruments<br>(Guide bush,<br>Source calibrator,<br>Registration tool,<br>Registration tool<br>adapter, Detector<br>calibrator) | - Registration<br>instruments |
| | Subject Device | Primary predicate<br>Device | Other predicate Device |
| Device | CUVIS-spine | CUVIS-spine<br>(K201569) | Excelsius GPS TM<br>(K171651) |
| | - Patient reference<br>instruments<br>(Patient marker,<br>Clamp, Pin, Marker<br>ball, Adapter, Pin<br>Vise, Slide<br>Hammer, Probe,<br>Awl, Lenke probe) | - Patient reference<br>instruments<br>(Patient marker, Clamp,<br>Marker ball) | - Patient reference<br>instruments |
| | - Surgical instruments<br>(Marker Driver,<br>Dilator, Serration-tip<br>dilator, Bur, Stylet<br>tapper, Tapper,<br>Screwdriver,<br>Robotic<br>arm drape, Tool drape,<br>Detector drape,<br>Instrument Container) | - Surgical instruments<br>(Marker Driver, Dilator,<br>Serration-tip dilator, Bur,<br>Stylet tapper, Tapper,<br>Screwdriver, Robotic<br>arm drape, Tool drape,<br>Detector drape,<br>Instrument Container) | - Surgical<br>instruments |
| | | | - End effector |
| Cybersecurity | - Industry standard<br>protocols<br>- User access<br>control(admin)<br>- Network protocols and<br>Firewall control<br>- Data cryptography<br>(binary, registry, CSP)<br>- Core resource files are<br>regenerated as new type<br>of files<br>- Event logging<br>- software<br>update(only admin) | - Industry standard<br>protocols<br>- User access<br>control(admin)<br>- Network protocols and<br>Firewall control<br>- Data cryptography<br>(binary, registry)<br>- Core resource files are<br>regenerated as new type<br>of files<br>- Event logging<br>- software update(only<br>admin) | N/A |
| Performance data | | | |
| | Subject Device | Primary predicate<br>Device | Other predicate Device |
| Device | CUVIS-spine | CUVIS-spine<br>(K201569) | Excelsius GPSTM<br>(K171651) |
| Electrical<br>Safety and<br>Electromagnetic<br>compatibility | - IEC60601-1<br>- IEC60601-1-2 | - IEC60601-1<br>- IEC60601-1-2 | - IEC60601-1<br>- IEC60601-1-2 |
| Accuracy<br>verification<br>on anatomical<br>landmarks | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bio-<br>compatibility | The biocompatibility<br>evaluation for the patient<br>marker has been<br>conducted in accordance<br>with EN ISO 10993<br>standards. | The biocompatibility<br>evaluation for the patient<br>marker has been<br>conducted in accordance<br>with EN ISO 10993<br>standards. | The biocompatibility<br>evaluation for<br>EXCELSIUS GPSTM has<br>been conducted in<br>accordance with ISO<br>10993 standards. |
| | Parts of<br>Contact with<br>Patient | Patient marker<br>(Clamp type, Pin type) | Patient marker |
| Nature of<br>Body Contact | Implant device / bone | Implant device / bone | Implant device / bone |
| Patient<br>Fixation | Reference is fixed to<br>patient's body structure<br>for tracking system | Reference is fixed to<br>patient's body structure<br>for tracking system | Reference is fixed to<br>patient's body structure<br>for tracking system |
Table 3 Technical Characteristics in Comparison to Predicate Devices
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## 5.7. Performance Data
Non-clinical tests: Pose accuracy and Repeatability of the CUVIS-spine were tested and validated. A cadaveric study of the proposed device had been performed for the robotic-assisted pedicle screw placement.
Biocompatibility were tested using following consensus standards:
- Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity were tested and evaluated according to the FDA-recognized consensus standard, ISO 10993-5.
- Tests for irritation, skin sensitization and intracutaneous reactivity were tested and -
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evaluated according to the FDA-recognized consensus standard, ISO 10993-10.
Electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety, etc, were tested using following consensus standards:
- Basic safety and essential performance of the CUVIS-spine is tested and evaluated according to the FDA-recognized consensus standard, ES 60601-1.
- -Effect to the device by electromagnetic disturbances were tested and evaluated according to the FDA-recognized consensus standard IEC 60601-1-2.
- Risk management was recorded by referring to ISO 14971. -
- Usability was documented by referring to IEC 60601-1-6. -
Software validation and verification testing was performed in accordance with the FDA Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices (May 11, 2005). The software for this device is considered a "MAJOR" level of concern. Cybersecurity was verified Cybersecurity control and management as recommended in FDA.
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## 5.8. Substantial Equivalence
CUVIS-spine, a proposed device, is equivalent to CUVIS-spine(K201569) as a whole, and some characteristics are equivalent to Excelsius GPSTM(K171651).
CUVIS-spine is not based on a new technology. The differences between CUVIS-spine and the predicate device would not affect the safety, effectiveness, and essential performance. Thus, subject device CUVIS-spine is concluded to be substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
## 5.9. Conclusions
On the basis of the information provided in this Summary, CUREXO, INC. believes that CUVIS-spine is substantially equivalent to legally commercialized predicate devices for the purposes of this 510 (k) submission.
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Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.