K230765 · Nuvasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc. · HSB · Aug 29, 2023 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K230765
Device Name
Precice Ankle Salvage System
Applicant
Nuvasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc.
Product Code
HSB · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Aug 29, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3020
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Precice Ankle Salvage System is indicated for tibio-talo-calcaneal fusions in adults. When used for tibio-talo-calcaneal fusion, the Precice Ankle Salvage System may be used fracture fixation, pseudarthrosis, mal-unions, non-unions, or bone transport of long bones adjacent to the fusion site. The device may be used for subsequent limb lengthening once tibio-talo-calcaneal fusion has been achieved.
Device Story
Precice Ankle Salvage System is an intramedullary fixation device for tibio-talo-calcaneal (TTC) fusion. System includes titanium alloy nail, locking screws, end caps, and external remote controller (ERC). Nail contains internal rare earth magnet, telescoping rod, and planetary gearing. Surgeon implants nail into bone; ERC is used non-invasively post-operatively to adjust nail length via magnetic coupling. Device provides sustained compression across fusion site to promote healing; allows for subsequent limb lengthening. Used in clinical settings by orthopedic surgeons. Benefits include non-invasive adjustment of compression and limb length, reducing need for secondary surgical interventions.
Materials: Titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V) per ASTM F136. Components: Intramedullary nail, locking screws, end caps. Mechanism: Internal rare earth magnet, telescoping distraction rod, planetary gearing. Energy: Magnetic (external remote controller). Sterilization: Gamma radiation. Connectivity: Non-invasive magnetic coupling between nail and ERC.
Indications for Use
Indicated for tibio-talo-calcaneal fusions in adults; also for fracture fixation, pseudarthrosis, mal-unions, non-unions, or bone transport of long bones adjacent to fusion site; and subsequent limb lengthening post-fusion.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An intramedullary fixation rod is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a rod made of alloys such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel. It is inserted into the medullary (bone marrow) canal of long bones for the fixation of fractures.
Precice Intramedullary Limb Lengthening System (K220234)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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August 29, 2023
NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc. Miriam Cervantes Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist 101 Enterprise, Suite 100 Aliso Viejo, California 92656
Re: K230765
Trade/Device Name: Precice Ankle Salvage System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3020 Regulation Name: Intramedullary fixation rod Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HSB, HWC Dated: July 28, 2023 Received: July 31, 2023
Dear Miriam Cervantes:
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,
| Farzana | Digitally signed by<br>Farzana Sharmin -S |
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| Sharmin -S | Date: 2023.08.29<br>17:48:49 -04'00' |
Farzana Sharmin, Ph.D. 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) K230765
Device Name Precice Ankle Salvage System
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Precice Ankle Salvage System is indicated for tibio-talo-calcaneal fusions in adults. When used for tibio-talocalcaneal fusion, the Precice Ankle Salvage System may be used fracture fixation, pseudarthrosis, mal-unions, non-unions, or bone transport of long bones adjacent to the fusion site. The device may be used for subsequent limb lengthening once tibio-talo-calcaneal fusion has been achieved.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | <div> <span></span> </div> |
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| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) | <div> <span></span> </div> |
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# Precice Ankle Salvage System 510(k) Summary
In accordance with Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 807, and in particular 21 CFR \$807.92, the following summary of information is provided:
#### A. Submitted by:
Miriam Cervantes mcervantes@nuvasive.com Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc. 101 Enterprise, Suite 100 Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 Telephone: (909) 229-7836
Date Prepared: August 23, 2023
#### B. Device Name
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | Precice Ankle Salvage System |
|----------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|
| Common or Usual Name: | Rod, Fixation, Intramedullary and Accessories |
| Classification Name: | Intramedullary Fixation Rod |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Classification: | 21 CFR § 888.3020 |
| Product Code: | HSB |
| Common or Usual Name: | Screw, Fixation, Bone |
| Classification Name: | Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Classification: | 21 CFR § 888.3040 |
| Product Code: | HWC |
#### C. Predicate Devices
The subject Precice Ankle Salvage System is substantially equivalent to the primary predicate device Precice Ankle Salvage System (K200430). The Precice Intramedullary Limb Lengthening System (K220234) served as an additional predicate.
#### D. Device Description
The Precice Ankle Salvage System is a tibio-talo-calcaneal fusion system that consists of the Precice Ankle Salvage nail, locking screws, end caps, and associated general instruments. The Precice Ankle Salvage nail is compatible with an accessory External Remote Controller (ERC). The Precice Ankle Salvage nail, endcap, and locking screws are supplied sterile by gamma radiation. The Precice Ankle Salvage nail contains an enclosed rare earth magnet, telescoping distraction rod, and planetary gearing which allows the length of the nail to be adjusted non-
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invasively by the ERC. Retraction of the Precice Ankle Salvage nail can be utilized to maintain compression across the tibio-talo-calcaneal ioints post-operatively. The Precice Ankle Salvage nail can also be used to subsequentially correct a limb length discrepancy that may result after the tibio-talo-calcaneal fusion procedure.
The purpose of this submission is to implement material and design changes to the predicate Precice Ankle Salvage System (K200430) to create a product line extension which includes the Precice Ankle Salvage nail, end caps, and locking screws in titanium. The subject device is manufactured from medical grade Titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V) per ASTM F136. The Precice Ankle Salvage nail is available in various nail styles, diameters, and lengths to accommodate a variety of patient anatomies and surgeon preference. The locking screws are available in a variety of diameters, lengths, and thread styles. The ERC is available in several compatible models. These modifications do not change the indications for use or intended use of the device, nor do they change the fundamental scientific technology of the device.
#### E. Indications for Use
The Precice Ankle Salvage System is indicated for tibio-talo-calcaneal fusions in adults. When used for tibio-talo-calcaneal fusion, the Precice Ankle Salvage System may be used for open and closed fracture fixation, pseudarthrosis, mal-unions, or bone transport of long bones adjacent to the fusion site. The device may be used for subsequent limb lengthening once tibiotalo-calcaneal fusion has been achieved.
#### F. Comparison of Indications for use with the Predicate Device
The Precice Ankle Salvage System has the same intended use as the predicate device Precice Ankle Salvage System (K200430). Both the subject and predicate device achieve tibio-talocalcaneal fusion by providing sustained compression across the fusion site post-operatively. The subject device indications for use differ from the predicate device Precice Ankle Salvage System (K200430) indications by specifying that it is for adults. This difference in indications does not change the intended use or fundamental scientific technology of the device so it does not affect the intended surgical use or the safety and effectiveness of the device.
Additionally, the Precice Ankle Salvage System has the same intended use as both the predicate Precice Ankle Salvage System (K200430) and Precice Intramedullary Limb Lengthening System (K220234) for fracture fixation and limb lengthening.
Therefore, the subject device does not create a new intended use.
#### G. Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device
As was established in this submission, the subject Precice Ankle Salvage System is substantially equivalent to the primary precice Ankle Salvage System (K200430), which was previously cleared by the FDA for commercial distribution in the United States. The subject device has been shown to be substantially equivalent and have equivalent technological characteristics to the predicates through comparison in areas including design, principles of operation, labeling/intended use, material composition, and function.
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The following table describes the summary comparison of technological characteristics of the subject device with the predicate devices.
| Predicate | Subject Device | Precice Ankle Salvage<br>System (K200430) | Precice Intramedullary Limb<br>Lengthening System (K220234) |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications<br>for Use | The Precice Ankle Salvage<br>System is indicated for<br>tibio-talo-calcaneal fusions<br>in adults. When used for<br>tibio-talo-calcaneal fusion,<br>the Precice Ankle Salvage<br>System may be used for<br>open and closed fracture<br>fixation, pseudarthrosis,<br>mal-unions, non-unions, or<br>bone transport of long<br>bones adjacent to the<br>fusion site. The device may<br>be used for subsequent<br>limb lengthening once<br>tibio-talo-calcaneal fusion<br>has been achieved. | The Precice Ankle Salvage<br>System is intended for tibio-<br>talo-calcaneal fusions. When<br>used TTC fusion, the Precice<br>Ankle Salvage System may<br>be used for open and closed<br>fracture fixation,<br>pseudarthrosis, mal-unions,<br>non-unions, or bone transport<br>of long bones adjacent to the<br>fusion site. The device may<br>be used for subsequent limb<br>lengthening once tibio-talo-<br>calcaneal fusion has been<br>achieved. | The Precice Intramedullary<br>Limb Lengthening System is<br>indicated for limb lengthening.<br>open and closed fracture<br>fixation, pseudarthrosis,<br>malunions, nonunions, or bone<br>transport of long bones in<br>patients age 18 years and older<br>and indicated for limb<br>lengthening of the femur and<br>tibia in pediatric patients<br>(greater than 12 years old). |
| Summary of<br>the subject<br>device<br>technology<br>similarities<br>compared to<br>the predicate<br>device | Principle of Operation:<br>sustained compression<br>across the fusion site &<br>distraction osteogenesis<br>Geometry: similar implant<br>design and identical<br>diameters and lengths for<br>the nail<br>Material Composition:<br>Titanium alloy (Ti-6A1-4V)<br>Similar screw diameters<br>and styles | Principle of Operation:<br>sustained compression across<br>the fusion site & distraction<br>osteogenesis<br>Geometry: similar implant<br>design and identical<br>diameters and lengths for the<br>nail<br>Similar screw diameters and<br>styles | Principle of Operation:<br>distraction osteogenesis<br>Material Composition:<br>Titanium alloy (Ti-6A1-4V)<br>Similar screw diameters and<br>styles |
| Summary of<br>the subject<br>device<br>technology<br>differences<br>compared to<br>the predicate<br>device | Similar to K200430 but<br>offered in the same<br>material as K220234 | Device offers screw<br>diameters in longer lengths<br>than the subject device | Device nail is not offered with a<br>threaded distal end like the<br>subject device<br>Device nail offers a longer total<br>stroke length for limb<br>lengthening than the subject<br>device<br>Device screws not offered in a<br>larger screw diameter like the<br>subject device |
#### H. Performance Data
Nonclinical performance verification testing was performed to demonstrate that the subject Precice Ankle Salvage System is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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The following testing was performed:
| Testing Description | Applicable Standard |
|-----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Dynamic Compression<br>Bending Strength | ASTM F1264 - Standard Specification and Test<br>Methods for Intramedullary Fixation Devices |
| Static Compression<br>Bending Strength | ASTM F1264 - Standard Specification and Test<br>Methods for Intramedullary Fixation Devices |
| Torsion | ASTM F1264 - Standard Specification and Test<br>Methods for Intramedullary Fixation Devices |
| Tensile Strength | ASTM F1264 - Standard Specification and Test<br>Methods for Intramedullary Fixation Devices |
| Axial Pullout Strength | ASTM F543 - Standard Specification and Test<br>Methods for Metallic Medical Bone Screws |
| Insertion Torque | ASTM F543 - Standard Specification and Test<br>Methods for Metallic Medical Bone Screws |
| Ultimate Torque | ASTM F543 - Standard Specification and Test<br>Methods for Metallic Medical Bone Screws |
| Distraction and<br>Retraction Force | N/A |
| Wear Debris Testing | N/A |
| Corrosion Assessment | N/A |
The results demonstrate that the subject Precice Ankle Salvage System is substantially equivalent to the primary predicate.
#### I. Conclusions
The subject device, the Precice Ankle Salvage System, has been shown to be substantially equivalent to the legally marketed primary predicate device for its intended use.
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