The Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Device System is intended for fusion of the sacroiliac joint for conditions including sacroiliac joint disruptions and degenerative sacroiliitis. The InSpan® ScrewLES Fusion System is a posterior non-pedicle supplemental fixation system intended for use in the non-cervical spine (T1-S1). It is intended for plate fixation/attachment to the spinous process for the purpose of achieving supplemental fusion for the following indications: spondylolisthesis, trauma (fracture or dislocation), tumor, or degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), or lumbar spinal stenosis. The device is intended for use with bone graft material and is not intended for stand-alone use. The Invue® MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for anterior spine fixation for use in providing temporary stabilization during the development of cervical spinal fusions. The levels of treatment range from C2 to T1. Indications include symptomatic cervical spondylolisthesis, trauma; (fracture or dislocation), spinal stenosis, deformities or curvatures (scoliosis, kyphosis and or lordosis), tumor, pseudloarthrosis, degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), and reoperation for failed fusion or instability following surgery for above indications. The FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System is intended to stabilize the spine as an aid to fusion by transfacet fixation. The subject device is indicated for posterior surgical treatment of any or all of the following at the L1 to S1 (inclusive) spinal levels including: 1) Trauma, including spinal fractures and/ or dislocations: 2) Spondylolisthesis: 3) Spondylolysis: 4) Pseudoarthrosis or failed previous fusions which are symptomatic or which may cause secondary instability or deformity; 5) Degenerative diseases which include: (a) degenerative disc disease (DDD) as defined by neck and/or back pain of discogenic origin as confirmed by patient history with degeneration of the disc as confirmed by radiographic studies and/or (b) degenerative disease of the facets with pain and/or instability on plain flexion and extension lateral radiographs where there is movement of the vertebral bodies relative to each other of more than 4mm.
Device Story
System comprises four spinal fixation product lines: Sacrix (SI joint fusion), InSpan (posterior spinous process fixation), Invue (anterior cervical plate), and FacetFuse (transfacet screw fixation). Devices consist of titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) screws, plates, and washers. Sacrix implants include solid/fenestrated cannulated screws for bone graft packing. InSpan uses plates with spikes for spinous process attachment. Invue uses plates with integrated locking mechanisms. FacetFuse uses partially/fully threaded screws with optional washers for load distribution. Systems are used by surgeons in clinical settings to provide stabilization and facilitate fusion. Purpose of submission is to introduce sterile packaging for these existing devices. No changes to design, materials, or mechanical performance; substantial equivalence based on previous clearances.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Previous mechanical testing per ASTM F543, ASTM F2193, and ASTM F1717 (static/dynamic compression, bending, and torsion) supports substantial equivalence. No new clinical data provided.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V ELI (ASTM F136). Components: Cannulated screws, plates, set screws, washers. Fixation: Transfacet, spinous process, anterior cervical, and SI joint. Sterile packaging. No software or electronic components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring spinal fusion or stabilization due to trauma (fractures/dislocations), spondylolisthesis, spondylolysis, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, degenerative sacroiliitis, sacroiliac joint disruptions, deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis, lordosis), tumor, or pseudoarthrosis. Applicable levels: Sacroiliac joint, T1-S1 (InSpan), C2-T1 (Invue), L1-S1 (FacetFuse).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a stiff wire segment or rod made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel, and that may be smooth on the outside, fully or partially threaded, straight or U-shaped; and may be either blunt pointed, sharp pointed, or have a formed, slotted head on the end. It may be used for fixation of bone fractures, for bone reconstructions, as a guide pin for insertion of other implants, or it may be implanted through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.
Predicate Devices
Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Device System (K150017)
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September 28, 2023
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LESspine Innovations % Nathan Wright Engineer & Regulatory Specialist Empirical Technologies 4628 Northpark Drive Colorado Springs. Colorado 80918
### Re: K232605
Trade/Device Name: Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Device System. Inspan® ScrewLES Fusion System, Invue® MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System, and FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3040 Regulation Name: Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OUR, PEK, KWO, MRW Dated: August 25, 2023 Received: August 28, 2023
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Sincerely,
Colin DA O'neill -S
Colin O'Neill, M.B.E. Assistant Director DHT6B: Division of Spinal 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
Submission Number (if known)
### K232605
Device Name
Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Device System, Inspan® ScrewLES Fusion System, Invue® MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System, and FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System
ndications for Use (Describe)
The Sacrix® Sacroillac Joint Fusion Device System is intended for fusion of the sacroillac joint for conditions including sacroiliac joint disruptions and degenerative sacroillitis.
The InSpan® ScrewLES Fusion System is a posterior non-pedicle supplemental fixation system intended for use in the non-cervical spine (T1-S1). It is intended for plate fixation/attachment to the spinous process for the purpose of achieving supplemental fusion for the following indications: spondylolisthesis, trauma (fracture or dislocation), tumor, or degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), or lumbar spinal stenosis. The device is intended for use with bone graft material and is not intended for stand-alone use.
The Invue® MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for anterior spine fixation for use in providing temporary stabilization during the development of cervical spinal fusions. The levels of treatment range from C2 to T1. Indications include symptomatic cervical spondylolisthesis, trauma; (fracture or dislocation), spinal stenosis, deformities or curvatures (scoliosis, kyphosis and or lordosis), tumor, pseudloarthrosis, degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), and reoperation for failed fusion or instability following surgery for above indications.
The FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System is intended to stabilize the spine as an aid to fusion by transfacet fixation. The subject device is indicated for posterior surgical treatment of any or all of the following at the L1 to S1 (inclusive) spinal levels including: 1) Trauma, including spinal fractures and/ or dislocations: 2) Spondylolisthesis: 3) Spondylolysis: 4) Pseudoarthrosis or failed previous fusions which are symptomatic or which may cause secondary instability or deformity; 5) Degenerative diseases which include: (a) degenerative disc disease (DDD) as defined by neck and/or back pain of discogenic origin as confirmed by patient history with degeneration of the disc as confirmed by radiographic studies and/or (b) degenerative disease of the facets with pain and/or instability on plain flexion and extension lateral radiographs where there is movement of the vertebral bodies relative to each other of more than 4mm.
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Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(K) SUMMARY
| Submitter's Name: | LESspine Innovations | |
|--------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--|
| Submitter's Address: | 350 Main Street<br>Malden, Massachusetts 02148 | |
| Submitter's Telephone: | 978-232-3990 | |
| Contact Person: | Nathan Wright MS, RAC<br>Empirical Technologies<br>719-351-0248<br>nwright@empiricaltech.com | |
| Date Summary was Prepared: | August 25, 2023 | |
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Device System | |
| Device Classification Name: | Sacroiliac Joint Fixation | |
| Classification & Regulation #: | Class II per 21 CFR §888.3040 | |
| Product Code: | OUR | |
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | Inspan® ScrewLES Fusion System | |
| Device Classification Name: | Spinous Process Plate | |
| Classification & Regulation #: | Class II per 21 CFR §888.3050 | |
| Product Code: | PEK | |
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | Invue® MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System | |
| Device Classification Name: | Appliance, Fixation, Spinal Intervertebral Body | |
| Classification & Regulation #: | Class II per 21 CFR §888.3060 | |
| Product Code: | KWQ | |
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System | |
| Device Classification Name: | System, Facet Screw Spinal Device | |
| Classification & Regulation #: | Unclassified | |
| Product Code: | MRW | |
| Classification Panel: | Orthopedic - Spinal (DHT6B) | |
## Description of the Device Subject to Premarket Notification:
The Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Device System implants consist of Solid and Fenestrated Screws. Solid and Fenestrated Screws are available in varying diameters and lengths. Solid and Fenestrated Screws are fabricated from medical grade titanium alloy, Ti-6AI-4V ELI per ASTM F136. Solid and Fenestrated Screws have a cannulated core to allow packing of allograft or autograft material. Solid Screws have a solid outer wall, while Fenestrated Screws have fenestrations on the outer wall.
The Inspan® ScrewLES Fusion System consists of a variety of sizes of plates, set screws, and associated instruments. The plates are offered in five hub diameters (8 mm in 2 mm increments) and five wing length configurations (35 mm to 47 mm increments). The device height (measured from the base of the central hub to the top of the wing) is fixed across all configurations at 18.85 mm for InSpan® and 13.89 mm for InSpan® Slim. Spikes are present on the sides of the plate that interface with the spinous process to restrain the
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plate from rotating post-operatively. The components of the Inpan® ScrewLES Fusion System are fabricated from medical grade titanium alloy Ti-6AI-4V ELI per ASTM F136.
The Invue® MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System consists of a variety of shapes and sizes of plates, screws, and the associated instruments. The plates are available in four levels to accommodate one to four levels of fixation. The one level plates have lengths ranging from 17 mm in 2 mm increments, two level plates range from 33 mm in 2 mm increments, three level plates range from 48 mm to 78 mm in 3 mm increments, and the four-level plates range from 61 mm in 4 mm increments. A lock is integrated in the plate and screw to secure the screw from backout. Ø4.2 mm self-drilling screws and Ø4.5 mm self-tapping screws are offered. All screws are offered in lengths of 12 mm, 16 mm, 18 mm, and 20 mm. The Invue® MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System components are single use and are fabricated from titanium alloy Ti-6AI-4V ELI per ASTM F136.
The FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System is designed to provide bilateral, transfacet fixation of the spinal facet joint in the lumbar spine. The FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System offers partially threaded screws. The partially threaded screws are available in Ø4.5 mm diameter screw (in 0.5 mm increments) offered in lengths of 25 mm to 50 mm (in 5 mm increments). The fully threaded screws are available in diameters Ø4.5 mm and Ø5.0 mm in lengths from 20 mm in 5 mm increments. The device is fabricated from titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V ELI per ASTM F136. The devices are offered with a built in washer or without a washer. The washers are intended to increase the load bearing area of the screw in contact with the bone. These washers are designed to angulate about the head of the bone screws to provide optimal bony contact over a range of screw trajectories.
The purpose of this submission is to offer sterile packaged options of each implant.
# INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Device System is intended for fusion of the sacroiliac joint for conditions including sacroiliac joint disruptions and degenerative sacroiliitis.
The InSpan® ScrewLES Fusion System is a posterior non-pedicle supplemental fixation system intended for use in the non-cervical spine (T1-S1). It is intended for plate fixation/attachment to the spinous process for the purpose of achieving supplemental fusion for the following indications: spondylolisthesis, trauma (fracture or dislocation), tumor, or degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), or lumbar spinal stenosis. The device is intended for use with bone graft material and is not intended for stand-alone use.
The Invue® MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System is intended for anterior spine fixation for use in providing temporary stabilization during the development of cervical fusions. The levels of treatment range from C2 to T1. Indications include symptomatic cervical spondylolisthesis, trauma; (fracture or dislocation), spinal stenosis, deformities or curvatures (scoliosis and or lordosis), tumor, pseudoarthrosis, degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), and re-operation for failed fusion or instability following surgery for above indications.
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The FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System is intended to stabilize the spine as an aid to fusion by transfacet fixation. The subject device is indicated for posterior surgical treatment of any or all of the following at the L1 to S1 (inclusive) spinal levels including: 1) Trauma, including spinal fractures and/or dislocations; 2) Spondylolisthesis; 3) Spondylolysis; 4) Pseudoarthrosis or failed previous fusions which are symptomatic or which may cause secondary instability or deformity; 5) Degenerative diseases which include: (a) degenerative disc disease (DDD) as defined by neck and/or back pain of discogenic origin as confirmed by patient history with degeneration of the disc as confirmed by radiographic studies and/or (b) degenerative disease of the facets with pain and/or instability on plain flexion and extension lateral radiographs where there is movement of the vertebral bodies relative to each other of more than 4mm.
# TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The subject and predicate devices have the same technological characteristics and the minor differences do not raise any new issues of safety and effectiveness. Specifically, the following characteristics are the same between the subject and predicates:
- . Indications for Use
- . Materials of manufacture
- . Structural Support Mechanisms
- . Design Features
The sterile packaging was validated to mitigate any risk of the change in sterilization method.
#### Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System Device Predicate Devices
| 510k Number | Trade or Proprietary or Model Name | Manufacturer | Predicate Type |
|-------------|------------------------------------------------|----------------------|----------------|
| K150017 | Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Device System | LESspine Innovations | Primary |
| K021932 | Synthes 6.5 mm Cannulated Screw | Synthes (USA) | Additional |
| K223708 | Entasis 3D Dual-Lead Sacroiliac Implant System | CoreLink, LLC | Additional |
#### Inspan® ScrewLES Fusion System Predicate Devices
| 510k Number | Trade or Proprietary or Model Name | Manufacturer | Predicate Type |
|-------------|------------------------------------|----------------------|----------------|
| K213266 | InSpan ScrewLES Fusion System | LESspine Innovations | Primary |
#### Invue® MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System Predicate Devices
| 510k Number | Trade or Proprietary or Model Name | Manufacturer | Predicate Type |
|-------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------------|----------------|
| K121060 | SpineFrontier Indus™ | LESspine Innovation | Primary |
| K093776 | Indus™ Anterior Cervical Plate System | LESspine Innovation | Additional |
| K163104 | Terrace™ Anterior Cervical Plate System | CoreLink, LLC | Additional |
#### FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System Predicate Devices
| 510k Number | Trade or Proprietary or Model Name | Manufacturer | Predicate Type |
|-------------|---------------------------------------|----------------------|----------------|
| K071420 | Chameleon FacetFuse MIS Screw System | LESspine Innovation | Primary |
| K211855 | Ion Facet Screw System | SurGenTec, LLC | Additional |
| K131471 | Facet FixxTM | Nexxt Spine | Additional |
| K012773 | Discovery Facet Screw Fixation System | DePuy AcroMed™, Inc. | Additional |
### PERFORMANCE DATA
The Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Device System has previously been tested under its previous clearance in the following test modes:
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- . Static axial pull out per ASTM F543
- . Static three-point bending per ASTM F2193
- Dynamic three-point bending per ASTM F2193 .
The Inspan® ScrewLES Fusion System has previously been tested under its previous clearance in the following test modes:
- . Static compression bending per ASTM F1717
- Dynamic compression bending per ASTM F1717 ●
- . Torsion testing per ASTM F1717
The Invue® MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System has previously been tested under its previous clearance in the following test modes:
- . Static compression bending per ASTM F1717
- Dynamic compression bending per ASTM F1717 .
- Torsion testing per ASTM F1717 ●
The FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System has previously been tested under its previous clearance to meet the performance standards of ASTM F2193 and ASTM F543.
The results of these non-clinical tests showed that each system is substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices. The changes in sterilization and packaging do not affect mechanical performance and require no additional bench testing for this submission.
### CONCLUSION
The overall technology characteristics and mechanical performance data lead to the Sacrix® Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Device System, Inspan® ScrewLES Fusion System, Invue@ MAX™ + Invue Inset Anterior Cervical Plate System, and FacetFuse® Screw Fixation System are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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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.
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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.