K232941 · Suzhou Endophix Co., Ltd. · MBI · May 3, 2024 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K232941
Device Name
Megaloop Button System
Applicant
Suzhou Endophix Co., Ltd.
Product Code
MBI · Orthopedic
Decision Date
May 3, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3040
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Megaloop Button System - Megaloop Button with Megaloop Adjustable Loop The device is intended to be used for fixation of bone or soft tissue to bone, and is intended as fixation posts, a distribution bridge, or for distributing suture tension over areas of ligament or tendon repair. For example, ACL/PCL repair and reconstruction. Megaloop Button System - Megaloop AD Device The device is intended to be used for fixation of bone or soft tissue to bone, and is intended as fixation posts, a distribution bridge, or for distributing suture tension over areas of ligament or tendon repair. For example, ACL/PCL repair and reconstruction. Megaloop Button System - Megaloop FLB Device, Megaloop FLW Device, Megaloop XL Button Megaloop FLB Device and Megaloop FLW Device are used for fixation of soft tissue to bone in orthopedic procedures such as ACL repair. When used in conjunction with the Megaloop FLB Device or Megaloop FLW Device, the Megaloop XL Button is intended for fixation of soft tissue to bone in orthopedic procedures such as ACL repairs. Megaloop Button System - Megaloop DB Device, Megaloop AC Button with Megaloop Adjustable Loop The Megaloop DB Device and Megaloop AC Button are intended as an adjunct in fracture repair involving metaphyseal and periarticular small bone fragments where screws are not indicated, and as an adjunct in external and intramedullary fixation systems involving plates and rods, with fracture braces and casting. Specifically: - The Megaloop DB Device is intended to provide fixation during the healing process following a syndesmotic trauma, such as fixation of syndesmosis (syndesmosis disruptions) in connection with Weber B and C ankle fractures. - The Megaloop AC Button is intended to provide fixation during the healing process following a syndesmotic trauma, such as fixation of acromioclavicular separations due to coracoclavicular ligament disruptions.
Device Story
Megaloop Button System comprises titanium buttons (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) and UHMWPE loops for orthopedic soft tissue-to-bone fixation. Buttons are passed through bone tunnels via attached sutures/needles; loops allow button attachment against bone cortex. Used in hospitals/clinics by surgeons for ACL/PCL reconstruction and fracture repair. System provides mechanical fixation during healing. Benefits include secure tissue/bone stabilization. Non-implantable sutures/needles are discarded post-placement.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Includes pullout and fatigue mechanical testing compared to Arthrex ACL TightRope RT. Biocompatibility evaluated per ISO 10993-1. Sterilization validated per ISO 11135 (SAL 10^-8). Shelf-life validated via accelerated aging.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Ti-6Al-4V ELI (ISO 5832-3) and UHMWPE (ASTM F2848-17). Mechanical fixation via cortical buttons and adjustable loops. Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (EO). Single-use, sterile. No software or electronic components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for fixation of bone-to-bone or soft tissue-to-bone in orthopedic procedures, including ACL/PCL repair and reconstruction, syndesmotic trauma (Weber B/C ankle fractures), and acromioclavicular separations. Used as fixation posts, distribution bridges, or for suture tension distribution in fracture repair where screws are not indicated.
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.
Javelot Ti Suture Anchor, Javelot Ti-D Suture Anchor (K232725)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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May 3, 2024
Suzhou Endophix Co., Ltd. Juan Wu Regulatory Affairs Specialist No. 151, Fengli Road, SIP Suzhou, Jiangsu 215000 China
Re: K232941
Trade/Device Name: Megaloop Button System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3040 Regulation Name: Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MBI, HTN Dated: April 3, 2024 Received: April 3, 2024
Dear Juan Wu:
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 (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 available 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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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30. Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90. Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
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Jesse Muir, Ph.D. 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
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# Indications for Use
Submission Number (if known)
K232941
Device Name
Megaloop Button System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
Megaloop Button System - Megaloop Button with Megaloop Adjustable Loop The device is intended to be used for fixation of bone or soft tissue to bone, and is intended as fixation posts, a distribution bridge, or for distributing suture tension over areas of ligament or tendon repair. For example, ACL/PCL repair and reconstruction.
Megaloop Button System - Megaloop AD Device
The device is intended to be used for fixation of bone or soft tissue to bone, and is intended as fixation posts, a distribution bridge, or for distributing suture tension over areas of ligament or tendon repair. For example, ACL/PCL repair and reconstruction.
Megaloop Button System - Megaloop FLB Device, Megaloop FLW Device, Megaloop XL Button Megaloop FLB Device and Megaloop FLW Device are used for fixation of soft tissue to bone in orthopedic procedures such as ACL repair.
When used in conjunction with the Megaloop FLB Device or Megaloop FLW Device, the Megaloop XL Button is intended for fixation of soft tissue to bone in orthopedic procedures such as ACL repairs.
Megaloop Button System - Megaloop DB Device, Megaloop AC Button with Megaloop Adjustable Loop
The Megaloop DB Device and Megaloop AC Button are intended as an adjunct in fracture repair involving metaphyseal and periarticular small bone fragments where screws are not indicated, and as an adjunct in external and intramedullary fixation systems involving plates and rods, with fracture braces and casting.
Specifically:
- The Megaloop DB Device is intended to provide fixation during the healing process following a syndesmotic trauma, such as fixation of syndesmosis disruptions) in connection with Weber B and C ankle fractures.
- The Megaloop AC Button is intended to provide fixation during the healing process following a syndesmotic trauma, such as fixation of acromioclavicular separations due to coracoclavicular ligament disruptions.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
< Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 06/30/2023 See PRA Statement below.
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# 510(k) Summary
# I Submitter
Device submitter: Suzhou Endophix Co., Ltd. NO.151, Fengli Road, SIP, 215000 Suzhou, Jiangsu Province PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
| Primary contact person: | Juan Wu<br>Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>Phone: +86-17521559984<br>Email: Juan.Wu@microport.com |
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| Date of preparation: 2023-09-18 | |
# II Device
| Trade | Name | of Megaloop Button System |
|----------------------|------|-------------------------------------------------|
| Device: | | |
| Common Name: | | Titanium Button |
| Classification Name: | | Fastener, Fixation, Non-degradable, Soft Tissue |
| Regulatory Class: | | II |
| Product Code: | | MBI, HTN |
| Review Panel: | | Orthopedic |
| Regulation Number: | | 21 CFR 888.3040, 21 CFR 888.3030 |
# III Predicate Devices
| Trade Name: | Arthrex PCL Tightrope |
|-------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Fastener, fixation, nondegradable, soft tissue<br>Suture, Nonabsorbable, synthetic, polyethylene |
| Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 888.3040, 21 CFR 878.5000 |
| Product Code: | HTY, GAT |
| Premarket Notification: | K110123 |
| Manufacturer: | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Trade Name: | ACL TightRope; ACL TightRope Double Bundle |
| Common Name: | Pin, fixation, smooth<br>Suture, Nonabsorbable, synthetic, polyethylene |
| Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 888.3040<br>21 CFR 878.5000 |
| Product Code: | HTY, GAT |
| Premarket Notification: | K112990 |
| Manufacturer: | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Trade Name: | RIGIDLOOP Cortical Fixation System |
| Common Name: | Fastener, Fixation, Soft Tissue |
| Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 888.3040 |
| Product Code: | MBI |
| Premarket Notification: | K130814 |
| Manufacturer: | Medos International SARL, part of DePuy Mitek, Inc. |
| Trade Name: | RIGIDLOOP™ Titanium Button, RIGIDLOOP™ Cortical<br>Fixation System XL |
| Common Name: | Implant<br>Fixation Device |
| Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 888.3040 |
| Product Code: | MBI |
| Premarket Notification: | K190774 |
| Manufacturer: | Medos International SARL, part of DePuy Mitek, Inc. |
| Trade Name: | EndoButton Continous Loop |
| Common Name: | Suture Retention Device; Surgical Button; Retention<br>Bridge<br>Polyester Surgical Suture |
| Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 888.3040, 21 CFR 878.5000 |
| Product Code: | MBI, GAT |
| Premarket Notification: | K980155 |
| Manufacturer: | Smith & Nephew, Inc., Endoscopy Division |
| Trade Name: | TightRope™ Syndesmosis Device |
| Common Name: | Button/Suture |
| Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 888.3030 |
| Product Code: | HTN |
| Premarket Notification: | K043248 |
| Manufacturer: | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Trade Name: | TightRope™ Acromioclavicular (AC) |
| Common Name: | Button/Suture |
| Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 888.3030 |
| Product Code: | HTN |
| Premarket Notification: | K052776 |
| Manufacturer: | Arthrex, Inc. |
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#### Reference device
| Trade Name: | Javelot Ti Suture Anchor, Javelot Ti-D Suture Anchor |
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| Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 888.3040 |
| Product Code: | MBI |
| Premarket Notification: | K232725 |
| Manufacturer: | Suzhou Endophix Co., Ltd. |
## IV Device description
The Megaloop Button System is a family of titanium buttons for the fixation of bone to bone or soft tissue to bone. The system includes a variety of buttons made of Ti-6AI-4V ELI titanium alloy, with or without pre-assembled nonabsorbable loops, sutures and needles. The loops and sutures are offered in non-absorbable Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) material. The long straight needles are offered in XM-16 stainless steel material. The sutures and needles are not implantable and are discarded after assisting with button placement.
The Megaloop Button System is provided sterile, non-absorbable, for single use only.
# V Indications for use
Megaloop Button System - Megaloop Button with Megaloop Adjustable Loop
The device is intended to be used for fixation of bone or soft tissue to bone, and is intended as fixation posts, a distribution bridge, or for distributing suture tension over areas of ligament or tendon repair. For example, ACL/PCL repair and reconstruction.
#### Megaloop Button System - Megaloop AD Device
The device is intended to be used for fixation of bone or soft tissue to bone, and is intended as fixation posts, a distribution bridge, or for distributing suture tension over areas of ligament or tendon repair. For example, ACL/PCL repair and reconstruction.
# Megaloop Button System - Megaloop FLB Device, Megaloop FLW Device, Megaloop XL Button
Megaloop FLB Device and Megaloop FLW Device are used for fixation of soft tissue to bone in orthopedic procedures such as ACL repair.
When used in conjunction with the Megaloop FLB Device or Megaloop FLW Device, the Megaloop XL Button is intended for fixation of soft tissue to bone in orthopedic procedures such as ACL repairs.
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## Megaloop Button System - Megaloop DB Device, Megaloop AC Button with Megaloop Adjustable Loop
The Megaloop DB Device and Megaloop AC Button are intended as an adjunct in fracture repair involving metaphyseal and periarticular small bone fragments where screws are not indicated, and as an adjunct in external and intramedullary fixation systems involving plates and rods, with fracture braces and casting. Specifically:
The Megaloop DB Device is intended to provide fixation during the healing process following a syndesmotic trauma, such as fixation of syndesmosis (syndesmosis disruptions) in connection with Weber B and C ankle fractures.
-The Megaloop AC Button is intended to provide fixation during the healing process following a syndesmotic trauma, such as fixation of acromioclavicular separations due to coracoclavicular ligament disruptions.
# VI Comparison of technological characteristics with the predicate devices
Suzhou Endophix Megaloop Button System has similar technological characteristics and fundamental design as the predicate device. The differences between the subject device and predicate device do not alter suitability of the proposed device for its intended use. Table 1 Substantial equivalence discussion - Megaloop Button with Megaloop Adjustable
| Characteristics | Subject<br>(Megaloop Button with<br>Megaloop Adjustable<br>Loop) | Predicate Device<br>K110123, TightRope<br>ABS Button with<br>TightRope ABS Loop | Remarks |
|---------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|
| Product Code | MBI, HTN | HTY, GAT | Different |
| Regulation<br>Number | 21 CFR 888.3030 | 21 CFR 888.3040 | Different |
| Regulation<br>Number | 21 CFR 888.3040 | 21 CFR 878.5000 | |
| Regulatory<br>Class | Class II | Class II | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Intended Use | The device is intended to<br>be used for fixation of<br>bone to bone or soft<br>tissue to bone, and is<br>intended as fixation<br>posts, a distribution<br>bridge, or for distributing<br>suture tension over areas<br>of ligament or tendon<br>repair. For example, | The Arthrex PCL<br>TightRope is intended to<br>be used for fixation of<br>bone to bone or soft<br>tissue to bone, and is<br>intended as fixation<br>posts, a distribution<br>bridge, or for distributing<br>suture tension over areas<br>of ligament or tendon | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| | ACL/PCL repair and<br>reconstruction. | repair. For example,<br>ACL/PCL repair and<br>reconstruction. | |
| Composition | Button<br>compatible Loop | Button<br>compatible Loop | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Key Patient<br>Contacting<br>Material | Button: Ti-6Al-4V ELI<br>titanium alloy<br>Loop: UHMWPE | Button: Ti-6Al-4V ELI<br>titanium alloy<br>Loop: UHMWPE | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Button Type | Standard button with two<br>symmetric slots;<br>Round button with two<br>symmetric slots;<br>Oblong button with two<br>slots. | Standard button with two<br>symmetric slots;<br>Round button with two<br>symmetric slots;<br>Oblong button with two<br>slots. | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Dimensional<br>Verification | Standard button: 8 mm ×<br>11 mm,<br>Round button: Φ14mm,<br>Oblong button: 3.4 mm ×<br>13 mm<br>Loop length: adjustable,<br>170mm | Standard button: 8 mm ×<br>12 mm,<br>Round button: Φ14mm,<br>Oblong button: 3.4 mm ×<br>13 mm<br>Loop length: adjustable,<br>170mm | Substantially<br>equivalent. |
| Sterilization | EO sterilization | EO sterilization | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Shelf-life | 5 Years | 5 Years | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Single<br>Use/Reuse | Single Use | Single Use | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Operating<br>Principle | The loop pass through<br>bone tunnels and allows<br>attachment of the button<br>against the bone cortex. | The loop pass through<br>bone tunnels and allows<br>attachment of the button<br>against the bone cortex. | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Environment of<br>Use | Hospitals/clinics | Hospitals/clinics | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device |
| Characteristics | Subject<br>Device<br>(Megaloop AD Device) | Predicate Device<br>K112990, ACL TightRope<br>RT implant | Remarks |
| Product Code | MBI, HTN | HTY, GAT | Different |
| Regulation<br>Number | 21 CFR 888.3030<br>21 CFR 888.3040 | 21 CFR 888.3040<br>21 CFR 878.5000 | Different |
| Regulatory<br>Class | Class II | Class II | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Intended Use | The device is intended to<br>be used for fixation of<br>bone to bone or soft<br>tissue to bone, and is<br>intended as fixation<br>posts, a distribution<br>bridge, or for distributing<br>suture tension over areas<br>of ligament or tendon<br>repair. For example,<br>ACL/PCL repair and<br>reconstruction. | The ACL TightRope and<br>ACL TightRope Double<br>Bundle are to be used for<br>fixation of bone to bone<br>or soft tissue to bone, and<br>are intended as fixation<br>posts, a distribution<br>bridge, or for distributing<br>suture tension over areas<br>of ligament or tendon<br>repair.<br>Specifically,<br>Arthrex will be offering<br>these for ACL/PCL repair<br>and reconstruction. | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Composition | Implantable part: Button,<br>loop<br>Non-implantable part:<br>Sutures | Implantable part: Button,<br>loop<br>Non-implantable part:<br>Sutures | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Key Patient<br>Contacting<br>Material | Button: Ti-6Al-4V ELI<br>titanium alloy<br>Loop: UHMWPE | Button: Ti-6Al-4V ELI<br>titanium alloy<br>Loop: UHMWPE | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Button Type | The button is provided<br>with two round holes and<br>one drop type hole | The button is provided<br>with two round holes and<br>one drop type hole | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Dimensional<br>Verification | Button: $3.4mm\times13mm$<br>Loop length: adjustable,<br>after pretensioning the<br>loop length is 600mm | Button: $3.4mm\times13mm$<br>Loop length: adjustable,<br>after pretensioning the<br>loop length is 540mm | Substantially<br>equivalent. |
| Sterilization | EO sterilization | EO sterilization | Identical as |
| | | | |
| Shelf-life | 5 Years | 5 Years | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Single<br>Use/Reuse | Single Use | Single Use | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Operating<br>Principle | The loop pass through<br>bone tunnels and allows<br>attachment of the button<br>against the bone cortex.<br>The sutures assist the<br>button passing through<br>tunnels and ensure<br>flipping of the button. | The loop pass through<br>bone tunnels and allows<br>attachment of the button<br>against the bone cortex.<br>The sutures assist the<br>button passing through<br>tunnels and ensure<br>flipping of the button. | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
| Environment of<br>Use | Hospitals/clinics | Hospitals/clinics | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. |
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Table 2 Substantial equivalence discussion – Megaloop AD Device
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Table 3 Substantial equivalence discussion – Megaloop FLB Device, Megaloop FLW Device, Megaloop XL Button
| Characteristics | Subject<br>Device<br>(Megaloop FLB Device,<br>Megaloop FLW Device,<br>Megaloop XL Button) | Predicate Device | Remarks | |
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| | | K130814, RIGIDLOOP™<br>Fixed Loop<br>(primary predicate) | | |
| | | K980155, EndoButton<br>CL Ultra<br>K190774, RIGIDLOOP™<br>XL Button<br>(additional predicate) | | |
| Product Code | MBI | MBI (K130814)<br>GAT, MBI (K980155)<br>MBI (K190774) | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. | |
| Regulation<br>Number | 21 CFR 888.3040 | 21 CFR 888.3040<br>(K130814)<br>21 CFR 888.3040<br>21 CFR 878.5000 | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. | |
| | | (K980155)<br>21 CFR 888.3040<br>(K190774) | Page 8 of | |
| Regulatory<br>Class | Class II | Class II | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. | |
| Intended Use | Megaloop FLB Device<br>and Megaloop FLW<br>Device are used for<br>fixation of soft tissue to<br>bone in orthopedic<br>procedures such as ACL<br>repair.<br><br>When used in conjunction<br>with the Megaloop FLB<br>Device or Megaloop FLW<br>Device, the Megaloop XL<br>Button is intended for<br>fixation of soft tissue to<br>bone in orthopedic<br>procedures such as ACL<br>repairs. | The RIGIDLOOPTM<br>Cortical Fixation System<br>(K130814) is used for the<br>fixation of soft tissue to<br>bone in orthopedic<br>procedures such as ACL<br>repair.<br><br>The EndoButton<br>Continuous Loop<br>(K980155) is used for<br>fixation of tendons and<br>ligaments during<br>orthopedic reconstruction<br>procedures such as<br>Anterior Cruciate<br>Ligament (ACL)<br>Reconstruction.<br><br>When used in<br>conjunction with the<br>RIGIDLOOP Cortical<br>Fixation System, the<br>RIGIDLOOP Cortical<br>Fixation System XL<br>Implant (K190774) is<br>intended for fixation of<br>soft tissue to bone in<br>orthopedic procedures<br>such as ACL repairs. | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. | |
| Composition | Megaloop FLB Device,<br>Megaloop FLW Device<br>Implantable part: Button,<br>Loop | (K130814, K980155)<br>Implantable part: Button,<br>loop<br>Non-implantable part: | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. | |
| | Non-implantable part: Sutures | | Sutures | |
| | Megaloop XL Button<br>Implantable part: Button | (K190774)<br>Implantable part: Button | | |
| Key<br>Patient<br>Contacting<br>Material | Button: Ti-6Al-4V ELI<br>titanium alloy<br>Loop: UHMWPE | K130814<br>Button: Ti-6Al-4V ELI<br>titanium alloy<br>Loop: UHMWPE<br><br>K980155<br>Button: Ti-6Al-4V ELI<br>titanium alloy<br>Loop: Polyethylene<br>Terephthalate (PET)<br><br>K190774<br>Button: Ti-6Al-4V ELI<br>titanium alloy | Substantially<br>equivalent. | |
| Button Type | Megaloop FLB Device,<br>Megaloop FLW Device<br>The button is provided<br>with four round holes<br><br>Megaloop XL Button<br>The button consists of an<br>elongated titanium plate<br>with a recess and two<br>symmetrical lateral slots | (K130814, K980155)<br>The button is provided<br>with four round holes<br><br>(K190774)<br>The button consists of an<br>elongated titanium plate<br>with a recess and two<br>symmetrical lateral slots | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. | |
| Loop Type | Megaloop FLW Device:<br>weaved loop<br><br>Megaloop FLB Device:<br>blended loop | K130814: weaved loop<br><br>K980155: blended loop | Identical as<br>predicate<br>device. | |
| Dimensional<br>Verification | Megaloop FLB Device,<br>Megaloop FLW Device<br>Button: 4mm × 12mm<br>Loop length: 15-60mm in<br>5mm increments | K130814<br>Button: 4mm × 12mm<br>Loop length: 15-60mm in<br>5mm increments<br><br>K980155<br>Button width: from 4 to | Substantially<br>equivalent. | |
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| | | 6mm<br>Button length: from 12 to 18mm<br>Loop length: 10-80 mm | | |
| | <b>Megaloop XL Button</b><br>Button: 5.5mm × 20mm | <b>K190774</b><br>Button: 5.5mm × 20mm | | |
| Sterilization | EO sterilization | EO sterilization | Identical as predicate device. | |
| Shelf-life | 5 Years | 5 Years | Identical as predicate device. | |
| Single Use/Reuse | Single Use | Single Use | Identical as predicate device. | |
| Operating Principle | <b>Megaloop FLB Device, Megaloop FLW Device</b><br>The loop pass through tunnels and allows attachment of the button against the bone cortex. The sutures assist the button passing through tunnels and ensure flipping of the button. | <b>(K130814, K980155)</b><br>The loop pass through tunnels and allows attachment of the button against the bone cortex. The sutures assist the button passing through tunnels and ensure flipping of the button. | Identical as predicate device. | |
| | <b>Megaloop XL Button</b><br>Pass the Megaloop FLB Device or Megaloop FLW Device through the hole in the Megaloop XL Button from the bottom to provide additional width to the Megaloop FLB Device or Megaloop FLW Device. | <b>(K190774)</b><br>Pass the Standard Implant through the hole in the XL Implant from the bottom to provide additional width to the Standard Implant. | | |
| Environment of Use | Hospitals/clinics | Hospitals/clinics | Identical as predicate device. | |
| Characteristics | Subject<br>Device<br>(Megaloop DB Device) | Predicate Device | Remarks | |
| | | K043248,<br>Knotless<br>TightRope™ Syndesmosis<br>Repair Kit | | |
| Product Code | HTN…
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Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
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.