K233144 · ClearPoint Neuro, Inc. · HAW · Jan 12, 2024 · Neurology
Device Facts
Record ID
K233144
Device Name
ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials
Applicant
ClearPoint Neuro, Inc.
Product Code
HAW · Neurology
Decision Date
Jan 12, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 882.4560
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials are intended to provide fixed reference point(s) in patients requiring stereotactic surgery in conjunction with CT imaging.
Device Story
ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials are titanium markers anchored into a patient's skull to serve as fixed reference points for stereotactic surgery. The kit includes five titanium fiducials, a bone screw holder, and a screwdriver. During the procedure, the surgeon uses the holder to position the fiducial orthogonally to the skull surface and drives it until flush. A central divot in the spherical head allows for precise centering of a navigation tool pointer. After placement, the patient undergoes CT imaging. The fiducials appear on the CT scans, enabling registration of pre-operative images to an optical navigation system. This process assists surgeons in accurately localizing targets during neurosurgical procedures, potentially improving surgical precision and patient outcomes.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Verification testing included physical, performance, and safety requirements, as well as simulated workflow testing for usability and effectiveness. Results demonstrated compliance with all design specifications and successful mitigation of identified risks.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Titanium (fiducials), Polycarbonate (holder), Titanium/ABS/Nylon (screwdriver). Principle: Orthogonal bone-anchored markers. Form factor: 17mm length, spherical head with T8 Torx interface and central divot. Connectivity: None. Sterilization: Sterile, single-use.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring stereotactic surgery who need fixed reference points for CT 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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January 12, 2024
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ClearPoint Neuro, Inc. Brennan Sullivan Regulatory Affairs Manager 120 S. Sierra Avenue, Suite 100 Solana Beach, California 92075
Re: K233144
Trade/Device Name: ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4560 Regulation Name: Stereotaxic Instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HAW Dated: December 8, 2023 Received: December 11, 2023
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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 (the 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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Adam D. Pierce, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT5A: Division of Neurosurgical, Neurointerventional and Neurodiagnostic Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological
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and Physical Medicine 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) K233144
Device Name ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials
Indications for Use (Describe)
The ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials are intended to provide fixed reference point(s) in patients requiring stereotactic surgery in conjunction with CT imaging.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) SUMMARY
## 510(k) Summary for the ClearPoint Neuro ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials (per 21CFR 807.87)
#### 1. SUBMITTER/510(K) HOLDER
ClearPoint Neuro, Inc. 120 S. Sierra Ave. Suite 100 Solana Beach, CA 29075 Contact Person: Brennan Sullivan Telephone: 617-678-1028
Date Prepared: January 11, 2024
#### 2. DEVICE INFORMATION
| Name of Device: | ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials |
|-----------------------|-----------------------------------------------------|
| Common or Usual Name: | Bone Screw Fiducials |
| Classification: | Neurological Stereotaxic Instrument, 21CFR 882.4560 |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Product Code | HAW |
#### 3. PREDICATE DEVICE
- Medtronic Unibody Bone Fiducials K033619
#### 4. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials are titanium bone screw fiducials that provide fixed reference points during neurosurgical procedures.
The ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducial Kit is provided sterile and is composed of the following:
- 5x - ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials
- 1x Bone Screw Fiducial holder ●
- 1x Screwdriver ●
The Bone Screw Fiducial is made of titanium and comprised of a threaded portion that is screwed into a patient's skull and a non-threaded, exposed length that protrudes from the patient's head. The head contains a feature for compatibility with a T8 Torx screwdriver
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and small divot positioned at the center of the spherical head which is used to center the pointer tip of a navigation tool.
The Bone Screw Holder is intended to assist in holding the Bone Screw Fiducials securely to the screwdriver during anchoring. This is accomplished by allowing the screwdriver to mate with the Bone Screw Fiducial without the Bone Screw Fiducial separating from the assembly therefore allowing it to be anchored to the skull.
#### న. INDICATIONS FOR USE
The ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials are intended to provide fixed reference point(s) in patients requiring stereotactic surgery in conjunction with CT imaging.
#### TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE 6.
The ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials are substantially equivalent to the predicate device MedTronic UniBody Bone Fiducials, subject of K033619. They are identical in indications for use and both the proposed ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials and the predicate are bone screw fiducials made out of titanium. The devices are both comprised of a threaded portion that is screwed into a patient's skull and non-threaded, exposed length that protrudes from the patient's head and is topped by a rounded, spherical head. The top of the head of both devices is equipped with a feature for compatibility with a screwdriver.
Both the subject device and the predicate are placed orthogonally into the patient's skull prior to CT-imaging to serve as fixed reference points for registration. They are both visible under CT and a minimum of 4 of each are required for proper registration.
The difference between the ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials and the Unibody Bone Fiducials are minor design differences to the dimensions and the screwdriver compatibility. These differences do no introduce any risks of safety or efficacy. Table 12-1 provides a side-by-side comparison of the ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials to the Unibody Bone Fiducials.
| | ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials | Medtronic Unibody Bone Fiducials<br>(Navigus Unibody Fiducial Marker<br>System)<br>K033619 | Comparison |
|------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Classification | 21 CFR 882.4560 | 21CFR 882.4560 | Identical |
| Product Code | HAW | HAW | Identical |
| Device<br>Description | The ClearPoint Bone Screw<br>Fiducials are titanium bone screw<br>fiducials that are anchored directly to<br>the patient's head and are used as a<br>fixed reference point to register a<br>pre-operative image to the optical<br>navigation system | The Medtronic Unibody Bone<br>Fiducials are titanium bone screw<br>fiducials anchored directly to a<br>patient's head and are used as fixed<br>reference points for presurgery CT<br>imaging for patients requiring<br>stereotactic surgery. | Identical |
| Indications for<br>Use | The ClearPoint Bone Screw<br>Fiducials are intended to provide<br>fixed reference point(s) in patients | The Navigus Unibody Fiducial Marker<br>System is intended to provide fixed<br>reference point(s) in patients requiring | Identical |
| Table 5-1: Side-by-side comparison of ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials with Predicate | | | |
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| | | | |
| | ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials | Medtronic Unibody Bone Fiducials<br>(Navigus Unibody Fiducial Marker<br>System)<br>K033619 | Comparison |
| | requiring stereotactic surgery in<br>conjunction with CT imaging. | stereotactic surgery in conjunction<br>with CT imaging. | |
| Principle of<br>Operation | A minimum of five locations for<br>placement of the bone fiducials<br>should be chosen. The locations<br>should cover the entire cranium<br>and be noncoplanar. Bone fiducials are inserted into<br>the bone screw holder. The bone<br>screw holder is positioned and<br>held to ensure the bone fiducial<br>is placed orthogonally to the<br>skull surface. Using a manual or powered<br>screwdriver the ClearPoint<br>Bone Screw Fiducial is driven<br>until it is flush with the skull. This is repeated for the<br>remaining bone fiducials. A manual screwdriver is used to<br>ensure each bone fiducial is<br>fully seated. CT imaging can then be<br>performed to acquire the<br>patient's CT scans | A minimum of four locations for<br>placement of the bone fiducials<br>should be chosen. The locations<br>should cover the entire cranium<br>and be noncoplanar. Bone fiducials are inserted through<br>a screwdriver guide sleeve. The<br>guide sleeve is positioned and held<br>to ensure the bone fiducial is placed<br>orthogonally to the skull surface. Using a powered screwdriver with<br>the bone fiducial is driven until it is<br>flush with the skull. This is repeated for the remaining<br>bone fiducials. A manual screwdriver used to<br>ensure each bone fiducial is<br>fully seated. A protective cap is inserted over<br>each bone fiducial. CT imaging can then be<br>performed to acquire the<br>patient's CT scans. | Similar |
| Length | 17 mm | 7 mm<br>10 mm<br>13 mm | Different |
| Screw Head | Torx | 1.6-mm cross-type blade t | Different |
| Materials | Bone Fiducials - Titanium<br>Bone Screw Fiducial Holder -<br>Polycarbonate<br>Screwdriver - Titanium, ABS &<br>Nylon | Bone Fiducials – Titanium<br>Protective Caps – Thermo-plastic<br>Screwdriver Guide - Polycarbonate | Similar |
| Biocompatibility | Yes | Yes | Identical |
| Sterile | Yes | Yes | Identical |
| Single Use | Yes | Yes | Identical |
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#### 7. BENCH TESTING
ClearPoint Neuro has performed extensive verification testing to demonstrate that the ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials are as safe and effective for its intended use as the predicate device. The development of the subject device was conducted in conformance with the company's design control procedures. Design inputs provided the requirements for the respective product specifications. Design Verification testing was performed relative to these specifications. These tests included verification of physical, performance, and safety requirements, as well as simulated workflow testing for usability and effectiveness. The
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results from all testing demonstrated that the ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials comply with all design and performance specifications.
Risk analysis was performed with mitigation of all identified risks to acceptable levels. The tests and risk analysis demonstrated that the ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials function as intended and are substantially equivalent to the legally marketed Medtronic Unibody Bone Fiducials.
#### 8. CONCLUSION
The subject ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials and the predicate Unibody Bone Fiducials have identical indications for use and similar technological characteristics and principles of operation. ClearPoint Neuro has performed extensive bench testing to demonstrate that the differences between ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials and the predicate device do not raise any risks of safety or efficacy. ClearPoint Bone Screw Fiducials have been demonstrated to meet all test specifications and has been shown to be as safe, as effective, and to perform as well as the predicate device.
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