The Equinoxe Shoulder System is indicated for use in skeletally mature individuals with degenerative diseases or fractures of the glenohumeral joint where total or hemi- arthroplasty is determined by the surgeon to be the preferred method of treatment. - The cemented primary humeral stem, long/revision stems and all Equinoxe glenoids are intended for cemented fixation. - The press-fit humeral stems are intended for press-fit applications but may be used with bone cement at the discretion of the surgeon. - The reverse humeral components are intended to be used in cemented applications or in revision cases when the humeral component is well-fixed/stable, as deemed by the orthopaedic surgeon. - Humeral Heads are intended for use in cemented and press-fit applications. Clinical indications for the PRIMARY (P), LONG/REVISION (L), and FRACTURE (F) humeral components are as follows: [Table of indications omitted for brevity as per instructions to concatenate] The Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder System is indicated for use in skeletally mature individuals with degenerative diseases of the glenohumeral joint and a grossly deficient, irreparable rotator cuff. The Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder is also indicated for a failed glenohumeral joint replacement with loss of rotator cuff function resulting in superior migration of the humeral head. The Equinoxe Platform Fracture Stem is indicated for use in skeletally mature individuals with acute fracture of the proximal humerus and displacement of the tuberosities, displaced 3- and 4-part fractures of the proximal humerus (hemi-arthroplasty), or acute fracture of the proximal humerus with failure of the glenohumeral joint (primary total shoulder arthroplasty). The Equinoxe Platform Fracture Stem is also indicated for acute fracture of the proximal humerus in combination with degenerative diseases of the glenohumeral joint and a grossly deficient, irreparable rotator cuff resulting in superior migration of the humeral head (reverse total shoulder arthroplasty). The Equinoxe Platform Fracture Stem is indicated for cemented use only.
Device Story
The Equinoxe Central Screw Baseplate System is an orthopedic implant component for reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTSA). It consists of glenoid baseplates, central compression screws, locking plates, locking nuts, and glenosphere locking screws. The system integrates into the existing Equinoxe Shoulder System to provide glenoid fixation. It is used by orthopedic surgeons in clinical settings to restore joint function in patients with degenerative disease or fractures. The device provides a stable foundation for the glenosphere, facilitating joint articulation and mobility. By replacing damaged joint surfaces, it aims to reduce pain and restore shoulder function. The system is provided sterile for single-use.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing including range of motion (ASTM F1378-18e1), screw testing (ASTM F543-23), fretting and corrosion testing, fixation testing (ASTM F2028-17), glenosphere-baseplate disassembly testing, biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1:2018), and bacterial endotoxin testing (USP <161>, USP <85>, ANSI/AAMI ST72).
Technological Characteristics
Shoulder joint metal/polymer semi-constrained cemented prosthesis. Components include glenoid baseplates, central compression screws, locking plates, and nuts. Materials are biocompatible; design conforms to ASTM F1378-18e1 (range of motion), ASTM F543-23 (screw testing), and ASTM F2028-17 (fixation). Provided sterile for single use.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature individuals with degenerative glenohumeral joint disease, fractures, or failed prior arthroplasty. Specific populations include those with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis, post-traumatic degeneration, congenital abnormalities, humeral head necrosis, displaced tuberosity fractures, or irreparable rotator cuff deficiency. Contraindications include cases where arthrodesis or resectional arthroplasty are preferred.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A shoulder joint metal/polymer semi-constrained cemented prosthesis is a device intended to be implanted to replace a shoulder joint. The device limits translation and rotation in one or more planes via the geometry of its articulating surfaces. It has no linkage across-the-joint. This generic type of device includes prostheses that have a humeral resurfacing component made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, and a glenoid resurfacing component made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, and is limited to those prostheses intended for use with bone cement (§ 888.3027).
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II. The special controls for this device are:(1) FDA's:
(i) “Use of International Standard ISO 10993 ‘Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices—Part I: Evaluation and Testing,’ ”
(ii) “510(k) Sterility Review Guidance of 2/12/90 (K90-1),”
(iii) “Guidance Document for Testing Orthopedic Implants with Modified Metallic Surfaces Apposing Bone or Bone Cement,”
(iv) “Guidance Document for the Preparation of Premarket Notification (510(k)) Application for Orthopedic Devices,” and
(v) “Guidance Document for Testing Non-articulating, ‘Mechanically Locked’ Modular Implant Components,”
(2) International Organization for Standardization's (ISO):
(i) ISO 5832-3:1996 “Implants for Surgery—Metallic Materials—Part 3: Wrought Titanium 6-aluminum 4-vandium Alloy,”
(ii) ISO 5832-4:1996 “Implants for Surgery—Metallic Materials—Part 4: Cobalt-chromium-molybdenum casting alloy,”
(iii) ISO 5832-12:1996 “Implants for Surgery—Metallic Materials—Part 12: Wrought Cobalt-chromium-molybdenum alloy,”
(iv) ISO 5833:1992 “Implants for Surgery—Acrylic Resin Cements,”
(v) ISO 5834-2:1998 “Implants for Surgery—Ultra-high Molecular Weight Polyethylene—Part 2: Moulded Forms,”
(vi) ISO 6018:1987 “Orthopaedic Implants—General Requirements for Marking, Packaging, and Labeling,” and
(vii) ISO 9001:1994 “Quality Systems—Model for Quality Assurance in Design/Development, Production, Installation, and Servicing,” and
(3) American Society for Testing and Materials':
(i) F 75-92 “Specification for Cast Cobalt-28 Chromium-6 Molybdenum Alloy for Surgical Implant Material,”
(ii) F 648-98 “Specification for Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene Powder and Fabricated Form for Surgical Implants,”
(iii) F 799-96 “Specification for Cobalt-28 Chromium-6 Molybdenum Alloy Forgings for Surgical Implants,”
(iv) F 1044-95 “Test Method for Shear Testing of Porous Metal Coatings,”
(v) F 1108-97 “Specification for Titanium-6 Aluminum-4 Vanadium Alloy Castings for Surgical Implants,”
(vi) F 1147-95 “Test Method for Tension Testing of Porous Metal,”
(vii) F 1378-97 “Standard Specification for Shoulder Prosthesis,” and
(viii) F 1537-94 “Specification for Wrought Cobalt-28 Chromium-6 Molybdenum Alloy for Surgical Implants.”
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Exactech Inc. Liz Howell Senior Regulatory Specialist 2320 NW 66th Court Gainesville, Florida 32653
Re: K233482
Trade/Device Name: Equinoxe® Central Screw Baseplate System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3660 Regulation Name: Shoulder joint metal/polymer semi-constrained cemented prosthesis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PHX, KWT Dated: June 18, 2024 Received: June 18, 2024
Dear Liz Howell:
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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July 18, 2024
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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 OS 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).
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Sincerely,
Farzana Sharmin Digitally signed by Farzana
-S Sharmin -S
Date: 2024.07.18 10:05:59 -04'00'
Farzana Sharmin, PhD 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
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**Indications for Use**
#### 510(k) Number (if known) K233482 Device Name Equinoxe® Central Screw Baseplate System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Equinoxe Shoulder System is indicated for use individuals with degenerative diseases or fractures of the glenolumeral joint where total or hemi-arthroplasty is determined by the preferred method of treatment.
- The cemented primary humeral stem, longrevision stems, and all Equinoxe glenoids are intended for cemented fixation.
- The press-fit humeral stems are intended for press-fit applications but may be used with bone cement at the surgeon.
- . The reverse humeral components are intended to be used in cemented applications or in revision cases when the humeral component is well-fixed/stable, as deemed by the orthopaedic surgeon.
- . Humeral Heads are intended for use in cemented and press-fit applications.
Clinical indications for the PRIMARY (P), LONG/REVISION (L), and FRACTURE (F) humeral components are as follows:
| P | L | F | Indications |
|---|---|---|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| √ | √ | | Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis or post-traumatic degenerative problems |
| √ | √ | | Congenital abnormalities in the skeletally mature |
| √ | | | Primary and secondary necrosis of the humeral head. |
| √ | | √ | Humeral head fracture with displacement of the tuberosities |
| √ | √ | | Pathologies where arthrodesis or resectional arthroplasty of the humeral head are not acceptable |
| √ | √ | | Revisions of humeral prostheses when other treatments or devices have failed (where adequate fixation can be achieved) |
| | | √ | Displaced three-part and four-part upper humeral fractures |
| | √ | | Spiral and other fractures of the mid-humerus (in combination with glenohumeral degenerative diseases) |
| √ | √ | | Revision of failed previous reconstructions when distal anchorage is required |
| √ | √ | | To restore mobility from previous procedures (e.g. previous fusion) |
The Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder System is in skeletally mature individuals with degenerative diseases of the glenohumeral joint and a grossly deficient, irreparable rotator cuff. The Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder is also indicated for a failed glenohumeral joint replacement with loss of rotator cuff function resulting in superior migration of the humeral head.
The Equinoxe Platform Fracture Stem is in skeletally mature individuals with acute fracture of the proximal humerus and displacement of the tuberosities, displaced 3- and 4-part fractures (hemi-athroplasty), or acute fracture of the proximal humerus with failure of the glenohumeral joint (primary total shoulder arthroplasty). The Equinoxe Platform Fracture Stem is also indicated for acute fracture of the proximation with degenerative diseases of the glenohumeral joint and a grossly deficient, irreparable rotator cuff resulting in superil head (reverse total shoulder arthroplasty). The Equinoxe Platform Fracture Stem is indicated for cemented use only.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
2 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
O Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# Equinoxe® Central Screw Baseplate System Traditional 510(k) - 510(k) Summarv
| Applicant: | Exactech®, Inc<br>2320 N.W. 66th Court<br>Gainesville, FL 32653<br>Phone: (352) 377-1140 |
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| Applicant Contact: | Liz Howell<br>Principal Regulatory Specialist |
| Device Trade Name: | Equinoxe® Central Screw Baseplate System |
| Common Name: | Shoulder Prosthesis, Reverse Configuration |
| Classification Name: | Shoulder joint metal/polymer semi-constrained cemented prosthesis |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 888.3660 |
| Product Code: | PHX, KWT |
## Legally Marketed Predicate Devices
| Predicate # | Predicate Trade Name (Primary Predicate is listed first) | Product Code |
|-------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------|
| K063569 | Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder System | PHX, KWT |
| K182536 | Exactech® Equinoxe® Small Reverse Shoulder Glenospheres, Exactech<br>Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder Humeral Liners, Exactech Equinoxe Small<br>Reverse Shoulder Glenoid Plates , Exactech Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder<br>Locking Cap | PHX, KWT,<br>KWS |
| K080642 | Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder | PHX, KWS |
## Device Description Summary
The Central Screw Baseplate System is comprised of devices that will be included as part of the Exactech Equinoxe® Shoulder System for reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTSA). The Central Screw Baseplate System includes Glenoid Baseplates, Central Compression Screws, a Locking Plate, a Locking Nut, and a Glenosphere Locking Screw. Previously cleared components used with the Central Screw Baseplate System include Peripheral Screws and Glenoid components. The design of the proposed Central Screw Baseplate System is based on the existing foundation and principles of the currently marketed Equinoxe Standard and Small Reverse Baseplates.
#### Intended Use/Indications for Use
The Equinoxe Shoulder System is indicated for use in skeletally mature individuals with degenerative diseases or fractures of the glenohumeral joint where total or hemi- arthroplasty is determined by the surgeon to be the preferred method of treatment.
- The cemented primary humeral stem, long/revision stems and all Equinoxe glenoids are intended for cemented fixation.
- The press-fit humeral stems are intended for press-fit applications but may be used with bone cement at the discretion of the surgeon.
- The reverse humeral components are intended to be used in cemented applications or in revision ● cases when the humeral component is well-fixed/stable, as deemed by the orthopaedic surgeon.
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- Humeral Heads are intended for use in cemented and press-fit applications. ●
Clinical indications for the PRIMARY (P), LONG/REVISION (L), and FRACTURE (F) humeral components are as follows:
| P | L | F | Indications |
|---|---|---|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| √ | √ | | Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis or post-traumatic degenerative problems |
| √ | √ | | Congenital abnormalities in the skeletally mature |
| √ | | | Primary and secondary necrosis of the humeral head. |
| √ | | √ | Humeral head fracture with displacement of the tuberosities |
| √ | √ | | Pathologies where arthrodesis or resectional arthroplasty of the humeral head are not acceptable |
| √ | √ | | Revisions of humeral prostheses when other treatments or devices have failed (where adequate<br>fixation can be achieved) |
| | | √ | Displaced three-part and four-part upper humeral fractures |
| | √ | | Spiral and other fractures of the mid-humerus (in combination with glenohumeral degenerative<br>diseases) |
| | √ | | Revision of failed previous reconstructions when distal anchorage is required |
| √ | √ | | To restore mobility from previous procedures (e.g. previous fusion) |
The Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder System is indicated for use in skeletally mature individuals with degenerative diseases of the glenohumeral joint and a grossly deficient, irreparable rotator cuff. The Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder is also indicated for a failed glenohumeral joint replacement with loss of rotator cuff function resulting in superior migration of the humeral head.
The Equinoxe Platform Fracture Stem is indicated for use in skeletally mature individuals with acute fracture of the proximal humerus and displacement of the tuberosities, displaced 3- and 4-part fractures of the proximal humerus (hemi-arthroplasty), or acute fracture of the proximal humerus with failure of the glenohumeral joint (primary total shoulder arthroplasty). The Equinoxe Platform Fracture Stem is also indicated for acute fracture of the proximal humerus in combination with degenerative diseases of the glenohumeral joint and a grossly deficient, irreparable rotator cuff resulting in superior migration of the humeral head (reverse total shoulder arthroplasty). The Equinoxe Platform Fracture Stem is indicated for cemented use only.
## Indications for Use Comparison
The subject and the predicate devices have the same indications for use.
## Technological Comparison
The proposed and predicate devices have intended use and basic fundamental scientific technology. The rationale for substantial equivalence of the proposed to the predicate cleared devices is based on consideration of the following aspects of the devices:
- The proposed and predicate devices are composed of the same or similar biocompatible materials. ●
- . The proposed and predicate devices have the same or similar design features.
- The proposed and predicate devices are provided sterile for single use only.
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- . The proposed and predicate devices conform to recognized performance standards for shoulder replacement devices.
### Non-Clinical and/or Clinical Tests Summary & Conclusions
The following non-clinical testing and engineering analyses were performed to demonstrate that the Equinoxe® Central Screw Baseplate System performs as intended and is substantially equivalent to the identified predicate devices:
- Range of motion per ASTM F1378-18e1 .
- . Screw testing per ASTM F543-23
- . Fretting and fretting assisted corrosion testing
- Fixation testing per ASTM F2028-17
- Glenosphere-Baseplate disassembly testing
- . Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1:2018
- . Bacterial endotoxins per USP <161>, USP <85> and ANSI/AAMI ST72
The differences in material and geometry do not change the intended use, safety, or performance requirements of the proposed devices, nor do they adversely affect their safety or effectiveness. This conclusion is based on consideration of the preclinical testing and analysis including range of motion. fretting and fretting assisted corrosion, Central Screw strength, fixation, glenosphere-baseplate disassembly, and biocompatibility assessment completed to establish substantial equivalence of the proposed devices to the predicate device.
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