K233508 · SI-BONE, Inc. · OUR · Jan 26, 2024 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K233508
Device Name
iFuse Bedrock Granite® Implant System
Applicant
SI-BONE, Inc.
Product Code
OUR · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Jan 26, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3040
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System is intended for sacroiliac joint fusion in skeletally mature patients for the following conditions: · Sacroiliac joint dysfunction that is a direct result of sacroiliac joint disruption and degenerative sacroilitis. This includes conditions whose symptoms began during pregnancy or in the period and have persisted postpartum for more than 6 months. · To augment immobilization and stabilization of the sacroillac joint in patients undergoing sacropelvic fixation as part of a lumbar or thoracolumbar fusion. · Acute, non-acute, and non-traumatic fractures involving the sacroiliac joint When connected to compatible pedicle screws with 5.5- or 6.0-mm posterior rods made from either titanium alloy or cobalt chrome alloys, the iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to thoracolumbosacral fusion for the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine: · Degenerative disc disease (DDD) as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies - Spondylolisthesis - · Trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation) - · Spinal stenosis - · Deformities or curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis) - Spinal tumor - Pseudarthrosis - · Failed previous fusion When connected to compatible pedicle screws with 5.5- or 6.0-mm posterior rods made from either titanium alloy or cobalt chrome alloys, the iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally immature patients as an adjunct to thoracolumbar fusion for the treatment of progressive spinal deformities (i.e., scoliosis, or lordosis) including idiopathic scoliosis, neuromuscular scoliosis, and congenital scoliosis, as well as the following conditions: spondylolysis, fracture caused by tumor and/or trauma, pseudarthrosis, and/or failed previous fusion. These devices are to be used with autograft and/or allograft. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach. Please refer to the additional information section in the Instructions for Use on compatible pedicle screw system rods. The iFuse Bedrock Granite Navigation instruments are intended to be used with the iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System to assist the surgeon in precisely locating anatomical structures in iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System procedures, in which the use of stereotactic surgery may be appropriate, and where reference to a rigid anatomical structure, such as the pelvis or vertebra, can be identified relative to the acquired image (CT, MR, 2D fluoroscopic image or 3D fluoroscopic image reconstruction) and/or an image data based model of the anatomy. iFuse Bedrock Granite Navigation instruments are intended to be used with the Medtronic StealthStation System.
Device Story
System comprises titanium (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) implants with porous fusion sleeves and threaded posts; designed for sacroiliac joint fusion and spinal stabilization. Implants connect to compatible pedicle screw systems using 5.5mm or 6.0mm titanium or cobalt chrome rods. Navigation instruments assist surgeons in locating anatomical structures during procedures using stereotactic surgery; compatible with Medtronic StealthStation. Used in OR by surgeons; provides foundational stabilization for spinal segments. Benefits include joint fusion and immobilization for various spinal instabilities and deformities. Output is physical stabilization of the spine/sacroiliac joint.
Material: Ti-6Al-4V ELI. Design: Porous fusion sleeve with threaded post. Connectivity: Compatible with Medtronic StealthStation for navigation. Standards: ASTM F2193, ASTM F543, ASTM F1717. Form factor: Various lengths/diameters for open/minimally invasive approaches.
Indications for Use
Indicated for sacroiliac joint fusion in skeletally mature patients with SI joint dysfunction, degenerative sacroiliitis, or fractures. Also indicated for immobilization/stabilization in sacropelvic fixation, or as an adjunct to thoracolumbosacral fusion for DDD, spondylolisthesis, trauma, stenosis, deformities, tumors, pseudarthrosis, or failed fusion. Indicated for skeletally immature patients as an adjunct to thoracolumbar fusion for progressive spinal deformities (scoliosis, lordosis), spondylolysis, fracture, pseudarthrosis, or failed fusion. Navigation instruments indicated for use with Medtronic StealthStation to assist in locating anatomical structures.
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.
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January 26, 2024
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Si-Bone, Inc. Jayasri Prabakaran Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs 471 El Camino Real, Suite 101 Santa Clara, California 95050
Re: K233508
Trade/Device Name: iFuse Bedrock Granite® Implant System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3040 Regulation Name: Smooth Or Threaded Metallic Bone Fixation Fastener Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OUR, NKB, OLO Dated: October 31, 2023 Received: October 31, 2023
Dear Jayasri Prabakaran:
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K233508
## Device Name
iFuse Bedrock Granite® Implant System
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System is intended for sacroiliac joint fusion in skeletally mature patients for the following conditions:
· Sacroiliac joint dysfunction that is a direct result of sacroiliac joint disruption and degenerative sacroilitis. This includes conditions whose symptoms began during pregnancy or in the period and have persisted postpartum for more than 6 months.
· To augment immobilization and stabilization of the sacroillac joint in patients undergoing sacropelvic fixation as part of a lumbar or thoracolumbar fusion.
· Acute, non-acute, and non-traumatic fractures involving the sacroiliac joint
When connected to compatible pedicle screws with 5.5- or 6.0-mm posterior rods made from either titanium alloy or cobalt chrome alloys, the iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to thoracolumbosacral fusion for the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine:
· Degenerative disc disease (DDD) as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies
- Spondylolisthesis
- · Trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation)
- · Spinal stenosis
- · Deformities or curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis)
- · Spinal tumor
- Pseudarthrosis
- · Failed previous fusion
When connected to compatible pedicle screws with 5.5- or 6.0-mm posterior rods made from either titanium alloy or cobalt chrome alloys, the iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally immature patients as an adjunct to thoracolumbar fusion for the treatment of progressive spinal deformities (i.e., scoliosis, or lordosis) including idiopathic scoliosis, neuromuscular scoliosis, and congenital scoliosis, as well as the following conditions: spondylolysis, fracture caused by tumor and/or trauma, pseudarthrosis, and/or failed previous fusion. These devices are to be used with autograft and/or allograft. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach.
Please refer to the additional information section in the Instructions for Use on compatible pedicle screw system rods.
The iFuse Bedrock Granite Navigation instruments are intended to be used with the iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System to assist the surgeon in precisely locating anatomical structures in iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System procedures, in which the use of stereotactic surgery may be appropriate, and where reference to a rigid anatomical structure, such as the pelvis or vertebra, can be identified relative to the acquired image (CT, MR, 2D fluoroscopic image or 3D fluoroscopic image reconstruction) and/or an image data based model of the anatomy. iFuse Bedrock Granite Navigation instruments are intended to be used with the Medtronic StealthStation System.
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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## 510(k) SUMMARY
# iFuse Bedrock Granite® Implant System
#### I. 510(k) SUBMITTER
SI-BONE, Inc.
471 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Santa Clara, CA 95050 Phone: 408-207-0700 Fax: 408-557-8312
| Contact Person: | Jayasri Prabakaran, Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs |
|-------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------|
| FDA Establishment Registration No.: | 3007700286 |
| Date Prepared: | January 18, 2024 |
II. DEVICE
| Trade Name of Device | iFuse Bedrock Granite® Implant System |
|----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Classification Name | Sacroiliac Joint Fixation |
| Classification | II |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 888.3040; Smooth or threaded metallic bone fastener<br>21 CFR 888.3070, Thoracolumbosacral pedicle screw system<br>21 CFR 882.4560, Stereotaxic instrument |
| Product Code | OUR, NKB, OLO |
#### III. PREDICATE DEVICES
Primary Predicate:
| Predicate Device | Manufacturer | 510(k)# | Clearance Date |
|-----------------------------------------|---------------|---------|-------------------|
| iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant<br>System | SI-BONE, Inc. | K222774 | December 22, 2022 |
Additional Predicates:
| Predicate Device | Manufacturer | 510(k)# | Clearance Date |
|--------------------------|----------------------------|---------|-------------------|
| CD Horizon Spinal System | Medtronic Sofamor<br>Danek | K223494 | January 23, 2023 |
| SpineCraft, LLC | SpineCraft, LLC | K223273 | December 22, 2022 |
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#### IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The iFuse Bedrock Granite® Implant System consists of various lengths and diameters, and associated instruments sets. Instrument sets are provided for both open and minimally invasive approaches. The titanium (Ti-6A1-4V ELI) implant consists of a porous fusion sleeve with threaded length attached to a solid post that has connection and implant features of a typical pedicle fixation screw. It is intended to provide sacroiliac joint fusion in the sacral alar iliac (SAI) trajectory (when used with commercially available sacroiliac joint fusion promoting devices), and foundational stabilization when connected to pedicle screw fixation systems in both the SAI and the iliac trajectories. Additionally, iFuse Bedrock Granite can be placed into the S1 pedicle. The device is designed for connection to commercially available pedicle screw systems via Ø5.5 mm or Ø6.0 mm titanium alloy or cobalt chrome alloy spinal fixation rods.
#### V. INDICATIONS FOR USE
The iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System is intended for sacroiliac joint fusion in skeletally mature patients for the following conditions:
· Sacroiliac joint dysfunction that is a direct result of sacroiliac joint disruption and degenerative sacroiliitis. This includes conditions whose symptoms began during pregnancy or in the peripartum period and have persisted postpartum for more than 6 months.
· To augment immobilization and stabilization of the sacroiliac joint in patients undergoing sacropelvic fixation as part of a lumbar or thoracolumbar fusion.
· Acute, non-acute, and non-traumatic fractures involving the sacroiliac joint
When connected to compatible pedicle screws with 5.5- or 6.0-mm posterior rods made from either titanium alloy or cobalt chrome alloys, the iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to thoracolumbosacral fusion for the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine:
· Degenerative disc disease (DDD) as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies
- · Spondylolisthesis
- · Trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation)
- · Spinal stenosis
- · Deformities or curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis)
- Spinal tumor
- Pseudarthrosis
- · Failed previous fusion
When connected to compatible pedicle screws with 5.5- or 6.0-mm posterior rods made from either titanium alloy or cobalt chrome alloys, the iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally immature patients as an adjunct to thoracolumbar fusion for the treatment of progressive spinal deformities (i.e., scoliosis, or lordosis) including idiopathic scoliosis, neuromuscular scoliosis, and congenital scoliosis, as well as the following conditions: spondylolysis, fracture caused by tumor and/or trauma, pseudarthrosis, and/or failed previous fusion. These devices are to be used with autograft and/or allograft. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach.
Please refer to the additional information section in the Instructions for Use on compatible pedicle screw system rods.
The iFuse Bedrock Granite Navigation instruments are intended to be used with the iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System to assist the surgeon in precisely locating anatomical structures in iFuse
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Bedrock Granite Implant System procedures, in which the use of stereotactic surgery may be appropriate, and where reference to a rigid anatomical structure, such as the pelvis or vertebra, can be identified relative to the acquired image (CT, MR, 2D fluoroscopic image or 3D fluoroscopic image reconstruction) and/or an image data based model of the anatomy. iFuse Bedrock Granite Navigation instruments are intended to be used with the Medtronic StealthStation System.
#### SUMMARY OF SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE VI.
The subject device is substantially equivalent to its predicate in terms of intended use and indications for use, technological characteristics, materials, manufacturing methods, and principles of operation. The differences in the indication for use statement from the previously cleared legally marketed predicate are not critical to the intended therapeutic, diagnostic, or surgical use of the device. Therefore, based on the intended use, indications for use, technological characteristics, and principles of operation, iFuse Bedrock Granite Implant System is substantially equivalent to its predicate device.
#### VII. PERFORMANCE DATA
SI-BONE performed the following performance tests:
- · Static and Dynamic Cantilever Testing per ASTM F2193
- · Post-Fatigue Sleeve Dissociation Testing
- · Static Torsion Testing per ASTM 543
- · Static Axial Pull out Testing per ASTM 543
- · Characterizing the Porous Surface Bedrock Granite Test (Static Shear, Shear Fatigue, Static Tensile, Abrasion Properties)
- · Construct Testing per ASTM F1717 (Static and Dynamic Compression Bending, Static Torsion)
The test results demonstrate that the device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
#### VIII. CONCLUSION
The modified iFuse Bedrock Granite implant (reduced diameter and length) is substantially equivalent to its predicate in terms of intended use and indications for use, technological characteristics, materials, manufacturing methods, and principles of operation. Testing has shown substantially equivalent benchtop performance. The differences in the indication for use statement from previous cleared legally marketed predicates are not critical to the intended therapeutic, prosthetic, or surgical use of the device. Test results demonstrate that the device is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed device and does not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness than the predicate device.
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