K240889 · Artfx Medical · MAX · Oct 2, 2024 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K240889
Device Name
ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages
Applicant
Artfx Medical
Product Code
MAX · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Oct 2, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3080
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages are indicated for intervertebral body fusion at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2 to S1 in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) of the lumbar spine with up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). Degenerative disc disease is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. Patients should have received at least six (6) months of prior non-operative treatment. The devices are designed to be used with supplemental fixation and autograft/autologous bone grafts to facilitate fusion for each spinal region.
Device Story
ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages are intervertebral body fusion devices implanted during spinal decompression surgery to stabilize the lumbar spine. The system includes TLIF, PLIF, and expandable PLIF models. Implants feature an open cavity for autogenous bone graft and surface teeth to engage vertebral endplates, preventing migration. The expandable PLIF model allows for up to 2 mm of height adjustment. Used in the OR by surgeons, the device provides structural support to facilitate fusion in patients with degenerative disc disease. The device is supplied sterile for single use.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance evaluated via static and dynamic axial compression and compression-shear testing per ASTM F2077, and subsidence testing per ASTM F2267. Results demonstrate substantial equivalence to predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Fabricated from PEEK-OPTIMA (ASTM F2026). Features include open cavity for bone graft, surface teeth for endplate engagement, and expandable mechanism (up to 2 mm). Supplied sterile for single use. No energy source or software components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for intervertebral body fusion at 1-2 contiguous lumbar levels (L2-S1) in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) and up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis. Requires 6 months prior non-operative treatment.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An intervertebral body fusion device is an implanted single or multiple component spinal device made from a variety of materials, including titanium and polymers. The device is inserted into the intervertebral body space of the cervical or lumbosacral spine, and is intended for intervertebral body fusion.
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls) for intervertebral body fusion devices that contain bone grafting material. The special control is the FDA guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device.” See § 888.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.(2) Class III (premarket approval) for intervertebral body fusion devices that include any therapeutic biologic (e.g., bone morphogenic protein). Intervertebral body fusion devices that contain any therapeutic biologic require premarket approval.
(c)
*Date premarket approval application (PMA) or notice of product development protocol (PDP) is required.* Devices described in paragraph (b)(2) of this section shall have an approved PMA or a declared completed PDP in effect before being placed in commercial distribution.
Predicate Devices
Lucent® Intervertebral Body Fusion Device (K152011)
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October 2, 2024
ARTFX Medical Gizem Boz Quality Manager 50 N Laura St. 25th Floor Jacksonville, Florida 32202
Re: K240889
Trade/Device Name: ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MAX Dated: September 4, 2024 Received: September 4, 2024
Dear Gizem Boz:
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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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"
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(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 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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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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Sincerely,
# Brent Showalter -S
Brent Showalter, Ph.D. 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)
K240889
Device Name
ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages are indicated for intervertebral body fusion at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2 to S1 in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) of the lumbar spine with up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s).
Degenerative disc disease is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. Patients should have received at least six (6) months of prior non-operative treatment.
The devices are designed to be used with supplemental fixation and autograft/autologous bone grafts to facilitate fusion for each spinal region.
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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# Section 3
## 510(k) Summary
(as required by 21 CFR 807.92)
## 3.1 Owner/Submitter Information
Owner: ARTFX MEDICAL LLC Address: 50 LAURA ST N 25TH FLOOR, JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32202 USA Phone: +1 917 445 2085 Fax: -Contact Person: OZGEN OZFIDAN E-mail: ozgen@artfxmed.com ESTABLISHMENT REGISTRATION: 3017435639
## 3.2 Device Information
Common Name: Interbody Fusion Cages
Trade Name:ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages
Classification name: Regulation description: Intervertebral Fusion Device With
Bone Graft, Lumbar (21 CFR 888.3080)
Device Panel: Orthopedic
Product codes: MAX
Proposed Class: II
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## PREDICATE DEVICE:
| | Primary Predicate | Additional Predicate |
|---------------|----------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Number | K152011 | K180078 |
| Manufacturer | Spinal Elements, Incorporated | Innovasis, Inc. |
| Trade Name | Lucent® Intervertebral Body<br>Fusion Device | Px® PEEK IBF System, Px HA®<br>PEEK IBF System, TxHA™ PEEK<br>IBF System |
### 3.3 Substantial Equivalence
The proposed device is substantially equivalent to the devices from Spinal Elements, Incorporated (K152011) and Innovasis, Inc. (K180078). These devices have the same intended use, technological characteristics, and basic design as the proposed device. The only differences are to geometry/sizes.
### 3.4 Device Description
The ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages consist of 3 different models: TLIF, PLIF and Expandable PLIF. The System implants are supplied sterile, for single use and are fabricated from PEEK Optima that conforms to ASTM F2026. Various sizes of these components are available.
The Lumbar Cages are lumbar intervertebral devices to be implanted into the appropriate lumbar vertebral section to help provide stability for spinal fusion after a diseased lumbar disc producing back pain is removed during spinal decompression.
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ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages feature an open cavity to accommodate autogenous bone graft and provide stability for fusion. The height of the Expandable PLIF device, can be increased by up to 2 mm due to the expandable structure. Also, sharp teeth on the implant's surface engage the vertebral endplates to prevent cage migration.
#### 3.5 Indications for Use
The ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages are indicated for intervertebral body fusion at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2 to S1 in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) of lumbar spine with up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s).
Degenerative disc disease is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. Patients should have received at least six (6) months of prior non-operative treatment.
devices are designed to be used with supplemental The fixation and autograft/autologous bone graft to facilitate fusion for each spinal region.
#### 3.6 Technical Comparison
The summary of the technological characteristics of The Proposed Device compared to the predicate devices is as follows:
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#### 3.6.1 Material
The Proposed and Predicate Devices are fabricated of the same material, which is Invibio PEEK-OPTIMA that conforms to ASTM F2026.
#### 3.6.2 Design
The Proposed and Projected Device have similarly designed and have the same attachment mechanism but different dimensions. The design incorporates the same design features as the previous model with similar footprints and heights to create a complete range of sizes for the surgeon..
#### 3.6.3 Function
The Proposed and Predicate Devices have the same function, which is acting as a spinal implant construct to stabilize and promote spinal fusion.
#### Conclusion
ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages similar technological characteristics as the predicate devices, including the materials, design, function, range of sizes, manufacturing processes, surgical techniques, and intended use. The minor differences in design and sizing options do not present new issues of safety and effectiveness.
The intended use and material of the subject ARTFX Lumbar PEEK Cages are identical to this of the predicate devices.
Non-clinical testing including static and dynamic axial compression and compression-shear testing in accordance with ASTM F2077 and subsidence per ASTM F2267 were conducted. The results showed that the performance of the proposed devices is substantially equivalent.
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