K242939 · Artfx Medical · HRS · Dec 23, 2024 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K242939
Device Name
ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System
Applicant
Artfx Medical
Product Code
HRS · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Dec 23, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3030
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System is indicated for fixation of upper extremity (humerus, olecranon, radius, ulna, metacarpals, phalanges), lower extremity (femur, tibia, fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, phalanges), pelvis, and clavicle fractures, fusions, osteotomies, non-unions, malunions and reconstructions. The ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System is not intended for use in the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar spine, nor for fixation of the sacroiliac joint. The system is intended for single use and for adult patients only.
Device Story
System comprises bone plates and screws for orthopedic trauma surgery; used to stabilize bone fragments post-reduction. Plates contoured to anatomical locations; screws include locking and non-locking variants. Principle of operation: compression achieved via non-locking screws in compression slots; locking screws provide fixed-angle stability. Feature allows free choice of screw placement/angulation in any hole. Used in clinical settings by surgeons; provides mechanical stability to facilitate bone healing. Benefits include improved fracture treatment, particularly for complex cases. Supplied non-sterile; requires steam sterilization.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance testing conducted in accordance with ASTM F382-17 (bone plates) and ASTM F543-23 (bone screws), and aligned with FDA guidance for orthopedic non-spinal metallic bone screws and plates. Biocompatibility established via equivalence to K212220.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Titanium (Ti6Al4V-ELI) per ASTM F136. Components: Bone plates (0.8mm-5.5mm thickness) and various bone screws (cortical, cancellous, cannulated, headless). Principle: Mechanical fixation via locking/non-locking screws. Sterilization: Steam-sterilized by user. Connectivity: None (mechanical device).
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients requiring fixation of fractures, fusions, osteotomies, non-unions, malunions, and reconstructions of the upper extremity (humerus, olecranon, radius, ulna, metacarpals, phalanges), lower extremity (femur, tibia, fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, phalanges), pelvis, and clavicle. Contraindicated for posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar spine and sacroiliac joint fixation.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories are devices intended to be implanted consisting of one or more metallic components and their metallic fasteners. The devices contain a plate, a nail/plate combination, or a blade/plate combination that are made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, stainless steel, and titanium, that are intended to be held in position with fasteners, such as screws and nails, or bolts, nuts, and washers. These devices are used for fixation of fractures of the proximal or distal end of long bones, such as intracapsular, intertrochanteric, intercervical, supracondylar, or condylar fractures of the femur; for fusion of a joint; or for surgical procedures that involve cutting a bone. The devices may be implanted or attached through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.
Predicate Devices
Nebula Brand Locking Bone Plates and Screws Osteosynthesis Plating System (K191793)
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ARTFX Medical Ozgen Ozfidan CEO 50 N Laura St. 25th Floor Jacksonville, Florida 32202
Re: K242939
Trade/Device Name: ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 Regulation Name: Single/Multiple Component Metallic Bone Fixation Appliances And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HRS, HWC, HTN Dated: September 24, 2024 Received: September 25, 2024
Dear Ozgen Ozfidan:
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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Sincerely,
# CHRISTOPHER FERREIRA -S
Christopher Ferreira, MS 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
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K242939
Device Name ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System is indicated for fixation of upper extremity (humerus, olecranon, radius, ulna, metacarpals, phalanges), lower extremity (femur, tibia, fibula, tarsals, phalanges), pelvis, and clavicle fractures, fusions, osteotomies, malunions and reconstructions. The ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System is not intended for use in the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic, or lor for fixation of the sacroiliac joint. The system is intended for single use and for adult patients only.
The ARTFX 3.5 System is indicated for the fixation of upper extremity (humerus, olecranon, radius, ulna, metacarpal, phalangeal), fibula, foot (tarsal, metatarsal, phalangeal), pelvis, and clavicle fractures, fusions, osteotomies, non-unions, malunions and reconstructions.
The ARTFX 4.5 System is indicated for fixation of lower extremity (femur, tibia, fibula) and foot (tarsal, metatarsal, phalangeal) fractures, fusions, osteotomies, non-unions, malunions and reconstructions.
The ARTFX Mini-Plate System is indicated for fixation of hand (metacarpal, phalangeal) and foot (tarsal, metatarsal, phalangeal) fractures, fusions, osteotomies, non-unions, malunions and reconstructions.
| Type of Use ( <i>Select one or both, as applicable</i> ) |
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# 510(k) Summary
(as required by 21 CFR 807.92)
# 3.1 Owner/Submitter Information:
ARTFX MEDICAL LLC Owner:
50 LAURA ST N 25TH FLOOR, JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32202 USA Address:
Phone: +1 917 445 2085
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Fax:
Contact Person: OZGEN OZFIDAN
E-mail: ozgen@artfxmed.com
Establishment Registration #: 3017435639
Date of preparation: December 19, 2024
# 3.2 Submission Information:
Proprietary or Trade Name: ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System
Common or Usual Name: Orthopedic Bone Plates and Screws
Classification Name:
- 1. 21 CFR 888.3030: Plate, Fixation, Bone,
- 2. 21 CFR 888.3040: Screw, Fixation, Bone,
- 3. 21 CFR 888.3030: Washer, bolt nut
Product Code:
- 1. HRS,
- 2. HWC,
- 3. HTN
Device Class: Class II Classification
Panel: Orthopedic
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#### 3.3 Device Description
The subject ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System is submitted as a bundled submission and consists of four sub-systems: the ARTFX 3.5 System, the ARTFX 4.5 System, the ARTFX Mini-Plate System, and the ARTFX Bone Screw System. The subject system consists of bone plates and screw that are used in the treatment of fractures, fusions, osteotomies, non-unions, malunions, and reconstructive surgeries of the upper extremity (humerus, olecranon, radius, ulna, metacarpals, phalanges), lower extremity (femur, tibia, fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, phalanges), pelvis, and clavicle. After fracture reduction, these devices provide stability and maintain the alignment of bone fragments throughout the healing process. Compression is used whenever possible to increase the contact area and stability between the fragments and reduce stress on the implant. Compression is achieved by using non-locking screws that are placed in compression slots or holes of the plate, allowing for compression of the bone fragments as the screws are tightened. The locking screws do not provide compression, as they are designed to lock into the plate and stabilize the bone fragments through fixed-angle constructs. The special feature of the subject devices is the free choice of screw placement. The user is able to set any desired screw in any hole (either using a locking or non-locking screw). The free choice of screw angulation provides an advantage in fracture treatment, especially in the case of complex fractures.
Generally, the subject plates are designed to the contour of their intended anatomical location and used with cortical, cancellous, non-locking, and cancellous subject screws. The subject bone plates and bone screws are manufactured from Titanium (Ti6Al4V-ELI) per ASTM F136. The subject devices are supplied non-sterile and must be steam-sterilized prior to use.
The subject plates of the ARTFX 3.5 System consist of the clavicle shaft locking plate combi hole, clavicle distal locking plate combi hole, clavicle hook locking plate combi hole, tubular locking plate, olecranon locking plate, olecranon hook locking plate, humerus distal medial locking plate, humerus distal posterolateral locking plate, humerus distal lateral locking plate, distal ulna locking hook plate, radius distal styloid plate, radius distal dorsal L locking plate, radius distal dorsal T locking plate, proximal radius locking plate, radius distal volar locking plate, radius distal volar locking plate small, radius distal volar locking plate TP2, distal ulna locking plate, small 3.5 compression plate combi hole, small 3.5 TP2 compression plate combi hole, humerus proximal locking plate combi hole, reconstruction shaft locking plate, pelvic reconstruction curving locking plate, pelvic reconstruction straight locking plate, pelvic symphyseal plate. The plates of this system range in thickness from 1.4mm to 4.0mm and in width from 6.0mm to 13.0mm.
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The subject plates of the ARTFX 4.5 System consist of the tibia distal medial locking plate, tibia distal lateral locking plate, tibia distal lateral locking plate TP2, large broad T locking plate, large broad L support locking plate, small proximal femur plate, tibia proximal medial plate, large broad T support locking plate, tibia high osteotomy plate, large narrow locking plate, tibia proximal lateral locking plate, femur distal locking plate, femur proximal locking plate, large broad locking plate, fibula locking plate, fibula distal locking plate, calcaneus locking plate. The plates of this system range in thickness from 2.0mm to 5.5mm and in width from 9.5mm to 18.0mm.
The subject plates of the ARTFX Mini-Plate System consist of the 1.5mm system, 2.5mm system, and 2.7mm system. The 1.5mm system consists of the 1.5mm hand/foot mini locking strut plate, hand/foot mini H plate, hand/foot mini locking T plate head 3 holes, hand/foot mini locking straight plate, hand/foot mini straight plate non-locking, hand/foot mini locking Y plate, hand/foot mini locking condylar plate, hand/foot mini non-locking T plate, mini non-locking mallet finger plate, and mini locking T plate head 4 holes. The 2.0mm system consists of the 2.0mm hand/foot mini locking straight plate, hand/foot mini locking T plate, hand/foot mini locking condylar plate, hand/foot mini adaptation locking straight plate, and hand/foot mini adaptation locking T plate. The 2.5mm system consists of the 2.5mm hand/foot locking H plate, hand/foot mini locking straight plate, hand/foot mini locking condylar plate, foot locking X plate, hand/foot mini locking L plate oblique, hand/foot mini locking L plate, hand/foot mini adaptation locked straight plate, and hand/foot mini locking T plate 3 holes. The 2.7mm system consists of the 2.7mm hand/foot locking H plate, hand/foot mini locked straight plate, hand/foot mini locked T plate, hand/foot mini locking condylar plate, foot locking X plate, hand/foot mini locked L plate oblique, hand/foot mini locking L plate. The plates of the ARTFX Mini-Plate System range in thickness from 0.8mm to 2.5mm.
The subject screws of the ARTFX Bone Screw System consist of the locking self tapping cortical screw, non-locking self-tapping cortical screw, non-locking self tapping cancellous screw full thread, nonlocking self tapping cancellous screw half thread, non-locking self tapping spongiose screw half thread, cannulated compression screw, locking cannulated full thread screw, locking self tapping cancellous screw, headless cannulated full thread screw, cannulated cancellous Herbert screw stamps. The screws in this system ranges in major diameter from 1.5mm. The screw stamps have a thickness of 1.5mm and range in outer diameter from 6.0mm and inner diameter from 3.0mm to 7.8mm.
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#### 3.4 Indications for Use
The ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System is indicated for fixation of upper extremity (humerus, olecranon, radius, ulna, metacarpals, phalanges), lower extremity (femur, tibia, fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, phalanges), pelvis, and clavicle fractures, fusions, osteotomies, non-unions, malunions and reconstructions. The ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System is not intended for use in the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar spine, nor for fixation of the sacroiliac joint. The system is intended for single use and for adult patients only.
The ARTFX 3.5 System is indicated for the fixation of upper extremity (humerus, olecranon, radius, ulna, metacarpal, phalangeal), fibula, foot (tarsal, metatarsal, phalangeal), pelvis, and clavicle fractures, fusions, osteotomies, non-unions, malunions and reconstructions.
The ARTFX 4.5 System is indicated for fixation of lower extremity (femur, tibia, fibula) and foot (tarsal, metatarsal, phalangeal) fractures, fusions, osteotomies, non-unions and reconstructions.
The ARTFX Mini-Plate System is indicated for fixation of hand (metacarpal, phalangeal) and foot (tarsal, metatarsal, phalangeal) fractures, fusions, osteotomies, malunions and reconstructions.
#### 3.5 Substantial Equivalence
The subject ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System is submitted as a bundled submission and consists of four sub-systems: the ARTFX 3.5 System, the ARTFX 4.5 System, the ARTFX Mini-Plate System, and the ARTFX Bone Screw System. The following table below lists the predicate device 510(k) numbers used to support substantial equivalence. Each subject sub-system has been aligned with their respective predicate devices.
| Subject System(s) | Primary Predicate Device | Additional Predicate Device(s) |
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| ARTFX 3.5 System | K191793 - Nebula Brand Locking Bone<br>Plates and Screws Osteosynthesis<br>Plating System, Nebula Brand of DHS<br>Plating System | K171808 - TDM Plate and Screw System,<br>K161894 - SurgTech Trauma System,<br>K171904 - Tandry Locking Plate System |
| ARTFX 4.5 System | K191793 - Nebula Brand Locking Bone<br>Plates and Screws Osteosynthesis | K163383 - GREENS BRAND Locking Bone<br>Plates and Screws Osteosynthesis |
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| | Plating System, Nebula Brand of DHS | Plating System |
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| | Plating System | K161894 - SurgTech Trauma System |
| ARTFX Mini-Plate<br>System | K142419 - Mini and Micro Fragments<br>Reconstruction System-NEOFIX | K171904 - Tandry Locking Plate System |
| ARTFX Bone Screw<br>System | K191793 - Nebula Brand Locking Bone<br>Plates and Screws Osteosynthesis<br>Plating System, Nebula Brand of DHS<br>Plating System | - |
Reference Device: K212220 – ARTFX Spinal Fixation System
# 3.6 Comparison of Technological Characteristics
A comparison between the ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System and the identified primary and additional predicate devices has been performed, which demonstrated similarities in design, dimensions, and performance criteria. The subject and predicate devices are similar in geometry, intended and indicated uses, materials of manufacture, sterilization methods, and non-clinical performance.
# 3.7 Non-Clinical Performance Testing:
Non-clinical performance testing for the subject devices has been performed in accordance with ASTM F382-17, ASTM F543-23, and meet the scope and performance criteria outlined in the FDA Guidance for bone screws 'Orthopedic Non-Spinal Metallic Bone Screws and Washers – Performance Criteria for Safety and Performance Based Pathway' and for bone plates 'Orthopedic Fracture Fixation Plates – Performance Criteria for Safety and Performance Based Pathway'. The results of the nonclinical performance testing demonstrate that the proposed devices are substantially equivalent.
# Biocompatibility:
The ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System in its final finished form is identical to K212220 – ARTFX Spinal Fixation System in formulation, processing, sterilization, and geometry and no other chemicals have been added (e.g., plasticizers, fillers, additives, cleaning agents, mold release agents).
# 3.8 Conclusion:
From the data presented, the ARTFX Trauma Bone Plate and Screw System are substantially equivalent in performance for the indications and predicate devices identified.
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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.
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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.