K250556 · Ventris Medical · MQV · Mar 21, 2025 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
Record ID
K250556
Device Name
Porous Biologic Scaffold
Applicant
Ventris Medical
Product Code
MQV · Orthopedic
Decision Date
Mar 21, 2025
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 888.3045
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Porous Biologic Scaffold is a bone void filler intended for use in osseous defects of the skeletal system that are not intrinsic to the stability of the bony structure. These defects may be surgically created or the result of traumatic injury to the bone. Porous Biologic Scaffold is indicated to be packed gently into bony voids or gaps of the pelvis, intervertebral disc space, and posterolateral spine and is used combined with autograft as a bone graft extender. The device is resorbed and replaced with host bone during the healing process. When used in intervertebral body fusion procedures, Porous Biologic Scaffold must be used with an intervertebral body fusion device cleared by FDA for use with a bone void filler.
Device Story
Porous Biologic Scaffold is a resorbable bone void filler used in orthopedic surgery to fill osseous defects. It consists of a porous collagen mesh containing either human demineralized allograft bone matrix (Version 1) or activated biphasic ceramic granules (Version 2). The device is supplied either prefilled or as a kit for clinician assembly (filling and suturing). Before implantation, the scaffold is hydrated with blood, saline, or bone marrow aspirate and combined with autograft bone. It is intended for use by surgeons in the pelvis, intervertebral disc space, and posterolateral spine. The scaffold acts as a carrier that is resorbed and replaced by host bone during the healing process. It provides a scaffold for bone growth and serves as a bone graft extender, aiding in fusion procedures when used alongside cleared intervertebral body fusion hardware.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Performance is supported by bench testing, biocompatibility, sterility, shelf-life, and endotoxin/pyrogenicity testing leveraged from reference device K240765. Performance in the intervertebral body space is supported by analysis of bone grafting materials in prior posterolateral spine fusion studies.
Technological Characteristics
Resorbable bone void filler. Version 1: porous collagen mesh with human demineralized allograft bone matrix. Version 2: porous collagen mesh with activated biphasic ceramic granules. Supplied terminally sterile. Available in sizes 18x50mm, 18x100mm, 24x50mm, and 24x100mm. Complies with Class II Special Controls Guidance for Resorbable Calcium Salt Bone Void Filler Devices.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients with osseous defects of the skeletal system (surgically created or traumatic) not intrinsic to structural stability. Used as a bone graft extender in the pelvis, intervertebral disc space, and posterolateral spine. Must be used with an FDA-cleared intervertebral body fusion device for fusion procedures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A resorbable calcium salt bone void filler device is a resorbable implant intended to fill bony voids or gaps of the extremities, spine, and pelvis that are caused by trauma or surgery and are not intrinsic to the stability of the bony structure.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is the FDA guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance: Resorbable Calcium Salt Bone Void Filler Device; Guidance for Industry and FDA.” See § 888.1(e) of this chapter for the availability of this guidance.
Ventris Medical - Porous Biologic Scaffold (K240765)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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March 21, 2025
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Ventris Medical % Scott Bruder, MD, PhD Founder and CEO Bruder Consulting & Venture Group 38 True Harbour Way West Islip. New York 11795
Re: K250556
Trade/Device Name: Porous Biologic Scaffold Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3045 Regulation Name: Resorbable Calcium Salt Bone Void Filler Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MOV. MBP Dated: February 25, 2025 Received: February 25, 2025
Dear Dr. Bruder:
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, JESSE MUIR Digitally signed by
JESSE MUIR JESSE MUIR -S Date: 2025.03.21 -5 09:49:22 -04'00'
Jesse Muir, Ph.D. 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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| Please type in the marketing application/submission number, if it is known. This textbox will be left blank for original applications/submissions. | K250556 |
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| Please provide the device trade name(s). | Porous Biologic Scaffold |
| Please provide your Indications for Use below. | <p>Porous Biologic Scaffold is a bone void filler intended for use in osseous defects of the skeletal system that are not intrinsic to the stability of the bony structure. These defects may be surgically created or the result of traumatic injury to the bone. Porous Biologic Scaffold is indicated to be packed gently into bony voids or gaps of the pelvis, intervertebral disc space, and posterolateral spine and is used combined with autograft as a bone graft extender. The device is resorbed and replaced with host bone during the healing process. When used in intervertebral body fusion procedures, Porous Biologic Scaffold must be used with an intervertebral body fusion device cleared by FDA for use with a bone void filler.</p> |
| Please select the types of uses (select one or both, as applicable). | <div> <input checked="true" type="checkbox"/> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </div> <div> <input type="checkbox"/> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </div> |
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# 510(k) Summary
# Submitter
John Brunelle, PhD Chief Operating Officer Ventris Medical 1201 Dove Street, Suite 470 Newport Beach, CA 92660
# Correspondent
Scott Bruder, MD, PhD Founder and CEO Bruder Consulting & Venture Group Scott(@BruderConsulting.com 201.874.9701
# Date Prepared
February 25, 2025
# Device
| Trade Name | Porous Biologic Scaffold |
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| Common Name | Bone void filler |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 888.3045 Resorbable calcium salt bone void filler device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Product Code | MQV, MBP |
| Panel | Orthopedic |
# Predicates
| Primary Predicate | NuVasive - Attrax Putty (K203714) |
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| Secondary Predicate | Prosidyan - Fibergraft™ BG Putty (K222276) |
| Reference Device | Ventris Medical - Porous Biologic Scaffold (K240765) |
#### Device Description
Porous Biologic Scaffold is a resorbable bone void filler that is available in two versions:
Version 1 is comprised of a porous collagen mesh that is either prefilled or separately packaged with human demineralized allograft bone matrix. In the prefilled format, the demineralized bone matrix is completely enclosed inside the collagen mesh. In the separately packaged format, an open-ended collagen mesh bag is supplied with separately packaged demineralized bone matrix and is filled and sewn closed with absorbable suture by the clinician. Version 1 of the Porous Biologic Scaffold may be hydrated with blood, saline, or bone marrow aspirate, and is combined with autograft bone prior to implantation.
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Version 2 is comprised of a porous resorbable collagen mesh bag either prefilled or separately packaged with activated biphasic ceramic granules. In the prefilled format, the biphasic granules are completely enclosed inside the collagen mesh. In the separately packaged format, an openended collagen mesh bag is supplied with separately packaged biphasic granules and is filled and sewn closed with absorbable suture by the clinician. Version 2 of the Porous Biologic Scaffold may be hydrated with blood, saline, or bone marrow aspirate, and is combined with autograft bone prior to implantation.
Both formats of the Porous Biologic Scaffold are supplied terminally sterile and are available in sizes of 18 x 50 mm, 18 x 100 mm, 24 x 50 mm, and 24 x 100 mm.
# Indications for Use Statement
Porous Biologic Scaffold is a bone void filler intended for use in osseous defects of the skeletal system that are not intrinsic to the stability of the bony structure. These defects may be surgically created or the result of traumatic injury to the bone. Porous Biologic Scaffold is indicated to be packed gently into bony voids or gaps of the pelvis, intervertebral disc space, and posterolateral spine and is used combined with autograft as a bone graft extender. The device is resorbed and replaced with host bone during the healing process. When used in intervertebral body fusion procedures. Porous Biologic Scaffold must be used with an intervertebral body fusion device cleared by FDA for use with a bone void filler.
# Substantial Equivalence
The intended use is the same for subject and predicate devices. There are differences in the device's material composition, but this does not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness. The effect of differences in material composition is addressed in the prior functional animal model performance.
#### Performance
The subject device has been previously cleared under K240765, which serves as a Reference Device. This submission is leveraged to support the device's sterility, shelf-life, endotoxin, pyrogenicity, biocompatibility, and characterizations/bench performance as recommended in FDA's Class II Special Controls Guidance Document for Resorbable Calcium Salt Bone Void Filler Devices. The device's performance in the intervertebral body space was supported by a robust analysis of bone grafting materials in the prior posterolateral spine fusion studies.
#### Summarv
The subject device and predicates have the same intended use, and the same specific indications for use in the intervertebral body spine. Any differences in technological characteristics between the subject device and predicate do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness. Based on the clinical analysis, the device is substantially equivalent to the predicates.
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