K013346 · W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. · LYC · Dec 19, 2001 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K013346
Device Name
GORE DRAPEABLE ST/LT REGENERATIVE MEMBRANE
Applicant
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
Product Code
LYC · Dental
Decision Date
Dec 19, 2001
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.3930
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes are bioabsorbable, implantable materials intended to aid in the healing of periodontal and bone defects. They may also be used as a membrane for bone graft containment. When used over a bone graft, GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes provide a stable barrier to prevent migration of bone graft material and provides a favorable environment for bone regeneration. When used in the treatment of non-spacemaking defects, GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes should be used in combination with spacemaking bone graft materials (e.g., autogenous bone, bone substitutes).
Device Story
Bioabsorbable, implantable membrane; composed of synthetic resorbable glycolide and trimethylene carbonate copolymer fiber. Surgically placed by clinicians beneath mucoperiosteum in oral cavity. Acts as physical barrier to inhibit epithelial downgrowth; stabilizes wound/blood clot; allows tissue integration; prevents bone graft migration. Used in conjunction with bone grafting/filling materials for spacemaking in non-spacemaking defects. Benefits patient by providing favorable environment for bone and periodontal ligament regeneration.
Clinical Evidence
Preclinical studies in critical size defects of rat mandible demonstrated protection of regenerative environment and tissue tolerance suitable for bone regeneration. Functional integrity and absorption time consistent with clinical goals.
Technological Characteristics
Synthetic resorbable glycolide and trimethylene carbonate copolymer fiber; porous structure; bioabsorbable; cell occlusive; designed for tissue integration.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring regenerative healing of periodontal and bone defects in the oral cavity. Used as a barrier membrane to aid healing and contain bone graft materials. For non-spacemaking defects, must be used with spacemaking bone graft materials.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Bone grafting material is a material such as hydroxyapatite, tricalcium phosphate, polylactic and polyglycolic acids, or collagen, that is intended to fill, augment, or reconstruct periodontal or bony defects of the oral and maxillofacial region.
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls) for bone grafting materials that do not contain a drug that is a therapeutic biologic. The special control is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Dental Bone Grafting Material Devices.” (See § 872.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.)(2) Class III (premarket approval) for bone grafting materials that contain a drug that is a therapeutic biologic. Bone grafting materials that contain a drug that is a therapeutic biologic, such as biological response modifiers, 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
GORE RESOLUT XT Regenerative Membrane
GORE OSSEOQUEST Regenerative Membrane
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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## 510(K) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
| 1. Applicant Name, Address: | W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc. 3450 W. Kiltie Lane P.O. Box 900 Flagstaff, AZ 86002-0900 |
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| Contact Person: | Jacqueline Kalbach (928)864-3731 |
| Date of Summary: | October 5, 2001 |
| 2. Classification Name: | Resorbable Barrier Membrane |
| Common or Usual Name: | Regenerative Material |
| Proprietary Name: | To be determined |
#### 3. Device Description:
GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes are composed of a porous structure of synthetic resorbable glycolide and trimethylene carbonate copolymer fiber. The fiber web is designed to allow attachment to surrounding tissues, stabilize the wound and blood clot, inhibit epithelial downgrowth, and isolate the healing defect during the initial phases of wound healing. GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes have been designed to act in accordance with the accepted principles of wound healing and regenerative therapy. Specifically, the membranes are designed to be biocompatible, separate tissue (cell occlusive), clinically manageable, and allow for tissue integration. The fifth requirement for regenerative therapy is spacemaking, and bone grafting or bone filling materials may be used in conjunction with the membranes to assist in providing the space necessary for regenerative healing. GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes are surgically placed beneath the mucoperiosteum to aid in the regenerative healing of bone and periodontal ligament defects of the oral cavity or, when placed over bone graft material, to prevent graft material migration.
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#### Intended Use: 4.
GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes are bioabsorbable, implantable materials intended to aid in the healing of periodontal and bone defects. They may also be used as a membrane for bone graft containment. When used over a bone graft, GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes provide a stable barrier to prevent migration of bone graft material and provides a favorable environment for bone regeneration. gran material the treatment of non-spacemaking defects, GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes should be used in combination with spacemaking bone graft materials (e.g., autogenous bone, bone substitutes).
#### Technological Characteristics: 5.
GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes have been designed to act in accordance with the accepted principles of wound healing and regenerative therapy. Specifically, the membranes are designed to be biocompatible, separate tissue (cell occlusive), clinically manageable, and allow for tissue integration. The fifth requirement for regenerative therapy is spacemaking, and bone grafting or bone filling materials may be used to provide the space necessary for regeneration.
#### Assessment of Performance Data: 6.
Preclinical studies conducted in critical size defects of the rat mandible indicate that GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes provide protection of the regenerative environment and tissue tolerance suitable for regeneration of bone. The functional integrity and time to absorption of this material are consistent with the clinical goals of regenerative therapy.
#### 7. Conclusion:
The modified GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes have an indication statement that is similar to the current GORE RESOLUT XT and GORE OSSEOQUEST Regenerative Membranes. Their intended use is the same: the modified GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes act as a barrier intended to allow controlled tissue regeneration and thus allow repair of periodontal and bone defects in the oral cavity. They may also be used as membranes for bone graft containment, and bone grafting or bone filling materials may be used in conjunction with the membranes to assist in providing the space necessary for regenerative healing. Thus, the modified GORE DRAPEABLE ST and LT Regenerative Membranes are substantially equivalent to the current GORE RESOLUT XT and GORE OSSEOQUEST Regenerative Membranes. The indication statement has been modified, and the added
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wording is consistent with that of other legally marketed resorbable regenerative membranes that also recommend the use of bone filling materials when nonspacemaking defects are treated.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
DEC 1 9 2001
Ms. Jacqueline Kalbach Regulatory Affairs Associate W. L. Gore & Associates Medical Products Division 3450 Kiltie Lane P.O. Box 500 Flaggstaff, Arizona 86002-0500
Re: K013346
Trade/Device Name: Gore Drapeable St/Lt Regenerative Membrane Regulation Number: None Regulation Name: Regenerative Material Regulatory Class: Unclassified Product Code: LYC Dated: October 5, 2001 Received: October 9, 2001
Dear Ms. Kalbach:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device we nave rottewou your betermined the device is substantially equivalent (for the relerenced above and have acteriminoure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Include comments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of Amondinente, or to arrestic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general approvisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include controls providents or an al registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting (1 Mrt), it may of such of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In your device can be roundsh further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4613. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Pat 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours,
Timothy . Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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