ORTHOPEDIATRICS PEDIFLEX FLEXIBLE NAIL SYSTEM

K082375 · OrthoPediatrics Corp. · HTY · Oct 17, 2008 · Orthopedic

Device Facts

• Record ID: K082375
• Device Name: ORTHOPEDIATRICS PEDIFLEX FLEXIBLE NAIL SYSTEM
• Applicant: OrthoPediatrics Corp.
• Product Code: HTY · Orthopedic
• Decision Date: Oct 17, 2008
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 888.3040
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic, Pediatric

Intended Use

The PediFlex™ Flexible Nail System is intended for fixation of diaphyseal fractures of long bones where the medullary canal is narrow or flexibility of the implant is required. This includes upper extremity fractures in all patients and lower extremity fractures in pediatric or small stature patients. In pediatric patients, the flexibility of the nail allows it to be inserted at a point that does not disturb or disrupt the growth plate.

Device Story

Intramedullary elastic nail system for temporary fracture fixation; used in opposing pairs to provide three-point fixation at insertion, fracture, and distal sites. Device features curved, tapered tip to facilitate insertion; cut to length intra-operatively. Used in clinical settings by surgeons for stabilization of diaphyseal fractures. Provides immediate stability during natural bone healing; removed after healing. Benefits include narrow canal compatibility and growth plate preservation in pediatric patients.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; substantial equivalence based on design, material, and functional similarities to predicate devices.

Technological Characteristics

Materials: Ti-6Al-4V (ASTM-F136) and 316L stainless steel (ASTM-F138). Form factor: Intramedullary elastic nails with curved, tapered tips. Diameters: 1.5mm to 4.5mm. Lengths: 300mm and 450mm. Function: Mechanical three-point fixation. Single-use, temporary implant.

Indications for Use

Indicated for fixation of diaphyseal long bone fractures requiring flexible implants or narrow medullary canals. Includes upper extremity fractures (all patients) and lower extremity fractures (pediatric/small stature patients).

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.

Predicate Devices

• Pedi-Flex Nail (K081097)
• Synthes EIN (K971783)
• Synthes EIN (K042135)
• Synthes EIN (K053105)
• Nancy Nail (K032687)
• DePuy ACE, Inc. Pediatric Fixation Rods (K000764)
• Biomet, Inc. Synthes EIN (K081452)
• Metaizeau Nailing System (K063225)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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## SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

| NAME OF FIRM: | OrthoPediatrics, Corp.<br>210 N. Buffalo Street<br>Warsaw, Indiana 46580<br>Establishment Registration No.: 9102640 |
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| 510(K) CONTACT: | Gary Barnett<br>VP-Regulatory, Engineering & Operations<br>Tel: [phone]<br>Fax: [phone] |
| TRADE NAME: | OrthoPediatrics PediFlexTM Flexible Nail System |
| COMMON NAME: | Intramedullary Elastic Nail |
| CLASSIFICATION: | 21 CFR 888.3040 Smooth or threaded metallic<br>bone fastener: Class II per 21 CFR §888.3040 |

### DEVICE PRODUCT CODE(S):

### SUBSTANTIALLY EQUIVALENT DEVICES:

Pedi-Flex Nail (K081097), OrthoPediatrics, Corp. Synthes EIN (K971783, K042135, K053105), Synthes (USA) Nancy Nail (K032687), DePuy ACE, Inc. Pediatric Fixation Rods (K000764), Biomet, Inc. Synthes EIN (K081452), Synthes (USA) Metaizeau Nailing System (K063225), Howmedica

#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION:

Line extension includes 1.5 and 4.5 mm diameters in 300mm and 450 mm lengths, respectively, which can be cut to length intra-operatively. The PediFlex has a curved, tapered tip to facilitate insertion. This is a single use device intended for temporary implantation. It is intended to be removed once the bone has healed. Note: the two diameters shown in bold are line extensions to our (Titanium) PediFlex system cleared though K081097, which is currently available in 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, and 4.0mm diameters.

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The device is the same as flexible pins and ender nails that have been used to fix fractures in long bones for years in an intramedullary fashion. When these types of nails are used, they will be used in opposing pairs. The nail will be bent to provide three-point fixation. The ideal fixation points will be at the insertion site, the fracture site, and some point beyond the fracture site.

- . Materials: The devices are manufactured from Ti-6Al-4V which meets the ASTM-F136 standard, and 316L stainless steel which meets the ASTM-F138 standard.
- . Function: The system functions to provide immediate stability and temporary fixation during the natural healing process.

#### INDICATIONS FOR USE:

The PediFlex™ Flexible Nail System is intended for fixation of diaphyseal fractures of long bones where the medullary canal is narrow or flexibility of the implant is required. This includes upper extremity fractures in all patients and lower extremity fractures in pediatric or small stature patients. In pediatric patients, the flexibility of the nail allows it to be inserted at a point that does not disturb or disrupt the growth plate.

#### BASIS FOR SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE:

OrthoPediatrics believes that this system is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate devices based on similarities in design, materials, and indications.

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# OCT 1 7 2008

OrthoPediatrics Corporation % Mr. Gary D. Barnett VP, Regulatory, Engineering & Operations 210 N. Buffalo Street Warsaw. Indiana 46580

Re: K082375

Trade/Device Name: OrthoPediatrics PediFlex™ Flexible Nail System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3040 Regulation Name: Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class: II Product Code: HTY Dated: August 13, 2008 Received: August 18, 2008

Dear Mr. Barnett:

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 (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. 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.

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 your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

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.

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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), please contact the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled. "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding postmarket surveillance. please contact CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometric's (OSB's) Division of Postmarket Surveillance at [phone]. For questions regarding the reporting of device adverse events (Medical Device Reporting (MDR)), please contact the Division of Surveillance Systems at [phone]. You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or the Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrl/industry/support/index.html.

Sincerely yours,

Mark N. Mulhearn

Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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## Indications for Use Statement

510(k) Number (if known): K082375

# Device Name: OrthoPediatrics PediFlex ™ Flexible Nail System

The PediFlex™ Flexible Nail System is intended for fixation of diaphyseal fractures of long bones where the medullary canal is narrow or flexibility of the implant is required. This includes upper extremity fractures in all patients and lower extremity fractures in pediatric or small stature patients. In pediatric patients, the flexibility of the nail allows it to be inserted at a point that does not disturb or disrupt the growth plate.

Prescription Use _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Nielke Onderdonk

(Division Sign-Division of General, Restorative, and Neurological Devices

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**510(k) Number** K082375