ALIF Interfixated System
Device Facts
| Record ID | K151214 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | ALIF Interfixated System |
| Applicant | Nu Vasive, Incorporated |
| Product Code | OVD · Orthopedic |
| Decision Date | Jun 25, 2015 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 888.3080 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Indications for Use
The ALIF Interfixated System is indicated for spinal fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine (L2 to S1). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with deseneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved levels. These patients may have had a previous non-fusion spinal surgery at the involved level(s). The ALIF Interfixated System is intended for use with autograft. The ALIF Interfixated System 10°-20° lordotic cages may be used as a standalone system. The ALIF Interfixated System 25° - 30° lordotic cages must be used with supplemental internal spinal fixation systems (i.e. posterior pedicle screw and rod system) that are cleared by the FDA for use in the lumbar spine. Patients must have undergone a regimen of at least six (6) months of non-operative treatment prior to being treated with the ALIF Interfixated System.
Device Story
Intervertebral body fusion device; consists of titanium alloy interbody cage and three bone screws; used for spinal fusion in lumbar spine. 10°-20° lordotic cages function as standalone systems; 25°-30° lordotic cages require supplemental posterior pedicle screw and rod fixation. Implanted by surgeons during spinal fusion procedures to stabilize vertebral segments and promote fusion using autograft. Benefits patients by addressing discogenic back pain and spinal instability.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Testing included static and dynamic compression/torsion (ASTM F2077), static push-out (ASTM Work Item Z8423Z), subsidence (ASTM F2267), and screw push-out testing. Results demonstrate performance equivalent to or better than predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Constructed from titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) per ASTM F136 and ISO 5832-3. System comprises interbody cage and three bone screws. Available in various lordotic angles (10°-30°). Mechanical fixation via integrated screws; supplemental posterior fixation required for 25°-30° variants. Non-active, implantable device.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous lumbar levels (L2-S1). Includes patients with up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis and those with prior non-fusion spinal surgery. Requires 6 months of failed 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
- NuVasive Brigade® Hyperlordotic System (K123045)
- NuVasive CoRoent® XLR Standalone System (K100043)
- NuVasive CoRoent® Titanium System (K120918)
- NuVasive CoRoent® System (K071795)
- Surgicraft™ Limited STALIF® TT Intervertebral Body Fusion System (K073109)
- Centinel Spine™ Midline IITM / Midline II-Ti™ (K141942)