Cure Lumbar Plate System
K201136 · Meditech Spine, LLC · KWQ · May 12, 2020 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
| Record ID | K201136 |
| Device Name | Cure Lumbar Plate System |
| Applicant | Meditech Spine, LLC |
| Product Code | KWQ · Orthopedic |
| Decision Date | May 12, 2020 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Special |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 888.3060 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Intended Use
The Cure™ Lumbar Plate System is intended for use via a lateral or anterolateral surgical approach above the bifurcation of the great vessels in the treatment of thoracolumbar (T1-L5) spine instability or via the anterior surgical approach, below the bifurcation of the great vessels in the treatment of lumbosacral (L1-S1) spine instability as a result of fracture (including dislocation), tumor, degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies), scoliosis, lordosis, spinal stenosis, or a failed previous spine surgery. The device is intended as a temporary fixation device until fusion is achieved.
Device Story
Cure™ Lumbar Plate System (Cure™ OPEL-L (S)) is a spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis. Device consists of titanium plates available in various sizes for lateral, anterolateral, or anterior surgical approaches. Compared to predicate, device features a through-hole instead of a graft window, a central rib at the through-hole, and sagittal plane convexity at screw hole locations. Used by surgeons in clinical settings to provide temporary stabilization of the spine until fusion is achieved. Output is mechanical fixation of spinal segments; assists in stabilizing the spine to facilitate patient recovery from instability.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Engineering analysis performed per ASTM F1717 for static compression bending, static tension, and dynamic compression bending to demonstrate mechanical equivalency/superiority to the predicate device.
Technological Characteristics
Material: Grade 23 Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) per ASTM F136. Form factor: Lumbar plate with through-hole, central rib, and sagittal plane convexity. Energy source: None (mechanical). Connectivity: None. Sterilization: Not specified.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients with T1-L5 or L1-S1 spine instability due to fracture, tumor, degenerative disc disease, scoliosis, lordosis, spinal stenosis, or failed previous surgery. Used as temporary fixation until fusion.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis is a device intended to be implanted made of titanium. It consists of various vertebral plates that are punched into each of a series of vertebral bodies. An eye-type screw is inserted in a hole in the center of each of the plates. A braided cable is threaded through each eye-type screw. The cable is tightened with a tension device and it is fastened or crimped at each eye-type screw. The device is used to apply force to a series of vertebrae to correct “sway back,” scoliosis (lateral curvature of the spine), or other conditions.
Predicate Devices
- Cure™ Lumbar Plate System (K171538)
Related Devices
- K171538 — Cure Lumbar Plate System · Meditech Spine, LLC · Jun 16, 2017
- K180090 — Cure Lumbar Plate System · Meditech Spine, LLC · Apr 23, 2018
- K220324 — AccuFit Lateral 2-Hole Plate · Precision Spine, Inc. · Mar 16, 2022
- K090222 — PIONEER LUMBAR PLATE SYSTEM · Pioneer Surgical Technology · Apr 28, 2009
- K251940 — PathLoc Lumbar Plate System · L&K BIOMED Co., Ltd. · Mar 3, 2026
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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May 12, 2020
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Meditech Spine, LLC Mr. Bruce Dunaway Chief Design Engineer 1447 Peachtree St NE Suite 440 Atlanta, Georgia 30309
Re: K201136
Trade/Device Name: Cure™ Lumbar Plate System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3060 Regulation Name: Spinal Intervertebral Body Fixation Orthosis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KWQ Dated: April 27, 2020 Received: April 28, 2020
Dear Mr. Dunaway:
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. 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 located 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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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
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Sincerely,
Colin O'Neill, M.B.E. Acting Assistant Director DHT6B: Division of Spinal 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) K201136
Device Name Cure™ Lumbar Plate System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Cure™ Lumbar Plate System is intended for use via a lateral or anterolateral surgical approach above the bifurcation of the great vessels in the treatment of thoracolumbar (T1-L5) spine instability or via the anterior surgical approach, below the bifurcation of the great vessels in the treatment of lumbosacral (L1-S1) spine instability as a result of fracture (including dislocation), tumor, degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies), scoliosis, lordosis, spinal stenosis, or a failed previous spine surgery. The device is intended as a temporary fixation device until fusion is achieved.
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| <div> <span> <b> \[X] Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </b> </span> </div> |
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| <div> <span> [] Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> </div> |
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## 510(k) Summary
As required by section 807.92(c)
Meditech Spine, LLC is requesting marketing clearance for the Cure™ OPEL-L (S) Lumbar Plate System
- A. Sponsor/Manufacturer: Meditech Spine, LLC Registration Number: 3009405289 Bruce Dunaway, Chief Design Engineer 1447 Peachtree St NE Suite 440 Atlanta, GA 30309 678-974-5287 Phone 404-759-2104 Fax
- B. Trade Name: Cure™ Lumbar Plate System Common Name: Spinal Implant Spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis (21 CFR 888.3060 Class Classification Name: II,Product Code KWQ)
- C. Predicate Device: K171538 (Cure™ Lumbar Plate System)
- D. Device Description:
The Cure™ Lumbar Plate (Cure™ OPEL-L (S)) is available in a range of sizes to coincide with the surgical approach. The Cure™ OPEL-L (S) is similar to the Cure™ Anterior Lumbar plate with the exceptions of replacing the graft window with a through hole, the inclusion of a central rib at the through hole location and convexity in the sagittal plane at the screw hole locations.
All Cure™ Lumbar Plates continue to be manufactured from Grade 23 Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V ELI); manufactured according to ASTM F136 Standard Specification for Wrought Titanium-6Aluminum-4Vanadium ELI (Extra Low Interstitial) Alloy (UNS R56401) for Surgical Implant Applications.
- E. Indications for Use:
The Cure™ Lumbar Plate System is intended for use via a lateral or anterolateral surgical approach above the bifurcation of the great vessels in the treatment of thoracic and thoracolumbar (T1-L5) spine instability or via the anterior surgical approach, below the bifurcation of the great vessels in the treatment of lumbar and lumbosacral (L1-S1) spine
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instability as a result of fracture (including dislocation and subluxation), tumor, degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies), scoliosis, lordosis, spinal stenosis, or a failed previous spine surgery. The device is intended as a temporary fixation device until fusion is achieved.
- F. Technological Characteristics:
The fundamental technological characteristics of the Cure™ OPEL-L (S) is identical to the predicate device.
### G. Non-clinical Testing:
An engineering analysis was performed on the Cure™ OPEL-L (S) to demonstrate equivalency to the previously tested predicate device (Cure™ Anterior Lumbar Plate System) with respect to static compression bending, static tension, and dynamic compression bending per ASTM F1717.
Cure™ OPEL-L (S) Lumbar Plates are superior in mechanical function and properties to the predicate device.
- H. Conclusion:
The identical intended use and consistency between the fundamental scientific technology between the Cure™ OPEL-L (S) Lumbar Plate allows that it is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.