Paradigm System
K243258 · Proprio, Inc. · OLO · Feb 21, 2025 · Neurology
Device Facts
| Record ID | K243258 |
| Device Name | Paradigm System |
| Applicant | Proprio, Inc. |
| Product Code | OLO · Neurology |
| Decision Date | Feb 21, 2025 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 882.4560 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
Intended Use
The Paradigm System is a stereotaxic image guidance system intended for the spatial positioning and orientation of spinal surgical instruments used by surgeons during open surgical procedures with appropriate bone preparation. The device is indicated for posterior approach spine surgery where reference to a rigid anatomical structure that can be identified on CT derived patient images for pedicle screw cannulation of the thoracic to sacrum vertebrae.
Device Story
Paradigm System is a stereotaxic image guidance system for spinal surgery. Inputs: preoperative CT patient images; real-time camera imaging of surgical site; surgical navigation data. Operation: system software generates 3D model of patient vertebrae from CT data; intraoperative registration matches live anatomy topography to 3D model via Prism Sensor Array; creates common coordinate space between preoperative data and live anatomy. Output: virtual information overlaid on live anatomy via external monitor. Used in OR by surgeons. Benefits: enables precise spatial positioning and orientation of spinal instruments; facilitates pedicle screw cannulation.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Evidence consists of non-clinical hardware, software, and instrumentation verification tests, and non-clinical design validation conducted in a cadaveric model. Testing followed standards including ASTM F2554-22 for positional accuracy.
Technological Characteristics
Stereotaxic image guidance system. Components: cart, arm, sensor array, external monitor, surgical instruments, software. Energy: 120V. Sterilization: steam for instruments (SAL 1x10^-6); ethylene oxide for optional drape (SAL 1x10^-6). Connectivity: external monitor. Software lifecycle: IEC 62304 compliant.
Indications for Use
Indicated for posterior approach spine surgery in patients requiring pedicle screw cannulation of thoracic to sacrum vertebrae, where rigid anatomical structures are identifiable on CT images.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A stereotaxic instrument is a device consisting of a rigid frame with a calibrated guide mechanism for precisely positioning probes or other devices within a patient's brain, spinal cord, or other part of the nervous system.
Predicate Devices
- Paradigm System (K222291)
Reference Devices
- Reflective Markers (Northern Digital K033621)
Related Devices
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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February 21, 2025
Proprio, Inc. Shannon Eubanks Vice President, Hardware Engineering and Regulatory 111 W. John St., Suite 308 Seattle, Washington 98119
Re: K243258
Trade/Device Name: Paradigm System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4560 Regulation Name: Stereotaxic Instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OLO Dated: January 22, 2025 Received: January 23, 2025
#### Dear Shannon Eubanks:
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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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 QS 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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by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
# Shumaya Ali -S
Shumaya Ali, M.P.H. 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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### Indications for Use
Submission Number (if known)
K243258
Device Name
Paradigm System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Paradigm System is a stereotaxic image guidance system intended for the spatial positioning and orientation of spinal surgical instruments used by surgeons during open surgical procedures with appropriate bone preparation. The device is indicated for posterior approach spine surgery where reference to a rigid anatomical structure that can be identified on CT derived patient images for pedicle screw cannulation of the thoracic to sacrum vertebrae.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## Traditional 510(k) Summary
| Submitter: | Proprio, Inc. |
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| Contact Person: | Shannon Eubanks |
| | VP of HW Engineering and Regulatory |
| | Phone: (425) 802-6063 |
| | Email: seubanks@propriovision.com |
| Trade Name: | Paradigm System |
| Common Name: | Orthopedic stereotaxic instrument |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Product Code: | OLO |
| Regulation: | 21 CFR 882.4560 |
| Predicate Device(s): | The subject device is equivalent to the following device: Paradigm<br>System (K222291) |
| Device Description: | The Paradigm System is a stereotaxic image guidance system<br>intended for the spatial positioning and orientation of spinal surgical<br>instruments used by surgeons. The Paradigm System fuses high-<br>resolution, real-time camera imaging of the surgical site (such as the<br>spine) with medical imagery (such as CT) and surgical navigation<br>data, such as predetermined instrument trajectories for precise<br>instrument placement. |
| | The Paradigm System encompasses non-sterile operating room<br>equipment components as well as sterilizable, reusable instruments,<br>and off-the-shelf sterile-packaged, single-use accessories. |
| | The Paradigm System is used with an external monitor. |
| Indications For Use: | The Paradigm System is a stereotaxic image guidance system<br>intended for the spatial positioning and orientation of spinal surgical<br>instruments used by surgeons during open surgical procedures with<br>appropriate bone preparation. The device is indicated for posterior<br>approach spine surgery where reference to a rigid anatomical<br>structure that can be identified on CT derived patient images for<br>pedicle screw cannulation of the thoracic to sacrum vertebrae. |
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| | Paradigm System<br>(Subject Device) | Paradigm System<br>(Predicate Device) | Comment | | | |
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| Device Overview | | | | | | |
| 510(k) Number | K243258 | K222291 | | | | |
| Decision Date | | April 21, 2023 | | | | |
| Manufacturer | Proprio, Inc. | Proprio, Inc. | | | | |
| Classification | Class II | Class II | Same | | | |
| Product Code | OLO | OLO | Same | | | |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 882.4560 | 21 CFR 882.4560 | Same | | | |
| Medical Specialty | Neurology | Neurology | Same | | | |
| Indications For<br>Use | The Paradigm System is a<br>stereotaxic image guidance system<br>intended for the spatial positioning<br>and orientation of spinal surgical<br>instruments used by surgeons during<br>open surgical procedures with<br>appropriate bone preparation. The<br>device is indicated for posterior<br>approach spine surgery where<br>reference to a rigid anatomical<br>structure that can be identified on<br>CT derived patient images for<br>pedicle screw cannulation of the<br>thoracic to sacrum vertebrae. | The Paradigm System is a<br>stereotaxic image guidance system<br>intended for the spatial positioning<br>and orientation of spinal surgical<br>instruments used by surgeons during<br>open surgical procedures with<br>appropriate bone preparation. The<br>device is indicated for posterior<br>approach spine surgery where<br>reference to a rigid anatomical<br>structure that can be identified on<br>CT derived patient images for<br>pedicle screw cannulation of the<br>thoracic to sacrum vertebrae. | Same | | | |
| | Principle of<br>operation | Paradigm System fuses high-<br>resolution, real-time camera<br>imaging of the surgical site (such as<br>the spine) with medical imagery<br>(such as CT) and surgical navigation<br>data, such as predetermined<br>instrument trajectories for precise<br>instrument placement. | | Paradigm System fuses high-<br>resolution, real-time camera<br>imaging of the surgical site (such as<br>the spine) with medical imagery<br>(such as CT) and surgical navigation<br>data, such as predetermined<br>instrument trajectories for precise<br>instrument placement. | | |
| | | The Paradigm System enables<br>surgical navigation of instruments<br>relative to the patient spinal<br>anatomy by combining preoperative<br>imaging segmentation and<br>intraoperative registration of the<br>patient's live anatomy. Preoperative<br>CT data is uploaded to the console<br>and the system software generates a<br>3D model of the patient's operative<br>vertebrae. The 3D model is used for<br>preoperative planning such as<br>implant placements or instrument<br>trajectories. During the procedure,<br>once the patient's anatomy is<br>exposed, the Prism Sensor Array<br>acquires imaging to match the<br>topography of the live anatomy to<br>the 3D model. This intraoperative<br>registration of live anatomy to the<br>3D model creates a common<br>coordinate space between the | | The Paradigm System enables<br>surgical navigation of instruments<br>relative to the patient spinal<br>anatomy by combining preoperative<br>imaging segmentation and<br>intraoperative registration of the<br>patient's live anatomy. Preoperative<br>CT data is uploaded to the console<br>and the system software generates a<br>3D model of the patient's operative<br>vertebrae. The 3D model is used for<br>preoperative planning such as<br>implant placements or instrument<br>trajectories. During the procedure,<br>once the patient's anatomy is<br>exposed, the Prism Sensor Array<br>acquires imaging to match the<br>topography of the live anatomy to<br>the 3D model. This intraoperative<br>registration of live anatomy to the<br>3D model creates a common<br>coordinate space between the | Same | |
| | | | | Paradigm System<br>(Subject Device) | Paradigm System<br>(Predicate Device) | Comment |
| | | | | preoperative CT data and the patient<br>anatomy. This enables virtual<br>information to be overlaid on the<br>live anatomy during the procedure<br>for intraoperative guidance. | preoperative CT data and the patient<br>anatomy. This enables virtual<br>information to be overlaid on the<br>live anatomy during the procedure<br>for intraoperative guidance. | |
| | | Technical<br>Comparison | | Stereotaxic image guided surgical<br>navigation system during spine<br>surgery. Preoperative CT data is<br>segmented and a 3D model is<br>generated. Preoperative planning<br>can be performed. Intraoperative<br>image capture using reflective<br>markers on spinal instruments and<br>registers the patient's anatomy to the<br>preoperative 3D model for<br>intraoperative guidance during the<br>procedure. | Stereotaxic image guided surgical<br>navigation system during spine<br>surgery. Preoperative CT data is<br>segmented and a 3D model is<br>generated. Preoperative planning<br>can be performed. Intraoperative<br>image capture using reflective<br>markers on spinal instruments and<br>registers the patient's anatomy to the<br>preoperative 3D model for<br>intraoperative guidance during the<br>procedure. | Same |
| | | Components | | Cart, Arm, Sensor Array, External<br>Monitor, Surgical Instruments,<br>Software | Cart, Arm, Sensor Array, External<br>Monitor, Surgical Instruments,<br>Software | Same |
| | | Energy Source | | 120V | 120V | Same |
| Sterilization<br>Method -<br>Surgical<br>Instruments | | Steam | Steam | Same | | |
| Minimum SAL | 1 x 10-6 | 1 x 10-6 | Same | | | |
| Required<br>Accessories | Reflective Markers (Northern<br>Digital K033621) | Reflective Markers (Northern<br>Digital K033621) | Same | | | |
| Optional<br>Accessories | Paradigm Drape | Any drape | New accessory, not<br>required for<br>Paradigm System<br>performance | | | |
| Sterilization<br>Method –<br>drape | Ethylene Oxide | Not applicable | Required<br>sterilization for<br>optional drape<br>accessory | | | |
| Minimum SAL | 1 x 10-6 | Not applicable | Required to claim<br>sterile, single-use<br>for drape | | | |
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| Functional and<br>Safety Testing: | Verification and Validation activities have been conducted to provide assurance that the<br>device meets the performance requirements under the indications for use conditions. Proprio<br>performed the following testing to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the Paradigm<br>System device:<br>•Non-Clinical Hardware, Software, and Instrumentation Verification Tests<br>•Non-Clinical Design Validation conducted in Cadaveric Model<br>•Compliance Conformity Assessments<br>The following standards were used in testing: |
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