HOFFMANN II COMPACT EXTERNAL FIXATION SYSTEM

K971755 · Howmedica Corp. · JEC · Jul 17, 1997 · Orthopedic

Device Facts

• Record ID: K971755
• Device Name: HOFFMANN II COMPACT EXTERNAL FIXATION SYSTEM
• Applicant: Howmedica Corp.
• Product Code: JEC · Orthopedic
• Decision Date: Jul 17, 1997
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 888.3040
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

The Hoffmann® II Compact External Fixation System is intended to be used with the Half Pins or Transfixing Pins of the Hoffmann® External Fixation System and the Components of the Hoffmann® II External Fixation System. It is intended to be used in the stabilization of open and/or unstable fractures and where the soft tissue injury may preclude the use of other fracture treatments such as IM rodding, casting. And other means of internal fixation.

Device Story

External fixation system for bone fracture stabilization; components include rod-to-rod couplings, pin-to-rod couplings, posts, pin clamp assemblies, and rods. System functions by connecting percutaneous pins to an external frame via clamps and rods to stabilize bone fragments. Used in clinical settings by physicians for patients with fractures unsuitable for internal fixation. Provides mechanical stabilization of bone fragments; benefits include fracture management in presence of significant soft tissue injury.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Performance of new components compared to Original Hoffmann® and Hoffmann® II systems.

Technological Characteristics

Materials: Stainless steel and aluminum. Components: Rod-to-rod couplings, pin-to-rod couplings, posts, pin clamps, compression/distraction rods, 5mm rods. Principle: Percutaneous pin-to-frame external stabilization. Form factor: Modular external fixation frame components.

Indications for Use

Indicated for patients with open and/or unstable fractures where soft tissue injury precludes alternative treatments like IM rodding, casting, or internal fixation.

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

• Original Hoffmann® External Fixation System
• Hoffmann® II External Fixation System

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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510(k) Summary

Trade Name: Common Name: Classification Name: Hoffmann® II Compact External Fixation System External Fixation Device Smooth or Threaded Metallic Bone Fixation Fastener 888.3040

This submission describes a system of external fixation components consisting of Rodto-Rod Couplings, Pin-to-Rod Couplings, Straight and Angled Posts, a Pin Clamp Assembly, Compression/Distraction Rod-to-Rod Coupling, a Compression/Distraction Rod and Curved and Straight 5mm Rods. These components are intended to be used in conjunction with the Half Pins and Transfixing Pins of the Hoffmann® External Fixation System and may be used with the components of the Hoffmann® II External Fixation System. This device is intended to provide stabilization of open and/or unstable fractures and where soft tissue injury may preclude the use of other fracture treatments such as IM rodding, casting, or other means of internal fixation.

Equivalency of this system is based on similarities in intended use, materials, design and operational principles to the Original Hoffmann® External Fixation System and the Hoffmann® II External Fixation Systems. All of these devices are intended to be used in an external fixation frame for the stabilization of bone fragments.

The Hoffmann® II Compact External Fixation Components and the Hoffmann® II External Fixation System are both manufactured from Stainless Steel and Aluminum. The Original Hoffmann® Components are manufactured from Stainless Steel.

The design of the Hoffmann® II Compact Components, the Hoffmann® II Components and the Original Hoffmann® Components are substantially equivalent.

The basic operational principles for the construction of the Hoffmann® II Compact External Fixation System, as well as the other named external fixation systems, are to provide external stabilization of a fracture by means of percutaneous pins connected to a frame by means of Pin Clamps, Couplings and Rods. The method of site preparation, relative indications and contraindications for all of the external fixation systems are similar.

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Testing of the components of this system is presented in this document. Testing compares the performance of the new components with the components of the Original Hoffmann® System or the Hoffamnn II External Fixation System.

For information contact:

John Dichiara Manager, Regulatory Affairs Howmedica Inc. 359 Veterans Boulevard Rutherford, NJ 07070 [phone] Fax: [phone]

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Public Health Service

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Mr. John F. Dichiara Group Requlatory Affairs Manager Howmedica Inc. Pfizer Hospital Products Group 359 Veterans Boulevard Rutherford, New Jersey 07070-2584

JUL 17 1997

Re : K971755 Hoffmann® II Compact External Fixation System Regulatory Class: II Product Code: JEC Dated: May 8, 1997 Received: May 12, 1997

Dear Mr. Dichiara:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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, Druq, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions The general controls provisions of the Act of the Act. include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions aqainst misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. ਰੋ substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, Devices: through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations .

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 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 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D.
Director
Division of general and

Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known): Not Known

Device Name: Hoffmann® II Compact External Fixation System

Indications for Use:

The Hoffmann® II Compact External Fixation System is intended to be used with the Half Pins or Transfixing Pins of the Hoffmann® External Fixation System and the Components of the Hoffmann® II External Fixation System. It is intended to be used in the stabilization of open and/or unstable fractures and where the soft tissue injury may preclude the use of other fracture treatments such as IM rodding, casting. And other means of internal fixation.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)
OR
Over-The-Counter Use

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Division of General Restorative Devices
510(k) Number
(Optional Format 1-2-96)
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