AESCULAP CRANIOFIX TITANIUM CLAMP SYSTEM

K972332 · Aesculap, Inc. · GXN · Jan 16, 1998 · Neurology

Device Facts

• Record ID: K972332
• Device Name: AESCULAP CRANIOFIX TITANIUM CLAMP SYSTEM
• Applicant: Aesculap, Inc.
• Product Code: GXN · Neurology
• Decision Date: Jan 16, 1998
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 882.5330
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

Aesculap's CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp System is intended for use in refixation of cranial bone flaps after craniotomy.

Device Story

System consists of sterile titanium implant (CRANIOFIX Clamp) and nonpowered neurosurgical instruments. Implant features two 10mm concave disks connected by a central pin; each disk has teeth along the edge. During craniotomy refixation, lower disk rests against inner cranium/bone plug surface, upper disk against outer surface. Implant secured using specialized nonpowered instruments to press bone cover and cranial vault between disks. Used in clinical/surgical settings by neurosurgeons. Provides mechanical fixation of bone flaps post-craniotomy, serving as an alternative to traditional titanium mini-plates and bone screws.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. No clinical data provided.

Technological Characteristics

Titanium implant; two 10mm concave disks with teeth; nonpowered neurosurgical application instruments. Manufactured per ISO and German DIN standards; facility ISO 9001 certified. Mechanical fixation principle.

Indications for Use

Indicated for patients undergoing craniotomy requiring refixation of cranial bone flaps.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A preformed nonalterable cranioplasty plate is a device that is implanted in a patient to repair a skull defect and is constructed of a material, e.g., stainless steel or vitallium, that cannot be altered or reshaped at the time of surgery without changing the chemical behavior of the material.

Reference Devices

• Aesculap titanium mini-plates
• KLS Martin titanium mini-plates
• Leibinger titanium mini-plates
• Zimmer titanium mini-plates

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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# 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness in Accordance with SMDA of 1990

Aesculap CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp System

October 16, 1997

Submitted by:

Aesculap®, Inc. 100u Gatewav Divu. So. San Francisco, CA 94080 Contact: Mary Ellen Holden Phone: [phone] x348 FAX: [phone]

Aesculap CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp System Product: Burr Hole Cover and Associated Common Names: Nonpowered neurosurgical instruments

#### Intended Use

Aesculap's CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp System is intended for use in refixation of cranial bone flaps after craniotomy.

#### Device Description

The CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp System consists of a sterile, titanium implant (CRANIOFIX Clamp) and associated nonpowered neurosurgical instruments. The CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp (FF100T) consists of two 10mm concave disks which are connected with a pin through the center. The pin is securely attached to the lower disk; the upper disk is loosely mounted onto the pin. Each disk has rows of teeth extending along the edge of the concave side. The disks are mounted onto the pin with the teeth of each one facing the teeth of the other. During the craniotomy refixation, the lower disk comes to rest against the inner surface of the cranium and the bone plug. The upper disk comes to rest against the outer portion of the cranium and bone plug.

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#### Technological Characteristics

The CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp presses the bone cover and the vault of the cranium between the two disks. The implant is fixed to the cranium by means of special CRANIOFIX nonpowered neurosurgical instrument. It shares similar technological characteristics with titanium mini-plates which are attached to the cranium with bone screws. The main difference between CRANIOFIX and the comparative devices is the means of application.

#### Performance Standards

No applicable performance standards have been promulgated under Section 514 of the Food. Drug and Cosmetic Act for these devices. However, the CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp System will be manufactured in accordance with ISO and German Din Standards. Furthermore, Aesculap AG has received ISO 9001 certification.

### Substantial Equivalence

Aesculap's CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp System shares similar features and function with corresponding devices distributed by:

- Aesculap ●
- . KLS Martin
- Leibinger .
- Zimmer .

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

JAN 16 1998

Ms. Mary Ellen Holden ·Regulatory Compliance Associate Aesculap, Inc. 1000 Gateway Boulevard 94080-7030 South San Francisco, California

K972332 Re: Aesculap CranioFix Titanium Clamp System Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GXN Dated: October 16, 1997 October 20, 1997 Received:

Dear Ms. Holden:

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, Drug, 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 against 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 Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with_____ the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Failure to Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory In addition, FDA may publish further announcements action. 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 requlations.

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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 requlation (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,

ia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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# INDICATION FOR USE STATEMENT

510(k) Number (if known): K972332

Device Name:

Aesculap CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp System. *

## Indication for Use:

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Aesculap's CRANIOFIX Titanium Clamp System is intended for use in refixation of cranial bone flaps after craniotomy.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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| 510(k) Number | K972332 |

| Prescription Use<br>(Per 21 CFR 801.109) | OR | Over-The-Counter Use<br>(Optional Format 1-2-96) |
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