SYNTHES LOCKING RECONSTRUCTION PLATE (LRP) WITH CONDYLAR HEAD

K990637 · Synthes (Usa) · NEI · Oct 22, 1999 · Dental

Device Facts

• Record ID: K990637
• Device Name: SYNTHES LOCKING RECONSTRUCTION PLATE (LRP) WITH CONDYLAR HEAD
• Applicant: Synthes (Usa)
• Product Code: NEI · Dental
• Decision Date: Oct 22, 1999
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 872.4770
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

Synthes (USA) Locking Reconstruction Plate with Condylar Head is intended for temporary reconstruction in patients undergoing ablative tumor surgery requiring the removal of the mandibular condyle. This device is not for permanent implantation, for patients with TMJ or traumatic injuries, or for treatment of temporomandibular joint disease (TMD).

Device Story

One-piece titanium reconstruction plate with solid condylar head; features compression screw holes internally threaded for 2.4-3.0 mm locking screws or 2.4 mm self-tapping cortex screws; notched sides/undersides facilitate contouring. Available in three sizes for left/right placement. Used by surgeons in clinical settings for temporary mandibular reconstruction following ablative tumor surgery. Device provides structural support post-resection; not intended for permanent implantation.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; bench testing only.

Technological Characteristics

Titanium bone plate; locking screw mechanism; 2.4-3.0 mm screw compatibility; notched geometry for contouring; three sizes available for left/right anatomy.

Indications for Use

Indicated for temporary reconstruction in patients undergoing ablative tumor surgery requiring mandibular condyle removal. Contraindicated for permanent implantation, patients with TMJ, traumatic injuries, or temporomandibular joint disease (TMD).

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A temporary mandibular condyle reconstruction plate is a device that is intended to stabilize mandibular bone and provide for temporary reconstruction of the mandibular condyle until permanent reconstruction is completed in patients who have undergone resective surgical procedures requiring removal of the mandibular condyle and mandibular bone. This device is not intended for treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders.

Special Controls

*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device is FDA's guideline entitled “Temporary Mandibular Condyle Reconstruction Plate Class II Special Controls Guideline.” See § 872.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.

Predicate Devices

• Synthes (USA) Locking Reconstruction Plate System

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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001 22 1999

- Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Information 3.0
R990687

| SPONSOR: | Synthes (USA)<br>1690 Russell Road<br>Paoli, PA 19301<br>[phone]<br>Contact: Angela Silvestri |
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| DEVICE NAME: | Synthes (USA) Locking Reconstruction Plate with Condylar Head |
| CLASSIFICATION: | 21 CFR 872.4760 Bone Plate |
| PREDICATE DEVICE: | Synthes (USA) Locking Reconstruction Plate System |
| DEVICE DESCRIPTION: | The Locking Reconstruction Plate with Condylar Head is a one piece<br>reconstruction plate with a solid condylar head. The plate features<br>compression screw holes that are internally threaded to accept the 2.4 - 3.0<br>mm locking screws or standard 2.4 mm self-tapping cortex screws and has<br>notched sides and undersides to facilitate contouring. The plates are<br>available in three sizes for right and left placement. |
| INTENDED USE: | Synthes (USA) Locking Reconstruction Plate with Condylar Head is<br>intended for temporary reconstruction in patients undergoing ablative tumor<br>surgery requiring the removal of the mandibular condyle. This device is not<br>for permanent implantation, for patients with TMJ or traumatic injuries, or<br>for treatment of temporomandibular joint disease (TMD). |
| MATERIAL: | Titanium |

Synthes (USA) LRP with Condylar Head 510(k) Confidential

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

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Public Health Service

APR 28 2009

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Ms. Angela J. Silvestri Manager, Regulatory Affairs SYNTES (USA) 1301 Goshen Parkway West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380

Re: K990637

Trade/Device Name: Synthes (USA) Locking Reconstruction Plate (LRP) with Condylar Head Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3960(c)(2) Regulation Name: Mandibular Condyle Prosthesis Regulatory Class: III Product Code: NEI Dated: July 23, 1999 Received: July 26, 1999

Dear Ms. Silvestri:

This letter corrects our substantially equivalent letter of October 22, 1999.

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. 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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), 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 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

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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 requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.

Sincerely yours.

Susan Cane

Susan Runner, D.D.S., M.A. Acting Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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| 510(k) Number (if known): | K990637 |
| Device Name: | Synthes (USA) Locking Reconstruction Plate with Condylar Head |
| Indications/Contraindications: | Synthes (USA) Locking Reconstruction Plate with Condylar Head is intended for temporary reconstruction in patients undergoing ablative tumor surgery requiring the removal of the mandibular condyle. This device is not for permanent implantation, for patients with TMJ or traumatic injuries, or for treatment of temporomandibular joint disease (TMD). |

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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