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Prosthesis, Posterior Spinal Elements

Page Type
Product Code
Definition
This device is a non-fusion, load-bearing implanted prosthesis that stabilizes the spine following resection of posterior spinal elements.
Physical State
This device is a posterior prosthesis fixed to the spine by four pedicle screws.
Technical Method
This device is designed to provide posterior, non-fusion stabilization following decompression.
Target Area
This device is intended to be implanted in the posterior lumbar spine.
Review Panel
Orthopedic
Submission Type
PMA
Device Classification
Class 3
GMP Exempt?
No
Summary Malfunction Reporting
Ineligible
Implanted Device
Yes
Life-Sustain/Support Device
No
Third Party Review
Not Third Party Eligible

No Linked CFR Text

The FDA has not linked product code QWK to any particular section of the CFR (Code of Federal Regulations). There are multiple reasons why this might be the case:

  • The product code was created for a class III submission that does not follow the normal PMN or PMA path - e.g., for a device that falls under HDE (Humanitarian Device Exemption) or EUA (Emergency Use Authorization).
  • The FDA has generated the product code for an existing Class III device, as a result of a PMA supplement that modifies the device in a way that it can't fit under the existing product code originally assigned
  • The product code was created for internal use at the FDA, and not for classification or regulatory-related purposes.

Prosthesis, Posterior Spinal Elements

Page Type
Product Code
Definition
This device is a non-fusion, load-bearing implanted prosthesis that stabilizes the spine following resection of posterior spinal elements.
Physical State
This device is a posterior prosthesis fixed to the spine by four pedicle screws.
Technical Method
This device is designed to provide posterior, non-fusion stabilization following decompression.
Target Area
This device is intended to be implanted in the posterior lumbar spine.
Review Panel
Orthopedic
Submission Type
PMA
Device Classification
Class 3
GMP Exempt?
No
Summary Malfunction Reporting
Ineligible
Implanted Device
Yes
Life-Sustain/Support Device
No
Third Party Review
Not Third Party Eligible

No Linked CFR Text

The FDA has not linked product code QWK to any particular section of the CFR (Code of Federal Regulations). There are multiple reasons why this might be the case:

  • The product code was created for a class III submission that does not follow the normal PMN or PMA path - e.g., for a device that falls under HDE (Humanitarian Device Exemption) or EUA (Emergency Use Authorization).
  • The FDA has generated the product code for an existing Class III device, as a result of a PMA supplement that modifies the device in a way that it can't fit under the existing product code originally assigned
  • The product code was created for internal use at the FDA, and not for classification or regulatory-related purposes.