← Product Code [HRS](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/HRS) · K132502 # VARIAX 2 SYSTEM (K132502) _Stryker Trauma AG · HRS · Oct 23, 2013 · Orthopedic · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/HRS/K132502 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Stryker Trauma AG - **Product Code:** [HRS](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/HRS.md) - **Decision Date:** Oct 23, 2013 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3030 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Orthopedic - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Intended Use The Stryker VariAx 2 System is intended for internal bone fixation in adult patients. The Stryker VariAx 2 System screws, when used in conjunction with VariAx Plating Systems; or used independently in a lag screw technique, are indicated for: - Internal fracture fixation; - Osteotomies; - Revision procedures such as non-unions or mal-unions; In addition, the following indications are specific to the devices listed below: - T8 2.4mm Screws & T8 2.0mm Locking Peg: For use in small bones, primarily including the Distal Radius, in the treatment of: - Compression fractures; - Intra-articular and extra-articular fractures; - Displaced fractures; - Reconstruction procedures; - T8 2.7mm Screws: For use in small bones, including the Distal Radius as well as the fore, midand hind Foot and Ankle, in the treatment of: - Intra-articular and extra-articular fractures of the Distal Radius, - Displaced and compression fractures of the Distal Radius; - Replantation, joint fusions or arthrodesis and corrective osteotomies in the Foot & Ankle; - Reconstruction procedures in the Foot & Ankle and Distal Radius; - T10 3.5mm and T10 2.7mm Screws: For use in the Radius, Ulna, Clavicle, Humerus, Foot and Ankle, Distal Tibia and Fibula, in the treatment of: - Intra-articular and extra-articular fractures of the Distal Humerus and Proximal Ulna; - Single, segmental and comminuted fractures; - Replantation, joint fusions or arthrodesis and corrective osteotomies in the Foot & Ankle; - Normal bone density or osteopenic bone. ## Device Story Internal bone fixation system consisting of metallic screws and instrumentation; used with previously cleared VariAx Plating Systems or independently via lag screw technique. Operates as mechanical fixation hardware for bone fractures, osteotomies, and revisions. Used by orthopedic surgeons in clinical settings. Provides structural stability to bone segments to facilitate healing. Available sterile and non-sterile. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Metallic bone fixation screws and instrumentation. Materials and design characteristics are substantially equivalent to predicate VariAx systems. Mechanical performance verified via standardized bench testing protocols. ## Regulatory Identification Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories are devices intended to be implanted consisting of one or more metallic components and their metallic fasteners. The devices contain a plate, a nail/plate combination, or a blade/plate combination that are made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, stainless steel, and titanium, that are intended to be held in position with fasteners, such as screws and nails, or bolts, nuts, and washers. These devices are used for fixation of fractures of the proximal or distal end of long bones, such as intracapsular, intertrochanteric, intercervical, supracondylar, or condylar fractures of the femur; for fusion of a joint; or for surgical procedures that involve cutting a bone. The devices may be implanted or attached through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system. ## Predicate Devices - VariAx Distal Radius Torx Screws ([K080667](/device/K080667.md)) - VariAx Distal Radius Line Extension of XXL Plates ([K100271](/device/K100271.md)) - Stryker Foot Plating System ([K063875](/device/K063875.md)) - VariAx Distal Fibula Plate ([K081284](/device/K081284.md)) - VariAx Locked Plating System Line Extension for Addition of Fibula Straight Plates ([K102282](/device/K102282.md)) - VariAx Elbow System ([K073527](/device/K073527.md)) - VariAx Elbow System ([K101056](/device/K101056.md)) - VariAx Clavicle System ([K113760](/device/K113760.md)) - VariAx 2 Compression Plating System ([K130009](/device/K130009.md)) - Stryker Trauma Plating System ([K000636](/device/K000636.md)) ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). 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We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0}------------------------------------------------ #### 510(k) Summary Proprietary Name: VariAx 2 System Common Name: Bone Screws Classification Name and Reference: Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories 21 CFR §888.3030 Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener 21 CFR §888.3040 Regulatory Class: Class II Product Codes: Sponsor: Contact Person: HRS: Plate, Fixation, Bone HWC: Screw, Fixation, Bone HTN: Washer, Bolt Nut Stryker Trauma AG Bohnackerweg 1 CH-2545 Selzach Switzerland Elijah N. Wreh Regulatory Affairs Specialist 325 Corporate Drive Mahwah, NJ 07430 elijah.wreh@stryker.com Phone: 201-831-5691 Fax: 201-831-4691 Date Prepared: August 7, 2013 #### Description This Traditional 510(k) submission is being supplied to the U.S. FDA to provide authorization to market the VariAx 2 System. The VariAx 2 System is an internal fixation device consisting of screws and instrumentation that will be used in conjunction with previously cleared VariAx Plating Systems to treat a number of different types of fractures in the radius, ulna, humerus, clavicle, foot, and fibula. These screws can be used in conjunction with said plating systems, or in the case of non-locking screws, may also be used independently using a lag screw technique. The subject components will be available sterile and non-sterile. {1}------------------------------------------------ ### Intended Use The Stryker VariAx 2 System is intended for internal bone fixation in adult patients. #### Indications The Stryker VariAx 2 System screws, when used in conjunction with VariAx Plating Systems; or used independently in a lag screw technique, are indicated for: - Internal fracture fixation; . - Osteotomies: . - Revision procedures such as non-unions or mal-unions; . In addition, the following indications are specific to the devices listed below: - . T8 2.4mm Screws & T8 2.0mm Locking Peg: For use in small bones, primarily including the Distal Radius, in the treatment of: - Compression fractures: O - O Intra-articular and extra-articular fractures; - Displaced fractures; o - Reconstruction procedures; O - . T8 2.7mm Screws: For use in small bones, including the Distal Radius as well as the fore, midand hind Foot and Ankle, in the treatment of: - Intra-articular and extra-articular fractures of the Distal Radius, O - Displaced and compression fractures of the Distal Radius; o - Replantation, joint fusions or arthrodesis and corrective osteotomies in the Foot & Ankle; o - Reconstruction procedures in the Foot & Ankle and Distal Radius; o - T 10 3.5mm and T10 2.7mm Screws: For use in the Radius, Ulna, Clavicle, Humerus, Foot and . Ankle, Distal Tibia and Fibula, in the treatment of: - Intra-articular and extra-articular fractures of the Distal Humerus and Proximal Ulna; O - Single, segmental and comminuted fractures; o - Replantation, joint fusions or arthrodesis and corrective osteotomies in the Foot & Ankle; o - Normal bone density or osteopenic bone. 0 {2}------------------------------------------------ ## Summary of Technologies Device comparison showed that the proposed device is substantially equivalent in intended use, materials and performance characteristics to the following predicate devices: # Table 1: Predicate devices | 510(k) Number | | |---------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | K080667 | VariAx Distal Radius Torx Screws | | K100271 | VariAx Distal Radius Line Extension of XXL Plates | | K063875 | Stryker Foot Plating System | | K081284 | VariAx Distal Fibula Plate | | K102282 | VariAx Locked Plating System Line Extension for Addition
of Fibula Straight Plates | | K073527 | VariAx Elbow System | | K101056 | VariAx Elbow System | | K113760 | VariAx Clavicle System | | K130009 | VariAx 2 Compression Plating System | | K000636 | Stryker Trauma Plating System | # Non-Clinical Testing Non-clinical laboratory testing was performed for the VariAx 2 System components to determine substantial equivalence. Testing demonstrated that the VariAx 2 System is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices currently cleared for marketing. The following testing was performed - . Screw Pull-Out Testing - Screw Shear-Off Testing . - . Screw Insertion Torque Testing - . Static Cantilever Bending of Locking Mechanism - . Dynamic Fatigue Plate-Screw Construct Testing # Clinical Testing Clinical testing was not required for this submission. # Conclusion The VariAx 2 System is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices identified in this premarket notification. {3}------------------------------------------------ Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002 October 23, 2013 Stryker Trauma AG Mr. Elijah N. Wreh Regulatory Affairs Specialist 325 Corporate Drive Mahwah, New Jersey 07430 Re: K132502 Trade/Device Name: VariAX 2 System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 Regulation Name: Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HRS, HWC, HTN Dated: August 7, 2013 Received: August 9, 2013 Dear Mr. Wreh: 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. Iisting 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. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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. 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); medical device reporting (reporting of medical {4}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 - Mr. Elijah N. Wreh device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. 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Melkerson Director Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {5}------------------------------------------------ ### Indications for Use 510(k) Number (if known): _ K132502 Device Name: VariAx 2 System Indications for Use: The Stryker VariAx 2 System screws, when used in conjunction with VariAx Plating Systems; or used independently in a lag screw technique, are indicated for: - Internal fracture fixation: ● - . Osteotomies; - Revision procedures such as non-unions or mal-unions; ● In addition, the following indications are specific to the devices listed below: - T8 2.4mm Screws & T8 2.0mm Locking Peg: For use in small bones, primarily including the . Distal Radius, in the treatment of: - Compression fractures; O - Intra-articular and extra-articular fractures; 0 - Displaced fractures; 0 - Reconstruction procedures; 0 - � T8 2.7mm Screws: For use in small bones, including the Distal Radius as well as the fore, midand hind Foot and Ankle, in the treatment of: - Intra-articular and extra-articular fractures of the Distal Radius, O - Displaced and compression fractures of the Distal Radius; 0 - Replantation, joint fusions or arthrodesis and corrective osteotomies in the Foot & Ankle; 0 - o Reconstruction procedures in the Foot & Ankle and Distal Radius: - T10 3.5mm and T10 2.7mm Screws: For use in the Radius, Ulna, Clavicle, Humerus, Foot and o Ankle, Distal Tibia and Fibula, in the treatment of: - Intra-articular and extra-articular fractures of the Distal Humerus and Proximal Ulna: 0 - 0 Single, segmental and comminuted fractures; - Replantation, joint fusions or arthrodesis and corrective osteotomies in the Foot & Ankle: 0 - Normal bone density or osteopenic bone. o Over-The-Counter Use Prescription Use X AND/OR (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) # Elizabeth L. 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