SIGN FIN NAIL

K043200 · Surgical Implant Generation Network (Sign) · HSB · Feb 3, 2005 · Orthopedic

Device Facts

• Record ID: K043200
• Device Name: SIGN FIN NAIL
• Applicant: Surgical Implant Generation Network (Sign)
• Product Code: HSB · Orthopedic
• Decision Date: Feb 3, 2005
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 888.3020
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

The SIGN Fin nail is indicated for internal fixation of stable fractures in the femur and humerus.

Device Story

SIGN Fin Nail system consists of intramedullary nails, interlocking screws, and surgical instruments. Device provides internal fixation for stable femur and humerus fractures. Nail features distal and proximal bends, proximal hole/slot for 4.5mm cortical bone screws, and rigid distal fins for rotational stability. System is implanted by surgeons in clinical settings to stabilize fractures; may be removed after healing. Device provides mechanical support to bone segments to facilitate union.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; substantial equivalence is based on design similarity and established history of use for intramedullary fixation rods.

Technological Characteristics

Components manufactured from type 316 stainless steel (ASTM F138). Available in diameters 7mm-12mm and lengths 160mm-280mm. Features distal fins for rotational stability and proximal hole/slot for 4.5mm cortical screws. Mechanical fixation device; no software or electronic components.

Indications for Use

Indicated for internal fixation of stable fractures in the femur and humerus in patients requiring surgical stabilization.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

An intramedullary fixation rod is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a rod made of alloys such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel. It is inserted into the medullary (bone marrow) canal of long bones for the fixation of fractures.

Predicate Devices

• SIGN IM Nail System
• Howmedica Alta IM Rod System
• Biomet Brooker Femoral nail
• Encore True/Flex Upper Extremity Nail

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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## 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness

### SIGN Fin Nail

#### Contact Information

Doug Donnelly 2950 George Washington Way Richland WA 99352 Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] [e-mail]

| Classification Name: | Rod, Fixation, Intramedullary and Accessories |
|----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Intramedullary Rod |
| Proprietary Name: | SIGN Fin Nail |
| Proposed Regulatory Class: | Class II, Intramedullary Fixation Rod, |
| | 21 CFR §888.3020, OR |
| Device Product Code: | HSB |

## Substantial Equivalence Information

The SIGN Fin Nail is similar to the following Devices: SIGN IM Nail System Howmedica Alta IM Rod System Biomet Brooker Femoral nail Encore True/Flex Upper Extremity Nail

All of the devices listed above are similar in design to the SIGN Fin Nail system. The safety and effectiveness of the SIGN Fin Nail is also based on a long history of use of this type of device in the market place.

#### Device Description

The SIGN Fin Nail system includes intramedullary nails, Interlocking Screws and Instruments. All components are manufactured from stainless steel. The SIGN Fin Nail is available with diameters of 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 11mm, 11mm, and 12mm in the following lengths: 160mm, 190mm, 240mm and 280mm. Each nail is made from a solid type 316, ASTM F138, solid stainless steel bar with distal and proximal bends. Each nail has a hole and a slot at the proximal end to accept solid 4.5mm diameter cortical bone screws for fixation and uses rigid distal fins for rotational stability. The SIGN Fin Nail may be removed upon fracture healing.

#### Indications for use

The SIGN Fin nail is indicated for internal fixation of stable fractures in the femur and humerus.

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Public Health Service

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

FEB = 3 2005

Mr. Douglas J. Donnelly Manager, Regulatory Affairs SIGN, Inc. 2950 George Washington Way Richland, Washington 99352

Re: K043200

Trade/Device Name: SIGN Fin Nail Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3020 Regulation Name: Intramedullary fixation rod Regulatory Class: II Product Code: HSB Dated: November 15, 2004 Received: November 18, 2004

Dear Mr. Donnelly:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the are died we nave reviewed your becaon - 10(t) personalially equivalent (for the indications felerenced above and nave decemblicate devices marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate for use stated in the enclosure) to regars actment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or 10 commence provide to thay 20, 1978, the encordance with the provisions of the Federal Food. Drug. devices mat have been receissmed in assee approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). and Cosmetic Act (1101) that do not require to the general controls provisions of the Act. The I ou may, dicrerore, market the act include requirements for annual registration, listing of general controls provisions of tactice, 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 If your device is classined (over as controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can thay be subject to sach additions, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

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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,
Mark A. Mikkelson

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

Enclosure

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# Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

SIGN Fin Nail Device Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Indications for Use: The SIGN Fin nail is indicated for internal fixation of stable fractures in the femur and humerus.

Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

AND/OR

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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