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# StarFuse Interphalangeal Pin (K160194)

_Phalanx Innovations · HTY · Apr 26, 2016 · Orthopedic · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Phalanx Innovations
- **Product Code:** [HTY](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/HTY.md)
- **Decision Date:** Apr 26, 2016
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3040
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Orthopedic
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Intended Use

The StarFuse Interphalangeal Pin is indicated for use with osteotomies, arthrodeses, and reconstruction procedures involving the correction of the lesser digits of the toes.

## Device Story

StarFuse Interphalangeal Pin is an intramedullary bone fixation fastener used for lesser toe digit correction. Device is available in various diameters (3-4 mm) and lengths (16-30 mm), with straight or pre-bent configurations. Implanted by orthopedic surgeons during surgical procedures to facilitate bone fusion. Device provides mechanical stabilization of bone segments during the healing process. Benefits include structural support for osteotomies and reconstruction procedures.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Static and dynamic 3-point bending testing performed per ASTM F1264-14 confirmed the device performs as intended.

## Technological Characteristics

Metallic bone fixation fastener made of 316LVM Stainless Steel (ASTM F138). Available in diameters 3-4 mm and lengths 16-30 mm. Straight or pre-bent form factors. Mechanical fixation device.

## Regulatory Identification

A smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a stiff wire segment or rod made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel, and that may be smooth on the outside, fully or partially threaded, straight or U-shaped; and may be either blunt pointed, sharp pointed, or have a formed, slotted head on the end. It may be used for fixation of bone fractures, for bone reconstructions, as a guide pin for insertion of other implants, or it may be implanted through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.

## Predicate Devices

- ARROW-LOK Digital Fusion System ([K112675](/device/K112675.md))

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

April 26, 2016

Phalanx Innovations % Ms. Cheryl Wagoner Principal Consultant Wagoner Consulting LLC P.O. Box 15729 Wilmington, North Carolina 28408

Re: K160194

Trade/Device Name: StarFuse Interphalangeal Pin Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3040 Regulation Name: Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HTY Dated: April 8, 2016 Received: April 11, 2016

Dear Ms. Wagoner:

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. 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.

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Sincerely yours,

# Mark N. Melkerson -S

Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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### Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K160194

Device Name StarFuse Interphalangeal Pin

Indications for Use (Describe)

The StarFuse Interphalangeal Pin is indicated for use with osteotomies, and reconstruction procedures involving the correction of the lesser digits of the toes.

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

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## 510(k) Summary

### (as required by 21 CFR 807.92)

| Date Prepared  | April 8, 2016                 |
|----------------|-------------------------------|
| Manufacturer   | Phalanx Innovations           |
| Address        | 200 Cobb Pkwy N               |
|                | Building 200, Suite 210       |
|                | Marietta, GA 30062            |
| Telephone      | 888-404-3980 Ext 101          |
| Fax            | 678-669-2188                  |
| Contact Person | Daniel Lanois                 |
|                | General Manager               |
| Address        | Phalanx Innovations           |
|                | 200 Cobb Pkwy N               |
|                | Building 200, Suite 210       |
|                | Marietta, GA 30062            |
| Telephone      | 888-404-3980 Ext 101          |
| Fax            | 678-669-2188                  |
| email          | daniel@phalanxinnovations.com |

| Trade Name                      | StarFuse Interphalangeal Pin                       |                                            |
|---------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------|
| Common Name                     | Intramedullary Bone Fastener                       |                                            |
| Panel Code                      | Orthopaedics/87                                    |                                            |
| Classification Name             | Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener |                                            |
| Class                           | Class II                                           |                                            |
| Regulation Number               | 21 CFR 888.3040                                    |                                            |
| Product Code                    | HTY                                                |                                            |
| Name of Predicate Device        | 510(k) #                                           | Manufacturer                               |
| ARROW-LOK Digital Fusion System | K112675                                            | Arrowhead Medical Device Technologies, LLC |

| Description |                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
|-------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
|             | The StarFuse Interphalangeal Pin is a fusion device available in a range<br>of profile diameters and lengths as well as straight or pre-bent options.<br>Implants are made from 316LVM Stainless Steel per ASTM F138 and<br>range in size from 3 to 4 mm in diameter and 16 to 30 mm in length. |

| Indications and<br>Intended Use | StarFuse Interphalangeal Pin is indicated for use with osteotomies, arthrodeses, and reconstruction procedures involving the correction of the lesser digits of the toes. |
|---------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
|---------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|

| Technological<br>Characteristics<br>and Substantial<br>Equivalence | Documentation was provided to demonstrate that the Subject device, is<br>substantially equivalent to the Predicate ARROW-LOK Digital Fusion<br>System (K112675). The Subject device is substantially equivalent to the<br>predicate device in intended use, indications for use, materials,<br>technological characteristics, performance and labeling. |
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| Performance Data                                                   | Static and dynamic 3-point bending testing (per ASTM 1264-14)<br>confirmed that the Subject device performed as intended.                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
| Conclusion                                                         | Based on the intended use, indications for use, technological<br>characteristics, materials, and comparison to predicate device, the<br>Subject device has been shown to be substantially equivalent to legally<br>marketed predicate devices.                                                                                                          |

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