← Product Code [JDI](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/JDI) · K991987 # COLOR BUFFED ANSWER CEMENTED FEMORAL (K991987) _Biomet, Inc. · JDI · Jun 28, 1999 · Orthopedic · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/JDI/K991987 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Biomet, Inc. - **Product Code:** [JDI](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/JDI.md) - **Decision Date:** Jun 28, 1999 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Special - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3350 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Orthopedic - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Intended Use The indications for use for Biomet hip replacement prosthesis include: 1) I no increations for assnerative joint disease including osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis; 2) rheumatoid arthritis; 3) correction of functional deformity; 4) treatment of non-union, femoral neck fracture, and throchanteric fractures of the proximal femur with head involvement, unmanageable using other techniques; 5) revisions of hip replacement components. Standard surgical and rehabilitative procedures are indicted with this device. This device is for use with bone cement ## Device Story Color Buffed Answer Cemented Femoral is a modular hip prosthesis component; replaces diseased/damaged femoral neck. Features distally tapered stem for stress distribution in cement mantle; proximal lateral flare for canal filling; medial collar for stability. Includes PMMA spacers to enhance cement mantle stability. Modular head attaches to trunion to articulate with acetabular components. Used by orthopedic surgeons in clinical/OR settings for total hip arthroplasty. Device provides structural support and articulation to restore joint function; reduces pain; improves mobility. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Cemented femoral hip prosthesis; modular design. Materials include metal stem with PMMA spacers. Features distal taper, proximal lateral flare, and medial collar. Designed for use with bone cement. Straight stem configuration. ## Regulatory Identification A hip joint metal/polymer semi-constrained cemented prosthesis is a device intended to be implanted to replace a hip joint. The device limits translation and rotation in one or more planes via the geometry of its articulating surfaces. It has no linkage across-the-joint. This generic type of device includes prostheses that have a femoral component made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, and an acetabular resurfacing component made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene and is limited to those prostheses intended for use with bone cement (§ 888.3027). ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. 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The stems indicated for cement use and are distally tapered to provide better stress distribution through the cement mantel. A proximal, lateral flare insures proximal canal filling and a closer match to normal anatomy. A medial collar provides initial stability and prevents components subsidence. Each stem is straight, thus eliminating the need for a left and right configurations. The stems utilize a modular head to provide an articulating surface with any commercially available acetabular component. These components are intended for use with bone cement, and as such, have PMMA spacers added to the stem to enhance stability within the cement mantel. Potential Risks: The potential risks associated with this device are the same as with any joint replacement device. These include, but not limited to: Reaction to bone cement Deformity of the joint Cardiovascular diseases Fracture of the cement Implant loosening/Migration Tissue growth failure Bone fracture Blood vessel damage Soft tissue imbalance Infection Delayed wound healing Hematoma Metal sensitivity Dislocation Fracture of the components Excessive wear Nerve damage A modification was made to the Answer Femoral Components to produce the Color Buffed Answer Cemented Femorals. {1}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/1/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The logo consists of a stylized eagle with three lines representing its body and wings. The words "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - USA" are arranged in a circular pattern around the eagle. Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 JUN 28 1999 Ms. Dalene Hufziger Binkley Regulatory Specialist Biomet Inc. P.O. Box 587 Warsaw, Indiana 46581-0587 Re : K991987 Trade Name: Color Buffed Answer Cemented Femoral Requlatory Class: II Product Code: JDI Dated: June 11, 1999 Received: June 14, 1999 Dear Ms. Binkley: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). 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 (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major requlations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General requlation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (OS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations. {2}------------------------------------------------ ## Page 2 % Ms. Dalene H. Binkley This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 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 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4659. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and (301) by 1 your device, please contact the Office of Also, please note the regulation Compliance at (301) 594-4639. entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" Other general information on your (21 CFR 807.97). responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or at (301) 443-6597, or at its Internet address "http://www.fda.qov/cdrh/dsmamain.html". Sincerely yours, Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3}------------------------------------------------ Page **_ of _** 510 (k) NUMBER (IF KNOWN): k991987 DEVICE NAME: Color Buffed Answer Cemented Femoral INDICATIONS FOR USE: The indications for use for Biomet hip replacement prosthesis include: 1) I no increations for assnerative joint disease including osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis; 2) rheumatoid arthritis; 3) correction of functional deformity; 4) treatment of non-union, femoral neck fracture, and throchanteric fractures of the proximal femur with head involvement, unmanageable using other techniques; 5) revisions of hip replacement components. Standard surgical and rehabilitative procedures are indicted with this device. This device is for use with bone cement (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED.) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) | | Prescription Use | X | |--|----------------------|---| | | (Per 21 CFR 801.109) | | | (Division Sign-Off) | | |-----------------------------------------|---------| | Division of General Restorative Devices | | | 510(k) Number | K994987 | --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/JDI/K991987](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/JDI/K991987) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. 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