← Product Code [JDQ](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/JDQ) · K974020 # SPINAL CONCEPTS, INC., CFIX CABLE SYSTEM (K974020) _Spinal Concepts, Inc. · JDQ · Dec 19, 1997 · Orthopedic · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/JDQ/K974020 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Spinal Concepts, Inc. - **Product Code:** [JDQ](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/JDQ.md) - **Decision Date:** Dec 19, 1997 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3010 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Orthopedic - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Intended Use The Spinal Concepts, Inc. (SCI™) CFIX™ Cable System is a temporary implant for use in orthopedic and cardiovascular surgery. The system is intended to provide temporary stabilization as a bone anchor during the development of solid bony fusion and aid in the repair of bone fractures. The indications for use include, but are not limited to the following applications: 1. Spinal trauma surgery, used in sublaminar, interspinous or facet wiring techniques: 2. Spinal reconstructive surgery, incorporated into constructs for the purpose of correction of spinal deformities such as scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis, etc .; 3. Spinal degenerative surgery, as an adjunct to spinal fusions; 4. Orthopedic trauma surgery, to secure fractures of the olecranon, patella, femur, humerus, etc. Cables may also be used to reduce and secure dislocations of the acromioclavicular joint; 5. Orthopaedic reconstructive surgery, to reattach the greater trochanter after trochanteric osteotomy during total hip arthroplasty; 6. Cardiovascular surgery for closure of the sternum following sternotomy; and 7. Oral surgery, to repair and fix fractures of the mandible and other facial fractures. The CFIX™ Cable System may also be used in conjunction with other medical implant grade implants made of titanium alloy (e.g. Luque rods) whenever "wiring" may help secure the attachment of other implants. ## Device Story CFIX™ Cable System provides temporary bone stabilization; consists of multi-strand titanium alloy cable and cam/block locking mechanism. Surgeon threads cable through cam/block; uses reusable Cable Tensioner to stabilize assembly and apply tension. T-handled hex wrench rotates cam 90 degrees to lock cable; tactile 'snap' confirms locking. Cable ends cut flush. Used in OR by surgeons for spinal, orthopedic, cardiovascular, and oral procedures. Benefits include secure bone anchoring during fusion or fracture healing. Compatible with other titanium implants like Luque rods. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. Static tension and fatigue strength testing performed to demonstrate mechanical integrity and suitability for intended use. ## Technological Characteristics Materials: Ti-6AL-4V ELI (ASTM F-136) titanium alloy cable and cam/block. Design: Multi-strand cable with ball stop and cam/block locking mechanism. Dimensions: 18" and 24" cable lengths. Sterilization: Compatible with standard sterilization parameters to achieve 10-6 SAL. ## Regulatory Identification A bone fixation cerclage is a device intended to be implanted that is made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, and that consists of a metallic ribbon or flat sheet or a wire. The device is wrapped around the shaft of a long bone, anchored to the bone with wire or screws, and used in the fixation of fractures. ## Predicate Devices - Songer™ Cable System ([K925812](/device/K925812.md)) ## 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. 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}------------------------------------------------ # SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS CFIX™ Cable System DEC 1 9 1997 | I. | General Information | K974020 | |----|--------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | | Classification Name: | 87 Orthopedics - Class II as described in 21 CFR
888.3010 for Bone Fixation Cerclage (product code
JDQ) and also Class II as described in 21 CFR 888.3050
for Spinal Interlaminal Fixation Orthosis. | | | Common Name: | Metallic Bone Fixation Appliance or Cable | | | Device Trade Name: | CFIX™ Cable System | | | Classification Code: | This device has been placed in Class II by the
Orthopedics Panel. | | | Submitter's Name & Address: | Spinal Concepts, Inc.
8200 Cameron Road, Suite B-160
Austin, Texas 78754 U.S.A.
(512) 339-4800 | | | Establishment Registration No: | 1649384 | | | | Contact Person:
Teena M. Augostino
Director, Clinical and Regulatory Affairs | | | Summary Preparation Date: | October 20, 1997 | #### II. Predicate Device The Spinal Concepts, Inc. CFIX™ Cable System is claimed to be substantially equivalent in material, design, and function to the Songer™ Cable System K925812. #### III. Device Description The Spinal Concepts, Inc. CFIX™ Cable System consists of a flexible, multi strand medical grade titanium alloy cable and an adjustable cam/block assembly which is used to lock the cable securely in place. Flats on the head of the cam fit within an opening in the cam block formed by two "deflectable" ribs on the proximal end of the device. This configuration aligns the cam in the open position such that the cable may be threaded through with minimal resistance. A smooth cable leader allows for easy threading through the cam/block while a titanium ball welded at the other end of the cable functions as a stop when it engages with the cam/block. This ball end provides the surgeon with the option of final tensioning using a single cable end or both ends, as desired. A re-usable Cable Tensioner is used to stabilize the cam/block and hold one or both cable ends while tensioning the cable into place. In addition, the Cable Tensioner is designed to accept a T-Handled hex wrench, which is inserted through a hollow barrel in the {1}------------------------------------------------ instrument, for engagement with the cam. By turning the hex wrench, the cam is rotated 90 degrees within the block and locks the cable into place. The cam/block locking mechanism is designed to "snap" and provides the surgeon with tangible tactile confirmation that the cam has been rotated and locked. Once the cable is locked securely in place, cable cutters are used to cut the cable ends flush with the cam/block assembly. #### IV. Sterilization The CFIX™ Cable System implants may be provided sterile or non-sterile. Both implants and instrumentation must be sterilized prior to use in accordance with recommended sterilization parameters described in the package insert in order to achieve a sterility assurance level of 10-6. #### V. Indications for Use The Spinal Concepts, Inc. (SCI™) CFIX™ Cable System is a temporary implant for use in orthopedic and cardiovascular surgery. The system is intended to provide temporary stabilization as a bone anchor during the development of solid bony fusion and aid in the repair of bone fractures. The indications for use include, but are not limited to the following applications: - Spinal trauma surgery, used in sublaminar, interspinours or facet wiring し、 techniques: - 2. Spinal reconstructive surgery, incorporated into constructs for the purpose of correction of spinal deformities such as scoliosis, kyphosis. spondylolisthesis, etc .: - Spinal denerative surgery, as an adjunct to spinal fusions; 3. - Orthopedic trauma surgery, to secure fractures of the olecranon, patella, 4. femur, humerus, etc. Cables may also be used to reduce and secure dislocations of the acromioclavicular joint; - 5. Orthopaedic reconstructive surgery, to reattach the greater trochanter after trochanteric osteotomy during total hip arthroplasty; - 6. Cardiovascular surgery for closure of the sternum following sternotomy: and - 7. Oral surgery, to repair and fix fractures of the mandible and other facial fractures. The CFIX™ Cable System may also be used in conjunction with other medical implant grade implants made of titanium alloy (e.g. Luque rods) whenever "wiring" may help secure the attachment of other implants. {2}------------------------------------------------ ### Substantial Equivalence VI. | Product | Material | System Components | Function/Design | Indications | |------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | SCI CFIXTM Cable System | Ti-6AL-4V ELI
(ASTM F-136)

Unalloyed
Titanium cable
leader (ASTM
F-1431 – not
implanted) | Multifilament Cable
(18" & 24")
Cam block | Flexible
stranded
titanium cable
– “ball” stop
on one end and
cable leader on
other – with
cam block
locking
mechanism. | The indications for use of the CFIXTM
Cable System is to cerclage and attach
various objects, which include, but are not
limited to the following applications:
1.Spinal trauma surgery, used in
sublaminar, interspinours or facet wiring
techniques;
2.Spinal reconstructive surgery,
incorporated into constructs for the
purpose of correction of spinal deformities
such as scoliosis, kyphosis,
spondylolisthesis, etc.;
3.Spinal denerative surgery, as an adjunct
to spinal fusions;
4.Orthopedic trauma surgery, to secure
fractures of the olecranon, patella, femur,
humerus, etc. Cables may also be used to
reduce and secure dislocations of the
acromioclavicular joint;
5.Orthopaedic reconstructive surgery, to
reattach the greater trochanter after
trochanteric osteotomy during total hip
arthroplasty;
6.Cardiovascular surgery for closure of the
sternum following sternotomy; and
7.Oral surgery, to repair and fix fractures
of the mandible and other facial fractures.

The CFIXTM Cable System may also be
used in conjunction with other medical
implant grade implants made of titanium
alloy (e.g. Luque rods) whenever “wiring”
may help secure the attachment of other
implants. | | SongerTM
Cable System
K925812
(K920201,
K922952 and
K941213 for
the SongerTM
Cable System
may apply in
part as well | Ti-6AL-4V ELI
(ASTM F-136) | Multifilament
Cable (single &
double) with crimp
at end, bars (one,
two hole, flat and
barrel shaped) | Flexible,
stranded
titanium cable
– crimp on one
end and stiff
leader on other
– with bar
locking
mechanism | Properly used, this device will aid in the
repair or attachment of bony structures.
The Songer Cable system can be utilized
anywhere mono-filament wire has been
previously found to be indicated. Such
indications might include, but are not
limited to: 1.Spinal applications would
include sublaminar and intraspinous
process wiring for trauma applications.
Another application would be the use of
the Songer Cable system for
instrumentation involved in the correction
of scoliosis, kyphosis and lordosis
deformities...
2. Trochanteric reattachment after
trochanteric osteotomy following total hip
arthroplasty.
3.Sternotomy indications would include
the “re-wiring” of osteotomized sternums.
4. Trauma surgery indications would
include olecranon, ankle, patella and some
shoulder fracture rewiring. | {3}------------------------------------------------ #### VII. Mechanical Testing Static tension and fatigue strength testing demonstrated that the CFIX™ Cable System is suited for its intended use. #### VIII. Conclusion The CFIX™ Cable System is considered to be substantially equivalent in design, material and function to the Songer™ Cable System (K925812). {4}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/4/Picture/1 description: The image is a black and white logo for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The logo features a stylized caduceus, which is a symbol often associated with medicine and healthcare. The words "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES • USA" are arranged in a circular pattern around the caduceus. Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 DEC 19 1997 Ms. Teena M. Augostino Director, Regulatory and Clinical Affairs Spinal Concepts, Inc. 8200 Cameron Road, Suite B-160 Austin, Texas 78754 Re: K974020 Spinal Concepts CFIX™ Cable System Regulatory Class: II Product Code: JDQ Dated: October 20, 1997 Received: October 22, 1997 Dear Ms. Augostino: 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 regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, 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 Requlation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) 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 requlations. {5}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 - Ms. Teena M. Augostino 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 requlation (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 advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html". Sincerely yours, Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M ia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {6}------------------------------------------------ ## INDICATION FOR USE STATEMENT Page 1 of 1 510(k) Number (if known): Spinal Concepts, Inc. CFIX™ Cable System Device Name: The Spinal Concepts, Inc. (SCI™) CFIX™ Cable System is a temporary Indications for Use: implant for use in orthopedic and cardiovascular surgery. The system is intended to provide temporary stabilization as a bone anchor during the development of solid bony fusion and aid in the repair of bone fractures. The indications for use include, but are not limited to the following applications: - 1. Spinal trauma surgery, used in sublaminar, interspinous or facet wiring techniques: - Spinal reconstructive surgery, incorporated into constructs for the 2. purpose of correction of spinal deformities such as scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis, etc .; - 3. Spinal degenerative surgery, as an adjunct to spinal fusions; - 4. Orthopedic trauma surgery, to secure fractures of the olecranon, patella, femur, humerus, etc. Cables may also be used to reduce and secure dislocations of the acromioclavicular joint; - న. Orthopaedic reconstructive surgery, to reattach the greater trochanter after trochanteric osteotomy during total hip arthroplasty; - 6. Cardiovascular surgery for closure of the sternum following sternotomy; and - 7. Oral surgery, to repair and fix fractures of the mandible and other facial fractures. The CFIX™ Cable System may also be used in conjunction with other medical implant grade implants made of titanium alloy (e.g. Luque rods) whenever "wiring" may help secure the attachment of other implants. (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) | Prescription Use: |
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