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# DURACON CS LIPPED EXTRA SMALL TIBIAL INSERT (K023724)

_Howmedica Osteonics Corp. · JWH · Feb 3, 2003 · Orthopedic · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
- **Product Code:** [JWH](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/JWH.md)
- **Decision Date:** Feb 3, 2003
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3560
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Orthopedic
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Intended Use

The Duracon® CS (Condylar Stabilizing) Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert is intended to be used with Duracon® Extra Small Universal and Cruciform tibial baseplates, Duracon® Cruciate Retaining femoral components and Duracon® patellar components as part of a total knee system in primary cemented total knee arthroplasty. These inserts are intended to be used in cases where there is destruction of the joint surfaces with or without bone deformity, where the cruciate ligaments are inadequate, not present, or cannot be preserved during the operative procedure, especially when anterior-posterior stability is impaired due to absence of the patella. The collateral ligaments should be intact if this insert is utilized. This tibial insert may also be used in situations where the posterior cruciate ligament is present - its geometry will accommodate that ligament.

## Device Story

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene tibial insert; component of Duracon® Total Knee System. Used in primary cemented total knee arthroplasty; implanted by orthopedic surgeons in clinical settings. Features dished articulating surface for anatomic rollback, flexion-extension, and internal-external rotation; raised anterior eminence provides anterior constraint when posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is absent/non-functional. Geometry accommodates PCL if present. No support post; compatible with Duracon® Condylar Femoral Components, avoiding additional distal femoral bone resection. Provides stability in cases of joint surface destruction or ligamentous inadequacy. Benefits patient through restoration of joint function and stability.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Engineering analyses were performed to characterize the function of the tibial insert and demonstrate substantial equivalence to legally marketed predicate devices.

## Technological Characteristics

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) tibial insert. Available in 9mm, 11mm, 13mm, and 16mm thicknesses. Features dished articulating surface and raised anterior eminence. Designed for use with Duracon® Extra Small Universal/Cruciform baseplates and Duracon® femoral/patellar components. Cemented fixation. No support post.

## Regulatory Identification

A knee joint patellofemorotibial polymer/metal/polymer semi-constrained cemented prosthesis is a device intended to be implanted to replace a knee 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 a tibial component or components and a retropatellar resurfacing component made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene. This generic type of device is limited to those prostheses intended for use with bone cement (§ 888.3027).

## Predicate Devices

- Duracon® Condylar and AP Lipped Tibial Insert

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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510(k)Premarket Notification

K023724

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|                                    | 510(k) Summary                                                                                                | FEB 03 |  |
|------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------|--|
| Submission Information             |                                                                                                               |        |  |
| Name and Address of Sponsor:       | Howmedica Osteonics Corp.  59 Route 17  Allendale, NJ 07401                                                   |        |  |
| For Information contact:           | Margaret F. Crowe  Regulatory Affairs Consultant  Howmedica Osteonics Corp.  59 Route 17  Allendale, NJ 07401 |        |  |
| Device Identification              |                                                                                                               |        |  |
| Proprietary Name:                  | Duracon® CS Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert                                                                  |        |  |
| Common Name:                       | Polyethylene Tibial Insert                                                                                    |        |  |
| Classification Name and Reference: | Knee Joint Patellofemorotibial  Polymer/Metal/Polymer Semi-Constrained  Cemented Prosthesis  21 CFR §888.3560 |        |  |
| Proposed Regulatory Class:         | Class II                                                                                                      |        |  |
| Device Product Code:               | OR(87) JWH  Prosthesis, Knee Patellofemorotibial, Semi-  Constrained, Cemented, Polymer/Metal/ Polymer        |        |  |

Duracon® CS Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert

Confidential

The Duracon® CS (Condylar Stabilizing) Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert is intended to be used with Duracon® Extra Small Universal and Cruciform tibial baseplates, Duracon® Cruciate Retaining femoral components and Duracon® patellar components as part of a total knee system in primary cemented total knee arthroplasty. These inserts are intended to be used in cases where there is destruction of the joint surfaces with or without bone deformity, where the cruciate ligaments are inadequate, not present, or cannot be preserved during the operative procedure, especially when anterior-posterior stability is impaired due to absence of the patella. The collateral ligaments should be intact if this

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insert is utilized. This tibial insert may also be used in situations where the posterior cruciate ligament is present - its geometry will accommodate that ligament. More specific indications and contraindications are listed below:

# Indications

- u Noninflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis or avascular necrosis,
- l Rheumatoid arthritis,
- . Correction of functional deformity,
- Post-traumatic loss of joint anatomy, particularly when there is patello-femoral L erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy; and,
- I Irreparable fracture of the knee

# Contraindications

Absolute contraindications include:

- : Overt infection.
- I Distant foci of infections (which may cause hematogenous spread to the implant site),
- Rapid disease progression as manifested by joint destruction or bone absorption . apparent on roentgenogram,
- 트 Skeletally immature patients
- Cases where there is poor bone stock which would make the procedure unjustifiable, ■

Conditions presenting an increased risk of failure include:

- 피 Uncooperative patient or patient with neurological disorders who is incapable of following instructions.
- 트 Osteoporosis,
- 트 Metabolic disorders which may impair bone formation,
- Osteomalacia, and ■
- " Previous arthrodesis

The subject Duracon® Extra Small CS Lipped Tibial Insert is an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene tibial insert designed to be used with the femoral, tibial, and patellar

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## Duracon® CS Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert Confidential

components of the Duracon® Total Knee System. This insert is available in an extrasmall size in the following thicknesses: 9mm, 11mm, 13mm, and 16mm. The subject insert has a dished articulating surface geometry to provide anatomic rollback, flexionextension and internal-external rotation. The subject tibial insert features a raised anterior eminence designed to provide greater anterior constraint in situations where the posterior cruciate ligament is not present or not functional. This anterior eminence is designed to provide substitution for the posterior cruciate ligament if it is not present or cannot be preserved.

The subject insert does not feature a support post. This allows the Duracon® CS Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert to be used with the Duracon® Condylar Femoral Components. These condylar femoral components do not require the removal of additional bone from the distal surface of the femur. Because this insert does not feature a support post, it may also be used in situations where the posterior cruciate ligament is present. The geometry of the insert will accommodate the PCL if it is present.

The subject Duracon® CS Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert features the same locking mechanism as the previously released Duracon® Condylar and AP Lipped Tibial Insert.

Engineering analyses were presented to characterize the function of the subject tibial insert, and to demonstrate substantial equivalence to other legally marketed devices.

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# FEB 0 3 2003

Ms. Margaret F. Crowe Regulatory Affairs Consultant Howmedica Osteonics Corp. 59 Route 17 Allendale, New Jersey 07401

Re: K023724

Trade/Device Name: Duracon® CS Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3560 Regulation Name: Knee Joint Patellofemorotibial Polymer/Metal/Polymer Semi-constrained Cemented Prosthesis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JWH Dated: November 4, 2002 Received: November 5, 2002

Dear Ms. Crowe:

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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), 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 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); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) 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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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 (301) 594-4639. 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 may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely yours.

for Mark N. Milken

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

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#### Duracon® CS Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert 510(k) Premarket Notification Confidential

510(k) Number (if known): Kのレ3フマイ

- u Device Name: Duracon® CS Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert
The Duracon® CS (Condylar Stabilizing) Lipped Extra Small Tibial Insert is intended to be used with Duracon® Extra Small Universal and Cruciform tibial baseplates, Duracon® Cruciate Retaining femoral components and Duracon® patellar components as part of a total knee system in primary cemented total knee arthroplasty. These inserts are intended to be used in cases where there is destruction of the joint surfaces with or without bone deformity, where the cruciate ligaments are inadequate, not present, or cannot be preserved during the operative procedure, especially when anterior-posterior stability is impaired due to absence of the patella. The collateral ligaments should be intact if this insert is utilized. This tibial insert may also be used in situations where the posterior cruciate ligament is present - its geometry will accommodate that ligament. More specific indications and contraindications are listed below:

### Indications

- Noninflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis, traumatic 트
- arthritis or avascular necrosis,
- 비 Rheumatoid arthritis,
- 1 Correction of functional deformity,
- Post-traumatic loss of joint anatomy, particularly when there is patello-femoral 제 erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy; and,
- Irreparable fracture of the knee

### Contraindications

Absolute contraindications include:

- . Overt infection.
- 제 Distant foci of infections (which may cause hematogenous spread to the implant site),

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- Rapid disease progression as manifested by joint destruction or bone absorption 제 apparent on roentgenogram,
- Skeletally immature patients l
- Cases where there is poor bone stock which would make the procedure unjustifiable, u

Conditions presenting an increased risk of failure include:

- Uncooperative patient or patient with neurological disorders who is incapable of . following instructions,
- . Osteoporosis,
- Metabolic disorders which may impair bone formation, ■
- Osteomalacia, and
- 비 Previous arthrodesis

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