← Product Code [KWI](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/KWI) · K012551 # LIVERPOOL RADIAL HEAD REPLACEMENT DEVICE (K012551) _Biomet, Inc. · KWI · Jan 30, 2002 · Orthopedic · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/KWI/K012551 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Biomet, Inc. - **Product Code:** [KWI](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/KWI.md) - **Decision Date:** Jan 30, 2002 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3170 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Orthopedic - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Intended Use The Liverpool Radial Head Replacement Device is intended for: - 1) Replacement of the radial head for degenerative or post-traumatic disabilities presenting pain, creptation, and decreased motion at the radio-humeral and/or proximal radio-ulnar joint with: - a) Joint destruction and/or subluxation visible on x-ray - b) Resistance to conservative treatment - 2) Primary replacement after fracture of the radial head - 3) Symptomatic sequelae after radial head resection - 4) Revision following failed radial head arthroplasty The device is intended for single use with bone cement. ## Device Story Liverpool Radial Head Replacement Device; cobalt alloy hemi-prosthesis; replaces radial head in radio-humeral/proximal radio-ulnar joints. Features tapered stem for intramedullary canal insertion; polished concave articulating surface; roughened surface for bone cement fixation. Available in multiple sizes (16mm, 18mm diameters; varying head heights). Used by orthopedic surgeons in clinical/surgical settings. Provides structural replacement for damaged radial heads; restores joint function; alleviates pain/disability associated with fractures or degenerative conditions. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided. ## Technological Characteristics Cobalt alloy hemi-prosthesis; tapered stem; polished concave articulating surface; roughened surface for cement fixation. Single-use; requires bone cement. Dimensions: 16mm and 18mm diameters; head heights 14-24mm. ## Regulatory Identification An elbow joint radial (hemi-elbow) polymer prosthesis is a device intended to be implanted made of medical grade silicone elastomer used to replace the proximal end of the radius. ## Predicate Devices - Radial Head Surface ([K002644](/device/K002644.md)) - Modular Radial Head ([K991915](/device/K991915.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}------------------------------------------------ JAN 3 0 2002 012551 page 1 of 1 HEADQUARTERS CORPORATE ## Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Applicant/Sponsor: Biomet Orthopedics, Inc. 56 Bell East Drive P.O. Box 587 Warsaw, Indiana 46581-0587 Patricia Sandborn Beres Contact Person: Telephone: (574) 267-6639 Proprietary Name: Liverpool Radial Head Replacement Device Common Name: Elbow hemi-prosthesis Classification Name: Elbow joint radial (hemi-elbow) polymer prosthesis (21 CFR 888.3170) Legally Marketed Devices to Which Substantial Equivalence Is Claimed: Radial Head Surface Legaly Marketed Devices to Which Gubalantar Equivalent (Avanta Orthop., Inc., K002644) and Modular Radial Head (Wright Medical Tech. Inc., K991915) Device Description: The Biomat Liverpool Radial Head Replacement Device Is a one-prese cobalt alloy Device Description. The Gioner Elverpoor road. The tapered stem is centeried into the surface to article intramedialy canal of the regions, the stem and the a highly pollished concave surface to anticulated by a Intramedulary canal of the radios. The enticulating surface, the device is roughened by a with the flatural bother of the runers. Except for the artealers, 16mm and 18mm. The 16mm device one of the Mebroond "" Coaling." The Good is available in the form. The 18mm device has a stem longth of 32.76mm and head heights that vary from 14 to 24mm. Intended Use: The Liverpool Radial Head Replacement Device is intended for: - Ba Use. The Elverpool Natian Noplasonians or post-traumatic disabilities presenting pain, creplation, 1) replacement of the radio-humeral and/or proximal radio-ulnar joint with: - Joint destruction and/or subluxation visible on x-ray a) - Resistance to conservative treatment b) - Primary replacement after fracture of the radial head - 2) Symptomatic sequelae after radial head resection 3) - Revision following failed radial head arthroplasty 4) The device is intended for single use with bone cement. Summary of Technologies: The technological characteristics (materials, design, sizng, and indications) of the Liverpool Radial Head Replacement Device are similar to or Identical to the predicate devices. Non-Clinical Testing and Clinical Testing: none provided as a basis of substantial equivalence MAILING ADDRESS P.O. Box 587 Warsaw, IN 46581-0587 SHIPPING ADDRESS 56 E. Bell Drive Warsaw, IN 46582 1 OFFICE 219.267.6639 FAX 219.267.8137 E-MAIL blomet@biomet.com {1}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/1/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The logo is circular and contains the words "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - USA" around the top half of the circle. Inside the circle is an abstract symbol that resembles an eagle or bird in flight, composed of three curved lines. Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 JAN 3 0 2002 Ms. Patricia Sandborn Beres Senior Regulatory Specialist Biomet P. O. Box 587 Warsaw, Indiana 46581-0587 Re: K012551 Trade Name: Liverpool Radial Head Replacement Device Regulation Number: 888.3170 Regulation Name: Elbow joint radial (hemi-elbow) polymer prosthesis Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KWI Dated: December 3, 2001 Received: December 4, 2001 Dear Ms. Beres: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket 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) 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. {2}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 - Ms. Beres Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not Please be advised that PDA 3 issualled of a basetainter ice complies with other requirements mean that I DA has made a decommistered by other Federal agencies. of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. of the Act of ally I edelar statutes and rogarments, including, but not limited to: registration You must comply with an the Fee s requirements (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice allu listing (21 CFR Part 607), labality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if requirents as set fortif in the quality is a control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) This letter will anow you to objall made . Premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a premiarket notification. The PDF mising or 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 II you desire specific advice for your acvices diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of additionally 21 OFF 2 01 1 94-4659. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and Compliance at (301) 591 -1659. Free of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. advertising of your arregulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket Also, please note the regulation only of ther general information on your responsibilities under notheation (210) It Full 0011) - Division of Small Manufacturers, International and the Act may be obtained from the DP Hoston of (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html Sincerely yours, Sincerely yours, Mark McMullen 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 {3}------------------------------------------------ ## 510(k) Number (if known): K012551 ## Device Name: Liverpool Radial Head Replacement Device ## Indications For Use: The Liverpool Radial Head Replacement Device is intended for: - 1) Replacement of the radial head for degenerative or post-traumatic disabilities presenting pain, creptation, and decreased motion at the radio-humeral and/or proximal radio-ulnar joint with: - a) Joint destruction and/or subluxation visible on x-ray - b) Resistance to conservative treatment - 2) Primary replacement after fracture of the radial head - 3) Symptomatic sequelae after radial head resection - 4) Revision following failed radial head arthroplasty The device is intended for single use with bone cement. 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