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# DISTAL RADIO-ULNAR JOINT IMPLANT (K082839)
_Aptis Medical, LLC · KXE · Oct 24, 2008 · Orthopedic · SESE_
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## Device Facts
- **Applicant:** Aptis Medical, LLC
- **Product Code:** [KXE](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/KXE.md)
- **Decision Date:** Oct 24, 2008
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Special
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3810
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Orthopedic
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic
## Indications for Use
Aptis Medical Distal Radio Ulnar Head implant is intended for replacement of the distal radioulnar joint following ulnar head resection arthroplasty: Replacement of the distal ulnar head for rheumatoid, degenerative, or post-traumatic arthritis presenting with the following findings: Pain and weakness of the wrist joint not improved by non-operative treatment Instability of the ulnar head with radiographic evidence of dislocation or erosive changes of the distal radioulnar joint Failed ulnar head resection; eg. Darrach resection Primary replacement after fracture of the ulnar head or neck. Revision following failed ulnar head arthroplasty.
## Device Story
Distal Radio-Ulnar Joint (DRUJ) implant; semi-constrained prosthesis for replacement of distal ulnar head. Surgical implantation into intramedullary canal of distal ulna; screw fixation to distal radius. Used by orthopedic surgeons in clinical/OR settings. Device restores joint function following resection arthroplasty, fracture, or failed prior arthroplasty; alleviates pain and instability; improves wrist joint mechanics.
## Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided; substantial equivalence based on design, material, and intended use comparison to predicate device.
## Technological Characteristics
Semi-constrained prosthesis; materials: Cobalt-Chrome (Co-Cr), Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE), Commercially Pure Titanium (CPTi). Fixation: intramedullary stem and screw fixation to distal radius. Single-use; surgical implant.
## Regulatory Identification
A wrist joint ulnar (hemi-wrist) polymer prosthesis is a mushroom-shaped device made of a medical grade silicone elastomer or ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene intended to be implanted into the intramedullary canal of the bone and held in place by a suture. Its purpose is to cover the resected end of the distal ulna to control bone overgrowth and to provide an articular surface for the radius and carpus.
## Predicate Devices
- Distal Radio-Ulnar Joint Implant ([K082839](/device/K082839.md))
## Submission Summary (Full Text)
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### 510 (k) Summary
Summary of 510 (k) safety and effectiveness information upon which the substantial equivalence determination is based:
OCT 2 4 2008
| Prepared: | September 24, 2008 |
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| Applicant: | Aptis Medical, LLC
3602 Glenview Ave
Glenview, KY 40025 |
| Telephone | 502-523-6738 |
| Fax | 502-425-7422 |
| Device Name: | Wrist joint ulnar (hemi-wrist) prosthesis |
| Device Trade Name: | Distal Radio-Ulnar Joint Implant |
| Device Classification: | Class II |
| Reviewing Panel: | Orthopedic |
| Regulation Number | 888.3810 |
| Product Code: | 87 KXE |
| Original Predicate Device: | Distal Radio-Ulnar Joint Implant |
| Registration Number: | 3004521401 |
| Owner Operator Number: | 9054354 |
#### Device Description:
The ulnar head implant like the predicate device includes various sizes of implants and surgical instruments. The implant allows for replacement of the distal ulnar head.
## Indications for Use:
Aptis Medical Distal Radio Ulnar Head implant is intended for replacement of the distal radioulnar joint following ulnar head resection arthroplasty:
- Replacement of the distal ulnar head for rheumatoid, degenerative, or post-traumatic . arthritis presenting with the following findings:
- Pain and weakness of the wrist joint not improved by non-operative treatment .
- Instability of the ulnar head with radiographic evidence of dislocation or . erosive changes of the distal radioulnar joint
- Failed ulnar head resection; eg. Darrach resection .
- Primary replacement after fracture of the ulnar head or neck. .
- Revision following failed ulnar head arthroplasty. .
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Comparison to the Original Predicate Device:
The legally marketed predicate device to which this device is substantially equivalent is the same device, the Aptis Medical Distal Radio-Ulnar Joint Implant
Regulatory Class: II 87 KXE Product Code:
Comparison of original Aptis Medical Distal Radioulnar Joint to the new configuration the additional stem lengths and diameters.
Comparison of current Aptis Medical Distal Radioulnar Joint to the modified device.
| Item | Current Aptis Product | Proposed Modifications |
|---------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Product Name | Distal Radioulnar Joint Implant | Distal Radioulnar Joint Implant |
| Use | Single use | Single use |
| Fixation | stem in intramedullary canal, screw fixation to the distal radius | stem in intramedullary canal, screw fixation to the distal radius |
| Constraint | Semi constrained | Semi constrained |
| Material | Co-Cr, UHMWPE, CPTi | Co-Cr, UHMWPE, CPTi |
| Sizes | 2 sizes, 20, 30, body
25 size stems | 2 sizes, 20, 30, body
25 size stems |
| Indications for use | Aptis Medical Distal Radio Ulnar Head implant is intended for replacement of the distal radioulnar joint following ulnar head resection arthroplasty:
Replacement of the distal ulnar head for rheumatoid, degenerative, or post-traumatic arthritis presenting with the following findings:
Pain and weakness of the wrist joint not improved by non-operative treatment
Instability of the ulnar head with radiographic evidence of dislocation or erosive changes of the distal radioulnar joint
Failed ulnar head resection; eg. Darrach resection
Primary replacement after fracture of the ulnar head or neck.
Revision following failed ulnar head arthroplasty. | Aptis Medical Distal Radio Ulnar Head implant is intended for replacement of the distal radioulnar joint following ulnar head resection arthroplasty:
Replacement of the distal ulnar head for rheumatoid, degenerative, or post-traumatic arthritis presenting with the following findings:
Pain and weakness of the wrist joint not improved by non-operative treatment
Instability of the ulnar head with radiographic evidence of dislocation or erosive changes of the distal radioulnar joint
Failed ulnar head resection; eg. Darrach resection
Primary replacement after fracture of the ulnar head or neck.
Revision following failed ulnar head arthroplasty. |
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Similarities of the Aptis Medical DRUJ and the slightly modified Aptis Medical DRUJ include;
Both devices are intended for single use only; both devices are intended for surgical implantation longer than 30 days; both devices are placed into the intramedullary canal of the distal ulna; both devices are made of the same industry standard materials. No new materials are introduced in either product; both devices are comparably sized; both devices have the identical indications for use.
Summary:
The device and the predicate device have the same design characteristics and intended use. The new device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Aptis Medical, LLC % Mr. Bryan Babb 3602 Glenview Avenue Glenview, Kentucky 40025
OCT 2 4 2008
Re: K082839
Trade/Device Name: Distal Radio-Ulnar Joint Implant Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3810 Regulation Name: Wrist joint ulnar (hemi-wrist) polymer prosthesis Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KXE Dated: September 24, 2008 Received: September 26, 2008
Dear Mr. Babb:
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.
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
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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 Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding postmarket surveillance, please contact CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometric's (OSB's) Division of Postmarket Surveillance at (240) 276-3474. For questions regarding the reporting of device adverse events (Medical Device Reporting (MDR)), please contact the Division of Surveillance Systems at (240) 276-3464. You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (240) 276-3150 or the Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely yours,
Mark W. Milliman
Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
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# 510 (k) Number (If Known): K 082839 Device Name: Distal Radio Ulnar Head Implant
## Indications for Use:
Aptis Medical Distal Radio Ulnar Head implant is intended for replacement of the distal radioulnar joint following ulnar head resection arthroplasty:
- Replacement of the distal ulnar head for rheumatoid, degenerative, or post-. traumatic arthritis presenting with the following findings:
- Pain and weakness of the wrist joint not improved by non-operative . treatment
- Instability of the ulnar head with radiographic evidence of dislocation . or erosive changes of the distal radioulnar joint
- Failed ulnar head resection; eg. Darrach resection .
- Primary replacement after fracture of the ulnar head or neck. ●
- Revision following failed ulnar head arthroplasty. ●
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082839
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