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# Palisade™ Pedicular Fixation System (K171438)

_Spineology, Inc. · NKB · Jun 2, 2017 · Orthopedic · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Spineology, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [NKB](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/NKB.md)
- **Decision Date:** Jun 2, 2017
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Special
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3070
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Orthopedic
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Intended Use

The Spineology Palisade™ Pedicular Fixation System is intended for posterical fixation as an adjunct to fusion in skeletally mature patients for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies) spondylolisthesis; trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation); spinal stenosis; curvatures (i.e., scoliosis and/or lordosis); tumor; pseudoarthrosis; and/or failed previous fusion.

## Device Story

Palisade Pedicular Fixation System provides spinal segment immobilization; used as adjunct to fusion. System components include titanium alloy screws (optionally hydroxyapatite-coated), cobalt chrome rods, and titanium alloy connectors. Surgeon implants system to treat thoracic, lumbar, and sacral instabilities or deformities. Device allows various pedicle screw trajectories. Submission adds non-sterile, reusable surgical instrumentation for optional guidewire-free percutaneous access and 4.75mm cobalt chrome straight rods. Used in clinical/surgical settings by surgeons. Output is physical stabilization of spinal segments; aids in patient recovery from spinal pathologies.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Verification included Sawbones lab for new instrumentation, implant/inserter interface verification, drawing verification, and sterilization/packaging/shelf-life validation.

## Technological Characteristics

System components: titanium alloy screws, cobalt chrome rods, titanium alloy connectors. Screws available with/without hydroxyapatite coating. Percutaneous access instrumentation. Sterilization: adoption of existing validated methods. Connectivity: N/A (mechanical implant system).

## Regulatory Identification

(1) Rigid pedicle screw systems are comprised of multiple components, made from a variety of materials that allow the surgeon to build an implant system to fit the patient's anatomical and physiological requirements. Such a spinal implant assembly consists of a combination of screws, longitudinal members (e.g., plates, rods including dual diameter rods, plate/rod combinations), transverse or cross connectors, and interconnection mechanisms (e.g., rod-to-rod connectors, offset connectors).(2) Semi-rigid systems are defined as systems that contain one or more of the following features (including but not limited to): Non-uniform longitudinal elements, or features that allow more motion or flexibility compared to rigid systems.

## Special Controls

*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls), when intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine: severe spondylolisthesis (grades 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebra; degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment; fracture; dislocation; scoliosis; kyphosis; spinal tumor; and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis). These pedicle screw spinal systems must comply with the following special controls:(i) Compliance with material standards;
(ii) Compliance with mechanical testing standards;
(iii) Compliance with biocompatibility standards; and
(iv) Labeling that contains these two statements in addition to other appropriate labeling information:
 “Warning: The safety and effectiveness of pedicle screw spinal systems have been established only for spinal conditions with significant mechanical instability or deformity requiring fusion with instrumentation. These conditions are significant mechanical instability or deformity of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine secondary to severe spondylolisthesis (grades 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebra, degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis). The safety and effectiveness of these devices for any other conditions are unknown.”
“Precaution: The implantation of pedicle screw spinal systems should be performed only by experienced spinal surgeons with specific training in the use of this pedicle screw spinal system because this is a technically demanding procedure presenting a risk of serious injury to the patient.”
(2) Class II (special controls), when a rigid pedicle screw system is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of degenerative disc disease and spondylolisthesis other than either severe spondylolisthesis (grades 3 and 4) at L5-S1 or degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment. These pedicle screw systems must comply with the following special controls:
(i) The design characteristics of the device, including engineering schematics, must ensure that the geometry and material composition are consistent with the intended use.
(ii) Non-clinical performance testing must demonstrate the mechanical function and durability of the implant.
(iii) Device components must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(iv) Validation testing must demonstrate the cleanliness and sterility of, or the ability to clean and sterilize, the device components and device-specific instruments.
(v) Labeling must include the following:
(A) A clear description of the technological features of the device including identification of device materials and the principles of device operation;
(B) Intended use and indications for use, including levels of fixation;
(C) Identification of magnetic resonance (MR) compatibility status;
(D) Cleaning and sterilization instructions for devices and instruments that are provided non-sterile to the end user; and
(E) Detailed instructions of each surgical step, including device removal.
(3) Class II (special controls), when a semi-rigid system is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine as an adjunct to fusion for any indication. In addition to complying with the special controls in paragraphs (b)(2)(i) through (v) of this section, these pedicle screw systems must comply with the following special controls:
(i) Demonstration that clinical performance characteristics of the device support the intended use of the product, including assessment of fusion compared to a clinically acceptable fusion rate.
(ii) Semi-rigid systems marketed prior to the effective date of this reclassification must submit an amendment to their previously cleared premarket notification (510(k)) demonstrating compliance with the special controls in paragraphs (b)(2)(i) through (v) and paragraph (b)(3)(i) of this section.

## Predicate Devices

- Palisade™ Pedicular Fixation System ([K170266](/device/K170266.md))

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

June 2, 2017

Spineology Inc. Ms. Jacqueline A. Hauge Regulatory Affairs Manager 7800 3rd Street North. Suite 600 Saint Paul, Minnesota 55128

Re: K171438

Trade/Device Name: Palisade™ Pedicular Fixation System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3070 Regulation Name: Thoracolumbosacral pedicle screw system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NKB Dated: May 15, 2017 Received: May 16, 2017

Dear Ms. Hauge:

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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.

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# Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K171438

Device Name Palisade™ Pedicular Fixation System

### Indications for Use (Describe)

The Spineology Palisade™ Pedicular Fixation System is intended for posterical fixation as an adjunct to fusion in skeletally mature patients for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies) spondylolisthesis; trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation); spinal stenosis; curvatures (i.e., scoliosis and/or lordosis); tumor; pseudoarthrosis; and/or failed previous fusion.

| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)                               |  |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--|
| <div> <span> </span>    Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)   </div> |  |
| <div> <span> </span>    Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)   </div>  |  |

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# 510(k) Summary

| Date Prepared:  | May 31, 2017                                                                                                                  |
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| Submitter:      | Spineology Inc.<br>7800 3rd Street North<br>Suite 600<br>Saint Paul, MN 55128<br>Establishment Registration Number: 2135156   |
| Contact Person: | Jacqueline A. Hauge<br>Regulatory Affairs Manager<br>Phone: 651.256.8534<br>Fax: 651.256.8505<br>Email: jhauge@spineology.com |

### Device Name and Classification

| Trade Names:         | Palisade™ Pedicular Fixation System     |
|----------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| Common Name:         | Thoracolumbosacral Pedicle Screw System |
| Classification Name: | Orthosis, Spinal Pedicle Fixation       |
| Product Codes:       | NKB                                     |
| Regulatory Class:    | Class II                                |
| Regulation Number:   | 21 CFR 888.3070                         |
| Panel:               | Orthopedic                              |

### Predicate Device

Primary: K170266 Palisade™ Pedicular Fixation System (Spineology Inc.)

#### A. Purpose of Submission

The purpose of this submission is to obtain FDA clearance for the addition of non-sterile, reusable surgical instrumentation to allow an optional alternative percutaneous method of access to the spine. Currently, the Palisade System incorporates surgical instrumentation which facilitates percutaneous access to the spine via placement of a guidewire to maintain surgical trajectory for the introduction of a pedicle screw. The additional surgical instrumentation allows the option to omit use of a guidewire for percutaneous placement of a pedicle screw.

This submission also seeks FDA clearance for the addition of 4.75mm cobalt chrome Straight Rods in lengths of 100mm to 200mm to the Palisade System.

#### B. Device Description

The Spineology Palisade Pedicular Fixation System consists of screws (titanium alloy), curved and straight rods (cobalt chrome), adjustable Connex Cross Connector (titanium alloy), and fixed ConneX Rod Connector (titanium alloy) devices to allow the surgeon to build an implant system to fit the patient's anatomical and physiological requirements. Palisade screws are available with or without a hydroxyapatite coating. The system is intended to provide immobilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine. The screws can be placed in the pedicles in a variety of trajectories ranging from the standard anatomic transpedicular path projected medially toward the ventral vertebral body, to a caudocephalad path sagittally and a laterally directed path in the transverse plane.

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#### C. Indications for Use

The Spineology Palisade™ Pedicular Fixation System is intended for posterior, non-cervical fixation as an adjunct to fusion in skeletally mature patients for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies) spondylolisthesis; trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation); spinal stenosis; curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis and/or lordosis); tumor; pseudoarthrosis; and/or failed previous fusion.

#### D. Comparison to Predicate

When compared to the predicate device, the modified Palisade System has the same:

- Intended Use
- Indications for Use
- Fundamental Scientific Technology
- . Principle of Operation
- E. Non-Clinical Testing
- Device Design
- Materials of Construction
- Primary Method of Access (Percutaneous)
- Spineology conducted a risk assessment for the additional surgical instruments and 4.75mm Straight Rod devices. Based on the risk assessment, the following non-clinical verifications and product adoptions were performed:

# Modified Surgical Technique (Instruments)

- Sawbones Verification Lab
- Drawing Verification
- Sterilization Adoption
- Surgical Technique Guide Update ●

# Straight Rods (Implants)

- Implant/Inserter Interface Verification
- Drawing Verification
- Sterilization Adoption
- Packaging and Shelf Life Adoption

#### F. Conclusion

Based on the same indications for use, similar technological characteristics, and comparison to the predicate device, the modified Palisade System has been shown to be substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate device.

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