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# NuVasive® Reline® 4.5-5.0 System (K190636)

_Nu Vasive, Incorporated · NKB · Oct 19, 2019 · Orthopedic · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Nu Vasive, Incorporated
- **Product Code:** [NKB](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/NKB.md)
- **Decision Date:** Oct 19, 2019
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3070
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Orthopedic
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic, Pediatric

## Intended Use

When used as a pedicle screw fixation system, the NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the posterior thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine: 1. Degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies) 2. Degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment 3. Fracture 4. Dislocation 5. Scoliosis 6. Kyphosis 7. Spinal tumor and/or 8. Failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis) The Nu Vasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is also indicated for the treatment of severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) of the LS-S1 vertebral joint in skeletally mature patients receiving fusion by autogenous bone graft, having the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (L3 to sacrum), with removal of the implants of a solid fusion. When used as an anterolateral non-pedicle screw system in the thoracic and lumbar spine, the NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is also intended for the following indications: 1. Degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies) 2. Spinal stenosis 3. Spondylolisthesis 4. Spinal deformities 5. Fracture 6. Pseudoarthosis 7. Tumor resection and/or 8. Failed previous fusion When used for posterior non-cervical screw fixation in pediatric patients, NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is indicated as an adjunct to fusion to treat adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Additionally, the Nu Vasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is intended to treat pediatric patients diagnosed with the following conditions: spondylolysis, and fracture caused by tumor and/or trauma. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach and is intended to be used with autograft and/or allograft. In order to achieve additional levels of fixation, the NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System rods may be connected to the Armada System.

## Device Story

Pedicle screw system consisting of screws, hooks, rods, lock screws, transverse connectors, and rod-to-rod connectors; used for spinal immobilization and stabilization. Modular screw design allows rigid locking in various configurations to match patient anatomy/pathology. Operated by surgeons in clinical settings; provides mechanical support to spinal segments as an adjunct to fusion. Rods compatible with Armada System for additional fixation levels. Benefits include stabilization of spinal segments in acute/chronic instabilities or deformities.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical data. Bench testing only: Dynamic Flexion-Extension Moment Testing per ASTM F1798.

## Technological Characteristics

Pedicle screw system; modular screw design; components include screws, hooks, rods, connectors. Materials and function equivalent to predicate. Testing performed per ASTM F1798.

## 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

- NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System ([K170126](/device/K170126.md))
- DePuy Spine Expedium Spine System ([K090230](/device/K090230.md))

## Reference Devices

- Armada System

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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October 19, 2019

NuVasive, Incorporated Ms. Ivanna Lopez Specialist, Regulatory Affairs 7475 Lusk Boulevard San Diego, California 92121

Re: K190636

Trade/Device Name: NuVasive® Reline® 4.5-5.0 System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3070 Regulation Name: Thoracolumbosacral pedicle screw system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NKB, KWP, KWQ Dated: September 16, 2019 Received: September 17, 2019

Dear Ms. Lopez:

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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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.

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801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.

For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).

Sincerely,

Ronald P. Jean, Ph.D. Director (Acting) DHT6B: Division of Spinal Devices OHT6: Office of Orthopedic Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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# Indications for Use

### 510(k) Number (if known) K190636

Device Name NuVasive® Reline® 4.5-5.0 System

### Indications for Use (Describe)

When used as a pedicle screw fixation system, the NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the posterior thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine:

1. Degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies)

- 2. Degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment
- 3. Fracture
- 4. Dislocation
- 5. Scoliosis
- 6. Kyphosis
- 7. Spinal tumor and/or
- 8. Failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis)

The Nu Vasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is also indicated for the treatment of severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) of the LS-S1 vertebral joint in skeletally mature patients receiving fusion by autogenous bone graft, having the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (L3 to sacrum), with removal of the implants of a solid fusion.

When used as an anterolateral non-pedicle screw system in the thoracic and lumbar spine, the NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is also intended for the following indications:

1. Degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies)

- 2. Spinal stenosis
- 3. Spondylolisthesis
- 4. Spinal deformities
- 5. Fracture
- 6. Pseudoarthosis
- 7. Tumor resection and/or
- 8. Failed previous fusion

When used for posterior non-cervical screw fixation in pediatric patients, NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is indicated as an adjunct to fusion to treat adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Additionally, the Nu Vasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is intended to treat pediatric patients diagnosed with the following conditions: spondylolysis, and fracture caused by tumor and/or trauma. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach and is intended to be used with autograft and/or allograft.

In order to achieve additional levels of fixation, the NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System rods may be connected to the Armada System.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)

X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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## 510(k) Summary

In accordance with Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 807, and in particular 21 CFR §807.92, the following summary of information is provided:

Submitted by: A.

> Ivanna Lopez Specialist, Regulatory Affairs NuVasive, Incorporated 7475 Lusk Blvd. San Diego, California 92121 Telephone: (858) 909-1878

Date Prepared: March 11, 2019

#### B. Device Name

| Trade or Proprietary Name: | NuVasive® Reline® 4.5-5.0 System        |
|----------------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| Common or Usual Name:      | Pedicle Screw System                    |
| Classification Name:       | Thoracolumbosacral pedicle screw system |

| Device Class:   | Class II          |
|-----------------|-------------------|
| Classification: | 21 CFR § 888.3070 |
| Product Code:   | NKB, KWP, KWQ     |

#### C. Predicate Devices

The subject device is substantially equivalent to the primary predicate device NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System (K170126) and additional predicate device, DePuy Spine Expedium Spine System (K090230).

#### D. Device Description

The NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is a pedicle screw system that consists of a variety screws, hooks, rods, lock screws, transverse connectors, rod-to-rod connectors, iliac connectors and associated general instruments. Implant components are available in a variety sizes and can be rigidly locked into a variety of different configurations to suit the individual pathology and anatomical conditions of the patient. The purpose of this submission is to introduce design changes to the modular screws of the previously cleared Reline 4.5-5.0 System.

#### E. Intended Use

When used as a pedicle screw fixation system, the NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is 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 posterior thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine:

- 1. Degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies)
- 2. Degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment
- 3.Fracture
- 4. Dislocation

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5. Scoliosis 6. Kyphosis 7. Spinal tumor and/or 8. Failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis)

The NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is also indicated for the treatment of severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebral joint in skeletally mature patients receiving fusion by autogenous bone graft, having the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (L3 to sacrum), with removal of the implants after attainment of a solid fusion.

When used as an anterolateral non-pedicle screw system in the thoracic and lumbar spine, the NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is also intended for the following indications:

- 1. Degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies)
- 2. Spinal stenosis
- 3.Spondylolisthesis
- 4. Spinal deformities
- 5.Fracture
- 6. Pseudoarthosis
- 7. Tumor resection and/or
- 8. Failed previous fusion

When used for posterior non-cervical screw fixation in pediatric patients. NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is indicated as an adjunct to fusion to treat adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Additionally, the NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is intended to treat pediatric patients diagnosed with the following conditions: spondylolisthesis, spondylolysis, and fracture caused by tumor and/or trauma. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach and is intended to be used with autograft and/or allograft.In order to achieve additional levels of fixation, the NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System rods may be connected to the Armada System.

#### F. Technological Characteristics

As was established in this submission, the subject NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is substantially equivalent to other predicate devices cleared by the FDA for commercial distribution in the United States. The subject device was shown to be substantially equivalent and have equivalent technological characteristics to its predicate device through comparison in areas including design, labeling/intended use, material composition, and function.

#### G. Performance Data

Nonclinical testing was performed to demonstrate that the subject NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. The following testing was performed:

- Dynamic Flexion-Extension Moment Testing per ASTM F1798
The results demonstrate that the subject NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System is substantially equivalent to the predicate.

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#### H. Conclusions

The subject NuVasive Reline 4.5-5.0 System has been shown to be substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices for its intended use.

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