4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation System
K231655 · Solco Biomedical Co., Ltd. · NKB · Nov 26, 2024 · Orthopedic
Device Facts
| Record ID | K231655 |
| Device Name | 4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation System |
| Applicant | Solco Biomedical Co., Ltd. |
| Product Code | NKB · Orthopedic |
| Decision Date | Nov 26, 2024 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Special |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 888.3070 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Intended Use
The 4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation 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 thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine: 1. Degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies) 2. Spondylolisthesis 3. Trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation) 4. Deformities or curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis) 5. Tumor 6. Stenosis 7. Failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis)
Device Story
Top-loading posterior spinal fixation system; components include pedicle screws, rods, nuts, and transverse links. Used by surgeons in open or minimally invasive procedures to build spinal implant constructs; provides rigid fixation to stabilize spine and promote fusion. Implant components fabricated from titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) and cobalt alloy (Co-28Cr-6Mo). Supplied non-sterile for single use. Instruments provided for application and removal. Output is a mechanical construct tailored to patient anatomy and pathology; stabilizes spinal segments to facilitate fusion and alleviate instability.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Mechanical performance evaluated per ASTM F1717 (static and dynamic compression bending, static torsion) and ASTM F1798 (axial and torsional grip, tulip-dissociation). No clinical data presented.
Technological Characteristics
Top-loading posterior spinal fixation system. Materials: Titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) per ASTM F136; Cobalt alloy (Co-28Cr-6Mo) per ASTM F1537. Non-sterile, single-use. Mechanical fixation via pedicle screws, rods, nuts, and cross-links.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients requiring spinal immobilization and stabilization as an adjunct to fusion for degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, trauma (fracture/dislocation), spinal deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis, lordosis), tumor, stenosis, or pseudoarthrosis in the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine.
Regulatory Classification
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
- 4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation System (K203233)
- EXPEDIUM SPINE SYSTEM, VIPER SYSTEM, VIPER 2 SYSTEM (K111136)
- MOSS MIAMI SPINAL SYSTEM (K030383)
- SYNERGY™ TI INTEGRAL OPEN SCREW SYSTEM (K012871)
- LDR Spine Easyspine Posterior Spinal System (K123134)
Related Devices
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- K043578 — THE 4CIS SPINAL SYSTEM AND 4CIS LOW BACK SYSTEM · Solco Biomedical Co., Ltd. · Mar 7, 2005
- K100706 — VENUS BASIC SPINAL FIXATION SYSTEM · L&K BIOMED Co., Ltd. · Jul 22, 2010
- K031585 — U&I, OPTIMA, SPINAL SYSTEM · U&I Corp., America · Jun 27, 2003
- K050471 — 4CIS SOLAR SPINE SYSTEM AND 4CIS APOLLON SPINE SYSTEM · Solco Biomedical Co., Ltd. · May 12, 2005
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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November 26, 2024
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Solco Biomedical Co., Ltd. Seo-Hee Koo RA & Exam Certification Team Researcher 154 Seotan-ro, Seotan-myeon Pyeongtaek-Si. 17704 South Korea
### Re: K231655
Trade/Device Name: 4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3070 Regulation Name: Thoracolumbosacral Pedicle Screw System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NKB, KWP Dated: October 28, 2024 Received: October 28, 2024
Dear Seo-Hee Koo:
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 (the 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 available 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.
Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
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Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 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 Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 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.
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Sincerely, Digitally signed Eileen by Eileen Cadel -S
Date: Cadel -2024.11.26 S 13:56:02 -05'00' for
Colin O'Neill, M.B.E. Assistant Director 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) K231655
Device Name
4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The 4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation 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 thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine:
1. Degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies)
2. Spondylolisthesis
- 3. Trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation)
- 4. Deformities or curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis)
5. Tumor
6. Stenosis
- 7. Failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis)
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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# 5. 510(k) Summary
| Submitter | Solco Biomedical Co., Ltd.<br>154 Seotan-ro, Seotan-myeon, Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do,<br>17704 Republic of Korea<br>Phone. +82-31-664-4101<br>Fax. +82-31-663-8983 |
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| Contact Person | Seo-Hee Koo<br>Solco Biomedical Co., Ltd.<br>154 Seotan-ro, Seotan-myeon, Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do,<br>17704 Republic of Korea<br>Phone: +82)31-610-4079<br>Fax: +82)31-663-8983 |
| Submission Date | May 25, 2023 |
| Trade / Proprietary<br>name | 4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation System |
| Common / Usual<br>Name | Spinal Fixation System |
| Classification Name<br>Classification Code<br>Regulatory Class<br>Regulation Number | Thoracolumbosacral pedicle screw system<br>NKB, KWP<br>Class II<br>888.3070 |
| | 4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation System (K203233)[Solco |
| Predicate Device | Biomedical Co., Ltd.] – Primary Predicate |
| | EXPEDIUM SPINE SYSTEM, VIPER SYSTEM, VIPER 2<br>SYSTEM (K111136) [DEPUY SPINE, INC.] – Additional<br>Predicate |
| | MOSS MIAMI SPINAL SYSTEM (K030383) [DEPUY<br>AcroMed Inc.] – Additional Predicate |
| | SYNERGY™ TI INTEGRAL OPEN SCREW SYSTEM<br>(K012871) [Interpore Cross International, LLC] –<br>Additional Predicate |
| | LDR Spine Easyspine Posterior Spinal System (K123134)<br>[LDR Spine USA] – Additional Predicate |
| Description of Device | The 4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation System is a top-loading<br>posterior spinal fixation system which consists of pedicle<br>screws, rods, nuts, transverse (cross) link and associated<br>instruments. Rigid fixation is provided by pedicle screws<br>inserted into the vertebral body through pedicle of the<br>lumbar spine via posterior approach. This system will allow<br>surgeons to build a spinal implant construct to stabilize and<br>promote spinal fusion through open surgery or minimally<br>invasive surgery. Implant components can be rigidly locked<br>into a variety of different configurations to suit the<br>individual pathology and anatomical conditions of the<br>mature patient. The implant components are supplied non-<br>sterile single use and are fabricated from titanium alloy<br>(Ti-6A1-4V ELI) that conforms to ASTM F 136 and Cobalt<br>Alloy (Co-28Cr-6Mo) per ASTM F1537. Also, instruments<br>are available for the application and removal of the Spinal<br>Fixation System. |
| Indication for Use | The 4CIS® Chiron spinal fixation system is intended to<br>provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in<br>skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the<br>treatment of the following acute and chronic instabilities or<br>deformities of the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine:<br>1. Degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic back pain<br>with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and<br>radiographic studies);<br>2. Spondylolisthesis; |
| | 3. Trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation); |
| | 4. Deformities or curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or<br>lordosis); |
| | 5. Tumor; |
| | 6. Stenosis; |
| | 7. Failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis). |
| Comparison of<br>Technological<br>Characteristics with<br>the Predicate Devices | The 4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation System and all the<br>predicates have the same or similar indications for use<br>statements. The system is composed of the same material as the<br>predicate devices conforming to recognized industry standards<br>for permanent implants and surgical orthopedic instruments.<br>The 4CIS® Chiron Spinal Fixation System and cited predicate<br>devices share similar basic design features and functions as<br>well as their dimensions. Also they are provided non-sterile for<br>single use only. Mechanical testing confirmed the 4CIS®<br>Chiron Spinal Fixation System demonstrated equivalent<br>performance to the cited predicate device under the same test<br>conditions. |
| Performance Data | Mechanical testing was performed including static and dynamic<br>compression bending and static torsion testing per ASTM<br>F1717 as well as axial and torsional grip testing and tulip-<br>dissociation testing per ASTM F1798. |
| Conclusion | The overall technology characteristics and mechanical<br>performance data lead to the conclusion that the subject device<br>is substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate<br>devices. |
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