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# Foundation Interbody Devices (K150847)

_Corelink, LLC · ODP · Aug 13, 2015 · Orthopedic · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Corelink, LLC
- **Product Code:** [ODP](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/ODP.md)
- **Decision Date:** Aug 13, 2015
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3080
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Orthopedic
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Intended Use

Foundation™ Cervical Interbody Devices are indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) of the cervical spine with accompanying radicular symptoms at one disc level. DDD is defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. Foundation™ Cervical implants are used to facilitate intervertebral body fusion in the cervical spine and are placed via an anterior approach at one disc level (C2-T1) using autograft bone. Foundation™ Cervical implants are to be used with supplemental fixation. Patients should have at least six (6) weeks of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with an intervertebral cage. The Foundation™ Lumbar Interbody Devices are indicated for intervertebral body fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) of the lumbar spine at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S1. DDD is defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). Foundation™ Lumbar implants are to be used with autogenous bone graft and supplemental fixation. Patients should have at least six (6) months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with an intervertebral cage.

## Device Story

Intervertebral body fusion device; replaces autogenous bone graft blocks; avoids graft donor site complications. Hollow cage design; allows placement of autogenous bone graft; superior/inferior surfaces open to facilitate bone growth (arthrodesis) with vertebral endplates. Available in various footprints/heights to match patient anatomy. Used in spinal fusion surgery; requires supplemental fixation. Implanted by surgeons; provides structural support during fusion process; benefits patients by stabilizing spinal segments and promoting arthrodesis.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical studies were performed.

## Technological Characteristics

Materials: Invibio® PEEK Optima LT1 (ASTM F2026) and Tantalum (ASTM F560). Design: Hollow interbody cage for bone graft containment. Mechanical principle: Structural support for intervertebral fusion. No software or energy source.

## Regulatory Identification

An intervertebral body fusion device is an implanted single or multiple component spinal device made from a variety of materials, including titanium and polymers. The device is inserted into the intervertebral body space of the cervical or lumbosacral spine, and is intended for intervertebral body fusion.

## Special Controls

*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls) for intervertebral body fusion devices that contain bone grafting material. The special control is the FDA guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device.” See § 888.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.(2) Class III (premarket approval) for intervertebral body fusion devices that include any therapeutic biologic (e.g., bone morphogenic protein). Intervertebral body fusion devices that contain any therapeutic biologic require premarket approval.
(c)
*Date premarket approval application (PMA) or notice of product development protocol (PDP) is required.* Devices described in paragraph (b)(2) of this section shall have an approved PMA or a declared completed PDP in effect before being placed in commercial distribution.

## Predicate Devices

- Foundation™ Interbody Devices ([K073440](/device/K073440.md))
- Amendia (Verticor) Zeus Cage ([K081614](/device/K081614.md))
- DePuy Bengal ([K081917](/device/K081917.md))
- Medtronic Verte-Stack Crescent ([K094025](/device/K094025.md), [K133216](/device/K133216.md))
- Lanx Timberline ([K073144](/device/K073144.md))
- Eminent Spine Cottonmouth ([K090064](/device/K090064.md))
- Tyber Medical PLIF ([K130573](/device/K130573.md))

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

August 13, 2015

CoreLink, LLC % Mr. J.D. Webb Official Correspondent The Orthomedix Group, Incorporated 1001 Oakwood Boulevard Round Rock, Texas 78681

Re: K150847

Trade/Device Name: Foundation™ Interbody Devices Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral body fusion device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: ODP, MAX Dated: June 22, 2015 Received: July 27, 2015

Dear Mr. Webb:

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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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.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

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Sincerely vours.

# Mark N. Melkerson -S

Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration

## Indications for Use

K150847

#### Device Name

#### Foundation™ Interbody Devices

#### Indications for Use (Describe)

Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: December 31, 2013 See PRA Statement on last page.

Foundation™ Cervical Interbody Devices are indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) of the cervical some with accompanying radicular symptoms at one disc level. DDD is defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by pairent history and radies. Foundation™ Cervical implants are used to facilitate interverebral body fusion in the cervical spine and are placed via an anterior approach at one disc level (C2-T1) using autograft bone. Foundation Cervical implants are to be used with supplemental fixation. Patients should have at least six (6) weeks of non-operative treatment. prior to treatment with an intervertebral cage

The Foundation™ Lumbar Interbody Devices are indicated for intervertebral body fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) of the lumbar spine at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S1. DDD is defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). Foundation™ Lumbar implants are to be used with autogenous bone graft and supplemental fixation. Patients should have at least six (6) months of non-operative treatment with an intervertebral cage.

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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#### FOR FDA USE ONLY

Concurrence of Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) (Signature)

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## 510(k) Summary: Foundation™ Interbody Devices

| Date Prepared                  | March 26, 2015                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
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| Submitted By                   | Corelink, LLC<br>7606 Forsyth Blvd<br>Clayton, MO 63105<br>888-349-7808 Tele                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     |
| Contact                        | J.D. Webb<br>1001 Oakwood Blvd<br>Round Rock, TX 78681<br>512-388-0199 Tele<br>512-692-3699 Fax<br>e-mail: jdwebb@orthomedix.net                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
| Trade Name                     | Foundation™ Interbody Devices                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    |
| Common Name                    | intervertebral body fusion device                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                |
| Classification Name            | intervertebral body fusion device - cervical<br>intervertebral body fusion device - lumbar                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       |
| Class                          | II                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
| Product Code                   | ODP<br>MAX                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       |
| CFR Section                    | 21 CFR section 888.3080                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          |
| Device Panel                   | Orthopedic                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       |
| Primary Predicate<br>Device    | Foundation™ Interbody Devices - K073440                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          |
| Secondary Predicate<br>Devices | Amendia (Verticor) Zeus Cage - K081614<br>DePuy Bengal - K081917<br>Medtronic Verte-Stack Crescent - K094025, K133216<br>Lanx Timberline - K073144<br>Eminent Spine Cottonmouth - K090064<br>Tyber Medical PLIF - K130573                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |
| Device Description             | The Foundation™ Interbody Devices are implants developed for the substitution<br>of the classical autogenous bone graft blocks. The cages assist to avoid<br>complications related to the graft donation site. They are available in a range of<br>footprints and heights to suit the individual pathology and anatomical conditions<br>of the patient. The implants have a hollow center to allow placement of<br>autogenous bone graft. The superior and inferior surfaces are open to promote<br>contact of the bone graft with the vertebral end plates, allowing bone growth<br>(arthrodesis).<br>The changes to the Foundation™ Interbody Devices cleared in K0733440 and<br>included in this Special 510(k) are:<br>• Removal of specific surgical approaches for the lumbar devices<br>• Addition of additional sizes and configurations |

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| Materials                                                  | Invibio® PEEK Optima LT1 (ASTM F2026)<br>Tantalum (ASTM F560).                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    |
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| Substantial<br>Equivalence Claimed<br>to Predicate Devices | The Foundation™ Interbody Devices are substantially equivalent to the predicate<br>devices in terms of intended use, design, materials used, mechanical safety and<br>performances.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
| Indications for Use                                        | Foundation™ Cervical Interbody Devices are indicated for use in skeletally<br>mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) of the cervical spine with<br>accompanying radicular symptoms at one disc level. DDD is defined as<br>discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and<br>radiographic studies. Foundation™ Cervical implants are used to facilitate<br>intervertebral body fusion in the cervical spine and are placed via an anterior<br>approach at one disc level (C2-T1) using autograft bone. Foundation™ Cervical<br>implants are to be used with supplemental fixation. Patients should have at least<br>six (6) weeks of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with an intervertebral<br>cage.<br>The Foundation™ Lumbar Interbody Devices are indicated for intervertebral body<br>fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease<br>(DDD) of the lumbar spine at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S1. DDD is<br>defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and<br>radiographic studies. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I<br>spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). Foundation™ Lumbar<br>implants are to be used with autogenous bone graft and supplemental fixation.<br>Patients should have at least six (6) months of non-operative treatment prior to<br>treatment with an intervertebral cage. |
| Non-clinical Test<br>Summary                               | The following analyses were conducted:<br>Finite Element Analysis Bone graft area in contact with endplates and graft volume Cross sectional area          The results of these evaluations indicate that the Foundation™ Interbody Devices<br>are equivalent to predicate devices.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
| Clinical Test Summary                                      | No clinical studies were performed                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                |
| Conclusions: Non-<br>clinical and Clinical                 | Corelink, LLC considers the Foundation™ Interbody Devices to be equivalent to<br>the predicate devices listed above. This conclusion is based upon the devices'<br>similarities in principles of operation, technology, materials and indications for<br>use                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      |

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