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# GPS Cervical Spacers (K210890)

_G Surgical, LLC · ODP · Apr 23, 2021 · Orthopedic · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** G Surgical, LLC
- **Product Code:** [ODP](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/ODP.md)
- **Decision Date:** Apr 23, 2021
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Special
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3080
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Orthopedic
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Intended Use

The GPS™ Cervical Spacers are indicated for use at multiple contiguous levels, from C2-T1, in skeletally mature patients who have had six weeks of non-operative treatment. The device is intended to treat cervical disc degeneration and/or cervical spinal instability as confirmed by imaging studies (radiographs, CT, MRD) that results in radiculopathy, myelopathy and/or pain. The device is to be used with autogenous and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft to facilitate fusion and in combination with supplemental fixation cleared for use in the cervical spine.

## Device Story

GPS™ Cervical Spacers are structural interbody fusion implants; "B"-shaped cross-section with central cavity for bone graft; surface teeth for seating. Implanted by surgeons in the cervical spine (C2-T1) to treat disc degeneration or instability. Used with autogenous/allogeneic bone graft and supplemental fixation. Provides structural support to facilitate vertebral fusion. Available in various sizes/angulations to match patient anatomy. Subject device adds non-sterile option and expands indications to multiple contiguous levels.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical data. Bench testing only; mechanical performance data from predicate remains applicable to subject device.

## Technological Characteristics

Structural interbody fusion device; PEEK (ASTM F2026) with tantalum marker pins (ASTM F560). Hollow frame design with surface teeth. Available in multiple sizes/angulations. Non-sterile option provided.

## 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

- GPS™ Spacers ([K142456](/device/K142456.md))

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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April 23, 2021

G Surgical LLC % Karen E. Warden, PhD President BackRoads Consulting PO Box 566 Chesterland, Ohio 44026

Re: K210890

Trade/Device Name: GPSTM Cervical Spacers Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: ODP Dated: March 24, 2021 Received: March 25, 2021

Dear Dr. Warden:

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.

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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

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Sincerely,

Brent Showalter, Ph.D. 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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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration

## Indications for Use

Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 06/30/2020 See PRA Statement below.

510(k) Number (if known)

K210890

Device Name

GPSTM Cervical Spacers

Indications for Use (Describe)

The GPS™ Cervical Spacers are indicated for use at multiple contiguous levels, from C2-T1, in skeletally mature patients who have had six weeks of non-operative treatment. The device is intended to treat cervical disc degeneration and/or cervical spinal instability as confirmed by imaging studies (radiographs, CT, MRD) that results in radiculopathy, myelopathy and/or pain. The device is to be used with autogenous and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft to facilitate fusion and in combination with supplemental fixation cleared for use in the cervical spine.

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

Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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# 510(k) Summary

| Date:                                                   | 24 March 2021                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
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| Sponsor:                                                | G Surgical LLC                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              |
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| Sponsor Contact:                                        | Don Grafton, Managing Director                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              |
| 510(k) Contact:                                         | Karen E. Warden, PhD                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |
|                                                         | BackRoads Consulting Inc.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
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|                                                         | Office: 440.729.8457                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |
| Proposed Trade Name:                                    | GPS™ Cervical Spacers                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       |
| Common Name:                                            | Interbody fusion device                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     |
| Device Classification:                                  | Class II                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    |
| Regulation Name,<br>Regulation Number,<br>Product Code: | Intervertebral body fusion device, 21 CFR 888.3080, ODP                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     |
| Submission Purpose:                                     | The subject 510(k) expands the product offering by adding a non-sterile<br>implant option. In addition, the Indications for Use statement has been<br>revised to expand usage from one to multiple contiguous levels and to add<br>allogeneic bone graft.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
| Device Description:                                     | The basic shape of the GPS™ Cervical Spacers is a structural column<br>having upper and lower implant openings and a central cavity for autograft<br>bone. The devices have a have a "B" shaped cross-section. Surface teeth<br>assist in the seating the implant between the vertebral bodies. Devices are<br>available in a variety of size and angulation combinations to accommodate<br>the diversity in patient anatomy.                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
| Indications for Use:                                    | The GPS™ Cervical Spacers are indicated for use at multiple contiguous<br>levels, from C2-T1, in skeletally mature patients who have had six weeks of<br>non-operative treatment. The device is intended to treat cervical disc<br>degeneration and/or cervical spinal instability as confirmed by imaging<br>studies (radiographs, CT, MRI) that results in radiculopathy, myelopathy<br>and/or pain. The device is to be used with autogenous and/or allogeneic<br>bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft to<br>facilitate fusion and in combination with supplemental fixation cleared for<br>use in the cervical spine. |
| Materials:                                              | The GPS™ Spacers are manufactured from polyetheretherketone (PEEK)<br>per ASTM F2026 (VESTAKEEP® i4 R, Evonik Polymers Technologies<br>GmbH). Integral marker pins are manufactured from tantalum according to<br>ASTM F560.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                |
| Primary Predicate:                                      | GPS™ Spacers (G Surgical LLC - K142456)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     |
| Performance Data:                                       | No new mechanical testing was performed for the GPS™ Cervical Spacers<br>because the non-sterile condition does not create a mechanical worst case<br>with respect to performance. Performance data remains unchanged for the<br>subject devices as compared to the predicate versions of the device.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       |

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| Technological<br>Characteristics: | The GPS™ Cervical Spacers possess the same technological<br>characteristics as the sterile versions of themselves. These include:                                                                     |
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|                                   | • performance (as described above),                                                                                                                                                                   |
|                                   | • basic design (hollow structural frame),                                                                                                                                                             |
|                                   | • material (PEEK polymer and tantalum) and                                                                                                                                                            |
|                                   | • sizes (identical to those previously cleared)                                                                                                                                                       |
|                                   | The fundamental scientific technology of the GPS™ Spacers is the same as<br>previously cleared devices.                                                                                               |
| Conclusion:                       | The GPS™ Cervical Spacers possess the same intended use and<br>technological characteristics as the predicate devices. Therefore GPS™<br>Spacers are substantially equivalent for their intended use. |

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