The Acro Composites Interbody System is intended for interbody fusion. The devices are designed for use with autogenous and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone and/or demineralized allograft bone with bone marrow aspirate to facilitate fusion and are to be used with supplemental fixation cleared for the implanted level. The Acro Composites cervical devices are intended for anterior interbody fusion in skeletally mature patients who have had at least six weeks of non-operative treatment. The cervical devices are indicated to treat cervical disc degeneration and/or cervical spinal instability, as confirmed by imaging studies (radiographs, CT, MRI), that results in radiculopathy, myelopathy, and/or pain at multiple contiguous levels from C2-T1. The hyperlordotic implants (≥ 10°) are required to be used with an anterior cervical plate. The Acro Composites lumbar devices are indicated for use at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2-S1, in skeletally mature patients who have had at least six months of non-operative treatment. The lumbar devices are indicated to treat lumbar degenerative disc disease (DDD) with up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved spinal level(s). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by imaging studies (radiographs, CT, MRI). Additionally, the lumbar devices can be used as an adjunct to fusion in patients diagnosed with degenerative scoliosis. The hyperlordotic implants (≥ 20°) should be used with anterior supplemental fixation.
Device Story
Acro Composites Interbody System consists of carbon fiber reinforced PEKEKK (CFRP) interbody fusion implants; designed as solid frames with central cavities for bone graft packing. Implants available in various heights, lengths, widths, and lordotic angles to match patient anatomy. Used by surgeons in spinal fusion procedures to provide stabilization. Cervical implants (≥ 10° lordosis) require anterior cervical plate; lumbar implants (≥ 20° lordosis) require anterior supplemental fixation. Implants facilitate fusion when used with autogenous/allogeneic bone graft. Benefits include surgical stabilization of spine in patients with degenerative disc disease or instability.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Mechanical testing performed per ASTM F2077 (static/dynamic axial compression, compression-shear, torsion) and ASTM F2267 (subsidence). Results demonstrate performance equivalent to predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Implants: PEKEKK resin (ASTM F1876) and carbon fiber filaments. Markers: Gold wire (ASTM B562). Instruments: Medical grade stainless steel (ASTM F899) and silicone. Design: Solid frame with central cavity. Sterilization: Sterile.
Indications for Use
Indicated for skeletally mature patients requiring interbody fusion. Cervical: C2-T1, disc degeneration/instability, radiculopathy, myelopathy, pain, 6 weeks non-operative treatment. Lumbar: L2-S1, degenerative disc disease (DDD) with up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis/retrolisthesis, degenerative scoliosis, 6 months non-operative treatment.
Regulatory Classification
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.
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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October 19, 2023
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Acro Composites, LLC % Karen Warden President BackRoads Consulting Inc. PO Box 566 Chesterland, Ohio 44026
Re: K230478
Trade/Device Name: Acro Composites Interbody System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MAX, ODP Dated: August 29, 2023 Received: August 30, 2023
Dear Karen 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 (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.
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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 OS 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.
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,
# Katherine D. Kavlock -S
for
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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## Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 06/30/2023 See PRA Statement below.
### 510(k) Number (if known) K230478
#### Device Name
Acro Composites Interbody System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Acro Composites Interbody System is interbody fusion. The devices are designed for use with autogenous and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone and/or demineralized allograft bone with bone marrow aspirate to facilitate fusion and are to be used with supplemental fixation cleared for the implanted level.
The Acro Composites cervical devices are interior interbody fusion in skeletally mature patients who have had at least six weeks of non-operative treatment. The cervical devices are indicated to treat cervical disc degeneration and/or cervical spinal instability, as confirmed by imaging studies (radiographs, CT, MRI), that results in radioulopathy, myelopathy, and/or pain at multiple contiguous levels from C2-T1. The hyperlordotic implants (≥ 10°) are required to be used with an anterior cervical plate.
The Acro Composites lumbar devices are indicated for use at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2-S1, in skeletally mature patients who have had at least six months of non-operative treatment. The lumbar devices are indicated to treat lumbar degenerative disc disease (DDD) with up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis at the involved spinal level(s). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by imaging studies (radiographs, CT, MRI). Additionally, the lumbar devices can be used as an adjunct to fusion in patients diagnosed with degenerative scoliosis. The hyperlordotic implants (≥ 20°) should be used with anterior supplemental fixation.
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## 510(k) Summary
| Date: | 21 February 2023 |
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| Sponsor: | Acro Composites, LLC<br>6950 W Snowville Road<br>Brecksville, OH 44141 |
| Sponsor Contact: | Mitchell Bass, President |
| 510(k) Contact: | Karen E. Warden, PhD<br>BackRoads Consulting Inc.<br>PO Box 566<br>Chesterland, OH 44026<br>Office: 440.729.8457 |
| Proposed Trade Name: | Acro Composites Interbody System |
| Common Name: | Cervical and lumbar interbody fusion devices |
| Device Classification: | Class II |
| Regulation Name,<br>Classification Number,<br>Product Code: | Intervertebral fusion device with bone graft, cervical, 888.3080, ODP<br>Intervertebral fusion device with bone graft, lumbar, 888.3080, MAX |
| Device Description: | The Acro Composites Interbody System includes interbody fusion devices<br>for cervical and lumbar implantation manufactured from AcroPek – a carbon<br>fiber reinforced PEKEKK polymer (CFRP) material. The implants are<br>designed as a solid frame to provide surgical stabilization of the spine. Each<br>interbody incorporates a central cavity that can be packed bone graft<br>material. The implants are available in a variety of height, length, width and<br>lordotic angulation combinations to accommodate the patient specific<br>anatomy and clinical circumstances. The implants are sold sterile. |
| Indications for Use: | The Acro Composites Interbody System is intended for interbody fusion.<br>The devices are designed for use with autogenous and/or allogeneic bone<br>graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone and/or<br>demineralized allograft bone with bone marrow aspirate to facilitate fusion<br>and are to be used with supplemental fixation cleared for the implanted<br>level.<br>The Acro Composites cervical devices are intended for anterior interbody<br>fusion in skeletally mature patients who have had at least six weeks of non-<br>operative treatment. The cervical devices are indicated 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 at multiple contiguous levels from C2-T1. The hyperlordotic<br>implants (≥ 10°) are required to be used with an anterior cervical plate.<br>The Acro Composites lumbar devices are indicated for use at one or two<br>contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2-S1, in skeletally mature<br>patients who have had at least six months of non-operative treatment. The<br>lumbar devices are indicated to treat lumbar degenerative disc disease<br>(DDD) with up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved<br>spinal level(s). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with<br>degeneration of the disc confirmed by imaging studies (radiographs, CT,<br>MRI). Additionally, the lumbar devices can be used as an adjunct to fusion<br>in patients diagnosed with degenerative scoliosis. The hyperlordotic<br>implants (≥ 20°) should be used with anterior supplemental fixation. |
| Materials: | The Acro Composites Interbody System implants are manufactured from<br>PEKEKK resin (ASTM F1876) and carbon fiber filaments. Integral markers<br>are manufactured from gold wire (per ASTM B562). The Acro Composites<br>instruments are manufactured from medical grade stainless steel per ASTM<br>F899; some of which include silicone handles. |
| Primary Predicate: | eCarbon IBDs (Back 2 Basics Direct, LLC – K191537) |
| Additional Predicates: | ostaPek Interbody Fusion Cages (coLigne, AG – K173148 & K181963),<br>Cascadia Interbody System (K2M, Inc. – K160125 & K172009) |
| Performance Data: | Mechanical testing of the worst case Acro Composites Interbody System<br>implants included static and dynamic axial compression, static and<br>dynamic compression-shear, and static and dynamic torsion according to<br>ASTM F2077. In addition, subsidence tests according to ASTM F2267 were<br>performed.<br>The mechanical test results demonstrate that the Acro Composites<br>Interbody System performance is substantially equivalent to the predicate<br>devices. |
| Technological<br>Characteristics: | The Acro Composites Interbody System possesses the same technological<br>characteristics as one or more of the predicate devices. These include:<br>• basic design (structural column),<br>• material (reinforced polymer) and<br>• sizes (dimensions are comparable to those offered by the predicate<br>systems) |
| Conclusion: | Therefore the fundamental scientific technology of the Acro Composites<br>Interbody System is the same as previously cleared devices.<br>The Acro Composites Interbody System possesses the same intended use<br>and technological characteristics as the predicate devices. Therefore the<br>Acro Composites Interbody System is substantially equivalent for its<br>intended use. |
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