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# Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device (K143228)

_Frontier Medical Devices, Inc. · OVD · Feb 26, 2015 · Orthopedic · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Frontier Medical Devices, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [OVD](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/OVD.md)
- **Decision Date:** Feb 26, 2015
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3080
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Orthopedic
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Intended Use

The Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD). DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. The device must be used with supplemental fixation (i.e., lateral plating or pedicle screw systems), which is in addition to the integrated locking plates provided in the system. When used with the integrated locking plates, it is indicated to be used at one level from L2-L5. When used without the integrated locking plates, it is indicated to be used at one or two contiguous levels, from L2-S1. Patients should have received 6 months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with the devices. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). It is indicated to be used with autograft bone.

## Device Story

Interbody fusion device system; provides mechanical stability in lumbar disc space to facilitate biologic fusion. System includes various footprints/heights; optional integrated locking plates with locking pins. Used in conjunction with supplemental anterior/posterior fixation (lateral plating or pedicle screw systems). Implanted by surgeons in clinical settings. Device acts as spacer to maintain disc height and support fusion process using autograft bone. Benefits patient by stabilizing spinal segment and promoting fusion in DDD cases.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Static and dynamic axial compression and compression shear testing performed per ASTM F2077. Expulsion testing conducted per recognized protocol. No clinical data presented.

## Technological Characteristics

Materials: Titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V-ELI, ASTM F136), PEEK Optima LT1 (ASTM F2026), tantalum markers (ASTM F560). Mechanical interbody fusion device. Dimensions vary by footprint/height. 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

- Ancora LLC ([K112700](/device/K112700.md))
- CoRoent XL-F Device ([K140479](/device/K140479.md))
- BAK Device ([P950002](/device/P950002.md))

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

February 26, 2015

Frontier Medical Devices, Incorporated % Rich Jansen, Pharm.D. Silver Pine Consulting, LLC 11821 Bramble Cove Drive Ft. Myers, Florida 33905

Re: K143228

Trade/Device Name: Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral body fusion device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OVD, MAX Dated: November 28, 2014 Received: December 01, 2014

Dear Dr. Jansen:

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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Sincerely yours,

# Mark N. Melkerson -S

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

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## Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K143228

Device Name Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device

#### Indications for Use (Describe)

The Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD). DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. The device must be used with supplemental fixation (i.e., lateral plating or pedicle screw systems), which is in addition to the integrated locking plates provided in the system. When used with the integrated locking plates, it is indicated to be used at one level from L2-L5. When used without the integrated locking plates, it is indicated to be used at one or two contiguous levels, from L2-S1. Patients should have received 6 months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with the devices. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). It is indicated to be used with autograft bone.

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

2 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

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

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#### 510(k) SUMMARY

Frontier Medical's Ancora Lateral Locking Cage (LLC) Interbody Fusion Device

| Date:                 | February 24, 2015                                                             |
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| Submitter:            | Frontier Medical, LLC<br>512 Fourth Street<br>Gwinn, MI 49841<br>906-232-1200 |
| Contact Person:       | Rich Jansen, Pharm. D.<br>Silver Pine Consulting<br>612-281-5505              |
| Name:                 | Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device                                            |
| Product Class:        | Class II                                                                      |
| Classification:       | 21 CFR §888.3080 (Intervertebral body fusion device)                          |
| Product Codes:        | MAX, OVD                                                                      |
| Panel Code:           | 87                                                                            |
| Common or Usual Name: | Intervertebral body fusion device                                             |

#### Predicate Devices

The Ancora LLC was shown to be substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices. The primary predicate device is the Ancora LLC (K112700). Additional predicate devices are the CoRoent XL-F Device (K140479), and the BAK Device (P950002).

## Device Description

The Ancora system consists of different footprints and heights to provide options that correlate best to an individual's anatomy and pathology. The system offers optional integrated locking plates with corresponding locking pins. Implantable components are manufactured from medical grade titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V-ELI) per ASTM F136 and PEEK Optima LT1 per ASTM F2026 with tantalum markers per ASTM F560. Supplemental anterior and/or posterior fixation is intended for use with the device to ensure stability of the spine.

The purpose of this submission is to add implant configurations to the Ancora LLC line of implants, and modify the indications for use so the locking plates are optional fixation devices. Surgical Instruments are also available for use with the system.

## Indications for Use

The Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD). DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. The device must be used with supplemental fixation (i.e., lateral plating or pedicle screw systems), which is in addition to the integrated locking plates provided in the system. When used with the integrated locking plates, it is indicated to be used at one level from L2-L5. When used without the integrated locking

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plates, it is indicated to be used at one or two contiguous levels, from L2-S1. Patients should have received 6 months of non-operative treatment with the devices. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). It is indicated to be used with autograft bone.

## Performance Data

Static and dynamic axial compression and static and dynamic compression shear were completed following ASTM F2077. Expulsion testing was conducted following a recognized protocol to allow comparison evaluation of intervertebral body fusion device assemblies, and characterize their resistance to expulsion. The above pre-clinical testing performed on the Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device indicated that the Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices and is adequate for the intended use.

## Technological Characteristics

The Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device and predicate devices have the same intended use, to provide mechanical stability in the lumbar disc space to facilitate biologic fusion. The indications for use of the Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device are the same as the predicate devices. Moreover, the device is very similar in its size to the predicate devices. The materials used are also the same as in the predicate device. There are no significant differences in technological characteristics compared to the predicate devices, and the minor differences that do exist do not raise any new types of safety or efficacy issues. Furthermore, bench testing demonstrates that these differences do not adversely impact device performance.

## Conclusion

Frontier Medical Devices concludes that the Ancora LLC Interbody Fusion Device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.

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