Who is the manufacturer of CuffLink Implant System?

Conmed Corporation filed the 510(k) submission for CuffLink Implant System (K171725).

What is the FDA product code for CuffLink Implant System?

MBI. It is classified under 21 CFR 888.3040 as a Class 2 device in the Orthopedic panel.

What is the regulatory pathway for CuffLink Implant System?

510(k) clearance (submission type: Traditional).

What are the predicate devices for CuffLink Implant System?

CrossFT Knotless Suture Anchor w/Disposable Driver (K163258).

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CuffLink Implant System

K171725 · Conmed Corporation · MBI · Sep 8, 2017 · Orthopedic

Device Facts

Record ID	K171725
Device Name	CuffLink Implant System
Applicant	Conmed Corporation
Product Code	MBI · Orthopedic
Decision Date	Sep 8, 2017
Decision	SESE
Submission Type	Traditional
Regulation	21 CFR 888.3040
Device Class	Class 2
Attributes	Therapeutic

Intended Use

The CuffLink Implant System is intended to reattach soft tissue to bone in orthopedic surgical procedures. The Implant System may be used in either arthroscopic or open surgical procedures. After the suture is anchored to the bone, it may be used to reattach soft tissue, such as ligaments, tendons, or joint capsules to the bone. The suture anchor system thereby stabilizes the damaged soft tissue, in conjunction with appropriate postoperative immobilization, throughout the healing period.

Device Story

CuffLink Implant System consists of sterile, single-use kits containing suture anchors, a disposable broaching punch, and a suture passing loop. Used by orthopedic surgeons in arthroscopic or open procedures to reattach ligaments, tendons, or joint capsules to bone. The device anchors sutures into bone, providing mechanical stabilization of damaged soft tissue during the healing period. The system is supplied in a PETG tray within a Tyvek pouch. Clinical benefit is derived from secure soft tissue fixation, facilitating healing when combined with postoperative immobilization.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Performance data includes biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1), bacterial endotoxin/pyrogenicity testing, packaging validation, shelf-life testing, sterilization validation, transportation testing, and user validation.

Technological Characteristics

Materials: PEEK Optima, UHMWPE, polyester, nylon, stainless steel, polycarbonate. Principle: Suture anchor fixation. Form factor: Kit containing anchors, broaching punch, and suture loop. Sterilization: Sterile. Connectivity: None.

Indications for Use

Indicated for patients requiring soft tissue-to-bone reattachment in orthopedic procedures (arthroscopic or open). Contraindicated in patients with bone/soft tissue pathology affecting fixation, physical conditions preventing adequate support or healing, inability to follow postoperative restrictions, foreign body sensitivity, or active sepsis/infection. Not for use in posterior elements (pedicles) of the spine.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a stiff wire segment or rod made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel, and that may be smooth on the outside, fully or partially threaded, straight or U-shaped; and may be either blunt pointed, sharp pointed, or have a formed, slotted head on the end. It may be used for fixation of bone fractures, for bone reconstructions, as a guide pin for insertion of other implants, or it may be implanted through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.

Predicate Devices

CrossFT Knotless Suture Anchor w/Disposable Driver (K163258)

Reference Devices

Y-Knot RC Suture Anchor (K133224)

Related Devices

K180763 — CuffLink Implant System Biocomposite · Conmed Corporation · Jul 19, 2018
K163258 — CrossFT Knotless Suture Anchor with Disposable Driver · Conmed Corporation · Jan 25, 2017
K112814 — CUFFINK · Cayenne Medical, Inc. · Jan 17, 2012
K020159 — SMITH & NEPHEW TWINFIX TI QUICK T · Smith & Nephew, Inc. · Mar 26, 2002
K023021 — MODIFICATION TO SMITH & NEPHEW TWINFIX TI QUICK T · Smith & Nephew, Inc. · Oct 4, 2002

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002 CONMED Corporation Ms. Dionne Sanders Manager, Regulatory Affairs, Orthopedic Division 525 French Road Utica, New York 13502 September 8, 2017 Re: K171725 Trade/Device Name: CuffLink Implant System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3040 Regulation Name: Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MBI Dated: June 9, 2017 Received: June 12, 2017 Dear Ms. Sanders: 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. 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. 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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 (DICE) at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance. You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. Sincerely. # Mark N. Melkerson -S Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ ## Indications for Use 510(k) Number (if known) K171725 Device Name CuffLink Implant System ### Indications for Use (Describe) The CuffLink Implant System is intended to reattach soft tissue to bone in orthopedic surgical procedures. The Implant System may be used in either arthroscopic or open surgical procedures. After the suture is anchored to the bone, it may be used to reattach soft tissue, such as ligaments, tendons, or joint capsules to the suture anchor system thereby stabilizes the damaged soft tissue, in conjunction with appropriative immobilization, throughout the healing period. Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 201 Subpart D) | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 201 Subpart C) | |----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------| |----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------| > Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) ## CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED. 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Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to: > Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff@fda.hhs.gov "An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number." {3}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/3/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for CONMED Corporation. The logo features a blue abstract shape on the left, followed by the word "CONMED" in black, sans-serif font. Below "CONMED" is a thin blue line, and below that is the word "CORPORATION" in smaller, sans-serif font. ## 510(k) SUMMARY #### SUBMITTER I. CONMED Corporation 525 French Road Utica, NY 13502 Phone: 727-399-5564 Fax: 727-399-5264 Contact Person: Dionne Sanders, RAC Date Prepared: June 9, 2017 #### II. DEVICE | Name of Device: | CuffLink Implant System | |-------------------------|----------------------------------------------------| | Trade Name/Common Name: | Non-absorbable Suture Anchors | | Classification Name: | Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener | | Regulatory Class: | Class II, per 21 CFR Part 888.3040 | | Product Code: | MBI | #### III. PREDICATE DEVICE | Device Name: | CrossFT Knotless Suture Anchor w/Disposable Driver | |---------------|----------------------------------------------------| | Manufacturer: | CONMED Corporation | | 510(k) #: | K163258 | #### IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION The CuffLink™ Implant System consists of six kits that will be provided sterile, for singleuse only. Each kit will contain four suture anchors, one disposable broaching punch, and one suture passing loop assembled in a single PETG tray, and sealed in a Tyvek pouch. The tray is subsequently placed in a folding carton. ## INTENDED USE / INDICATIONS FOR USE The CuffLink Implant System is intended to reattach soft tissue to bone in orthopedic surgical procedures. The Implant System may be used in either arthroscopic or open surgical procedures. After the suture is anchored to the bone, it may be used to reattach soft tissue, such as ligaments, tendons, or joint capsules to the bone. The suture anchor system thereby stabilizes the damaged soft {4}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/4/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for CONMED Corporation. The logo features a blue abstract shape on the left, followed by the word "CONMED" in a bold, sans-serif font. Below the word "CONMED" is the word "CORPORATION" in a smaller, sans-serif font, underlined by a thin blue line. The logo is clean and professional, suggesting a company in the medical or technology field. tissue, in conjunction with appropriate postoperative immobilization, throughout the healing period. ### COMPARISION OF THE TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE V. PREDICATE DEVICE CONMED's CuffLink Implant System is substantially equivalent in design, manufacturing materials, intended use, principles of operation, and technical characteristics to the CONMED CrossFT Knotless and Y-Knot RC Suture Anchors and raises no new issues of safety or effectiveness. The similarities and differences between the predicate and proposed sterilization trays are the following- | | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Reference Device | |---------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | | CuffLink Implant System | CrossFT Knotless Suture Anchor | Y-Knot RC Suture Anchor | | 510k Number | TBD | K163258 | K133224 | | Manufacturer | CONMED Corporation | | | | Intended Use | Intended to reattach soft tissue to bone in orthopedic surgical procedures. | | | | Indications for Use | The device may be used in either arthroscopic or open surgical procedures. After the suture is anchored to the bone, it may be used to reattach soft tissue, such as ligaments, tendons, or joint capsules to the bone. The suture anchor system thereby stabilizes the damaged soft tissue, in conjunction with the appropriate postoperative immobilization, throughout the healing | The device may be used in either arthroscopic or open procedures. After the suture is anchored to the bone, it may be used to reattach soft tissue, such as ligaments, tendons, or joint capsules to the bone. The suture anchor system thereby stabilizes the damaged soft tissue, in conjunction with appropriate postoperative immobilization, throughout the healing | The device may be used in either arthroscopic or open surgical procedures. After the suture strands are anchored to the bone, they may be used to reattach soft tissue, such as ligaments, tendons or joint capsules to the bone. In conjunction with appropriate post-operative immobilization throughout the healing period, the suture anchor systems stabilize the damaged soft | | | period. | period. | tissue | | Contraindications | 1. Pathological conditions of bone which would adversely affect the CuffLink Implant System. 2. Pathological conditions in the soft tissue to be repaired | 1. Pathological conditions of bone which would adversely affect the CrossFT Knotless Suture Anchor. 2. Pathological conditions in the soft tissue to be repaired | 1. Pathological conditions of bone which would adversely affect the Y-Knot Anchors. 2. Pathological conditions in the soft tissue to be repaired or | | | or reconstructed which would adversely affect suture fixation. 3. Physical conditions that would eliminate, or tend to eliminate, adequate implant support or retard healing. 4. Conditions which tend to limit the patient's ability or willingness to restrict activities or follow directions during the healing period. 5. Attachment of artificial ligaments or other implants. 6. Foreign body sensitivity, known or suspected allergies to implant and/or instrument materials. 7. This device is not approved for screw attachment or fixation to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic or lumbar spine. | or reconstructed which would adversely affect suture fixation. 3. Physical conditions that would eliminate, or tend to eliminate, adequate implant support or retard healing. 4. Conditions which tend to limit the patient's ability or willingness to restrict activities or follow directions during the healing period. 5. Attachment of artificial ligaments or other implants. 6. Foreign body sensitivity, known or suspected allergies to implant and/or instrument materials. 7. This device is not approved for screw attachment or fixation to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic or lumbar spine. | reconstructed which would adversely affect suture fixation. 3. Physical conditions that would eliminate, or tend to eliminate, adequate implant support or retard healing. 4. Conditions which tend to limit the patient's ability or willingness to restrict activities or follow directions during the healing period. 5. Attachment of artificial ligaments or other implants. 6. Foreign body sensitivity, known or suspected allergies to implant and/or instrument materials. 7. This device is not approved for screw attachment or fixation to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the cervical, thoracic or lumbar spine. 8. Patients with active sepsis or infection. | | How Supplied | Sterile, Kit (anchor implants, instrumentation, suture) | | Sterile anchor with delivery system | | Reuse/Sterilization | Single-Use | | | | Shelf-Life | 18 month | | 5-years | | Principle of Operation | | For soft tissue to bone fixation | | | Biocompatibility | In accordance with ISO 10993-1 and FDA# G95-1 | | | | Packaging | Multiple implants packaged in a tray to | Packaged as a single device | | {5}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/5/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for Conmed Corporation. The logo features a blue square with a white, stylized "C" shape inside. To the right of the square, the word "CONMED" is written in a bold, black font. Below the word "CONMED", the word "CORPORATION" is written in a smaller, gray font. {6}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/6/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for Conmed Corporation. The logo features a blue, stylized "C" shape on the left. To the right of the "C" is the word "CONMED" in a bold, sans-serif font, with a horizontal line underneath. Below the line is the word "CORPORATION" in a smaller, sans-serif font. | | include a broaching punch and Hi-Fi Suture | | | |-----------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------| | Materials | PEEK Optima, UHMWPE, polyester, and nylon suture, stainless steel, polycarbonate | PEEK Optima, UHMWPE suture, stainless steel, polycarbonate, nitinol | UHMWPE, polyester, and nylon suture tape, stainless steel | #### VI. PERFORMANCE DATA Testing has been completed to demonstrate that the Cufflink Implant System performs as intended and is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. The bacterial endotoxin testing was conducted and met the limits. Completed test data includes the following: - Biocompatibility - - Packaging - - User Validation - - Shelf-life — - -Sterilization - -Transportation - Pyrogenicity - #### VII. CONCLUSION CONMED's Cufflink Implant System is either substantially equivalent or identical in design, manufacturing materials, intended use, principles of operation, and technical characteristics to the CrossFT Knotless Suture Anchor w/Disposable Driver. Based upon the findings of our performance testing, the differences present no new issues of safety and is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.