POSTERIOR CABLE SCREW
Device Facts
| Record ID | K022908 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | POSTERIOR CABLE SCREW |
| Applicant | Pioneer Surgical Technology |
| Product Code | MNI · Orthopedic |
| Decision Date | Jan 22, 2004 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 888.3070 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Intended Use
The Posterior Cable Screw System is designed as an adjunct to any stainless steel, rigid, posterior fixation cleared/approved for trauma and spondylolisthesis and is intended to reduce pars defect and to stabilize the spinal operative site during fusion procedures. A spinous process Grommet is included as part of the system. The system is designed as an adjunct to any stainless steel, rigid, posterior fixation and is indicated for the following: - Defect of the pars interarticularis . - Spondylolithesis . The Posterior Cable Screw System is indicated for pedicle screw attachment for these indications between T1 and the sacrum. Cables and spinous process Grommets may be used for interspinous wiring if additional stability is needed.
Device Story
Posterior Cable Screw System; spinal fixation hardware; includes cable screws and spinous process grommets. Used as adjunct to rigid stainless steel posterior fixation systems; stabilizes spinal operative site during fusion; reduces pars defects. Operates via mechanical fixation; pedicle screw attachment; interspinous wiring. Used in surgical setting by surgeons. Benefits patient by providing supplemental stability to primary fixation constructs.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only.
Technological Characteristics
Implant grade stainless steel (ASTM F138 and ISO 5832-1). System includes cable screws and spinous process grommets. Mechanical fixation device; no software or energy source.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring spinal stabilization for defect of the pars interarticularis or spondylolisthesis. Used as an adjunct to rigid stainless steel posterior fixation systems between T1 and the sacrum. Cables and grommets may be used for interspinous wiring for additional stability.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
(1) Rigid pedicle screw systems are comprised of multiple components, made from a variety of materials that allow the surgeon to build an implant system to fit the patient's anatomical and physiological requirements. Such a spinal implant assembly consists of a combination of screws, longitudinal members (e.g., plates, rods including dual diameter rods, plate/rod combinations), transverse or cross connectors, and interconnection mechanisms (e.g., rod-to-rod connectors, offset connectors).(2) Semi-rigid systems are defined as systems that contain one or more of the following features (including but not limited to): Non-uniform longitudinal elements, or features that allow more motion or flexibility compared to rigid systems.
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls), when intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine: severe spondylolisthesis (grades 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebra; degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment; fracture; dislocation; scoliosis; kyphosis; spinal tumor; and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis). These pedicle screw spinal systems must comply with the following special controls:(i) Compliance with material standards; (ii) Compliance with mechanical testing standards; (iii) Compliance with biocompatibility standards; and (iv) Labeling that contains these two statements in addition to other appropriate labeling information: “Warning: The safety and effectiveness of pedicle screw spinal systems have been established only for spinal conditions with significant mechanical instability or deformity requiring fusion with instrumentation. These conditions are significant mechanical instability or deformity of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine secondary to severe spondylolisthesis (grades 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebra, degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis). The safety and effectiveness of these devices for any other conditions are unknown.” “Precaution: The implantation of pedicle screw spinal systems should be performed only by experienced spinal surgeons with specific training in the use of this pedicle screw spinal system because this is a technically demanding procedure presenting a risk of serious injury to the patient.” (2) Class II (special controls), when a rigid pedicle screw system is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of degenerative disc disease and spondylolisthesis other than either severe spondylolisthesis (grades 3 and 4) at L5-S1 or degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment. These pedicle screw systems must comply with the following special controls: (i) The design characteristics of the device, including engineering schematics, must ensure that the geometry and material composition are consistent with the intended use. (ii) Non-clinical performance testing must demonstrate the mechanical function and durability of the implant. (iii) Device components must be demonstrated to be biocompatible. (iv) Validation testing must demonstrate the cleanliness and sterility of, or the ability to clean and sterilize, the device components and device-specific instruments. (v) Labeling must include the following: (A) A clear description of the technological features of the device including identification of device materials and the principles of device operation; (B) Intended use and indications for use, including levels of fixation; (C) Identification of magnetic resonance (MR) compatibility status; (D) Cleaning and sterilization instructions for devices and instruments that are provided non-sterile to the end user; and (E) Detailed instructions of each surgical step, including device removal. (3) Class II (special controls), when a semi-rigid system is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine as an adjunct to fusion for any indication. In addition to complying with the special controls in paragraphs (b)(2)(i) through (v) of this section, these pedicle screw systems must comply with the following special controls: (i) Demonstration that clinical performance characteristics of the device support the intended use of the product, including assessment of fusion compared to a clinically acceptable fusion rate. (ii) Semi-rigid systems marketed prior to the effective date of this reclassification must submit an amendment to their previously cleared premarket notification (510(k)) demonstrating compliance with the special controls in paragraphs (b)(2)(i) through (v) and paragraph (b)(3)(i) of this section.
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