OPUS SPINAL SYSTEM

K993402 · Howmedica Osteonics Corp. · MNI · Dec 20, 1999 · Orthopedic

Device Facts

• Record ID: K993402
• Device Name: OPUS SPINAL SYSTEM
• Applicant: Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
• Product Code: MNI · Orthopedic
• Decision Date: Dec 20, 1999
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 888.3070
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

When used as a pedicle screw fixation system of the non-cervical posterior spine in skeletally mature patients, the Opus™ Spinal System is indicated for one or more of the following: degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurological impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis). In addition, the Opus™ Spinal System is indicated for pedicle screw fixation in skeletally mature patients with severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) at the L5-S1 joint, having fusions using autogenous bone graft, having the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (with pedicle placement at L3 and below) with removal of the implants after the development of a solid fusion mass.

Device Story

Opus™ Spinal System is a spinal fixation appliance for non-cervical posterior spine stabilization. System components include conical/cylindrical bone screws, 6mm diameter rods, lateral connectors, and 2-3 hole plates. Screws feature distal cancellous threads and proximal metric threads. Components are implanted by surgeons to provide mechanical support during spinal fusion procedures. Device provides rigid fixation to facilitate bone healing in conditions like scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis. Implants are intended for removal after solid fusion mass development in specific severe spondylolisthesis cases.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Fatigue and static testing were performed to demonstrate that the mechanical and endurance properties of the Opus™ Spinal System are comparable to the predicate device.

Technological Characteristics

Materials: ISO 5832/3 (ASTM F-136-96) titanium alloy (Ti6Al-4V ELI). Components: Conical/cylindrical screws, 6mm diameter rods, lateral connectors, plates. Design: Threaded screws, rod/plate assembly via nuts/washers. Non-active, mechanical fixation system.

Indications for Use

Indicated for skeletally mature patients requiring pedicle screw fixation in the non-cervical posterior spine for degenerative spondylolisthesis with neurological impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, or pseudarthrosis. Also indicated for severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3-4) at L5-S1 with autogenous bone graft fusion, attached to lumbar/sacral spine (L3 and below), with planned implant removal after fusion.

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.

Predicate Devices

• Osteonics® Spinal System (K951725)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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K993402

# 510(k) - Premarket Notification Summary of Safety and Effectiveness for the Opus™ Spinal System

#### Submission Information

| Name and Address of the Sponsor<br>of the 510(k) Submission: | Howmedica Osteonics Corp.<br>59 Route 17<br>Allendale, NJ 07401-1677 |
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| Contact Person: | Mary-Catherine Dillon<br>Regulatory Affairs Specialist |
| Date of Summary Preparation: | September 30, 1999 |
| Device Identification | |
| Proprietary Name: | Opus™ Spinal System |
| Common Name: | Spinal Fixation Appliance |
| Classification Name and Reference: | Spinal Interlaminal Fixation Orthosis<br>21 CFR §888.3050 |

#### Predicate Device Identification

The features of the Opus" Spinal System are substantially equivalent to features of the following Howmedica Osteonics predicate device, which has been cleared for marketing via the 510(k) process (K951725):

- · Osteonics® Spinal System
#### Device Description

The Opus" Spinal System is a spinal fixation device for the noncervical spine. All components are manufactured from ISO 5832/3 (equivalent to ASTM F-136-96) titanium alloy (Ti6Al-4V ELL). The system consists of conical and cylindrical screws, rods, lateral connectors, and plates.

Bone Screws: These screws are threaded at both the distal and the proximal ends. The distal aspect of the screws features cancellous bone threads. The proximal aspect of the screws features standard metric threads. The area between the proximal and distal threads has a hexagonal cross-section used to remove the screw. Screws are available in a variety of diameters and lengths. Additionally, the screws are available in extended proximal length and/or extended hexagonal section configurations.

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Rods: The spinal rods are 6mm in diameter and range in length from 40mm to 480mm. A 600mm rod is also available. Rods are assembled to the screws through the use of a lateral connector and a rod nut.

Plates: The plates have 2 or 3 holes and their lengths range from 41mm to 75mm. Plates are assembled to the screws through the use of a washer and a plate nut.

## Intended Use:

- · When used as a pedicle screw fixation system of the non-cevical posterior spine in skeletally mature patients, the Opus" Spinal System is indicated for one or more of the following: degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurological impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis).
- · In addition, the Opus" Spinal System is indicated for pedicle screw fixation in skeletally mature patients with severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) at the L5-S1 joint, having fusions using autogenous bone graft, having the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (with pedicle placement at L3 and below) with removal of the implants after the development of a solid fusion mass.

### Statement of Technological Comparison:

The components of the Opus" Spinal System share the same material (titanium alloy (Ti6Al-4V ELI)), intended uses, and basic design concepts as those of the predicate Osteonics® Spinal System. Fatigue and static testing demonstrates the comparable mechanical and endurance properties of these components.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

DEC 20 1999

Ms. Mary-Catherine Dillon Regulatory Affairs Team Member Howmedica Osteonics 59 Route 17 Allendale, New Jersey 07401-1677

Re: K993402 Trade Name: Opus™ Spinal System Regulatory Class: II Product Codes: MNI and MNH Dated: October 6, 1999 Received: October 8, 1999

Dear Ms. Dillon:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we 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). 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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Neil RP Ogden
James E. Dillard III

James E. Dillard II Acting Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known): K 99 3402

Device Name: Opus™ Spinal System

Indications For Use:

- · When used as a pedicle screw fixation system of the non-cervical posterior spine in skeletally mature patients, the Opus" Spinal System is indicated for one or more of the following: degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurological impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis).
- · In addition, the Opus™ Spinal System is indicated for pedicle screw fixation in skeletally mature patients with severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) at the L5-S1 joint, having fusions using autogenous bone graft, having the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (with pedicle placement at L3 and below) with removal of the implants after the development of a solid fusion mass.

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