← Product Code [GAT](/submissions/SU/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/GAT) · K073149 # MENISCAL CINCH (K073149) _Arthrex, Inc. · GAT · Feb 11, 2008 · General, Plastic Surgery · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/SU/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/GAT/K073149 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Arthrex, Inc. - **Product Code:** [GAT](/submissions/SU/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/GAT.md) - **Decision Date:** Feb 11, 2008 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 878.5000 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** General, Plastic Surgery - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Intended Use The Arthrex Meniscal Cinch is an implantable suture retention device which facilitates percutaneous or endoscopic soft tissue repairs, including the repair of meniscal tears. ## Device Story Arthrex Meniscal Cinch is an implantable suture retention device used for percutaneous or endoscopic soft tissue repair, including meniscal tears. Device consists of FiberWire suture and small PEEK tubes. Used by surgeons in clinical settings to facilitate tissue fixation. Operates as a mechanical fastener to secure soft tissue; no electronic or software components. Benefits include minimally invasive repair of meniscal tears. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; substantial equivalence supported by bench testing. ## Technological Characteristics Implantable suture retention device. Materials: FiberWire suture and PEEK (polyetheretherketone) tubes. Mechanical fixation principle. Non-electronic, non-software device. ## Regulatory Identification Nonabsorbable poly(ethylene terephthalate) surgical suture is a multifilament, nonabsorbable, sterile, flexible thread prepared from fibers of high molecular weight, long-chain, linear polyesters having recurrent aromatic rings as an integral component and is indicated for use in soft tissue approximation. The poly(ethylene terephthalate) surgical suture meets U.S.P. requirements as described in the U.S.P. Monograph for Nonabsorbable Surgical Sutures; it may be provided uncoated or coated; and it may be undyed or dyed with an appropriate FDA listed color additive. Also, the suture may be provided with or without a standard needle attached. ## Special Controls *Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Surgical Sutures; Guidance for Industry and FDA.” See § 878.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document. ## Predicate Devices - Smith & Nephew ULTRA FAST-FIX & ULTRA FAST-FIX AB Meniscal Repair Systems ([K072322](/device/K072322.md)) ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0}------------------------------------------------ ## K073149 pg 1 ct 1 ## defective Table 1 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness | Manufacturer/Sponsor | Arthrex, Inc. 1370 Creekside Boulevard Naples, Florida 34108-1945 | |----------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 510(k) Contact | Ann Waterhouse, RAC
Regulatory Affairs Project Manager
Telephone: 239/643.5553, ext. 1179
Fax: 239/598.5508
Email: awaterhouse@arthrex.com | | Trade Name | Meniscal Cinch | | Common Name | Suture, non-degradable,
Fastener, Fixation, non-degradable soft tissue | | Product Code | GAT
MBI | | Predicate Devices | K072322, Smith & Nephew ULTRA FAST-FIX & ULTRA FAST-FIX
AB Meniscal Repair Systems | | Device Description and
Intended Use | The Arthrex Meniscal Cinch is an implantable suture retention
device consisting of FiberWire suture and small PEEK tubes. The
FiberWire suture is offered in a #2-0 size.
The Arthrex Meniscal Cinch is an implantable suture retention
device which facilitates percutaneous or endoscopic soft tissue
repairs, including the repair of meniscal tears. | | Substantial Equivalence
Summary | Testing of the Arthrex Meniscal Cinch compared to that of the
predicate K072322 FAST-Fix support the common functionality and
intended use as well as substantial equivalence of the device.
The Arthrex Meniscal Cinch is substantially equivalent to predicate
devices where the basic features and intended uses are the same.
Minor differences between the Arthrex Meniscal Cinch and the
predicate device do not raise any questions concerning safety and
effectiveness and has no apparent effect on the performance,
function, or intended use of this device. | {1}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/1/Picture/1 description: The image is a black and white logo for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The logo features a stylized eagle or bird-like symbol with three curved lines representing its wings or feathers. The text "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES • USA" is arranged in a circular pattern around the bird symbol. FEB 11 2008 Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 Arthrex, Inc. % Ms. Ann Waterhouse 1370 Creekside Blvd. Naples, FL 34108 K073149 Re: Trade/Device Name: Arthrex Meniscal Cinch Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.5000 Regulation Name: Nonabsorbable poly(ethylene terephthalate) surgical suture Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GAT, MBI Dated: February 4, 2008 Received: February 5, 2008 Dear Ms. Waterhouse: 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, Jrug, 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. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), 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 898. In addition. FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. 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 aft 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); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the ecoloric product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. {2}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 - Ms. Ann Waterhouse This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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), please contact the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding postmarket surveillance, please contact CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometric's (OSB's) Division of Postmarket Surveillance at (240) 276-3474. For questions regarding the reporting of device adverse events (Medical Device Reporting (MDR)), please contact the Division of Surveillance Systems at (240) 276-3464. You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (240) 276-3150 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html. Sincerely yours, Mark N. Mulkerson Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3}------------------------------------------------ ## Indications for Use 510(k) Number: K073149 Device Name: Arthrex Meniscal Cinch The Arthrex Meniscal Cinch is an implantable suture retention device which facilitates percutaneous or endoscopic soft tissue repairs, including the repair of meniscal tears. 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