K Number
K061620
Date Cleared
2006-07-26

(47 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3040
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The Intended Use of the IFS Cannulated Bone Screw is for the treatment of bone fractures, such as fractures of the tarsals and metatarsals, and for metatarsals and phalangeal osteotomies and arthrodses of the hand and foot.

Device Description

The IFS Cannulated Screw is a self-tapping, self-drilling screw with a cancellous thread that can be guided into position by guidewire placement. Partial or fully threaded screws are available in 3.0mm, 3.5mm, and 4.0mm thread diameters and 10mm to 75mm in length.

AI/ML Overview

The provided document is a 510(k) summary for a medical device called the "IFS Cannulated Bone Screw". This type of document is for demonstrating substantial equivalence to a predicate device, not for presenting a study proving a device meets specific acceptance criteria related to its performance in a clinical or diagnostic context.

Therefore, many of the requested sections (e.g., sample size for test set, data provenance, number of experts, adjudication method, MRMC study, standalone performance, ground truth types, training set sample size, how training set ground truth was established) are not applicable to the information contained within this document. The document focuses on regulatory compliance and comparison to existing, legally marketed devices.

However, I can extract the acceptance criteria as implied by the substantial equivalence declaration.

Here's a breakdown of the requested information based on the provided document:

Acceptance Criteria and Device Performance for IFS Cannulated Bone Screw

There are no explicit "acceptance criteria" and "device performance" metrics in the conventional sense (e.g., sensitivity, specificity, accuracy) detailed in this 510(k) summary. Instead, the "acceptance criteria" for this submission are implicit in demonstrating substantial equivalence to a predicate device. The "study" described is a comparison of design attributes, materials, and intended use.

1. Table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance:

Feature/CriterionAcceptance Standard (Implied by Substantial Equivalence)Reported Device Performance (IFS Cannulated Bone Screw)
Design CharacteristicsSimilar design attributes to predicate devices (e.g., self-tapping, self-drilling, cancellous thread, guidewire placement).Self-tapping, self-drilling screw with a cancellous thread, guided by guidewire placement. Available in partial or fully threaded; 3.0mm, 3.5mm, 4.0mm thread diameters; 10mm to 75mm length.
MaterialSame or equivalent material as predicate devices.316L (same as the primary predicate device, Precimed Cannulated Screw System).
Intended Use/Indications for UseSame intended use/indications for use as predicate devices.Treatment of bone fractures, such as fractures of the tarsals and metatarsals, and for metatarsals and phalangeal osteotomies and arthrodeses of the hand and foot (identical to the primary predicate device).
SterilizationDistributed non-sterile, with instructions for end-user sterilization per recognized standards to achieve a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10⁻⁶.Distributed non-sterile. Sterilized by the end user per AAMI Guidelines "Good Hospital Practice: Steam Sterilization and Sterility Assurance" and ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11737 guidelines to achieve SAL of 10⁻⁶.
Performance (Mechanical/Functional)Functionally equivalent to predicate devices, implying similar mechanical performance for bone fixation in the specified anatomical regions (not explicitly detailed).Stated to have similar design attributes, material, and intended use as predicate devices, thus inferring equivalent function and performance for bone fixation. No specific mechanical test results are reported in this summary.

2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance:

  • Not Applicable. This document does not describe a clinical study with a test set of human subjects or data. The "study" primarily consists of a comparison of device characteristics against predicate devices for regulatory clearance.

3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts:

  • Not Applicable. No ground truth establishment by experts is described in this regulatory submission for a clinical test set.

4. Adjudication method for the test set:

  • Not Applicable. No clinical test set or adjudication process is described.

5. If a multi reader multi case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance:

  • Not Applicable. This device is a bone screw, not an AI-assisted diagnostic tool.

6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done:

  • Not Applicable. This is a physical medical device, not a standalone algorithm.

7. The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc.):

  • Not Applicable. The ground truth in this context is the established safety and effectiveness of the predicate devices based on their prior regulatory clearance and market history. The submission argues that the new device is "substantially equivalent" to these known and accepted devices.

8. The sample size for the training set:

  • Not Applicable. This document does not describe the development or training of an algorithm.

9. How the ground truth for the training set was established:

  • Not Applicable. No training set or ground truth establishment for a training set is described.

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JUL 2 6 2006

5619 N.W. 74th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33166

Internal Fixation Systems, Inc. 510(k) Summary

Company Name:Internal Fixation Systems, Inc.5619 N.W. 74th AvenueMiami, Florida 33166
Contact Name:Steve Hernandez5619 N.W. 74th AvenueMiami, Florida 33166Phone (305) 216-4766Fax (305) 887-7340
Trade Name:IFS Cannulated Bone Screw
Common Name:Cannulated Bone Screw
Regulation Name:Smooth or Threaded Metallic Bone Fixation Fastener
Regulation Number:21 CFR 888.3040
Regulatory Class:II
Device ProductCode:HWC
SubstantiallyEquivalent Devices:ManufacturerTrade Name510(k) Number
Precimed, Inc.Precimed CannulatedScrew SystemK050754
Nexa OrthopedicsNexa Bone Screw SystemK053394
aap Implants, Inc.aap Cannulated ScrewK990776
Ortho-Pro LLCCannulated Bone ScrewsK042310
Vilex, Inc.Vilex Cannulated ScrewsK991151K991197

Device Description:

The IFS Cannulated Screw is a self-tapping, self-drilling screw

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5619 N.W. 74th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33166

with a cancellous thread that can be guided into position by guidewire placement. Partial or fully threaded screws are available in 3.0mm, 3.5mm, and 4.0mm thread diameters and 10mm to 75mm in length.

The intended use of the IFS Cannulated Bone Screw is for the Intended Use: treatment of bone fractures, such as fractures of the tarsals and metatarsals, and for metatarsals and phalangeal osteotomies and arthrodses of the hand and foot.

ItemInternal Fixation Systems, Inc.Precimed, Inc
Product NameIFS Cannulated Bone ScrewPrecimed Cannulated Screw System
UseSingle UseSingle Use
Fixation TypeScrewScrew
Material316L316L
SizesVarious diameters and lengths for small bone fracturesVarious diameters and lengths for small bone fractures
Indications for UseThe IFS Cannulated Bone Screw is indicated for use in the treatment of bone fractures, such as fractures of the tarsals and metatarsals, and for metatarsals and phalangeal osteotomies and arthrodses of the hand and foot.The Precimed Cannulated Screw System is indicated for use in the treatment of bone fractures, such as fractures of the tarsals and metatarsals, and for metatarsals and phalangeal osteotomies and arthrodses of the hand and foot.

Technological The IFS Cannulated Bone Screws are substantially equivalent to Characteristics the predicate devices with respect to design, material, and Comparison: indications for use.

Sterilization IFS Cannulated Bone Screws (devices) will be distributed nonsterile. The devices are sterilized by the end user per the AAMI Information: Guidelines "Good Hospital Practice: Steam Sterilization and Sterility Assurance" and ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11737 guidelines to achieve the Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10 °.

  • Conclusion: There are no significant differences between the Precimed Cannulated Screw System and the other devices as listed in the Substantially Equivalent Devices. The IFS device and the predicate devices have similar design attributes, material, and intended use thus is substantially equivalent.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

JUL 26 2006

Internal Fixation Systems, Inc. % Mr. Steve Hernandez President 5619 N.W. 74th Avenue Miami, Florida 33166

Re: K061620

Trade/Device Name: IFS Cannulated Bone Screw Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3040 Regulation Name: Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class: II Product Code: HWC Dated: June 6, 2006 Received: June 9, 2006

Dear Mr. Hernandez:

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. Iisting 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 mav 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 of 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 clectronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act): 21 CFR 1000-1050.

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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 Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). 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. Melkerson Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known):

Device Name: IFS Cannulated Bone Screw

Indications For Use: The Intended Use of the IFS Cannulated Bone Screw is for the treatment of bone fractures, such as fractures of the tarsals and metatarsals, and for metatarsals and phalangeal osteotomies and arthrodses of the hand and foot.

Prescription Use × (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

AND/OR

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

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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§ 888.3040 Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener.

(a)
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.(b)
Classification. Class II.