K Number
K070050
Date Cleared
2007-05-23

(139 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3358
Predicate For
N/A
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

Joint replacement is indicated for patients suffering from disability due to:

  • noninflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis of the natural femoral head;
  • rheumatoid arthritis;
  • correction of functional deformity;
  • femoral fracture.
    This device may also be indicated in the salvage of previously failed surgical attempts.
    The Encore hip systems are for total hip replacement except for the bipolar or unipolar hip systems which are for hemiarthroplasty applications. The CLP Offset, CLP-R, and Stamina hip systems are for either total or hemi-applications.
Device Description

The modification consists of a change to the Instructions for Use for the devices listed above to minimize the necessity for multiple IFU's and to update the contents to reflect current practice.

AI/ML Overview

This document is a 510(k) Premarket Notification from Encore Medical, L.P. to the FDA for a change to their "Encore Medical Hip System IFU" (Instructions For Use). It is not a study proving device performance against acceptance criteria for a new device.

The FDA letter (K070050) explicitly states: "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..." This indicates a substantial equivalence determination, not an assessment of a device's performance against specific acceptance criteria through a study.

Therefore, most of the requested information regarding acceptance criteria, study design, sample sizes, expert involvement, and ground truth cannot be extracted from this document, as this type of documentation is typically associated with performance studies for new or significantly modified medical devices, especially those requiring clinical trials or rigorous testing.

Here's an explanation based on the provided text:

  • This submission is for a change to the Instructions for Use (IFU), not for a new device or a significant modification requiring a new performance study. The core devices (various hip systems) were cleared previously under different 510(k) numbers (e.g., K910010, K934169, K962560, etc.).
  • The criteria for clearance in this K070050 submission are primarily related to "substantial equivalence" to legally marketed predicate devices, meaning the modified IFU (and implicitly the affected devices) are as safe and effective as predicate devices. The comparable features highlighted are "same materials, design, indications, packaging, and sterilization."

In summary, there is no performance study described in this document against a set of acceptance criteria, as this is a filing for an IFU update based on substantial equivalence to previously cleared devices.

However, I can extract information related to the "Indications for Use" which serve as a type of acceptance criteria for patient suitability for the device, and the comparable features to predicate devices which form the basis of the substantial equivalence determination.


Analysis of Provided Document:

This document describes a 510(k) premarket notification regarding a modification to the Instructions for Use (IFU) for the Encore Medical Hip System. This is not a study demonstrating device performance against acceptance criteria in the way you've described (e.g., for a novel AI algorithm or a new physical device requiring a clinical performance study).

The FDA's clearance (K070050) is based on a determination of substantial equivalence to previously cleared predicate devices. Therefore, the "acceptance criteria" here are largely implicit in the claim of substantial equivalence and relate to the device's design, materials, indications, packaging, and sterilization being comparable to existing devices. This document does not contain efficacy or performance data from a study designed to meet specific metrics.


1. A table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance

Since this is an IFU update for existing, substantially equivalent devices, there are no new performance acceptance criteria or reported device performance results from a dedicated study in this document. The "criteria" are primarily the established indications for use, which define when the device should be used.

Acceptance Criteria (Indications for Use)Reported Device Performance (N/A - Substantial Equivalence Claim)
Joint replacement is indicated for patients suffering from disability due to:Performance is considered substantially equivalent to predicate devices based on comparable features (materials, design, indications, packaging, sterilization). This document does not present new performance data.
- noninflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis of the natural femoral head;
- rheumatoid arthritis;
- correction of functional deformity;
- femoral fracture.
This device may also be indicated in the salvage of previously failed surgical attempts.
The Encore hip systems are for total hip replacement except for the bipolar or unipolar hip systems which are for hemi-arthroplasty applications. The CLP Offset, CLP-R, and Stamina hip systems are for either total or hemi-applications. Specific systems are indicated for Cementless, Cemented, or either Cemented/Cementless applications as listed in the document. (These define appropriate usage rather than performance metrics).

2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance (e.g. country of origin of the data, retrospective or prospective)

  • Not applicable (N/A): This document does not describe a performance study with a test set. The clearance is based on substantial equivalence.

3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts (e.g. radiologist with 10 years of experience)

  • Not applicable (N/A): No test set or ground truth establishment is described in this document.

4. Adjudication method (e.g. 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set

  • Not applicable (N/A): No test set or adjudication method 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 (N/A): This device relates to hip implants, not an AI software. No MRMC study was conducted or described in this document.

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

  • Not applicable (N/A): This is not an AI algorithm.

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

  • Not applicable (N/A): No ground truth is described, as there is no performance study. The "truth" for this submission is that the updated IFU accurately reflects the device's intended use and that the device itself is substantially equivalent to predicates.

8. The sample size for the training set

  • Not applicable (N/A): No training set is described.

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

  • Not applicable (N/A): No training set or ground truth establishment is described.

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Summary of Safety and Effectiveness

Date: April 18, 2007

Manufacturer: Encore Medical, L.P. 9800 Metric Blvd Austin, TX 78758

Contact Person: Teffany Hutto Regulatory Affairs Specialist Phone: (512) 834-6255 Fax: (512) 834-6313 Email: Teffany Hutto@encoremed.com

Product510(k) Number, Clearance Date, ClassificationProduct Code
CLP I (Q System 28 Hip Stem) & CLP-RK910010 – March 12, 1991Class IILWJ
All Poly Acetabular CupK934169 – May 3, 1994K942611 – September 28, 1994Class IIJDI
Foundation Cemented Hip StemK935449 – March 30, 1995Class IIJDI
BipolarK953510 – August 9, 1995Class IIKWY
Vitality Hip StemK962560 – September 19, 1996Class IIJDI
Foundation Press-Fit Hip Stem & CoCr Femoral HeadsK973302 – December 2, 1997Class IILPH, LZO
Unipolar with Modular Neck Length SleevesK973614 – December 18, 1997Class IIKWI
Revelation Hip StemK973685 – December 19, 1997Class IILPH
Foundation Fracture Hip StemK973809 – January 2, 1998Class IILWJ
FMP Acetabular Shells (Spiked, Hemispherical, and Flared)K974093, K974095, and K973119 –January 28, 1998Class IILPH
Lincar Hip StemK974294 – January 12, 1998Class IILPH, LZO
Stamina Hip StemK980473 – April 16, 1998Class IILZO, LWJ, KWY
Keystone Modular Hip StemK000521 – May 10, 2000Class IILPH
ALFA II (Omega II Modular Total Hip System) & ModularFemoral NeckK000817 – June 8, 2000Class IIJDI, LPH
R120 (R120 Modular Total Hip System)K011774 – September 5, 2001Class IIJDI, LPH
R120 PC (R120 Modular Total Hip System)K021822 – July 23, 2002Class IIJDI, LPH
FMP Constrained Acetabular LinersK023794 – April 1, 2003Class IIKWZ
Product CodeRegulation and Classification Name
LWJHip joint femoral (hemi-hip) metallic cemented or uncemented prosthesis per 21 CFR 888.3360
JDIHip joint metal/polymer semi-constrained cemented prosthesis per 21 CFR 888.3350
KWYHip joint femoral (hemi-hip) metal/polymer cemented or uncemented prosthesis per 21 CFR 888.3390
LPHHip joint metal/polymer/metal semi-constrained porous coated uncemented prosthesis per 21 CFR 888.3358
LZOHip joint metal/ceramic/polymer semi-constrained cemented or nonporous uncemented prosthesis, per 21 CFR 888.3353
KWLHip joint femoral (hemi-hip) metallic cemented or uncemented prosthesis per 21 CFR 888.3360
KWZHip joint metal/polymer constrained cemented or uncemented prosthesis per 21 CFR 888.3310

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Summary of Safety and Effectiveness - cont. Encore Medical - Hip System IFU

The modification consists of a change to the Instructions for Use for the devices Description: listed above to minimize the necessity for multiple IFU's and to update the contents to reflect current practice.

Joint replacement is indicated for patients suffering from disability due to:

  • noninflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis . of the natural femoral head;
  • rheumatoid arthritis; .
  • correction of functional deformity; .
  • femoral fracture .

This device may also be indicated in the salvage of previously failed surgical attempts.

The Encore hip systems are for total hip replacement except for the bipolar or unipolar hip systems which are for hemi-arthroplasty applications. The CLP Offset, CLP-R, and Stamina hip systems are for either total or hemi-applications.

The following Hip Systems are for Cementless application:

LinearStamina
Foundation Press-FitCLP Offset
Keystone ModularCLP I
RevelationFoundation Fracture

The following hip systems are for cemented application: Foundation Cemented Vitality

The following hip systems are for either cementless applications: CLP R Alpha II R120 PC R120

Comparable Features to Predicate Device(s): Features comparable to predicate devices include the same materials, design, indications, packaging, and sterilization.

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

MAY 2 3 2007

Encore Medical, L.P. % Ms. Teffany Hutto Regulatory Affairs Specialist 9800 Metric Boulevard Austin, Texas 78758

Re: K070050

Trade/Device Name: Encore Medical Hip System IFU Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3358 Regulation Name: Hip joint metal/polymer/metal semi-constrained porous-coated uncemented prosthesis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LPH, LWJ, LZO, JDI, KWY, KWL, KWZ Dated: April 18, 2007 Received: May 9, 2007

Dear Ms. Hutto:

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.

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 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 electronic 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.

barbare Rouchup

Mark N. Melk 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): ___K070050

Device Name: Encore Medical Hip System IFU

Indications for Use:

Joint replacement is indicated for patients suffering from disability due to:

  • noninflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis of the natural femoral . head;
  • rheumatoid arthritis; .
  • correction of functional deformity;

(Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

  • femoral fracture .
    This device may also be indicated in the salvage of previously failed surgical attempts.

The Encore hip systems are for total hip replacement except for the bipolar or unipolar hip systems which are for hemiarthroplasty applications. The CLP Offset, CLP-R, and Stamina hip systems are for either total or hemi-applications.

The following Hip Systems are for Cementless application:
LinearStaminaKeystone ModularRevelation
Foundation Press-FitCLP OffsetCLP IFoundation Fracture
The following hip systems are for cemented application:
VitalityFoundation Cemented
The following hip systems are for either cemented or cementless applications:
Alpha IICLP RR120R120PC
Prescription UseXAND/OROver-The-Counter Use

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AND/OR

Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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(21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

(Posted November 13, 2003)

510(k) Number.

§ 888.3358 Hip joint metal/polymer/metal semi-constrained porous-coated uncemented prosthesis.

(a)
Identification. A hip joint metal/polymer/metal semi-constrained porous-coated uncemented prosthesis is a device intended to be implanted to replace a hip joint. The device limits translation and rotation in one or more planes via the geometry of its articulating surfaces. It has no linkage across the joint. This generic type of device has a femoral component made of a cobalt-chromium-molybdenum (Co-Cr-Mo) alloy or a titanium-aluminum-vanadium (Ti-6Al-4V) alloy and an acetabular component composed of an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene articulating bearing surface fixed in a metal shell made of Co-Cr-Mo or Ti-6Al-4V. The femoral stem and acetabular shell have a porous coating made of, in the case of Co-Cr-Mo substrates, beads of the same alloy, and in the case of Ti-6Al-4V substrates, fibers of commercially pure titanium or Ti-6Al-4V alloy. The porous coating has a volume porosity between 30 and 70 percent, an average pore size between 100 and 1,000 microns, interconnecting porosity, and a porous coating thickness between 500 and 1,500 microns. The generic type of device has a design to achieve biological fixation to bone without the use of bone cement.(b)
Classification. Class II.