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The TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine.
The TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended for pedicle fixation of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine (T1-S2) and nonpedicle fixation for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies); spondylolisthesis; trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation); spinal stenosis; curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis); tumor, pseudarthrosis; and failed previous fusion in skeletally mature patients.
When used for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine (T1-S2) and nonpedicle fixation in pediatric patients, the TriALTIS™ Spine System is indicated as an adjunct to fusion to treat progressive spinal deformities (i.e, scoliosis, kyphosis, or lordosis) including adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, neuromuscular scoliosis, and congenital scoliosis. Additionally, the TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to treat pediatric patients diagnosed with: spondylolisthesis/spondylolysis, fracture caused by tumor and/or trauma, pseudarthrosis, and/or failed previous fusion. The TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to be used with autograft and/or allograft. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach.
When the TriALTIS™ Spine System fenestrated screws are used in conjunction with CONFIDENCE™ High Viscosity Spinal Cement, the TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to stabilize the spinal column even in the absence of fusion for a limited time period in patients with advanced stage tumors involving the thoracic and lumbar spine in whom life expectancy is of insufficient duration to permit achievement of fusion. The TriALTIS™ fenestrated screws augmented with the CONFIDENCE™ High Viscosity Spinal Cement is for use at spinal levels where the structural integrity of the spine is not severely compromised.
The TriALTIS™ Spine System is a posterior spinal fixation system intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments as an adjunct to fusion of the thoracic lumbar and sacral spine (T1-S2). The system is composed of multiple components to allow the surgeon to build an implant system to fit the patient's anatomical and physiological requirements. The system consists of bone anchors (such as screws) for connection by longitudinal components (such as rods) via an interconnection mechanism (e.g., set screws and connectors) to link the longitudinal components for additional stability. The TriALTIS™ Spine System implants are comprised of Titanium alloy conforming to ASTM F136 and Nitinol conforming to ASTM F2063. Implants of the TriALTIS™ Spine System may be provided either sterile or non-sterile and this will be clearly identified on the product labels.
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FDA 510(k) Clearance Letter - TriALTIS™ Spine System
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U.S. Food & Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993
www.fda.gov
Doc ID # 04017.08.00
October 21, 2025
Medos International SARL
℅ Sravya Lahari Sripada
Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Pioneer Surgical Technologies, Inc.
375 River Park Circle
Marquette, Michigan 49855
Re: K253249
Trade/Device Name: TriALTIS™ Spine System
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3070
Regulation Name: Thoracolumbosacral pedicle screw system
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: NKB, KWP, KWQ, PML
Dated: September 24, 2025
Received: September 29, 2025
Dear Sravya Lahari Sripada:
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 (the 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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database available at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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.
Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device"
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(https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
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Sincerely,
Colin O'neill -S
Colin O'Neill, M.B.E.
Assistant Director
DHT6B: Division of Spinal Devices
OHT6: Office of Orthopedic Devices
Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
Please type in the marketing application/submission number, if it is known. This textbox will be left blank for original applications/submissions.
Please provide the device trade name(s).
TriALTIS™ Spine System
Please provide your Indications for Use below.
The TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine.
The TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended for pedicle fixation of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine (T1-S2) and nonpedicle fixation for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies); spondylolisthesis; trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation); spinal stenosis; curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis); tumor, pseudarthrosis; and failed previous fusion in skeletally mature patients.
When used for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine (T1-S2) and nonpedicle fixation in pediatric patients, the TriALTIS™ Spine System is indicated as an adjunct to fusion to treat progressive spinal deformities (i.e, scoliosis, kyphosis, or lordosis) including adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, neuromuscular scoliosis, and congenital scoliosis. Additionally, the TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to treat pediatric patients diagnosed with: spondylolisthesis/spondylolysis, fracture caused by tumor and/or trauma, pseudarthrosis, and/or failed previous fusion. The TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to be used with autograft and/or allograft. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach.
When the TriALTIS™ Spine System fenestrated screws are used in conjunction with CONFIDENCE™ High Viscosity Spinal Cement, the TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to stabilize the spinal column even in the absence of fusion for a limited time period in patients with advanced stage tumors involving the thoracic and lumbar spine in whom life expectancy is of insufficient duration to permit achievement of fusion. The TriALTIS™ fenestrated screws augmented with the CONFIDENCE™ High Viscosity Spinal Cement is for use at spinal levels where the structural integrity of the spine is not severely compromised.
Please select the types of uses (select one or both, as applicable).
☑ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510(k) Summary
510(k) #: K253249
Prepared on: 2025-09-26
Contact Details
21 CFR 807.92(a)(1)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Applicant Name | Medos International SARL |
| Applicant Address | Chemin-Blanc 38 2400 Le Locle Switzerland |
| Applicant Contact Telephone | 781-366-7496 |
| Applicant Contact | Mr. Andrew Willwerth |
| Applicant Contact Email | Awillwe1@its.jnj.com |
| Correspondent Name | Pioneer Surgical Technologies, Inc. |
| Correspondent Address | 375 River Park Circle Marquette MI 49855 United States |
| Correspondent Contact Telephone | 240-460-9543 |
| Correspondent Contact | Mrs. Sravya Lahari Sripada |
| Correspondent Contact Email | ssripada@exalta.com |
Device Name
21 CFR 807.92(a)(2)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Device Trade Name | TriALTIS™ Spine System |
| Common Name | Thoracolumbosacral pedicle screw system |
| Classification Name | Thoracolumbosacral Pedicle Screw System |
| Regulation Number | 888.3070 |
| Product Code(s) | NKB, KWP, KWQ, PML |
Legally Marketed Predicate Devices
21 CFR 807.92(a)(3)
| Predicate # | Predicate Trade Name (Primary Predicate is listed first) | Product Code |
|---|---|---|
| K231479 | TriALTIS™ Spine System | NKB |
| K200245 | EXPEDIUM® Spine System; EXPEDIUM VERSE® Spine System | NKB |
| K233684 | TriALTIS™ Spine System | NKB |
Device Description Summary
21 CFR 807.92(a)(4)
The TriALTIS™ Spine System is a posterior spinal fixation system intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments as an adjunct to fusion of the thoracic lumbar and sacral spine (T1-S2). The system is composed of multiple components to allow the surgeon to build an implant system to fit the patient's anatomical and physiological requirements. The system consists of bone anchors (such as screws) for connection by longitudinal components (such as rods) via an interconnection mechanism (e.g., set screws and connectors) to link the longitudinal components for additional stability. The TriALTIS™ Spine System implants are comprised of Titanium
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alloy conforming to ASTM F136 and Nitinol conforming to ASTM F2063. Implants of the TriALTIS™ Spine System may be provided either sterile or non-sterile and this will be clearly identified on the product labels.
Intended Use/Indications for Use
21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)
The TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine.
The TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended for pedicle fixation of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine (T1-S2) and nonpedicle fixation for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies); spondylolisthesis; trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation); spinal stenosis; curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis); tumor, pseudarthrosis; and failed previous fusion in skeletally mature patients.
When used for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine (T1-S2) and nonpedicle fixation in pediatric patients, the TriALTIS™ Spine System is indicated as an adjunct to fusion to treat progressive spinal deformities (i.e, scoliosis, kyphosis, or lordosis) including adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, neuromuscular scoliosis, and congenital scoliosis. Additionally, the TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to treat pediatric patients diagnosed with: spondylolisthesis/spondylolysis, fracture caused by tumor and/or trauma, pseudarthrosis, and/or failed previous fusion. The TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to be used with autograft and/or allograft. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach.
When the TriALTIS™ Spine System fenestrated screws are used in conjunction with CONFIDENCE™ High Viscosity Spinal Cement, the TriALTIS™ Spine System is intended to stabilize the spinal column even in the absence of fusion for a limited time period in patients with advanced stage tumors involving the thoracic and lumbar spine in whom life expectancy is of insufficient duration to permit achievement of fusion. The TriALTIS™ fenestrated screws augmented with the CONFIDENCE™ High Viscosity Spinal Cement is for use at spinal levels where the structural integrity of the spine is not severely compromised.
Indications for Use Comparison
21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)
The TriALTIS™ Spine System Indications for Use included in this Special 510(k) are the same as the previously cleared TriALTIS™ Spine System Indications for Use.
Technological Comparison
21 CFR 807.92(a)(6)
Evaluation of the subject device intended use, the technological characteristics, and performance data demonstrates substantial equivalence with the predicate devices.
Non-Clinical and/or Clinical Tests Summary & Conclusions
21 CFR 807.92(b)
Clinical Testing is not applicable.
Evaluation of the subject device performance data as compared to the predicate systems has found that the TriALTIS™ Spine System has a substantially equivalent safety and effectiveness profile compared to the predicate systems identified above.
§ 888.3070 Thoracolumbosacral pedicle screw system.
(a)
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.
(b)
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.