K Number
K020773
Device Name
LONG LENGTH GAMMA NAIL
Date Cleared
2002-04-04

(27 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3020
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdparty
Intended Use
The product is intended to be used in fixation of femoral fractures occurring from the base of the femoral neck extending distally to a point approximately 10 cm proximal to the intercondylar notch. Fracture types include basilar neck, intertrochanteric fractures and femoral shaft fractures. These femoral fractures may occur as a result of trauma, non-union, malunion, pathological fractures, and impending pathological fractures.
Device Description
This Special 510(k) submission is intended to address a line extension to the predicate Long Length Gamma® Nail. The existing Long Length Gamma® Nail is an intramedullary rod intended to be used in the fixation of femoral fractures occurring from the base of the femoral neck extending distally to a point approximately 10 cm proximal to the intercondylar notch. The current design is cannulated, with a medial/lateral and anterior/posterior curve. The line extension involves increasing the distal diameter of the nail. In addition, two shorter length Gamma® Nail Lag Screws will be added to the system. Howmedica Osteonics intends to add the new designs of intramedullary rods to the current product line, thereby offering additional design options for the surgeon. The line extension to the Long Length Gamma® Nails are substantially equivalent to the existing design of Long Length Gamma® Nail which were determined substantially equivalent via the 510(k) process. The material used to manufacture the line extension to the Long Length Gamma® Nail is identical to that of the predicate. There is no change in intended use for the line extension to the Long Length Gamma® Nail when compared to the predicate device.
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No
The description focuses on mechanical design changes (increased diameter, shorter lag screws) to an existing intramedullary rod for fracture fixation. There is no mention of software, algorithms, or data processing that would indicate AI/ML.

Yes
The device is an intramedullary rod designed for the fixation of femoral fractures, which is a treatment for a medical condition.

No

The device is an intramedullary rod designed for the fixation of femoral fractures, which is a therapeutic rather than diagnostic function.

No

The device description clearly states it is an intramedullary rod and includes physical components like nails and screws, which are hardware.

No, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are medical devices used to examine specimens taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • Device Description: The provided text describes an intramedullary rod (nail) and lag screws used for the fixation of femoral fractures. These are surgical implants used directly within the body to stabilize bones.
  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states the device is for the "fixation of femoral fractures." This is a surgical procedure, not an in vitro diagnostic test.

The device described is a surgical implant used for orthopedic procedures, not an IVD.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The product is intended to be used in fixation of femoral fractures occurring from the base of the femoral neck extending distally to a point approximately 10 cm proximal to the intercondylar notch. Fracture types include basilar neck, intertrochanteric fractures and femoral shaft fractures. These femoral fractures may occur as a result of trauma, non-union, malunion, pathological fractures, and impending pathological fractures.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

HSB

Device Description

This Special 510(k) submission is intended to address a line extension to the predicate Long Length Gamma® Nail. The existing Long Length Gamma® Nail is an intramedullary rod intended to be used in the fixation of femoral fractures occurring from the base of the femoral neck extending distally to a point approximately 10 cm proximal to the intercondylar notch. The current design is cannulated, with a medial/lateral and anterior/posterior curve. The line extension involves increasing the distal diameter of the nail. In addition, two shorter length Gamma® Nail Lag Screws will be added to the system. Howmedica Osteonics intends to add the new designs of intramedullary rods to the current product line, thereby offering additional design options for the surgeon. The line extension to the Long Length Gamma® Nails are substantially equivalent to the existing design of Long Length Gamma® Nail which were determined substantially equivalent via the 510(k) process. The material used to manufacture the line extension to the Long Length Gamma® Nail is identical to that of the predicate. There is no change in intended use for the line extension to the Long Length Gamma® Nail when compared to the predicate device.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

femoral neck, femoral shaft

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

surgeon

Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

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Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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Predicate Device(s): If the device was cleared using the 510(k) pathway, identify the Predicate Device(s) K/DEN number used to claim substantial equivalence and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text. List the primary predicate first in the list.

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Reference Device(s): Identify the Reference Device(s) K/DEN number and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text.

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information for the subject device only (e.g. presence / absence, what scope was granted / cleared under the PCCP, any restrictions, etc).

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§ 888.3020 Intramedullary fixation rod.

(a)
Identification. An intramedullary fixation rod is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a rod made of alloys such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel. It is inserted into the medullary (bone marrow) canal of long bones for the fixation of fractures.(b)
Classification. Class II.

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Special 510(k) Summary: Line Extension to the Long Length Gamma Nail

Submission Information

Name and Address of the Sponsor of the 510(k) Submission:

Contact Person:

Howmedica Osteonics Corp 59 Route 17 Allendale, NJ 07401-1677

Karen Ariemma Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Date of Summary Preparation:

March 7, 2002

Device Identification

Proprietary Name:Long Length Gamma ® Nail
Common Name:Intramedullary Nail
Classification Name and Reference:Intramedullary Fixation Rod, 21 CFR §888.3020

This Special 510(k) submission is intended to address a line extension to the predicate Long Length Gamma® Nail. The existing Long Length Gamma® Nail is an intramedullary rod intended to be used in the fixation of femoral fractures occurring from the base of the femoral neck extending distally to a point approximately 10 cm proximal to the intercondylar notch. The current design is cannulated, with a medial/lateral and anterior/posterior curve. The line extension involves increasing the distal diameter of the nail. In addition, two shorter length Gamma® Nail Lag Screws will be added to the system. Howmedica Osteonics intends to add the new designs of intramedullary rods to the current product line, thereby offering additional design options for the surgeon. The line extension to the Long Length Gamma® Nails are substantially equivalent to the existing design of Long Length Gamma® Nail which were determined substantially equivalent via the 510(k) process. The material used to manufacture the line extension to the Long Length Gamma® Nail is identical to that of the predicate. There is no change in intended use for the line extension to the Long Length Gamma® Nail when compared to the predicate device.

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Ms. Karen Ariemma Regulatory Affairs Specialist Howmedica Osteonics Corporation 59 Route 17 Allendale, NJ 07401-1677

APR - 4. 2002

Re: K020773

Trade/Device Name: Long Length Gamma® Nail Regulation Number: 888.3020 Regulation Name: Intramedullary fixation rod Regulatory Class: II Product Code: HSB Dated: March 7, 2002 Received: March 8, 2002

Dear Ms. Ariemma:

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 preceded 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 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4659. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely yours,

lo Mark N. Mellman

Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known): K

Device Name: Long Length Gamma® Nail System

Indications For Use:

The product is intended to be used in fixation of femoral fractures occurring from the base of the femoral neck extending distally to a point approximately 10 cm proximal to the intercondylar notch. Fracture types include basilar neck, intertrochanteric fractures and femoral shaft fractures. These femoral fractures may occur as a result of trauma, non-union, malunion, pathological fractures, and impending pathological fractures.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use

OR

Over-The-Counter Use

(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

(Optional Format 1-2-96)

f Mark N Millburn

vision of General, Restorative and Neurological Devic

510(k) Number K020773