K Number
K051764
Device Name
T-PLATE ANTERIOR FIXATION SYSTEM
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2005-07-13

(13 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3060
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The T-PLATE ANTERIOR PLATE FIXATION SYSTEM is indicated for use as an anteriorly placed supplemental fixation device for the lumbosacral level below the bifurcation of the vascular structures. When properly used this system will help provide temporary stabilization until a solid spinal fusion develops. Specific indications include: 1) Degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies); 2) Pseudoarthrosis; 3) Spondylolysis; 4) Spondylolisthesis; 5) Fracture; 6) Neoplastic disease; 7) Unsuccessful previous fusion surgery; 8) Lordotic deformities of the spine; 9) Idiopathic thoracolumbar or lumbar scoliosis; 10) Deformity (i.e., scoliosis, lordosis, and/or kyphosis) associated with deficient posterior elements such as that resulting from laminectomy, spina bifida, or myelomenigocele; and/or 11) Neuromuscular deformity (i.e., scoliosis, lordosis, and / or kyphosis) associated with pelvic obliquity.
Device Description
The T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System is a temporary implant used for the correction and stabilization of the spine. The system is also intended to help provide temporary stabilization and to help augment the development of a solid spinal fusion. The T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System is a supplemental fixation device consisting of a variety of sizes of plates, and screws, as well as ancillary products and instrument sets. The T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System components can be locked into a variety of configurations, with each construct being tailor-made for the individual case. The implant components are made from medical grad titanium alloy. Stainless steel and titanium components must not be used together in a construct.
More Information

No
The description focuses on the mechanical components and intended use of a spinal fixation system, with no mention of AI or ML capabilities.

Yes.
The device is a "supplemental fixation device" intended for "temporary stabilization until a solid spinal fusion develops" and is used to correct and stabilize the spine for various conditions like degenerative disc disease, fractures, and deformities. These functions directly address health aspects to restore normal function or prevent deterioration, which falls under the definition of a therapeutic device.

No

The device is described as a "supplemental fixation device" and "temporary implant used for the correction and stabilization of the spine," indicating its therapeutic rather than diagnostic function. It is used to provide temporary stabilization until spinal fusion develops for various conditions, not to identify or diagnose them.

No

The device description explicitly states that the T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System consists of physical components such as plates, screws, ancillary products, and instrument sets made from medical-grade titanium alloy. This indicates it is a hardware-based medical device, not software-only.

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

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are medical devices used to perform tests on samples taken from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information about a person's health. These tests are performed outside of the body.
  • Device Description: The provided text describes a surgical implant (plates and screws) used to stabilize the spine within the body.
  • Intended Use: The intended use is to provide temporary stabilization for spinal fusion, which is a surgical procedure.

The T-PLATE ANTERIOR PLATE FIXATION SYSTEM is a surgical implant, not a device used for testing biological samples.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The T-PLATE ANTERIOR PLATE FIXATION SYSTEM is indicated for use as an anteriorly placed supplemental fixation device for the lumbosacral level below the bifurcation of the vascular structures. When properly used this system will help provide temporary stabilization until a solid spinal fusion develops. Specific indications include: 1) Degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies); 2) Pseudoarthrosis; 3) Spondylolysis; 4) Spondylolisthesis; 5) Fracture; 6) Neoplastic disease; 7) Unsuccessful previous fusion surgery; 8) Lordotic deformities of the spine; 9) Idiopathic thoracolumbar or lumbar scoliosis; 10) Deformity (i.e., scoliosis, lordosis, and/or kyphosis) associated with deficient posterior elements such as that resulting from laminectomy, spina bifida, or myelomenigocele; and/or 11) Neuromuscular deformity (i.e., scoliosis, lordosis, and / or kyphosis) associated with pelvic obliquity.

Product codes

KWQ

Device Description

The T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System is a temporary implant used for the correction and stabilization of the spine. The system is also intended to help provide temporary stabilization and to help augment the development of a solid spinal fusion. The T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System is a supplemental fixation device consisting of a variety of sizes of plates, and screws, as well as ancillary products and instrument sets. The T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System components can be locked into a variety of configurations, with each construct being tailor-made for the individual case. The implant components are made from medical grad titanium alloy. Stainless steel and titanium components must not be used together in a construct.

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

lumbosacral level below the bifurcation of the vascular structures, spine

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

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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

Mechanical testing was performed on the Anterior T-Plate fixation system, which determined it to be substantially equivalent to the PYRAMID™ ANTERIOR PLATE FLXATION SYSTEM.

Key Metrics

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Predicate Device(s)

K013665

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 888.3060 Spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis.

(a)
Identification. A spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis is a device intended to be implanted made of titanium. It consists of various vertebral plates that are punched into each of a series of vertebral bodies. An eye-type screw is inserted in a hole in the center of each of the plates. A braided cable is threaded through each eye-type screw. The cable is tightened with a tension device and it is fastened or crimped at each eye-type screw. The device is used to apply force to a series of vertebrae to correct “sway back,” scoliosis (lateral curvature of the spine), or other conditions.(b)
Classification. Class II.

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JUL 1 3 2005

T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System Summary of Safety and Effectiveness April 2005

  • ESM Technologies Company: l. 403 Farwell Drive Madison, WI 53704
    Cliff Tribus, MD Contact: President, ESM Technologies Telephone: 608 241-5881

  • Proposed Proprietary Trade Name: T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System II.
    Classification Name: Spinal Intervertebral Body Fixation Orthosis (per 21 CFR Section 888.3060 Product Codes: KWQ

Product Description III.

The T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System is a temporary implant used for the correction and stabilization of the spine. The system is also intended to help provide temporary stabilization and to help augment the development of a solid spinal fusion. The T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System is a supplemental fixation device consisting of a variety of sizes of plates, and screws, as well as ancillary products and instrument sets. The T-PLATE Anterior Fixation System components can be locked into a variety of configurations, with each construct being tailor-made for the individual case. The implant components are made from medical grad titanium alloy. Stainless steel and titanium components must not be used together in a construct.

IV. Indications

The T-PLATE ANTERIOR PLATE FIXATION SYSTEM is indicated for use as an anteriorly placed supplemental fixation device for the lumbosacral level below the bifurcation of the vascular structures. When properly used this system will help provide temporary stabilization until a solid spinal fusion develops. Specific indications include: 1) Degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies); 2) Pseudoarthrosis; 3) Spondylolysis; 4) Spondylolisthesis; 5) Fracture; 6) Neoplastic disease; 7) Unsuccessful previous fusion surgery; 8) Lordotic deformities of the spine; 9) Idiopathic thoracolumbar or

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lumbar scoliosis; 10) Deformity (i.e., scoliosis, and/or kyphosis) associated with deficient posterior elements such as that resulting from laminectomy, spina bifida, or myelomenigocele; and/or 11) Neuromuscular deformity (i.e., scoliosis, lordosis, and / or kyphosis) associated with pelvic obliquity.

V. Substantial Equivalence

Mechanical testing was performed on the Anterior T-Plate fixation system, which determined it to be substantially equivalent to the PYRAMID™ ANTERIOR PLATE FLXATION SYSTEM.(K013665, SE 01/29/02).

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

JUL 1 3 2005

Dr. Cliff T. Tribus President ESM Technologies, LLC 403 Farewell Drive Madison, Wisconsin 53704


Re: K051764

Trade/Device Name: T-Plate Anterior Fixation System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3060 Regulation Name: Spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KWQ Dated: June 29, 2005 Received: June 30, 2005

Dear Dr. Tribus:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device we nave reviewed your becamed the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate for use stated in the encrosaly is trgms and ment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to conninered pror to 1118) 2011-04-11 accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, de vices mat have been recidential in avire approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The r ou may, merelere, mains of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of general controls proficering 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 If your device to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can
may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affect may be subject to basil adderal 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 r rease be actived a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act that I Dr has Intactions and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must of any i cach statuted and reguirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set CI K Fart 6077, laboring (21 OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic form in the qualisy byevel 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) This letter will anow you to ogin maneting of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally prematication. The PDF interessification 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 If you desire specific arrant an (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, coniact the Office of Compilation of the time the motification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain Milsoranding of Terefores to presensibilities under the Act from the Division of Small other general informational and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or 11/11/443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrl/industry/support/index.html.

Sincerely yours,

Stip Klurda

Miriam C. Provost, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of General, Restorative, and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

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Indications For Use

The T-PLATE ANTERIOR PLATE FIXATION SYSTEM is indicated for use as an anteriorly placed supplemental fixation device for the lumbosacral level below the bifurcation of the vascular structures. When properly used this system will help provide temporary stabilization until a solid spinal fusion develops. Specific indications include: 1) Degenerative disc disease (as defined by back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies); 2) Pseudoarthrosis; 3) Spondylolysis; 4) Spondylolisthesis; 5) Fracture; 6) Neoplastic disease; 7) Unsuccessful previous fusion surgery; 8) Lordotic deformities of the spine; 9) Idiopathic thoracolumbar or lumbar scoliosis; 10) Deformity (i.e., scoliosis, lordosis, and/or kyphosis) associated with deficient posterior elements such as that resulting from laminectomy, spina bifida, or myelomenigocele; and/or 11) Neuromuscular deformity (i.e., scoliosis, lordosis, and / or kyphosis) associated with pelvic obliquity.

Over-The-Counter Use AND/OR Prescription Use _ X (21 CFR 807 Subpart C) (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

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510(k) Number Ko51764

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