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The 4CIS VANE Spine System is a posterior non-cervical pedicle screw system intended for use as an adjunct to fusion in patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis (Grade 3 and 4) with objective evidence of neurological impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumour, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis) of the lumbosacral spine vertebra and implants are removable after the attainment of a solid fusion. These patients should be skeletally mature and have had at least six (6) months of non-operative treatment.
The 4CIS® VANE Spine System is a top-loading multiple component, posterior spinal fixation system which consists of pedicle screws, rods, nuts, and a transverse (cross) linking mechanism. The 4CIS® VANE Spine System will allow surgeons to build a spinal implant construct to stabilize and promote spinal fusion. 4CIS® VANE Spine System implant components are supplied non-sterile are single use and are fabricated from titanium alloy (Ti-6A1-4V ELI) that conforms to ASTM F136. Various sizes of these implants are available. Specialized instruments are available for the application and removal of the 4CIS® VANE Spine System.
The provided text describes a spinal fixation system, not an AI/ML powered device, thus the acceptance criteria and study details relevant to AI/ML performance metrics are not available in this document.
The document discusses the substantial equivalence of the 4CIS® VANE Spine System to predicate devices based on mechanical testing.
Here's a breakdown of the available information:
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance:
| Acceptance Criteria | Reported Device Performance |
|---|---|
| Functional testing (e.g., static and dynamic compression, static torsion) | Demonstrated comparable mechanical & functional properties to predicate devices (Optima K031585; 4CIS Vane Spine Systems cleared earlier under K060702 & K081145) |
| Compliance with ASTM F1717 | Demonstrated equivalence to predicate devices. |
2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance:
Not applicable. The study involved mechanical testing of the device, not a test set of data for an AI/ML algorithm.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish Ground Truth and Qualifications:
Not applicable. Ground truth for AI/ML is not relevant here. The "ground truth" for mechanical testing is established by engineering standards and measurements.
4. Adjudication Method:
Not applicable. Mechanical testing does not involve adjudication.
5. Multi Reader Multi Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study:
Not applicable. This is not an AI/ML device.
6. Standalone Performance Study:
The "Performance Data" section indicates that "Mechanical testing... was conducted in accordance with ASTM F1717" to demonstrate equivalence to predicate devices. This represents a standalone evaluation of the device's mechanical properties against established standards and comparisons to existing devices.
7. Type of Ground Truth Used:
The ground truth for this device's performance is based on established engineering standards (ASTM F1717) and the mechanical properties of legally marketed predicate devices.
8. Sample Size for the Training Set:
Not applicable. This is not an AI/ML device.
9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established:
Not applicable. This is not an AI/ML device.
§ 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.