(130 days)
When used as an intervertebral body fusion device, the InterForm Lumbar Interbody Cage System is intended for spinal fusion procedures at one or two contiguous levels (L2-S1) in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. DDD patients may also have up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). These patients should have had six months of non-operative treatment. The device is intended to be used with autogenous bone graft to facilitate fusion. Additionally, the InterForm Lumbar Interbody Cage System is intended for use with supplemental spinal fixation systems cleared for use in the lumbar spine. Patients with previous non-fusion spinal surgery at involved level may be treated with the device.
The InterForm PLIF Interbody Fusion Implants consists of cage footprint widths of 9, 11, 13mm , lengths of 20, 22, 24, 26, 30mm, ranging in height from 7mm to 14mm with lordosis of 5°, which can be inserted between two lumbar or lumbosacral vertebral bodies to give support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries. These implants are manufactured from implant grade polyetheretherketone (PEEK). The hollow geometry of the implants allows them to be packed with autogenous bone graft in lumbar interbody fusion procedures. The InterForm PLIF Interbody Fusion devices are intended to be implant via an open or minimally invasive, posterior approach and used with supplemental fixation and autogenous bone graft.
The InterForm TLIF Interbody Fusion Implants consists of cage footprints widths of 9, 11, 13mm , lengths of 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32mm, ranging in height from 7mm to 14mm with lordosis of 5°, which can be inserted between two lumbosacral vertebral bodies to give support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries. These implants are manufactured from implant grade polyetheretherketone (PEEK). The hollow geometry of the implants allows them to be packed with autogenous bone graft in lumbar interbody fusion procedures. The InterForm TLIF Interbody Fusion devices are intended to be implant via an open or minimally invasive, transforaminal approach and used with supplemental fixation and autogenous bone graft.
The InterForm OTLIF Interbody Fusion Implants consists of cage footprint widths of 9, 11, 13mm , lengths of 20, 22, 24, 26, 30, 32, 34mm, ranging in height from 7mm to 14mm with lordosis of 0°, which can be inserted between two lumbar or lumbosacral vertebral bodies to give support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries. These implants are manufactured from implant grade polyetheretherketone (PEEK). The hollow geometry of the implants allows them to be packed with autogenous bone graft in lumbar interbody fusion procedures. The InterForm OTLIF Interbody Fusion devices are intended to be implant via an open or minimally invasive, posterior or transforaminal approach and used with supplemental fixation and autogenous bone graft.
The InterForm LLIF Interbody Fusion Implants consists of cage footprint widths of 18, 20, 22, 24mm, lengths of 40, 45, 50, 55, 60mm, ranging in height from 8mm to 18mm with lordosis of 0° or 7°, which can be inserted between two lumbosacral vertebral bodies to give support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries. These implants are manufactured from implant grade polyetheretherketone (PEEK). The hollow geometry of the implants allows them to be packed with autogenous bone graft in lumbar interbody fusion procedures. The InterForm LLIF Interbody Fusion devices are intended to be implant via a lateral approach and used with supplemental fixation and autogenous bone graft.
The InterForm ALIF Interbody Fusion Implants consists of cage footprints of 30x24mm, and 39x30mm (DxW), ranging in height from 10mm to 20mm with lordosis of 0°, 7° or 12° which can be inserted between two lumbosacral vertebral bodies to give support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries. These implants are manufactured from implant grade polyetheretherketone (PEEK). The hollow geometry of the implants allows them to be packed with autogenous bone graft in lumbar interbody fusion procedures. The InterForm ALIF Interbody Fusion devices are intended to be implant via an open or minimally invasive, anterior approach and used with supplemental fixation and autogenous bone graft.
All implants are packaged non-sterile to be sterilized at the hospital.
Materials:
PEEK Optima LT1 conforming to ASTM F2026. Unalloyed tantalum conforming to ASTM F560.
Function:
Maintain adequate disc space until fusion occurs.
The InterForm Interbody Cage System is intended for spinal fusion procedures.
Here's a breakdown of the acceptance criteria and the study done:
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
| Test | Acceptance Criteria (Implied by equivalence to predicate devices) | Reported Device Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Static Compression (per ASTM F2077) | Comparable to predicate devices | Indicates equivalence to predicate devices |
| Dynamic Compression (per ASTM F2077) | Comparable to predicate devices | Indicates equivalence to predicate devices |
| Subsidence (per ASTM F2267) | Comparable to predicate devices | Indicates equivalence to predicate devices |
| Expulsion | Comparable to predicate devices | Indicates equivalence to predicate devices |
Explanation: The documentation explicitly states that the device is considered "substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in terms of intended use, design, materials used, mechanical safety and performances." The acceptance criteria, while not explicitly numerical, are therefore met by demonstrating performance comparable to the already legally marketed predicate devices. The study concludes that the results indicate the InterForm Interbody Cage System is equivalent.
2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance
This information is not provided in the document. The studies listed are non-clinical tests (mechanical testing), not studies involving human or animal subjects that would generate a "test set" of data in the typical sense of evaluating AI or clinical outcomes. The provenance of the samples (e.g., specific batches of PEEK and tantalum used in testing) is not detailed, nor is it relevant given the mechanical nature of the tests.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Qualifications of Those Experts
This information is not applicable as the studies are non-clinical mechanical tests, not clinical evaluations requiring expert interpretation or ground truth establishment.
4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set
This information is not applicable as the studies are non-clinical mechanical tests.
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
No, an MRMC comparative effectiveness study was not done. The document explicitly states: "No clinical studies were performed." This device is a physical medical implant, not an AI or imaging device that would typically involve human reader studies.
6. If a Standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done
This information is not applicable as the device is a physical medical implant and not an algorithm or AI system.
7. The Type of Ground Truth Used
The "ground truth" for the non-clinical tests would be the established mechanical properties and performance standards outlined in the ASTM F2077 and ASTM F2267 standards, and the performance characteristics of the predicate devices. For mechanical tests, the ground truth is objectively measured physical properties and behaviors of the material and device under specific conditions.
8. The Sample Size for the Training Set
This information is not applicable as the device is a physical medical implant and would not have a "training set" in the context of machine learning or AI. For mechanical testing, the "samples" would be the manufactured devices or materials subjected to the tests. The exact number of units tested for each non-clinical test (static compression, dynamic compression, subsidence, expulsion) is not specified, but it would typically be a statistically significant number of physical samples to ensure reliability and reproducibility of the results according to the ASTM standards.
9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set was Established
This information is not applicable for the same reasons as #8. The "ground truth" for material and device properties in mechanical testing is established through standardized testing procedures and validated measurement techniques, as defined by organizations like ASTM.
§ 888.3080 Intervertebral body fusion device.
(a)
Identification. An intervertebral body fusion device is an implanted single or multiple component spinal device made from a variety of materials, including titanium and polymers. The device is inserted into the intervertebral body space of the cervical or lumbosacral spine, and is intended for intervertebral body fusion.(b)
Classification. (1) Class II (special controls) for intervertebral body fusion devices that contain bone grafting material. The special control is the FDA guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device.” See § 888.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.(2) Class III (premarket approval) for intervertebral body fusion devices that include any therapeutic biologic (e.g., bone morphogenic protein). Intervertebral body fusion devices that contain any therapeutic biologic require premarket approval.
(c)
Date premarket approval application (PMA) or notice of product development protocol (PDP) is required. Devices described in paragraph (b)(2) of this section shall have an approved PMA or a declared completed PDP in effect before being placed in commercial distribution.