K Number
K141443
Device Name
INFRONT LUMBAR INTERBODY FUSION SYSTEM
Date Cleared
2014-08-28

(87 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3080
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdparty
Intended Use
The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S1. DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. Patients should have received 6 months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with the devices. The device must be used with supplemental fixation. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). It is indicated to be use with autograft bone.
Device Description
The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System consists of cages of various lengths, widths and heights, which can be inserted between two lumbar or lumbrosacral vertebral bodies to give support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries. The hollow geometry of the implants allows them to be packed with autogenous bone graft. The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System is to be used with supplemental fixation. The leading edge consists of bullet nose. The cephalad/caudal opening is large to allow for bone through growth. In addition, there are 2 large holes on each side to facilitate bone and to aid in visualizing the fusion mass. The teeth are slanted away from the direction of insertion of the implant to minimize implant migration. The superior and inferior surfaces are convex to better fit the vertebral endplates. The device is offered in 3 general configurations, specifically shaped for posterior, transforaminal or lateral surgical approaches. The posterior approach configuration is available in 508 possible sizes, with lengths from 22mm, widths from 8mm to11mm, heights from 7mm to 16mm and lordosis angles of 0°, 4° and 8°. The transforaminal approach configuration is available in 720 possible sizes, with lengths from 22mm to 36mm, widths from 9mm to 12mm, heights from 7mm to 18mm and lordosis angles of 0°, 4° and 8°. The lateral approach configuration is available in 330 possible sizes, with lengths from 40mm to 60mm, widths from 18mm to 22mm, heights from 8mm to 18mm and lordosis angles of 0°, 4° and 8°. The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion devices are made from PEEK (Polyetheretherketone) per ASTM F2026, with radiographic markers made from tantalum per ASTM F560.
More Information

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No
The summary describes a passive implant (interbody fusion cage) made of PEEK and tantalum. There is no mention of software, algorithms, image processing, or any other components that would suggest the use of AI or ML. The performance studies are standard mechanical tests for implants.

Yes
The device is indicated for use in patients with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) to provide support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries, which is a treatment for their condition.

No

The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System is a medical implant used to provide support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries, not to diagnose a condition. Its function is treatment, not diagnosis. The "Indications for Use" section mentions "degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies", but this refers to the criteria for identifying patients who can receive the device, not a diagnostic function of the device itself.

No

The device description clearly details physical implants made from PEEK and tantalum, which are hardware components. There is no mention of software as the primary or sole component of the device.

Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states that the device is a surgical implant used for lumbar interbody fusion in patients with Degenerative Disc Disease. It is a physical device inserted into the body to provide support and facilitate bone growth.
  • Device Description: The description details the physical characteristics of the implant (cages of various sizes, made from PEEK and tantalum) and its function in supporting vertebral bodies.
  • Lack of Diagnostic Function: There is no mention of the device being used to test samples from the human body (like blood, urine, or tissue) to diagnose a condition, monitor treatment, or screen for diseases.

IVD devices are used in vitro (outside the body) to examine specimens. This device is used in vivo (inside the body) as a therapeutic implant.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S1. DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. Patients should have received 6 months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with the devices. The device must be used with supplemental fixation. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). It is indicated to be use with autograft bone.

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

MAX

Device Description

The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System consists of cages of various lengths, widths and heights, which can be inserted between two lumbar or lumbrosacral vertebral bodies to give support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries. The hollow geometry of the implants allows them to be packed with autogenous bone graft. The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System is to be used with supplemental fixation. The leading edge consists of bullet nose. The cephalad/caudal opening is large to allow for bone through growth. In addition, there are 2 large holes on each side to facilitate bone and to aid in visualizing the fusion mass. The teeth are slanted away from the direction of insertion of the implant to minimize implant migration. The superior and inferior surfaces are convex to better fit the vertebral endplates.

The device is offered in 3 general configurations, specifically shaped for posterior, transforaminal or lateral surgical approaches. The posterior approach configuration is available in 508 possible sizes, with lengths from 22mm, widths from 8mm to11mm, heights from 7mm to 16mm and lordosis angles of 0°, 4° and 8°. The transforaminal approach configuration is available in 720 possible sizes, with lengths from 22mm to 36mm, widths from 9mm to 12mm, heights from 7mm to 18mm and lordosis angles of 0°, 4° and 8°. The lateral approach configuration is available in 330 possible sizes, with lengths from 40mm to 60mm, widths from 18mm to 22mm, heights from 8mm to 18mm and lordosis angles of 0°, 4° and 8°.

The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion devices are made from PEEK (Polyetheretherketone) per ASTM F2026, with radiographic markers made from tantalum per ASTM F560.

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

L2-S1 (lumbar or lumbrosacral vertebral bodies)

Indicated Patient Age Range

skeletally mature patients

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 (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

The subject InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System and the predicate cage systems are identical in their indications for use, performance specifications and fundamental technological characteristics. The subject cage system was tested as described in "Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device" with the following tests being performed:

  • Static Compression ASTM F2077-11
  • Dynamic Compression - ASTM F2077-11
  • Subsidence - ASTM F2267-04
  • Expulsion - Per ASTM Draft F04.25.0202
    Based on the results of the testing and comparisons performed, InFront believes that the subject InFront Interbody Fusion System is substantially equivalent to the predicate systems it was compared to.

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.

K121693, K073502, K072791, K050624, K083661, K100089, K101051

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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§ 888.3080 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.

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

August 28, 2014

InFront Medical, LLC Mr. John D. Kuczynski President 1033 U.S. Highway 46 East, Suite A202 Clifton, New Jersey 07013

Re: K141443

Trade/Device Name: InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral body fusion device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MAX Dated: May 21, 2014 Received: June 2, 2014

Dear Mr. Kuczynski:

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. 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.

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 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set

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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.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the regulation entitled. "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.

You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.

Sincerely yours.

RonaldfødJean -S for

Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use Form

K141443 510(k) Number (if known):

Device Name: InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System

Indications for Use:

The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S1. DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. Patients should have received 6 months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with the devices. The device must be used with supplemental fixation. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). It is indicated to be use with autograft bone.

Prescription Use × (Per 21 CFR 801.109) Subpart D

AND / OR

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE OF NEEDED)

Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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510(k) Summary

Prepared May 29, 2014

| 1. Company: | InFront Medical, LLC
1033 US Highway 46 East
Suite A202
Clifton, NJ 07013 USA
Tel: (888) 515-2532
FAX: 888-292-4691 |
|--------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 2. Contact: | John Kuczynski
President
InFront Medical, LLC
1033 US Highway 46 East
Suite A202
Clifton, NJ 07013
Tel: 973-906-2891
FAX: 888-292-4691 |
| 3. Proprietary Name: | InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System |
| 4. Classification Name: | Intervertebral Body Fusion Device (21 CFR
888.3080); Class II, Product Code MAX |

5. Product Description:

The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System consists of cages of various lengths, widths and heights, which can be inserted between two lumbar or lumbrosacral vertebral bodies to give support and correction during lumbar interbody fusion surgeries. The hollow geometry of the implants allows them to be packed with autogenous bone graft. The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System is to be used with supplemental fixation. The leading edge consists of bullet nose. The cephalad/caudal opening is large to allow for bone through growth. In addition, there are 2 large holes on each side to facilitate bone and to aid in visualizing the fusion mass. The teeth are slanted away from the direction of insertion of the implant to minimize implant migration. The superior and inferior surfaces are convex to better fit the vertebral endplates.

The device is offered in 3 general configurations, specifically shaped for posterior, transforaminal or lateral surgical approaches. The posterior approach configuration is available in 508 possible sizes, with lengths from 22mm, widths from 8mm to11mm, heights from 7mm to 16mm and lordosis angles of 0°, 4° and 8°. The transforaminal approach configuration is available in 720 possible sizes, with lengths from 22mm to 36mm, widths from 9mm to 12mm, heights from 7mm to 18mm and lordosis angles of 0°, 4° and 8°. The lateral approach configuration is available in 330 possible sizes, with lengths from 40mm to 60mm, widths from 18mm to 22mm, heights from 8mm to 18mm and lordosis angles of 0°, 4° and 8°.

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The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion devices are made from PEEK (Polyetheretherketone) per ASTM F2026, with radiographic markers made from tantalum per ASTM F560.

6. Indications for Use:

The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S1. DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. Patients should have received 6 months of nonoperative treatment prior to treatment with the device must be used with supplemental fixation. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). It is indicated to be use with autograft bone.

7. Summary of Technological Characteristics

The InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System consists of a series of PEEK lumbar cages. These cages are intended to be placed between two lumbar or a sacral and lumbar vertebrae using instruments provided. The proposed devices are the same as current interbody cages already on the market with the only difference being minor variations in the shape.

InFront has determined that the minor differences between the proposed interbody fusion cages and the predicate devices will not impact the safety or effectiveness of the interbody fusion cages for their intended use. Analysis has shown that the proposed lumbar cages are equivalent to the predicate lumbar cages.

8. Identification of Legally Marketed Predicate Device

Documentation was provided which demonstrates that the subject InFront Interbody Cage System is substantially equivalent to several predicate devices that are currently on the market in the US, including the following:

Sapphire Medical Group A-Wedge (K121693, December 27, 2012) Vertebron Interbody Fusion System (K073502, March 24, 2008) Synthes Opal and Oracle Spacer (K072791, December 26, 2007) Stryker AVS PL Spacer (K050624, April 11, 2005) Stryker AVS TL Spacer (K083661, February 27, 2009) Synthes TPAL Spacer (K100089, May 13, 2010) Stryker AVS ARIA Spacer (K101051 August 12, 2010)

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9. Brief Discussion of Non-Clinical Tests Submitted

The subject InFront Lumbar Interbody Fusion System and the predicate cage systems are identical in their indications for use, performance specifications and fundamental technological characteristics. The subject cage system was tested as described in "Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device" with the following tests being performed:

  • Static Compression ASTM F2077-11 ●
  • . Dynamic Compression - ASTM F2077-11
  • . Subsidence - ASTM F2267-04
  • . Expulsion - Per ASTM Draft F04.25.0202

10. Conclusions from Non-Clinical Tests

Based on the results of the testing and comparisons performed, InFront believes that the subject InFront Interbody Fusion System is substantially equivalent to the predicate systems it was compared to.