K Number
K143065
Device Name
NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System
Date Cleared
2015-01-21

(89 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3060
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System is an anterior non-load bearing plate system that may be used in the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine (T1-S1). The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System, in conjuction with traditional rigid fixation, is intended for use in spinal fusion procedures as a means to maintain the relative position of weak bony tissue such as allografts and autografts. This device is not intended for load bearing applications.
Device Description
The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System is an anterior non-load bearing plate system manufactured from Ti-6A1-4V per ASTM F1472 or Ti-6Al-4V ELI per ASTM F136, Nickel-Cobalt-Chromium-Molybdenum Alloy (Carpenter MP35NTM Alloy) per ASTM F562, and Nitinol SE510 per ASTM F2063. The implants are available in a variety of different shapes and sizes to suit the individual pathology and anatomical conditions of the patient.
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The document describes a mechanical implant system and does not mention any software, algorithms, or AI/ML capabilities.

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The device is intended for use in spinal fusion procedures to maintain the relative position of weak bony tissue, which is a therapeutic purpose.

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The device is an anterior non-load bearing plate system intended for use in spinal fusion procedures to maintain the relative position of weak bony tissue, not to diagnose a condition.

No

The device description explicitly states it is a plate system manufactured from various metal alloys, indicating it is a physical hardware 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 "spinal fusion procedure" device used to "maintain the relative position of weak bony tissue". This describes a surgical implant used in vivo (within the body) during a medical procedure.
  • Device Description: The description details the materials and types of implants, which are physical components designed to be surgically placed in the spine.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of the device being used to examine specimens from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue, etc.) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.

IVD devices are used in vitro (outside the body) to analyze biological samples. This device is a surgical implant used in vivo.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System is an anterior non-load bearing plate system that may be used in the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine (T1-S1). The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System, in conjuction with traditional rigid fixation, is intended for use in spinal fusion procedures as a means to maintain the relative position of weak bony tissue such as allografts and autografts. This device is not intended for load bearing applications.

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

KWQ

Device Description

The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System is an anterior non-load bearing plate system manufactured from Ti-6A1-4V per ASTM F1472 or Ti-6Al-4V ELI per ASTM F136, Nickel-Cobalt-Chromium-Molybdenum Alloy (Carpenter MP35NTM Alloy) per ASTM F562, and Nitinol SE510 per ASTM F2063. The implants are available in a variety of different shapes and sizes to suit the individual pathology and anatomical conditions of the patient.

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine (T1-S1)

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

Nonclinical testing was performed to demonstrate the subject ALIF Buttress Plate System is substantially equivalent to other predicate devices. The following testing was performed:

  • Static and Dynamic Cantilever Bending Testing per ASTM F1717-13

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.

K021039, K121837, K072339, K072943, K040130, K090415

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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§ 888.3060 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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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

January 21, 2015

NuVasive, Incorporated Ms. Michelle Cheung Regulatory Affairs Associate 7475 Lusk Boulevard San Diego, California 92121

Re: K143065

Trade/Device Name: NuVasive® ALIF Buttress Plate System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3060 Regulation Name: Spinal intervertebral body fixation orthosis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KWQ Dated: October 23, 2014 Received: October 24, 2014

Dear Ms. Cheung:

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.

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Sincerely yours,

Vincent J. Devlin -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

510(k) Number (if known)

K143065

Device Name NuVasive® ALIF Buttress Plate System

Indications for Use (Describe)

The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System is an anterior non-load bearing plate system that may be used in the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine (T1-S1). The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System, in conjuction with traditional rigid fixation, is intended for use in spinal fusion procedures as a means to maintain the relative position of weak bony tissue such as allografts and autografts. This device is not intended for load bearing applications.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)

2 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

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

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510(k) Summary

In accordance with Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 807, and in particular 21 CFR §807.92, the following summary of information is provided:

Submitted by: A.

Michelle Cheung Regulatory Affairs Associate NuVasive, Incorporated 7475 Lusk Blvd. San Diego, California 92121 Telephone: (858) 909-1800

Date Prepared: January 21, 2015

B. Device Name

Trade or Proprietary Name:NuVasive® ALIF Buttress Plate System
Common or Usual Name:Buttress Plate
Classification Name:Spinal Intervertebral Body Fixation Orthosis
Device Class:Class II
Classification:21 CFR § 888.3060
Product Code:KWQ

C. Predicate Devices

The subject ALIF Buttress Plate System is substantially equivalent to the following predicate devices:

Primary Predicates

  • K021039, Depuy AcroMed BowTi Anterior Buttress Staple System ●

Additional Predicates

  • K121837, NuVasive Brigade® Anterior Plate System ●
  • K072339, NuVasive Anterior Lumbar Plate System
  • K072943, X-spine Systems Butrex™ Buttress Plating System ●
  • K040130, SeaSpine Anterior Lumbar Buttress System ●
  • K090415, Eminent Spine Fang Plate System ●

Device Description D.

The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System is an anterior non-load bearing plate system manufactured from Ti-6A1-4V per ASTM F1472 or Ti-6Al-4V ELI per ASTM F136, Nickel-Cobalt-Chromium-Molybdenum Alloy (Carpenter MP35NTM Alloy) per ASTM F562, and Nitinol SE510 per ASTM F2063. The implants are available in a variety of

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different shapes and sizes to suit the individual pathology and anatomical conditions of the patient.

E. Intended Use

The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System is an anterior non-load bearing plate system that may be used in the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine (T1-S1). The NuVasive ALIF Buttress Plate System, in conjuction with traditional rigid fixation, is intended for use in spinal fusion procedures as a means to maintain the relative position of weak bony tissue such as allografts and autografts. This device is not intended for load bearing applications.

F. Technological Characteristics

The subject ALIF Buttress Plate System is substantially equivalent to other predicate devices cleared by the FDA for commercial distribution in the United States. The subject device was shown to have equivalent technological characteristics to its predicate devices through comparison in areas including design, intended use, material composition, and function. This device does not contain software or electrical equipment.

G. Performance Data

Nonclinical testing was performed to demonstrate the subject ALIF Buttress Plate System is substantially equivalent to other predicate devices. The following testing was performed:

  • Static and Dynamic Cantilever Bending Testing per ASTM F1717-13

Conclusions H.

Based on the indications for use, technological characteristics, and comparison to predicate devices, the subject ALIF Buttress Plate System has been shown to be substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices for its intended use.