(53 days)
No
The summary describes a mechanical spinal fixation system and its instruments, with no mention of software, algorithms, or any technology that would suggest AI/ML. The performance studies are mechanical tests.
Yes
The device is a spinal fixation system intended to stabilize the spine during fusion, treating conditions like spondylolisthesis, fracture, and scoliosis.
No
The Sniper® System is explicitly described as a "spinal fixation system" intended for stabilizing the spine during fusion, not for diagnosing conditions.
No
The device description explicitly states that the Sniper® Spine System consists of physical components made of titanium alloy and cobalt chrome alloy (screws, connectors, rods). It is a spinal fixation system, which is a hardware implant.
Based on the provided information, the Sniper® System is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic) device.
Here's why:
- IVD devices are used to examine specimens derived from the human body (like blood, urine, or tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
- The Sniper® System is a spinal fixation system consisting of implants (screws, rods, connectors) and instruments used for surgical procedures to stabilize the spine. It is implanted directly into the patient's body.
The description clearly indicates a surgical implant and associated instruments, not a device used for testing biological samples outside the body.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
The Sniper® System is a non-cervical spinal fixation system intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation (11-S2/ ilium) in skeletally mature patients. The Sniper® Spine System is indicated for degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis).
The Sniper® Spine System is also indicated for pedicle screw fixation in skeletally mature patients with severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) at the L5-S1 vertebral joint, having fusions with autogenous bone graft, with the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (levels of pedicle screw fixation are L3-S2/ilium), and for whom the device is intended to be removed after solid fusion is attained.
The Sniper® Spine System percutaneous instruments are intended to be used with the Sniper® System Implants. The instruments, when used with the percutaneous cannulated screws and percutaneous rods, are intended to provide the surgeon with a percutaneous approach for posterior spinal surgery for degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis). The instruments are also intended to provide a percutaneous approach for pedicle screw fixation in skeletally mature patients with severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) at the L5-S1 vertebral joint, having fusions with autogenous bone graft, with the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (levels of pedicle screw fixation are L3-S2/ilium), and for whom the device is intended to be removed after solid fusion is attained.
Product codes
MNI, MNH
Device Description
The Sniper® Spine System consists of a selection of non-sterile, single use, titanium allov screw and connector components, and titanium allov and cobalt chrome alloy rod components that are assembled to create a rigid spinal construct. The components of the Sniper® Spine System are attached to the non-cervical spine in order to stabilize the spine during fusion of the vertebral bodies, and are intended to be removed after spinal fusion is achieved.
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Anatomical Site
non-cervical spine, T1-S2/ilium, L5-S1 vertebral joint, L3-S2/ilium
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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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)
Performance evaluations were previously conducted on constructs representing the worst case components (including static torsion, static axial compression and dynamic axial compression bending in accordance with ASTM F1717). Engineering rationales determined that the proposed implants were substantially the same as the predicate devices.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 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.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
February 26, 2016
Spine Wave, Incorporated Ms. Kelly Barbieri Senior Director, Quality 3 Enterprise Drive, Suite 210 Shelton, Connecticut 06484
Re: K160003
Trade/Device Name: Sniper® Spine System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3070 Regulation Name: Pedicle screw spinal system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MNI, MNH Dated: December 31, 2015 Received: January 4, 2016
Dear Ms. Barbieri:
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.
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Sincerely yours,
Mark N. Melkerson -S
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) K160003
Device Name Sniper® Spine System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Sniper® System is a non-cervical spinal fixation system intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation (11-S2/ ilium) in skeletally mature patients. The Sniper® Spine System is indicated for degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis).
The Sniper® Spine System is also indicated for pedicle screw fixation in skeletally mature patients with severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) at the L5-S1 vertebral joint, having fusions with autogenous bone graft, with the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (levels of pedicle screw fixation are L3-S2/ilium), and for whom the device is intended to be removed after solid fusion is attained.
The Sniper® Spine System percutaneous instruments are intended to be used with the Sniper® System Implants. The instruments, when used with the percutaneous cannulated screws and percutaneous rods, are intended to provide the surgeon with a percutaneous approach for posterior spinal surgery for degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis). The instruments are also intended to provide a percutaneous approach for pedicle screw fixation in skeletally mature patients with severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) at the L5-S1 vertebral joint, having fusions with autogenous bone graft, with the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (levels of pedicle screw fixation are L3-S2/ilium), and for whom the device is intended to be removed after solid fusion is attained.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
|---|---|
| ☑ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | ☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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510(k) Summary Sniper® Spine System
1. Submitter Information
| Submitter: | Spine Wave, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Address: | Three Enterprise Drive |
| Suite 210 | |
| Shelton, CT 06484 | |
| Telephone: | 203-712-1804 |
| Telefax: | 203-944-9493 |
| Contact: | Kelly Barbieri |
| Date Prepared: | December 31, 2015 |
2. Device Information
| Trade Name: | Sniper® Spine System |
|---|---|
| Common Name: | Pedicle Screw Spinal System |
| Classification Name: | Pedicle Screw Spinal System |
| Classification/Code: | Class II per 21 CFR 888.3070 / MNH, MNI |
3. Purpose of Submission
The purpose of this submission is to gain clearance for additional components for the Sniper® Spine System, including additional screw sizes, cobalt chrome alloy rods and offset connectors. The indications for use are also being modified as a result of these line additions.
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4. Predicate Device Information
The Sniper® Spine System described in this submission is substantially equivalent to the following predicates:
| Predicate Device | Manufacturer | 510(k) No. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Predicate | Sniper® Spine System | Spine Wave, Inc. | K152174 |
| Additional Predicate | CapSure® PS System | Spine Wave, Inc. | K132154 |
5. Device Description
The Sniper® Spine System consists of a selection of non-sterile, single use, titanium allov screw and connector components, and titanium allov and cobalt chrome alloy rod components that are assembled to create a rigid spinal construct. The components of the Sniper® Spine System are attached to the non-cervical spine in order to stabilize the spine during fusion of the vertebral bodies, and are intended to be removed after spinal fusion is achieved.
6. Indications for Use
The Sniper® Spine System is a non-cervical spinal fixation system intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation (T1-S2/ilium) in skeletally mature patients. The Sniper® Spine System is indicated for degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis).
The Sniper® Spine System is also indicated for pedicle screw fixation in skeletally mature patients with severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) at the L5-S1 vertebral joint, having fusions with autogenous bone graft, with the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (levels of pedicle screw fixation are L3-S2/ilium), and for whom the device is intended to be removed after solid fusion is attained.
The Sniper® Spine System percutaneous instruments are intended to be used with the Sniper® System Implants. The instruments, when used with the percutaneous cannulated screws and percutaneous rods, are intended to provide the surgeon with a percutaneous approach for posterior spinal surgery for degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurologic impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudoarthrosis). The instruments are also intended to provide a percutaneous approach for pedicle screw fixation in skeletally mature patients with severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) at the L5-S1 vertebral joint, having fusions with autogenous bone graft, with the device fixed or attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (levels of pedicle screw fixation are L3-S2/ilium), and for whom the device is intended to be removed after solid fusion is attained.
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7. Comparison of Technological Characteristics
The substantial equivalence of the subject Sniper® Spine System to the predicates is shown by similarity in intended use, indications for use, materials and performance.
8. Performance Data
Performance evaluations were previously conducted on constructs representing the worst case components (including static torsion, static axial compression and dynamic axial compression bending in accordance with ASTM F1717). Engineering rationales determined that the proposed implants were substantially the same as the predicate devices.
9. Conclusion
Based on the indications for use, technological characteristics, performance testing, and comparison to the predicates, the subject Sniper® Spine System has been shown to be substantially equivalent to the predicate devices identified in this submission, and does not present any new issues of safety or effectiveness.