K Number
K161744
Device Name
Symmetry Sharp Kerrison Rongeur
Date Cleared
2016-09-07

(75 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
882.4840
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur is indicated for cutting bony tissue of the spine. The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur is a manually operated instrument that consists of a Handle and Tips (available in single use or reusable).
Device Description
The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison Rongeur is designed to have detachable tips that are disposable. The detachable tips are provided as either sterile single use or as nonsterile reusable tips. The reusable tips must be cleaned and sterilized before use. The sterile, disposable tips are available in 4 cup sizes: (1, 2, 3, and 4 mm); which are identifiable by etchings on each device. The Reusable Tips for the Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle are available in 3 cup sizes: (2, 3, and 4 mm); which are identifiable by etchings on each device. The reusable tips have a mating code etched on each pair to ensure that only matched pairs are used. Each tip is designed with a shaft key that fits into its mating slot on the detachable instrument handle. The tip has cups, one within the stationary footplate and the other within the upper sliding shaft, performing the cutting of the bony tissue in the spine area. The various cup sizes within the working tips provide the surgeon various cutting configurations needed for the different characteristics of the bony tissue within the spine. The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle operates with a cup and ball assembly for smooth motion of the footplate when the handle is squeezed. The detachable, reusable instrument handles of this device are provided non-sterile and must be cleaned and sterilized prior to use. The instrument handles are available in three shaft lengths: (5, 6, and 7 inches).
More Information

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No
The device description and performance studies focus on the mechanical function and sterilization of a manually operated surgical instrument. There is no mention of AI or ML capabilities.

No
The device is a surgical instrument used for cutting bony tissue, not a therapeutic device designed to treat a disease or condition.

No

Explanation: The device is a surgical instrument (rongeur) designed for cutting bony tissue. It does not perform any diagnostic function.

No

The device description clearly outlines a physical, manually operated surgical instrument with a handle and detachable tips designed for cutting bony tissue. The performance studies focus on physical attributes like cleaning, sterilization, cutting performance, durability, and corrosion resistance, all indicative of a hardware device. There is no mention of software components or functionality.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is clearly stated as "cutting bony tissue of the spine." This is a surgical procedure performed directly on the patient's body.
  • Device Description: The description details a manually operated instrument with a handle and tips designed for cutting bone. This aligns with a surgical tool, not a device used to examine specimens from the body.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) or providing diagnostic information based on such analysis. The device's function is purely mechanical for surgical intervention.

IVD devices are used in vitro (outside the body) to examine specimens and provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening. This device operates in vivo (within the body) during surgery.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur is indicated for cutting bony tissue of the spine. The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur is a manually operated instrument that consists of a Handle and Tips (available in single use or reusable).

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

HAE

Device Description

The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison Rongeur is designed to have detachable tips that are disposable. The detachable tips are provided as either sterile single use or as nonsterile reusable tips. The reusable tips must be cleaned and sterilized before use. The sterile, disposable tips are available in 4 cup sizes: (1, 2, 3, and 4 mm); which are identifiable by etchings on each device. The Reusable Tips for the Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle are available in 3 cup sizes: (2, 3, and 4 mm); which are identifiable by etchings on each device. The reusable tips have a mating code etched on each pair to ensure that only matched pairs are used. Each tip is designed with a shaft key that fits into its mating slot on the detachable instrument handle. The tip has cups, one within the stationary footplate and the other within the upper sliding shaft, performing the cutting of the bony tissue in the spine area. The various cup sizes within the working tips provide the surgeon various cutting configurations needed for the different characteristics of the bony tissue within the spine. The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle operates with a cup and ball assembly for smooth motion of the footplate when the handle is squeezed. The detachable, reusable instrument handles of this device are provided non-sterile and must be cleaned and sterilized prior to use. The instrument handles are available in three shaft lengths: (5, 6, and 7 inches).

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

spine

Indicated Patient Age Range

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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)

Design verification and validation testing including Performance sterilization for both the reusable and disposable components, Data cleaning for the reusable components, cutting performance, durability, shelf life (disposable tips), and corrosion resistance.

Validation of the recommended cleaning process for reusable components:

  • Verification and Validation Activities: Cleaning challenge for reuse to confirm the device can be effectively cleaned.
  • Acceptance Criteria: Cleaning validation results must meet the following criteria acceptance criteria: residual proteins, residual hemoglobin, and residual carbohydrates.
  • Results: For substantial equivalence the device must be able to be adequately cleaned for reuse Pass.
  • Device used for Testing: Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle (worst case).

Validation of the recommended steam sterilization cycles for reusable components:

  • Verification and Validation Activities: Sterilization validation.
  • Acceptance Criteria: Must meet the requirements as defined in the applicable ISO Standard for the overkill method to achieve an SAL of 10-6.
  • Results: For substantial equivalence the reusable components must be able to be effectively sterilized with steam sterilization Pass.
  • Device used for Testing: Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle (worst case).

Validation of gamma sterilization cycle for single use components:

  • Verification and Validation Activities: Sterilization validation to confirm 10-6 SAL for gamma sterilization.
  • Acceptance Criteria: Must meet the requirements as defined in the Applicable ISO standard for VDMax to achieve an SAL of 10-6.
  • Results: For substantial equivalence the single use component must be able to be sterilized using gamma sterilization Pass.
  • Device used for Testing: Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Tip.

Confirmation of multiple use for the reusable components:

  • Verification and Validation Activities: Verification testing confirming performance for multiple uses.
  • Acceptance Criteria: The detachable tips must maintain acceptable cutting performance for up to 100 cuts. Reusable handle must maintain performance for 50 reuse cycles.
  • Results: For substantial equivalence the reusable must be sufficiently robust to support reuse Pass.
  • Device used for Testing: Detachable Tips for the Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle And the Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle.

Resistance to corrosion for the reusable components:

  • Verification and Validation Activities: Corrosion testing.
  • Acceptance Criteria: Must not corrode when exposed to a corrosion challenge.
  • Results: For Substantial Equivalence device must be resistant to corrosion Pass.
  • Device used for Testing: Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle (same material as the reusable tips).

Packaging validation/shelf life for single use components:

  • Verification and Validation Activities: Shelf Life studies per ASTM standards.
  • Acceptance Criteria: Package and product must demonstrate package and product stability over the claimed shelf life period.
  • Results: Package and product performance evaluations conducted on the single use component for shelf life confirm a two year shelf life Pass.
  • Device used for Testing: Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Tip.

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.

K130541

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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§ 882.4840 Manual rongeur.

(a)
Identification. A manual rongeur is a manually operated instrument used for cutting or biting bone during surgery involving the skull or spinal column.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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September 7, 2016

Symmetry Surgical Inc. % Ms. Michele Lucey Regulatory Consultant Lakeshore Medical Device Consulting LLC 128 Blye Hill Landing Newbury. New Hampshire 03255

Re: K161744

Trade/Device Name: Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4840 Regulation Name: Manual Rongeur Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HAE Dated: August 6, 2016 Received: August 8, 2016

Dear Ms. Lucey:

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,

Carlos L. Pena -5ி/Δ

Carlos L. Peña, PhD, MS Director Division of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K161744

Device Name Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison Rongeur is indicated for cutting bony tissue of the Symmetry Sharp Kerrison Rongeur is a manually operated instrument that consists of a Handle and Tips (available in single use or reusable).

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 D)

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K161744

Symmetry Surgical Inc Special

510(k) Summary

This 510(k) Summary is submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR Part 807, Section 807.92(c)

Submitter Information:

| Submitter's

Name:Symmetry Surgical Inc.
Address:3034 Owen Drive, Antioch TN 37013
Telephone:1-800-251-3000
Fax:1-615-964-5567
Submitter
Regulatory
Contact:Michele Lucey
Lakeshore Medical Device Consulting, LLC
128 Blye Hill Landing
Newbury, NH 03255
603-763-3455
Date Prepared:September 7, 2016
Device Trade
Name:Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur
Common/Usual
Name:Manual Rongeur
Regulation
Name:Manual Rongeur
Regulation
Number:21 CFR 882.4840

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Class2
Product CodeHAE
Predicate
DeviceK130541 Kerrison Disposable Tip Rongeur
Intended UseThe Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur is indicated for cutting
bony tissue of the spine. The Symmetry Sharp Kerrison®
Rongeur is a manually operated instrument that consists of a
Handle and Tips (available in single use or reusable).
Device
DescriptionThe Symmetry Sharp Kerrison Rongeur is designed to have
detachable tips that are disposable. The detachable tips are
provided as either sterile single use or as nonsterile reusable tips.
The reusable tips must be cleaned and sterilized before use. The
sterile, disposable tips are available in 4 cup sizes: (1, 2, 3, and 4
mm); which are identifiable by etchings on each device. The
Reusable Tips for the Symmetry Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle
are available in 3 cup sizes: (2, 3, and 4 mm); which are
identifiable by etchings on each device. The reusable tips have a
mating code etched on each pair to ensure that only matched pairs
are used. Each tip is designed with a shaft key that fits into its
mating slot on the detachable instrument handle. The tip has cups,
one within the stationary footplate and the other within the upper
sliding shaft, performing the cutting of the bony tissue in the spine
area. The various cup sizes within the working tips provide the
surgeon various cutting configurations needed for the different
characteristics of the bony tissue within the spine. The Symmetry
Sharp Kerrison® Rongeur Handle operates with a cup and ball
assembly for smooth motion of the footplate when the handle is
squeezed. The detachable, reusable instrument handles of this
device are provided non-sterile and must be cleaned and sterilized
prior to use. The instrument handles are available in three shaft
lengths: (5, 6, and 7 inches).

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Feature/SpecificationSubject DevicePredicate DeviceComparison
Symmetry Sharp Kerrison®
RongeurSymmetry Kerrison Disposable
Tip RongeursOf Subject Device to
Predicate Device
K130541
General DescriptionManual RongeurManual RongeurSame
Intended UseThe Symmetry Sharp
Kerrison® Rongeur is
indicated for cutting bony
tissue of the spine. The
Symmetry Sharp
Kerrison®
Rongeur is a manually
operated instrument that
consists of a Handle and
Tips (available in single
use or reusable).The Rongeur (handle and
tip) is indicated for cutting
bony tissue of the spine.
The Symmetry Kerrison
Disposable Tip Rongeur is
a manually operated
instrument that consists of
handle and disposable
detachable tips.Same, except for the
removal of "disposable" to
allow for a general tip
description
Device Size and GeometryTips are provided in 4 cup
sizes, 1,2, 3, and 4 mm.
Handle is provided in three
shaft lengths, 5, 6, and 7
inchesTips are provided in 4 cup
sizes, 1,2, 3, and 4 mm.
Handle is provided in three
shaft lengths, 5, 6, and 7 inchesSame, except for the 1mm
tip will not be marketed as
a reusable device
MaterialsTips are 420 stainless steel
Handle is primarily 420
stainless steel with mating
component parts made from
Mating components are
manufactured with German
Stainless Steel 1.4301, 1.4310
(equivalent to 304 SS, 303 SS,
and 301 SS, respectively)Tips are 420 stainless steel with
an ABS insert
Handle is primarily 420
stainless steel with mating
component parts made from
German Stainless Steel 1.4301,
1.4310 (equivalent to 304 SS,
303 SS, and 301 SS)Same except for the
removal of the ABS insert
which had no mechanical
or performance function, no
longer present in the current
disposable tip
design
Mechanism of actionCutting shaft and footplateCutting shaft and footplateSame
Feature/SpecificationSubject DevicePredicate DeviceComparison
Symmetry Sharp Kerrison®
RongeurSymmetry Kerrison Disposable
Tip Rongeurs
K130541Of Subject Device to
Predicate Device
closed on tissue through
mechanical handle
compressionclosed on tissue through
mechanical handle compression
Limits of useReusable handle, disposable
tips, and reusable tipsReusable handle and disposable
tipsSimilar, both devices have
reusable and disposable
components
How SuppliedDisposable tips are sterile
Reusable tips and reusable
handle are nonsterile and must
be cleaned and sterilized
before first useDisposable tips are sterile
Reusable handle is nonsterile
and must be cleaned and
sterilized before first useSame, only difference is
inclusion of the reusable
tips
SAL10-610-6Same
Sterilization MethodGamma for the disposable tips
Steam for the reusable handle
and disposable tipsGamma for the disposable tips
Steam for the reusable handleSame except for adding
steam for reusable tips

Technological Characteristics of the Device Compared to the Predicate Device:

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Principles of Operation:

Each tip has cups, one within the stationary footplate and the other within the upper sliding shaft, performing the cutting of the bony tissue in the patient's spinal area when the instrument handles are compressed by the surgeon.

Design verification and validation testing including Performance sterilization for both the reusable and disposable components, Data cleaning for the reusable components, cutting performance, durability, shelf life (disposable tips), and corrosion resistance. The following table provides details relative to the device performance testing used to support substantial equivalence:

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Summary of Performance Testing Conducted to Establish Substantial Equivalence
Performance TestVerification and
Validation
ActivitiesAcceptance CriteriaResultsDevice used for
Testing
Validation of the
recommended
cleaning process
for reusable
componentsCleaning
challenge for
reuse to confirm
the device can
be effectively
cleaned.Cleaning validation
results must meet the
following criteria
acceptance criteria:
residual proteins
residual hemoglobin
and residual
carbohydratesFor substantial
equivalence the
device must be
able to be
adequately
cleaned for reuse
PassSymmetry Sharp
Kerrison® Rongeur
Handle (worst case)
Validation of
the
recommended
steam
sterilization
cycles for
reusable
componentsSterilization
validationMust meet the
requirements as
defined in the
applicable ISO
Standard for the
overkill method to
achieve an SAL of 10-6For substantial
equivalence the
reusable
components
must be able to
be effectively
sterilized with
steam
sterilization
PassSymmetry Sharp
Kerrison® Rongeur
Handle (worst case)
Validation of
gamma
sterilization cycle
for single use
componentsSterilization
validation to
confirm 10-6
SAL for
gamma
sterilizationMust meet the
requirements as
defined in the
Applicable ISO
standard for VDMax to
achieve an SAL of
10-6For substantial
equivalence the
single use
component must
be able to be
sterilized using
gamma
sterilization
PassSymmetry Sharp
Kerrison®
Rongeur Tip
Confirmation of
multiple use for
the reusable
componentsVerification
testing
confirming
performance for
multiple usesThe detachable tips
must maintain
acceptable cutting
performance for up to
100 cuts.
Reusable handle must
maintain performance
for 50 reuse cyclesFor substantial
equivalence the
reusable must be
sufficiently
robust to support
reuse
PassDetachable Tips for
the Symmetry Sharp
Kerrison® Rongeur
Handle
And the Symmetry
Sharp Kerrison®
Rongeur Handle
Summary of Performance Testing Conducted to Establish Substantial Equivalence
Performance TestVerification and
Validation
ActivitiesAcceptance CriteriaResultsDevice used for
Testing
Resistance to
corrosion for the
reusable
componentsCorrosion
testingMust not corrode
when exposed to a
corrosion challengeFor Substantial
Equivalence
device must be
resistant to
corrosion
PassSymmetry Sharp
Kerrison® Rongeur
Handle (same
material as the
reusable tips)
Packaging
validation/shelf
life for single
use componentsShelf Life
studies per
ASTM
standardsPackage and product
must demonstrate
package and product
stability over the
claimed shelf life
periodPackage and
product
performance
evaluations
conducted on the
single use
component for
shelf life confirm
a two year shelf
life
PassSymmetry Sharp
Kerrison®
Rongeur Tip

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Based on the performance testing and comparison the subject device
is substantially equivalent to the predicate. Conclusion: