K Number
K172343
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2017-10-23

(82 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3080
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

When Fortilink-C is used as cervical interbody fusion (IBF) implants, these devices are indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disease (DDD) of the cervical spine with accompanying radicular symptoms at one level or two contiguous levels. DDD is defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. These IBF devices are used to facilitate interbody fusion in the cervical spine and are placed via an anterior approach from C2-C3 to C7-T1 using autogenous bone graft and/or allogenic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft. The IBF devices are intended to be used with supplemental fixation cleared for the implanted level. Patients should have at least six (6) weeks of non-operative treatment with an interbody fusion device.

When Fortilink-TS and Fortilink-L are used as lumbar interbody fusion (IBF) implants, these devices are indicated for intervertebral body fusion of the spine in sketally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DD) and up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis of the lumbar spine at one level or two contiguous levels. DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. These IBF devices are used to facilitate interbody fusion in the lumbar spine from L1-L2 to L5-S1 using autogenous bone graft and/or allogenic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft to facilitate fusion. The IBF devices are intended to be used with supplemental fixation cleared for the implanted level. Patients should have at least six (6) months of nonoperative treatment prior to treatment with an interbody fusion device.

Device Description

The interbody fusion (IBF) devices are designed to be inserted into the intervertebral body space of the spine, and are intended for intervertebral body fusion. These implants are manufactured from a radiolucent polymer (PolyEtherKetoneKetone (PEKK)) (ASTM F2820) which should support radiographic imaging inside the implant to evaluate fusion status and are assembled with radiographic markers composed of tantalum (ASTM F560) to facilitate proper implant position. The implants are provided sterile by gamma irradiation and are intended to be used with supplemental fixation cleared for the implanted level. The implants are supplied with instrumentation necessary to facilitate the insertion and removal of the implants, as well as general manual surgical instruments. These implants are provided in different footprints and varying heights to provide implant options best suited to an individual's pathology and anatomical condition. The following designs are included in the Fortilink IBF System : - Fortilink-C IBF System - Fortilink-TS IBF System - Fortilink-L IBF System

AI/ML Overview

The provided text is a 510(k) premarket notification for a medical device, the Fortilink® Interbody Fusion (IBF) System with TETRAfuse® 3D Technology. It details the device's characteristics, indications for use, and a summary of pre-clinical performance data.

However, the document does not contain information about acceptance criteria or a study that specifically proves the device meets those criteria in the context of an AI/human-in-the-loop system. The "Pre-Clinical Performance Data" section lists standard ASTM test methods for intervertebral body fusion devices, such as static and dynamic axial compression, static subsidence, and static expulsion/push-out. It also mentions evaluation for pyrogenicity using the Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) assay. These are mechanical and biological performance tests for the physical implant, not for an AI-driven or diagnostic system.

Therefore, I cannot populate the table or answer the specific questions related to AI system performance, ground truth, expert consensus, or MRMC studies, as this information is not present in the provided text. The document is for a physical medical implant, not an AI/software as a medical device (SaMD).

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October 23, 2017

RTI Surgical, Inc. Diana Taylor Sr. Regulatory Specialist 375 River Park Circle Marquette, MI 49855

Re: K172343

Trade/Device Name: Fortilink@ Interbody Fusion (IBF) System with TETRAfuse® 3D Technology Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MAX, ODP Dated: September 28, 2017 Received: September 29, 2017

Dear Ms. Taylor:

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,

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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Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120

Expiration Date: 06/30/2020

See PRA Statement below.

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration

Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K172343

Device Name

Fortilink® Interbody Fusion (IBF) System with TETRAfuse® 3D Technology

Indications for Use (Describe)

When Fortilink-C is used as cervical interbody fusion (IBF) implants, these devices are indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disease (DDD) of the cervical spine with accompanying radicular symptoms at one level or two contiguous levels. DDD is defined as discogenic pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. These IBF devices are used to facilitate interbody fusion in the cervical spine and are placed via an anterior approach from C2-C3 to C7-T1 using autogenous bone graft and/or allogenic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft. The IBF devices are intended to be used with supplemental fixation cleared for the implanted level. Patients should have at least six (6) weeks of non-operative treatment with an interbody fusion device.

When Fortilink-TS and Fortilink-L are used as lumbar interbody fusion (IBF) implants, these devices are indicated for intervertebral body fusion of the spine in sketally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DD) and up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis of the lumbar spine at one level or two contiguous levels. DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. These IBF devices are used to facilitate interbody fusion in the lumbar spine from L1-L2 to L5-S1 using autogenous bone graft and/or allogenic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft to facilitate fusion. The IBF devices are intended to be used with supplemental fixation cleared for the implanted level. Patients should have at least six (6) months of nonoperative treatment prior to treatment with an interbody fusion device.

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 Pursuant to 21 CFR 807.92

Sponsor:RTI Surgical, Inc.375 River Park CircleMarquette, MI 49855 USAContact: Diana TaylorPhone: (386) 418-8888Fax: (386) 418-1627
Prepared: October 20, 2017
Trade name:Fortilink® Interbody Fusion (IBF) System with TETRAfuse® 3D Technology
Common name:Intervertebral Body Fusion Implants
Regulation:21 CFR 888.3080; Class II
Product CodesMAX and ODP
Device Panel:Orthopedic
Predicate Devices:Primary Predicate Device: K170643 PEEK IBF/VBR SystemReference Device: K163673, Fortilink®-C with TETRAfuse® 3D Technology
Description:The interbody fusion (IBF) devices are designed to be inserted into theintervertebral body space of the spine, and are intended for intervertebral bodyfusion. These implants are manufactured from a radiolucent polymer(PolyEtherKetoneKetone (PEKK)) (ASTM F2820) which should supportradiographic imaging inside the implant to evaluate fusion status and areassembled with radiographic markers composed of tantalum (ASTM F560) tofacilitate proper implant position. The implants are provided sterile by gammairradiation and are intended to be used with supplemental fixation cleared for theimplanted level. The implants are supplied with instrumentation necessary tofacilitate the insertion and removal of the implants, as well as general manualsurgical instruments.These implants are provided in different footprints and varying heights to provideimplant options best suited to an individual's pathology and anatomical condition.The following designs are included in the Fortilink IBF System :- Fortilink-C IBF System- Fortilink-TS IBF System- Fortilink-L IBF System
Pre-ClinicalPerformance Data:The following Fortilink IBF System worst case construct pre-clinical performancedata supports the determination of substantial equivalence:• ASTM F2077, Test Methods for Intervertebral Body Fusion Devices,for static and dynamic axial compression and static and dynamic torsion.• ASTM F2267, Standard Test Method for Measuring Load Induced Subsidenceof an Intervertebral Body Fusion Device Under Static Axial Compression, forstatic subsidence.• DRAFT Z8423Z, Static Push-Out Test Method for Intervertebral Body FusionDevices, for static expulsion/push-out.Pyrogenicity of the sterile devices was evaluated using the Limulus AmebocyteLysate (LAL) assay. The devices are tested to ensure the endotoxin level meetsthe requirements of maximum endotoxin limit for implantable medical devices[20 EU per device].
Indication for Use:When Fortilink-C is used as cervical interbody fusion (IBF) implants, thesedevices are indicated for use in skeletally mature patients with degenerative discdisease (DDD) of the cervical spine with accompanying radicular symptoms atone level or two contiguous levels. DDD is defined as discogenic pain withdegeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies.These IBF devices are used to facilitate interbody fusion in the cervical spine andare placed via an anterior approach from C2-C3 to C7-T1 using autogenous bonegraft and/or allogenic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellousbone graft. The IBF devices are intended to be used with supplemental fixationcleared for the implanted level. Patients should have at least six (6) weeks of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with an interbody fusion device.
When Fortilink-TS and Fortilink-L are used as lumbar interbody fusion (IBF)implants, these devices are indicated for intervertebral body fusion of the spine inskeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) and up to Grade1 spondylolisthesis of the lumbar spine at one level or two contiguous levels.DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the discconfirmed by history and radiographic studies. These IBF devices are used tofacilitate interbody fusion in the lumbar spine from L1-L2 to L5-S1 usingautogenous bone graft and/or allogenic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/orcorticocancellous bone graft to facilitate fusion. The IBF devices are intended tobe used with supplemental fixation cleared for the implanted level. Patients shouldhave at least six (6) months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with aninterbody fusion device
ConclusionThis submission supports that the subject Fortilink IBF devices are substantiallyequivalent to the previously cleared predicate devices. The subject and predicatedevices are equivalent in terms of indications for use, sterilization, packaging,technological characteristics, design features, and mechanical strength. There areno significant differences between the subject and predicate devices that wouldimpact the safety and effectiveness of the Fortilink IBF system.

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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.