K Number
K172419
Device Name
Velofix™ TLIF Cage
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2017-12-04

(116 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3080
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdparty
Intended Use
The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is indicated for intervertebral body fusion at one level or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2 to S1 in patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) with up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. These patients should be skeletally mature and have had six months of nonoperative treatment. The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is to be used with supplemental internal spinal fixation. Additionally, the Velofix™ TLIF Cage is to be used with autogenous bone graft material.
Device Description
The Velofix™ TLIF Cage consists of implants available in various heights, width, length and angle with an open architecture to accept packing of auto bone graft material. The device is consisted of cage body, articulating component and radiographic markers. The articulating component is for attachment to the inserter instrument to allow the cage to pivot to the final positioning. The Velofix™ TLIF Cage may be implanted a single device via a transforaminal approach and adopted to the anterior anatomy of the vertebral endplates. The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is constructed of medical grade Polyetheretherketone (PEEK for ASTM F2026) with a titanium alloy for articulating component (Ti6Al4V ELI for ASTM F136), and tantalum radiographic markers for spinal applications(Tantalum for ASTM F560). The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is implanted by using the instruments manufactured from stainless steel materials that conform to ASTM F899.
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The summary describes a physical implantable device and its mechanical properties, with no mention of software, algorithms, or data processing related to AI/ML.

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The device is used for intervertebral body fusion to treat degenerative disc disease, which is a medical condition, making it a therapeutic device.

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Explanation: The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is an implantable device used for intervertebral body fusion in the lumbar spine, specifically indicated for treatment of degenerative disc disease. It is a therapy device, not a diagnostic one.

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The device description clearly states it is a physical implant made of PEEK, titanium alloy, and tantalum, intended for surgical implantation. It also mentions associated stainless steel instruments. This is a hardware device, not software.

Based on the provided information, the Velofix™ TLIF Cage is not an In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) device.

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostic devices are used to examine specimens taken from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • Velofix™ TLIF Cage Function: The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is an implantable medical device designed to be surgically placed in the lumbar spine to facilitate bone fusion. It is a structural device used in treatment, not a device used to analyze biological samples for diagnostic purposes.
  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly describes a surgical procedure for treating degenerative disc disease and spondylolisthesis by promoting intervertebral body fusion.
  • Device Description: The description details the materials and components of a physical implant designed for surgical insertion.
  • Performance Studies: The performance studies focus on the mechanical properties and structural integrity of the implant (compression, shear, subsidence), which are relevant to its function as a surgical device, not an IVD.

Therefore, the Velofix™ TLIF Cage falls under the category of a surgical implant or spinal fusion device, not an In Vitro Diagnostic device.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is indicated for intervertebral body fusion at one level or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2 to S1 in patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) with up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. These patients should be skeletally mature and have had six months of non-operative treatment.

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is to be used with supplemental internal spinal fixation. Additionally, the Velofix™ TLIF Cage is to be used with autogenous bone graft material.

Product codes

MAX

Device Description

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage consists of implants available in various heights, width, length and angle with an open architecture to accept packing of auto bone graft material. The device is consisted of cage body, articulating component and radiographic markers. The articulating component is for attachment to the inserter instrument to allow the cage to pivot to the final positioning.

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage may be implanted a single device via a transforaminal approach and adopted to the anterior anatomy of the vertebral endplates.

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is constructed of medical grade Polyetheretherketone (PEEK for ASTM F2026) with a titanium alloy for articulating component (Ti6Al4V ELI for ASTM F136), and tantalum radiographic markers for spinal applications(Tantalum for ASTM F560). The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is implanted by using the instruments manufactured from stainless steel materials that conform to ASTM F899.

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

lumbar spine from L2 to S1

Indicated Patient Age Range

skeletally mature

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Summary of Performance Studies

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage was tested in a non clinical setting (bench testing). All tests met all acceptance criteria and that verifies performance of the Velofix™ TLIF Cage is substantially equivalent to predicate devices. The acceptance criteria for performance testing were developed using the data of the primary predicate, Velofix 10 Interbody Fusion System (K132926, K140864).

The following tests were performed:

  • (1) Static compression test according to ASTM F2077
  • (2) Dynamic compression test according to ASTM F2077
  • (3) Static compression-shear test according to ASTM F2077
  • (4) Dynamic compression-shear test according to ASTM F2077
  • (5) Subsidence test according to ASTM F2267

Additionally, the finite element analysis was performed to aid in the selection of the worst case implants.

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Predicate Device(s)

K132926, K140864, K122097, K100743, K151726, K122518, K161173, K162220

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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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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December 4, 2017

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U & I Corporation Jee-Ae Bang RA Assistant Manager 20, Sandan-ro 76beon-gil(Rd) Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do, 11781 Korea

Re: K172419

Trade/Device Name: Velofix™ TLIF Cage Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MAX Dated: November 2, 2017 Received: November 3, 2017

Dear Jee-Ae Bang:

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 of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820);

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and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

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.

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Sincerely,

Katherine D. Kavlock -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) K172419

Device Name Velofix™ TLIF Cage

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is indicated for intervertebral body fusion at one level or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2 to S1 in patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) with up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. These patients should be skeletally mature and have had six months of nonoperative treatment. The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is to be used with supplemental internal spinal fixation. Additionally, the Velofix™ TLIF Cage is to be used with autogenous bone graft material.

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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6. 510(k) Summary

| Manufacturer: | U & I Corporation
20, Sandan-ro 76beon-gil(Rd), Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do,
11781, Korea, |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Sponsor: | U & I Corporation
20, Sandan-ro 76beon-gil(Rd), Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do,
11781, Korea, |
| Sponsor Contact: | Jee-Ae Bang, Regulatory Affairs Assistant Manager
+82 31 860 6846
bbangzhi@youic.com |
| Date Prepared: | November 02, 2017 |
| Device Name: | Trade Name: Velofix™ TLIF Cage |
| Classification Name: | Spinal Intervertebral Body Fusion Device, Lumbar
, per 21 CFR 888.3080 |
| Common Name: | Intervertebral Body Fusion Device, IBF Device |
| Product Code: | MAX |
| Primary Predicate Device: Velofix™ Interbody Fusion System (K132926, K140864) | |
| Secondary Predicate Devices: PATRIOT® SPACER (K122097)
Atlas Spine Pivoting System (K100743)
AVS® Navigator PEEK Spacer (K151726) | |

TALON® TLIF Cage (K122518) Avenue® T TLIF Cage (K161173) DIO Medical IVA (TLIF) Cage (K162220)

Description of Device:

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage consists of implants available in various heights, width, length and angle with an open architecture to accept packing of auto bone graft material. The device is consisted of cage body, articulating component and radiographic markers. The articulating component is for attachment to the inserter instrument to allow the cage to pivot to the final positioning.

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage may be implanted a single device via a transforaminal approach and adopted to the anterior anatomy of the vertebral endplates.

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is constructed of medical grade Polyetheretherketone (PEEK for ASTM F2026) with a titanium alloy for articulating component (Ti6Al4V ELI

Velofix™ TLIF Cage

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for ASTM F136), and tantalum radiographic markers for spinal applications(Tantalum for ASTM F560). The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is implanted by using the instruments manufactured from stainless steel materials that conform to ASTM F899.

Indications For Use:

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is indicated for intervertebral body fusion at one level or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2 to S1 in patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) with up to Grade I spondylolisthesis at the involved level(s). DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. These patients should be skeletally mature and have had six months of non-operative treatment.

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage is to be used with supplemental internal spinal fixation. Additionally, the Velofix™ TLIF Cage is to be used with autogenous bone graft material.

Substantial Equivalence:

Velofix™ TLIF Cage is substantially equivalent to Velofix™ Interbody Fusion System (K132926, K140864), PATRIOT® SPACER (K122097), Atlas Spine Pivoting System (K100743), AVS® Navigator PEEK Spacer (K151726), TALON® TLIF Cage (K122518), Avenue® T TLIF Cage (K161173) and DIO Medical IVA (TLIF) Cage (K162220) in design, material, mechanical performance, function and intended use.

The mechanical performance of the additional size of Velofix™ TLIF Cage met the acceptance criteria which have been established from the predicate devices.

    1. Comparison Technological Characteristics
      The predicate and proposed devices have the similar intended use and basic fundamental scientific technology and share the following similarities;
  • The similar indications for use

  • Similar design features

    • . Pyramidal teeth on superior and inferior surfaces.
    • . Self-distracting nose which allows for insertion.
    • . Articulation mechanism which allows the cage to pivot to final positioning.
    • . Large graft cavity for bone graft packing to help aid in the fusion process.
    • Anterior and posterior side holes. .
    • . Tantalum Markers which produce radiographic visualization during implant insertion and final position.
    • Various lordosis angles(0°, 5°, 8°). .

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  • Incorporate the same or similar materials
  • The equivalent mechanical performance

2. Performance Testing

The Velofix™ TLIF Cage was tested in a non clinical setting (bench testing). All tests met all acceptance criteria and that verifies performance of the Velofix™ TLIF Cage is substantially equivalent to predicate devices. The acceptance criteria for performance testing were developed using the data of the primary predicate, Velofix 10 Interbody Fusion System (K132926, K140864).

The following tests were performed:

  • (1) Static compression test according to ASTM F2077
  • (2) Dynamic compression test according to ASTM F2077
  • (3) Static compression-shear test according to ASTM F2077
  • (4) Dynamic compression-shear test according to ASTM F2077
  • (5) Subsidence test according to ASTM F2267

Additionally, the finite element analysis was performed to aid in the selection of the worst case implants.

3. Conclusion

The data and information provided in this submission support the conclusion that the Velofix™ TLIF Cage is substantially equivalent to predicate devices with respect to indications for use and technological characteristics.