(67 days)
No
The 510(k) summary describes a mechanical orthopedic implant (screw) and its predicate device. There is no mention of AI, ML, image processing, or any software-driven analytical capabilities. The performance studies focus on mechanical testing and clinical literature analysis of the implant itself.
Yes.
The device is intended for "redirecting the growth of long bones" and "gradually correcting angular growth deformities in growing children," which is a direct treatment of a medical condition.
No
The device is a Guided Growth Plate System Plus, intended for redirecting the growth of long bones in children to correct angular growth deformities. This is a therapeutic and corrective function, not a diagnostic one.
No
The device description explicitly states it is a "3.5mm thread diameter screw" made of "Ti6Al4V," which are physical hardware components. The summary also discusses mechanical testing of these components.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use is to "redirect the growth of long bones" and "gradually correct angular growth deformities in growing children." This is a surgical intervention performed directly on the patient's body.
- Device Description: The device is a screw, a component of a surgical system used for bone growth correction.
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: IVD devices are used to examine specimens (like blood, urine, or tissue) taken from the human body to provide information about a physiological state, health, disease, or congenital abnormality. This device does not involve the analysis of such specimens.
The device described is a surgical implant used for orthopedic procedures.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The Guided Growth Plate System Plus is intended for redirecting the growth of long bones. It is indicated for gradually correcting angular growth deformities in growing children. Specific conditions/diseases for which the device will be indicated include: valgus, varus or flexion, extension deformities of the knee (femur and/or tibia); valgus, varus, or plantar flexion deformities of the ankle; valgus or varus deformities of the elbow (humerus), and radial or ulnar deviation, flexion or extension deformities of the wrist (radius).
Product codes
OBT
Device Description
The Subject new 3.5mm thread diameter screw is a gamma extension of the existing screws (thread Ø4.5mm), components of the predicate Guided Growth Plate System Plus (K172183). The Subject device is a 3.5mm thread diameter screw, available in three lengths and manufactured by the same material (Ti6Al4V), as the 4.5mm diameter gamma screws, included in the predicate Guided Growth Plate System Plus (K172183).
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
Long bones, knee (femur and/or tibia), ankle, elbow (humerus), wrist (radius).
Indicated Patient Age Range
Growing children.
Intended User / Care Setting
Prescription Use
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)
The design dimensional specification change of the Subject device has been managed by design control activity and Risk Management process. The potential identified risks have been measured and mitigated through mechanical testing and clinical literature analysis, in order to demonstrate that the Subject Device does not introduce additional risks respect to the predicate (K172183). The testing activity results demonstrated to meet the established acceptance criteria. The following standards have been followed to perform mechanical test on the Subject device: • ASTM F564 - 17 "Standard Specification and Test Methods for Metallic Bone Staples". • ASTM F1264 -16 "Standard Specifications and Test Methods for Intramedullary Fixation Devices". • ASTM F543 - 17 "Standard Specification and Test Methods for Metallic Medical Bone Screws". The functional mechanical testing results are supported by the clinical literature analysis, conducted to demonstrate the clinical equivalence between the two alternative clinical procedure by: - using the plate and screw system "Guided Growth plate" K031493 - master Orthofix System for pediatric growth control and epiphysiodesis treatment), - using the staples, chosen as reference devices for the performance data.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 888.3030 Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories.
(a)
Identification. Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories are devices intended to be implanted consisting of one or more metallic components and their metallic fasteners. The devices contain a plate, a nail/plate combination, or a blade/plate combination that are made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, stainless steel, and titanium, that are intended to be held in position with fasteners, such as screws and nails, or bolts, nuts, and washers. These devices are used for fixation of fractures of the proximal or distal end of long bones, such as intracapsular, intertrochanteric, intercervical, supracondylar, or condylar fractures of the femur; for fusion of a joint; or for surgical procedures that involve cutting a bone. The devices may be implanted or attached through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.(b)
Classification. Class II.
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May 15, 2018
Orthofix Srl Gianluca Ricadona Sr. Quality & Regulatory Affairs Manager Via delle Nazioni. 9 97012 Bussolengo (VR) Italy
Re: K180624
Trade/Device Name: Guided Growth Plate System Plus Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 Regulation Name: Single/Multiple Component Metallic Bone Fixation Appliances And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OBT Dated: April 24, 2018 Received: April 25, 2018
Dear Gianluca Ricadona:
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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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,
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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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement below.
510(k) Number (if known)
K180624
Device Name Guided Growth Plate System Plus
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Guided Growth Plate System Plus is intended for redirecting the growth of long bones.
It is indicated for gradually correcting angular growth deformities in growing children. Specific conditions/diseases for which the device will be indicated include: valgus, varus or flexion, extension deformities of the knee (femur and/or tibia); valgus, varus, or plantar flexion deformities of the ankle; valgus or varus deformities of the elbow (humerus), and radial or ulnar deviation, flexion or extension deformities of the wrist (radius).
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
| (as required by 21 CFR 807.92) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Submitter | Orthofix Srl | |
| Via delle Nazioni, 9 | ||
| 37012 Bussolengo (VR) - Italy | ||
| Telephone | + 39 045 6719.000 | |
| Fax | + 39 045 6719.380 | |
| Contact Person | Gianluca Ricadona | |
| Sr. Quality & Regulatory Affairs Manager | ||
| Address | Via delle Nazioni, 9 | |
| 37012 Bussolengo (VR) - Italy | ||
| Telephone | + 39 045 6719.000 | |
| Fax | + 39 045 6719.380 | |
| GianlucaRicadona@orthofix.it | ||
| Preparation date | 5/3/2018 | |
| Trade Name | Guided Growth Plate System Plus | |
| Common Name | Bone plate | |
| Panel Code | 87 / Orthopaedic | |
| Classification Name | plate, bone, growth control, pediatric, epiphysiodesis | |
| Class | Class II | |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 888.3030 | |
| Product Code | OBT | |
| Name of Predicate Device | 510(k) # | Manufacturer |
| Guided Growth Plate System Plus | K172183 | Orthofix Srl |
| Fixation staples | K834513 | STRYKER CORP. |
| - Blount Staple Epiphyseal | ||
| (Reference device) | ||
| Pediloc Fragment System | K140431 | OrthoPediatrics Corp |
| Description | The Subject new 3.5mm thread diameter screw is a | |
| gamma extension of the existing screws (thread | ||
| Ø4.5mm), components of the predicate Guided | ||
| Growth Plate System Plus (K172183). | ||
| The Subject device is a 3.5mm thread diameter screw, | ||
| available in three lengths and manufactured by the | ||
| same material (Ti6Al4V), as the 4.5mm diameter | ||
| gamma screws, included in the predicate Guided | ||
| Growth Plate System Plus (K172183). | ||
| Indications for use | The Guided Growth Plate System Plus is intended for | |
| redirecting the growth of long bones. | ||
| It is indicated for gradually correcting angular growth | ||
| deformities in growing children. Specific | ||
| conditions/diseases for which the device will be | ||
| indicated include: valgus, varus or flexion, extension | ||
| deformities of the knee (femur and/or | ||
| tibia); valgus, varus, or plantar flexion deformities of | ||
| the ankle; valgus or varus deformities of the elbow | ||
| (humerus), and radial or ulnar deviation, flexion or | ||
| extension deformities of the wrist (radius). | ||
| Technological Characteristics and | ||
| Substantial Equivalence | Documentation was provided to demonstrate that the | |
| Subject device is substantially equivalent to the | ||
| (K172183) component(s), in the following fundamental aspects: | ||
| indications for use, intended patient population, system composition, implant material, method of | ||
| fixation, packaging configuration, sterilization method, biocompatibility and MRI compatibility. | ||
| Respect to the predicate (K172183), the Subject device is a design dimensional specification change for | ||
| the introduction of the new thread diameter 3.5mm screw. | ||
| Performance data | The design dimensional specification change of the Subject device has been managed by design control activity and Risk Management process. The potential identified risks have been measured and mitigated through mechanical testing and clinical literature analysis, in order to demonstrate that the Subject Device does not introduce additional risks respect to the predicate (K172183). | |
| The testing activity results demonstrated to meet the established acceptance criteria. | ||
| The following standards have been followed to perform mechanical test on the Subject device: | ||
| • ASTM F564 - 17 "Standard Specification and Test Methods for Metallic Bone Staples". | ||
| • ASTM F1264 -16 "Standard Specifications and Test Methods for Intramedullary Fixation Devices". | ||
| • ASTM F543 - 17 "Standard Specification and Test Methods for Metallic Medical Bone Screws". | ||
| The functional mechanical testing results are supported by the clinical literature analysis, conducted to demonstrate the clinical equivalence between the two alternative clinical procedure by: |
- using the plate and screw system "Guided Growth plate" K031493 - master Orthofix System for pediatric growth control and epiphysiodesis treatment),
- using the staples, chosen as reference devices for the performance data. | |
| Biocompatibility data | The Subject device is equivalent in its final finished form to the predicate device, Guided Growth Plate System Plus (K172183), concerning the:
manufacturing, sterilization, processing, geometry, material, intended population, anatomical location and duration of exposure.
Therefore, no additional biocompatibility assessment | |
| | was required for the Subject device. | |
| Conclusion | The analysis on the performance data within this Premarket Notification supports the conclusion that the new Subject gamma size 3.5mm thread diameter screw is safe and effective as the predicate (K172183). | |
510(k) Summary
Suired by 21 CER 807
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