K Number
K180674
Date Cleared
2018-06-25

(102 days)

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

The EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is intended for intervertebral body fusion of the spine in skeletally mature patients. The EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is indicated for use for anterior cervical interbody fusion in patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at up to two contiguous levels from C2 - T1. DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. The EVOL® ha – C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is intended to be used with supplemental fixation. The EVOL® ha – C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is intended for use with autogenous and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous, and/or corticocancellous bone graft to facilitate fusion. The cervical devices are to be used in patients who have had at least six weeks of nonoperative treatment.

Device Description

The EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is designed for use as a cervical interbody fusion device and consists of various sizes to accommodate individual patient anatomy. The sizes vary by footprint (width and depth), height, and lordotic angle. All sizes have a central window for autogenous and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous, and/or corticocancellous bone graft. The inferior and superior faces have teeth to resist migration when placed in between the vertebral bodies. Each spacer has tantalum beads, per ASTM F560, imbedded in the device to aid visualization under fluoroscopy. The implants are manufactured from PEEK-OPTIMA® LT120 HA (Invibio) per ASTM F2026.

AI/ML Overview

The provided text is a 510(k) Summary for the EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System. It describes a medical device, its intended use, and its equivalence to predicate devices, primarily through non-clinical performance testing and a clinical literature review.

Crucially, there is no mention of a study involving AI, machine learning, or software performance in this document. The acceptance criteria and study details requested in the prompt (e.g., sample size for test set, data provenance, expert ground truth, MRMC study, standalone performance, training set details) are relevant to studies validating AI/ML-based medical devices.

Since this 510(k) is for a physical intervertebral body fusion device and does not involve AI or software, it does not contain the information required to answer the specific questions about AI/ML device acceptance criteria and study proof.

The document states:

  • "Testing was performed for the EVOL® ha – C Cervical Interbody Fusion System and demonstrated substantial equivalent performance to the identified predicates. The mechanical tests were performed in accordance to these test methods: ASTM F2077, ASTM F2267, Expulsion Testing. The tests performed include: static & dynamic tests for compression, torsion, and compression shear. Subsidence and expulsion tests were also performed." This refers to bench testing of the physical implant related to its biomechanical properties.
  • "Comprehensive, clinical literature review of published data for cervical interbody fusion devices, similar to the EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System, was performed to support the Indications for Use at two levels." This refers to a review of existing scientific literature on similar devices, not a new clinical study conducted for this specific device.

Therefore, I cannot extract the requested information regarding AI/ML device acceptance criteria and study proof from this document.

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Cutting Edge Spine, LLC Kyle Kuntz Manager R&D 101 Waxhaw Professional Park, Suite A Waxhaw, North Carolina 28173

Re: K180674

Trade/Device Name: EVOL® ha-C Cervical Interbody Fusion System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: ODP Dated: June 13, 2018 Received: June 13, 2018

Dear Mr. Kuntz:

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 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);

June 25, 2018

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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 comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/DeviceRegulationandGuidance/) and CDRH Learn (http://www.fda.gov/Training/CDRHLearn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (http://www.fda.gov/DICE) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).

Sincerely,

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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)

K180674

Device Name

EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System

Indications for Use (Describe)

The EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is intervertebral body fusion of the spine in sketally mature patients. The EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is indicated for use for anterior cervical interbody fusion in patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at up to two contiguous levels from C2 - T1. DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. The EVOL® ha – C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is intended to be used with supplemental fixation. The EVOL® ha – C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is intended for use with autogenous and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous, and/or corticocancellous bone graft to facilitate fusion. The cervical devices are to be used in patients who have had at least six weeks of non-operative treatment.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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510(k) Summary

SUBMITTER I.

Date Prepared: 03/05/2018

Applicant: Cutting Edge Spine, LLC 101 Waxhaw Professional Park Dr., Suite A Waxhaw, NC 28173 Contact Person: Kyle Kuntz, Manager R&D Tel: (704) 243-0892 e-mail: k.kuntz@cuttingedgespine.com

Application Correspondents:

Contact Person:Kyle Kuntz, Manager R&DTel: (704) 243-0892e-mail: k.kuntz@cuttingedgespine.com
Alternate Contact:Shyam Patel, R&D Biomedical Engineer
Alternate Contact:Shyam Patel, R&D Biomedical Engineer
Tel: (704) 243-0892
e-mail: s.patel@cuttingedgespine.com

II. DEVICE

Trade Name:EVOL® ha – C Cervical Interbody Fusion System
Common or Usual Name:Intervertebral Body Fusion Device
Classification Name:Per 21 CFR as follows:888.3080Intervertebral Fusion Device with Bone Graft, Cervical
Regulatory Class:II
Product Codes:ODP

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III. PREDICATE DEVICES

510(k) NumberDeviceManufacturer
PrimaryPredicateK150362CoRoent SmallInterbody SystemNuvasive
AdditionalPredicateK142026Arena-C (HA)Spine Frontier
AdditionalPredicateK081730Novel Spacer SystemAlphatec Spine
AdditionalPredicateK150321EVOS LumbarInterbody SystemCutting Edge Spine

DEVICE DESCRIPTION IV.

The purpose of this application is to introduce a new medical device in commercial distribution (marketing). The EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is designed for use as a cervical interbody fusion device and consists of various sizes to accommodate individual patient anatomy. The sizes vary by footprint (width and depth), height, and lordotic angle. All sizes have a central window for autogenous and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous, and/or corticocancellous bone graft. The inferior and superior faces have teeth to resist migration when placed in between the vertebral bodies. Each spacer has tantalum beads, per ASTM F560, imbedded in the device to aid visualization under fluoroscopy. The implants are manufactured from PEEK-OPTIMA® LT120 HA (Invibio) per ASTM F2026.

INDICATIONS FOR USE V.

The EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is intended for intervertebral body fusion of the spine in skeletally mature patients. The EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is indicated for use for anterior cervical interbody fusion in patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at up to two contiguous levels from C2 - T1. DDD is defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies. The EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is intended to be used with supplemental fixation. The EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is intended for use with autogenous and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous, and/or corticocancellous bone graft to facilitate fusion. The cervical devices are to be used in patients who have had at least six weeks of nonoperative treatment.

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VI. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH PREDICATE DEVICES

Documentation was submitted which demonstrated that the EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices based on a comparison of the following characteristics:

  • FDA product codes
  • Indications for Use
  • Surgical Approach
  • Anatomical Region ●
  • Implant Materials ●
  • Product Dimensions
  • Device Features
  • Mechancial Performance ●
  • Available by prescription only ●
  • Made for single use ●

VII. NON-CLINICAL AND CLINICAL PERFORMANCE TESTING

Testing was performed for the EVOL® ha – C Cervical Interbody Fusion System and demonstrated substantial equivalent performance to the identified predicates. The mechanical tests were performed in accordance to these test methods:

  • ASTM F2077
  • . ASTM F2267
  • Expulsion Testing

The tests performed include: static & dynamic tests for compression, torsion, and compression shear. Subsidence and expulsion tests were also performed.

Comprehensive, clinical literature review of published data for cervical interbody fusion devices, similar to the EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System, was performed to support the Indications for Use at two levels. Based on the published clinical literature review, it was determined that the cervical interbody fusion device, similar to the EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System, used in the treatment of two-level cervical degenerative disc disease has a safety and effectiveness profile that is similar to the predicate device.

In all, the biomechanical testing results demonstrate the EVOL® ha - C Cervical Interbody Fusion System is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.

CONCLUSIONS VIII.

Based upon a comparison of technological characteristics, intended use, design features, and mechanical performance, the EVOL® ha – C Cervical Interbody Fusion System has demonstrated substantial equivalence to the identified predicates.

§ 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.