K Number
K181296
Device Name
Syntec Femoral Nail System
Date Cleared
2019-04-11

(330 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3020
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Syntec Femoral Nail System is indicated for long bone fracture fixation which may include the following: Fractures, and tumor resections; Fractures proximal to a total knee arthroplasty; Supracondylar and ipsilateral fractures; Delayed union fractures; Open and closed femur shaft fractures; Combined inter and subrochanteric fractures; High subtrochanteric fractures; Pseudoarthrosis and correction osteotomy; Pathological fractures, impending pathologic and tumor resections; Pertrochanteric fractures; and Nonunions and malunions.
Device Description
The Syntec Femoral Nail System are manufactured from commercially SUS316L (stainless steel) and Ti-6AL-4V (Titanium alloy). It is an intramedullary (IM) nail with a 5° proximal bend allows the nail to be inserted through the tip of the greater trochanter for an easier surgical approach. These nails have a 135° recon screw angle for easier placement of two 6.3 mm Recon Screws into the femoral neck and ø5mm internal hex captured screws in various lengths for cross-screw fixation in both the proximal and distal portion of the nail. Also, an End Cap ø13 in 3, 5, 10, 15mm lengths is available for proximal closing of the nail. The Syntec Femoral Nail System (nail, screw and end cap) are provided Non-Sterile and single use only. Also, it is not for spinal use. Associated instrumentation such as aiming device for proximal and distal, insertion guide wire, drill accessories, system and removal instruments are available with the system.
More Information

No
The description focuses on the material and mechanical design of a surgical implant and associated instruments, with no mention of software, algorithms, or data processing that would indicate AI/ML.

Yes
The device is indicated for long bone fracture fixation and is an intramedullary nail designed to fix fractures and resections, which categorizes it as a therapeutic device.

No

The device is an intramedullary nail system used for long bone fracture fixation and tumor resections, not for diagnosing conditions.

No

The device description explicitly states the device is an intramedullary nail system made of stainless steel and titanium alloy, which are hardware components.

No, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are medical devices used to perform tests on samples taken from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information about a person's health.
  • Device Description: The Syntec Femoral Nail System is an implantable device made of metal (stainless steel and titanium) designed to fix bone fractures. It is surgically inserted into the bone.
  • Intended Use: The intended use is for the fixation of long bone fractures and related conditions. This is a surgical intervention, not a diagnostic test performed on a sample.

The description clearly indicates a device used within the body for structural support and fixation, which is the opposite of an in vitro diagnostic.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Syntec Femoral Nail System is indicated for long bone fracture fixation which may include the following: Fractures, and tumor resections; Fractures proximal to a total knee arthroplasty; Supracondylar and ipsilateral fractures; Delayed union fractures; Open and closed femur shaft fractures; Combined inter and subrochanteric fractures; High subtrochanteric fractures; Pseudoarthrosis and correction osteotomy; Pathological fractures, impending pathologic and tumor resections; Pertrochanteric fractures; and Nonunions, and malunions.

The Syntec Femoral Nail System is indicated for long bone fracture fixation which may include the following: Fractures, and tumor resections; Fractures proximal to a total knee arthroplasty; Supracondylar and ipsilateral fractures; Delayed union fractures; Open and closed femur shaft fractures; Combined inter and subrochanteric fractures; High subtrochanteric fractures: Pseudoarthrosis and correction osteotomy: Pathological fractures. impending pathologic and tumor resections; Pertrochanteric fractures; and Nonunions and malunions.

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

HSB

Device Description

The Syntec Femoral Nail System are manufactured from commercially SUS316L (stainless steel) and Ti-6AL-4V (Titanium alloy). It is an intramedullary (IM) nail with a 5° proximal bend allows the nail to be inserted through the tip of the greater trochanter for an easier surgical approach. These nails have a 135° recon screw angle for easier placement of two 6.3 mm Recon Screws into the femoral neck and ø5mm internal hex captured screws in various lengths for cross-screw fixation in both the proximal and distal portion of the nail. Also, an End Cap ø13 in 3, 5, 10, 15mm lengths is available for proximal closing of the nail. The Syntec Femoral Nail System (nail, screw and end cap) are provided Non-Sterile and single use only. Also, it is not for spinal use. Associated instrumentation such as aiming device for proximal and distal, insertion guide wire, drill accessories, system and removal instruments are available with the system.

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 bone, femoral neck

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)

The procedure of evaluating the device tests was according to the standard of ASTM-F1264-16. The testing was done to our Syntec Femoral Nail System device to demonstrate substantial equivalence.

According device test report of performance data demonstrate that the Syntec Femoral Nail is as safe and effective as K040462, K984543 and K161327.

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.

K040462, K161327, K984543

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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§ 888.3020 Intramedullary fixation rod.

(a)
Identification. An intramedullary fixation rod is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a rod made of alloys such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel. It is inserted into the medullary (bone marrow) canal of long bones for the fixation of fractures.(b)
Classification. Class II.

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April 11, 2019

Syntec Scientific Corporation % Nicole Tseng Regulatory Affairs Specialist Syntec Scientific Corporation - Taipei Office 3F., No.96, Sec.3, Zhongxio East Road Da'An Dist. Taipei, 10652 Taiwan R.O.C.

Re: K181296

Trade/Device Name: Syntec Femoral Nail System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3020 Regulation Name: Intramedullary Fixation Rod Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HSB Dated: March 8, 2019 Received: March 13, 2019

Dear Nicole Tseng:

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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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

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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.

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(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.

| Peter G. | Digitally signed by
Peter G. Allen -S |
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| Allen -S | Date: 2019.04.11
14:14:43 -04'00' |

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)

K181296

Device Name

SYNTEC FEMORAL NAIL SYSTEM

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Syntec Femoral Nail System is indicated for long bone fracture fixation which may include the following: Fractures, and tumor resections; Fractures proximal to a total knee arthroplasty; Supracondylar and ipsilateral fractures; Delayed union fractures; Open and closed femur shaft fractures; Combined inter and subrochanteric fractures; High subtrochanteric fractures; Pseudoarthrosis and correction osteotomy; Pathological fractures, impending pathologic and tumor resections; Pertrochanteric fractures; and Nonunions and malunions.

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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No.2, Kung San Road, Chuan Shing Industrial Zone, Shen Kang, Chang Hua Hsien, Taiwan R.O.C. TEL: +886-4-798-7099 E-mail: fda@eagleseye.com.tw Regulatory Affairs Specialist

This summary of 510(k) information is being submitted in accordance with the requirement of SMDA 1990 and 21CFR 807.92.

510(k) SUMMARY

Submitted By:Syntec Scientific Corporation
Address:No.2, Kung San Road
Chuan Shing Industrial Zone,
Shen Kang, Chang Hua Hsien, Taiwan R.O.C.
TEL: +886-4-798-7099
FAX: +886-4-798-7077
Date Summary
Prepared:2018-05-11
Contact person:Nicole Tseng
Name of the device:Syntec Femoral Nail System
Trade or proprietary
name:Syntec Femoral Nail System
Common or usual name:Intramedullary Nail
Classification name:Intramedullary Fixation Rod
Produce code:HSB
Regulation number:21CFR888.3020
Class:Class II
Predicate devices:Trigen Trochanteric Antegrade Nail (K040462)
Syntec Humeral Nail System (K161327)
Syntec-Taichung Non-sterile Interlocking Nail System
(K984543)
Prior Submission:None

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No.2, Kung San Road, Chuan Shing Industrial Zone, Shen Kang, Chang Hua Hsien, Taiwan R.O.C. TEL: +886-4-798-7099 E-mail: fda@eagleseye.com.tw Requlatory Affairs Specialist

1. Description of the Device

The Syntec Femoral Nail System are manufactured from commercially SUS316L (stainless steel) and Ti-6AL-4V (Titanium alloy). It is an intramedullary (IM) nail with a 5° proximal bend allows the nail to be inserted through the tip of the greater trochanter for an easier surgical approach. These nails have a 135° recon screw angle for easier placement of two 6.3 mm Recon Screws into the femoral neck and ø5mm internal hex captured screws in various lengths for cross-screw fixation in both the proximal and distal portion of the nail. Also, an End Cap ø13 in 3, 5, 10, 15mm lengths is available for proximal closing of the nail. The Syntec Femoral Nail System (nail, screw and end cap) are provided Non-Sterile and single use only. Also, it is not for spinal use. Associated instrumentation such as aiming device for proximal and distal, insertion guide wire, drill accessories, system and removal instruments are available with the system.

2. Intended Use

The Syntec Femoral Nail System is indicated for long bone fracture fixation which may include the following: Fractures, and tumor resections; Fractures proximal to a total knee arthroplasty; Supracondylar and ipsilateral fractures; Delayed union fractures; Open and closed femur shaft fractures; Combined inter and subrochanteric fractures; High subtrochanteric fractures: Pseudoarthrosis and correction osteotomy: Pathological fractures. impending pathologic and tumor resections; Pertrochanteric fractures; and Nonunions and malunions.

3. Technological Characteristics, comparison to predicate device

Syntec Femoral Nail System is identical to the Trigen Trochanteric Antegrade Nail, Syntec-Taichung Non-sterile Interlocking Nail System, and Syntec Humeral Nail System cleared for market in 510(k) K040462, K984543 and K161327 and essentially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate. The indications for the Syntec Femoral Nail System are patterned after the predicate devices and supported by an extensive collection of literature references.

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Syntec Femoral Nail System and Trigen Trochanteric Antegrade Nail

Subject devicePredicate Device
Device NameSyntec Femoral Nail SystemTrigen Trochanteric Antegrade Nail
ApplicantSyntec Scientific CorporationSMITH & NEPHEW, INC.
510(k)K181296K040462
Material ComparisonSurgical Stainless Steel (SUS316L)
and
Surgical Titanium Alloy (Ti6AL-4V)Surgical Titanium Alloy (Ti6AL-4V)
Nail Diameterø10 , ø11 , ø12 , ø13 , ø14ø10 , ø11.5 , ø13
Nail LengthFrom 320 mm to 460 mm
(in 20 mm increments)From 300 mm to 500 mm
(in 20 mm increments)
Nail TypeLeft and RightLeft and Right
Screw Dia.ø5.0 mm Internal Hex Capturedø5.0 mm Internal Hex Captured
Screw LengthFrom 30 mm to 100 mm
(in 5 mm increments)From 25 mm to 110 mm
(in 5 mm increments)
Recon Screw Dia.ø6.3 mm Recon Screwø6.4mm Recon Screw
Actual size of Recon Screw Dia.ø6.3mmø6.3mm
Recon Screw LengthFrom 65mm to 120 mm
(in 5 mm increments)From 65mm to 125 mm
(in 5 mm increments)
Nail Caps Diameterø 13ø 13
Nail Cap Lengthin 3.5, 10.15 mm lengthsin 0.5, 10.15, 20 mm lengths

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No.2, Kung San Road, Chuan Shing Industrial Zone, Shen Kang, Chang Hua Hsien, Taiwan R.O.C. TEL: +886-4-798-7099 E-mail: fda@eagleseye.com.tw Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Subject devicePredicate Device
Device NameSyntec Femoral Nail SystemSyntec Humeral Nail System
ApplicantSyntec Scientific CorporationSyntec Scientific Corporation
510(k)K181296K161327
Material ComparisonSurgical Stainless Steel (SUS316L)
and
Surgical Titanium Alloy (Ti6AL-4V)Surgical Stainless Steel (SUS316L)
and
Surgical Titanium Alloy (Ti6AL-4V)
Nail Caps Diameterø 13ø 8 and ø 9
Nail Cap Lengthin 3,5, 10,15 mm lengthsin 9 mm lengths

Syntec Femoral Nail System and Syntec Humeral Nail System

Syntec Femoral Nail System and Syntec-Taichung Non-sterile Interlocking Nail System

Subject devicePredicate Device
Device NameSyntec Femoral Nail SystemSyntec-Taichung Non-sterile
Interlocking Nail System
ApplicantSyntec Scientific CorporationSyntec Scientific Corporation
510(k)K181296K984543
Material ComparisonSurgical Stainless Steel (SUS316L)
and
Surgical Titanium Alloy (Ti6AL-4V)Surgical Stainless Steel (SUS316L)
and
Surgical Titanium Alloy (Ti6AL-4V)
Screw Dia.⌀5.0 mm Internal Hex Captured⌀5.0 mm Internal Hex Captured
Screw LengthFrom 30 mm to 100 mm
(in 5 mm increments)From 20 mm to 90 mm
(in 5 mm increments)
Recon Screw Dia.⌀6.3 mm Recon Screw⌀6.4mm Screw
Recon Screw LengthFrom 65mm to 120 mm
(in 5 mm increments)From 30mm to 90 mm
(in 5 mm increments) full thread

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4. Performance Data

The procedure of evaluating the device tests was according to the standard of ASTM-F1264-16. The testing was done to our Syntec Femoral Nail System device to demonstrate substantial equivalence.

5. Substantial Equivalence

We believe that Syntec Femoral Nail System does not add new or increased risks and complications, based on current engineering technology and clinical results published about intramedullary rods as well as based on what has been previously cleared by FDA.

According device test report of performance data demonstrate that the Syntec Femoral Nail is as safe and effective as K040462, K984543 and K161327. In addition, the Syntec Femoral Nail System has the same intended uses and indications, technological characteristics, and principles of operation to the predicate device. Thus, the Syntec Femoral Nail System is substantially equivalent in design, configuration, and indications for use to the Predicate Device.