(29 days)
No
The document describes a mechanical screw system and its intended uses, with no mention of AI, ML, image processing, or any software-driven analytical capabilities.
No
The device is a compression screw system used for bone fixation in fractures, osteotomies, arthrodeses, osteochondritis, and tendon reattachment, which are structural and mechanical interventions rather than therapeutic ones aimed at healing or treating disease.
No.
The device is a compression screw system used for surgical fixation of bone fractures, osteotomies, arthrodeses, osteochondritis, and tendon reattachment. It is a therapeutic device, not a diagnostic one.
No
The device description explicitly states that the system consists of "cannulated, solid titanium alloy, headless, headed screws and specialized instrumentation," which are physical 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 HEALIX Compression Screw System is a system of screws and instrumentation used for surgical fixation of bones. It is implanted into the body.
- Intended Use: The intended use is for surgical procedures to treat bone fractures, osteotomies, etc. This is a surgical device, not a diagnostic test.
The information provided clearly describes a surgical implant and its associated tools, which falls under the category of a surgical device, not an in vitro diagnostic.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
The HEALIX Compression Screw (HCS) System is indicated for Bone Fractures, Osteotomies, Arthrodeses, Osteochondritis, and Tendon Reattachment. It is intended for, but not limited to, Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, and Podiatric Surgery but is not intended for attachment or fixation to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the spine.
Product codes
HWC
Device Description
The Healix Compression Screw (HCS) System consists of cannulated, solid titanium allov. headless, headed screws and specialized instrumentation. This submission expands the Healix offering and includes longer screws ranging from 31 to 130mm in length for the 2.0 to 7.5mm diameters.
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
But is not intended for attachment or fixation to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the spine.
Indicated Patient Age Range
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Intended User / Care Setting
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, and Podiatric Surgery
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
No FDA performance standards have been established for the Healix Compression Screw System. The following was performed to demonstrate safety per methods of the previous submission:
- . Engineering analysis comparison of mechanical performance characteristics
The results of the engineering analysis indicate that the Healix Compression Screw System is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
Key Metrics
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 888.3040 Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener.
(a)
Identification. A smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a stiff wire segment or rod made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel, and that may be smooth on the outside, fully or partially threaded, straight or U-shaped; and may be either blunt pointed, sharp pointed, or have a formed, slotted head on the end. It may be used for fixation of bone fractures, for bone reconstructions, as a guide pin for insertion of other implants, or it may be implanted 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 5, 2020
Nvision Biomedical Technologies, Inc % Jeffrey Brittan Vice President of Product Realization Watershed Ideas Foundry 1815 Aston Ave., Suite 106 Carlsbad, California 92008
Re: K200914
Trade/Device Name: Healix Compression Screw System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3040 Regulation Name: Smooth Or Threaded Metallic Bone Fixation Fastener Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HWC Dated: March 25, 2020 Received: April 6, 2020
Dear Jeffrey Brittan:
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.
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Sincerely.
Shumaya Ali, M.P.H. Assistant Director DHT6C: Division of Restorative, Repair and Trauma Devices OHT6: Office of Orthopedic Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
K200914
Device Name HEALIX Compression Screw System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The HEALIX Compression Screw (HCS) System is indicated for Bone Fractures, Osteotomies, Arthrodeses, Osteochondritis, and Tendon Reattachment. It is intended for, but not limited to, Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, and Podiatric Surgery but is not intended for attachment or fixation to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the spine.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable):
| ☒ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) |
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| ☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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510(k) Summary
DATE PREPARED
April 27, 2020
MANUFACTURER AND 510(k) OWNER
Nvision Biomedical Technologies, Inc. 4590 Lockhill Selma San Antonio, TX 78249, USA Telephone: (210) 545-3713 Fax: (866) 764-1139 Official Contact: Diana Langham, Director of Regulatory and Corporate Compliance
REPRESENTATIVE/CONSULTANT
Jeffrey Brittan, Vice President of Product Realization Watershed Idea Foundry Telephone: (714) 287-6780 Email: jeffbrittan@watershedideas.com
PROPRIETARY NAME OF SUBJECT DEVICE
Healix™ Compression Screw System
COMMON NAME Bone Fixation Screw System
DEVICE CLASSIFICATION
Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener (Classification Regulations: 21 CFR 888.3040, Product Codes: HWC, Class: II)
PREMARKET REVIEW
Orthopedic Devices
INDICATIONS FOR USE
The HEALIX Compression Screw (HCS) System is indicated for Bone Fractures, Osteotomies, Arthrodeses, Osteochondritis, and Tendon Reattachment. It is intended for, but not limited to, Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, and Podiatric Surgery but is not intended for attachment or fixation to the posterior elements (pedicles) of the spine.
DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The Healix Compression Screw (HCS) System consists of cannulated, solid titanium allov. headless, headed screws and specialized instrumentation. This submission expands the Healix offering and includes longer screws ranging from 31 to 130mm in length for the 2.0 to 7.5mm diameters.
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PREDICATE DEVICE IDENTIFICATION
The subject Healix Compression Screw system is substantially equivalent to the following predicates:
| 510(k) Number | Predicate Device Name / Manufacturer | Primary
Predicate |
|---------------|------------------------------------------------------|----------------------|
| K182949 | Healix Compression Screw System / Nvision Biomedical | ✓ |
| K014154 | Vilex Cannulated Bone Screw System | |
| K081149 | BioPro GO-EZ Screw System | |
SUMMARY OF NON-CLINICAL TESTING
No FDA performance standards have been established for the Healix Compression Screw System. The following was performed to demonstrate safety per methods of the previous submission:
- . Engineering analysis comparison of mechanical performance characteristics
The results of the engineering analysis indicate that the Healix Compression Screw System is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
EQUIVALENCE TO PREDICATE DEVICES
Nvision believes that the Healix Compression Screw System modification is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices. The subject implants maintain the same features as the previously cleared devices but add screw length options that are within the range of the predicates. This modification does not change the intended use or performance of the device and does not raise additional questions of substantial equivalence. These technological characteristics have undergone engineering analysis to ensure the device is as safe and effective as the predicates.
CONCLUSION
Based on the engineering analysis of device characteristics, it can be concluded that the subject device does not raise new issues of safety or efficacy compared to the predicate devices. The similar indications for use, technological characteristics, and performance characteristics for the proposed Healix Compression Screw System options are assessed to be substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.