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CORI is indicated for use in surgical procedures, in which the use of stereotactic surgery may be appropriate, and where reference to rigid anatomical bony structures can be determined.
These procedures include unicondylar knee replacement (UKR), total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and total hip arthroplasty (THA).
For Knee applications, CORI is indicated for use with cemented implants only.
CORI is a computer-assisted orthopedic surgical navigation and surgical burring system. CORI uses established technologies of navigation, via a passive infrared tracking camera.
For robotic knee applications, CORI software can control the cutting engagement of the surgical bur based on its proximity to the planned target surface. Alternatively, the surgeon can disable both controls and operate the robotic drill as a standard navigated surgical drill.
For the hip navigation application, CORI incorporates the Brainlab HIP7 software (K193307) which will be market by Smith & Nephew as RI.HIP NAVIGATION. It uses instruments and reference arrays, which are tracked by the IR camera, to determine pelvis and femur anatomical landmarks as well as implant orientation. RI.HIP NAVIGATION assists the orientation of prosthetic hip implants and enables measurement of leg length and offset when used intraoperatively in combination with CORI.
This document does not contain the requested information about acceptance criteria and a study proving device performance as it is a 510(k) summary for a medical device (REAL INTELLIGENCE CORI) seeking clearance for a new indication (Total Hip Arthroplasty - THA).
Here's why the requested information is not present in this document:
- 510(k) Summaries Focus on Substantial Equivalence: A 510(k) summary aims to demonstrate that a new device is "substantially equivalent" to a legally marketed predicate device, meaning it has the same intended use and similar technological characteristics, or different characteristics that do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness.
- Performance Data is Summarized, Not Detailed: While the document mentions "Design verification and validation tests were performed on CORI to demonstrate that the changes presented in this submission meet all design input requirements and that CORI is as safe and effective as its predicate device," it does not provide the detailed acceptance criteria, specific study designs, sample sizes, expert qualifications, or ground truth methodologies that you've asked for. These details would typically be found in the full 510(k) submission, not in the publicly available summary.
- "No human clinical testing was required": The document explicitly states this, which means there wouldn't be studies involving human readers, comparative effectiveness, or certain types of ground truth (like pathology from live patients) that might be expected from a device requiring clinical trials. The focus here is on bench testing and software validation.
- Focus on Bench Testing and Software Validation: The section on "Non-Clinical Testing (Bench)" mentions software integration testing (adhering to IEC 62304 and FDA guidance) and usability engineering validation testing (for safe and effective use in a simulated environment). This indicates the type of testing performed, but not the specific quantitative performance metrics you've requested.
Therefore, I cannot extract the table of acceptance criteria, reported device performance, sample sizes, data provenance, expert details, adjudication methods, MRMC study results, standalone performance, type of ground truth, or training set information from the provided text. This document is a high-level summary for regulatory clearance, not a detailed technical report of performance studies.
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Blue Belt Technologies, Inc. Sarah Plittman Regulatory Affairs Specialist II 2905 Northwest Blvd., Ste. 40 Plymouth, Minnesota 55441
Re: K212537
Trade/Device Name: REAL INTELLIGENCE CORI (CORI) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4560 Regulation Name: Stereotaxic Instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OLO Dated: August 10, 2021 Received: August 12, 2021
Dear Sarah Plittman:
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.
For
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 Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K212537
Device Name REAL INTELLIGENCE CORI (CORI)
Indications for Use (Describe)
CORI is indicated for use in surgical procedures, in which the use of stereotactic surgery may be appropriate, and where reference to rigid anatomical bony structures can be determined.
These procedures include unicondylar knee replacement (UKR), total knee arthroplasty (THA).
For Knee applications, CORI is indicated for use with cemented implants only.
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 (K212537)
| 510(k) Owner | Blue Belt Technologies, Inc.2905 Northwest Blvd Ste. 40Plymouth, MN 55441 USATel: (763) 452-4950Fax: (763) 452-4675 |
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| Contact Person | Sarah PlittmanRegulatory Affairs Specialist IITel: 423-838-4454Email: sarah.plittman@smith-nephew.com |
| Date of Submission | 08/10/2021 |
| Classification Reference | 21 CFR 882.4560 |
| Product Code | OLO |
| Common/Usual Name | Orthopedic Stereotaxic Instrument |
| Trade/Proprietary Name | REAL INTELLIGENCE® CORI® (CORI) |
| Primary Predicate Device | REAL INTELLIGENCE® CORI® (CORI) (K201022) |
| Reference Device | Brainlab AG HIP7 (K193307) |
| Reason for Submission | New Indication |
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Intended Use
REAL INTELLIGENCE CORI (CORI) is intended to assist the surgeon in providing software-defined spatial boundaries for orientation and reference information to anatomical structures during orthopedic procedures.
Indications for Use
CORI is indicated for use in surgical procedures, in which the use of stereotactic surgery may be appropriate, and where reference to rigid anatomical bony structures can be determined.
These procedures include unicondylar knee replacement (UKR), total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and total hip arthroplasty (THA).
For Knee applications, CORI is indicated for use with cemented implants only.
Device Description
CORI is a computer-assisted orthopedic surgical navigation and surgical burring system. CORI uses established technologies of navigation, via a passive infrared tracking camera.
For robotic knee applications, CORI software can control the cutting engagement of the surgical bur based on its proximity to the planned target surface. Alternatively, the surgeon can disable both controls and operate the robotic drill as a standard navigated surgical drill.
For the hip navigation application, CORI incorporates the Brainlab HIP7 software (K193307) which will be market by Smith & Nephew as RI.HIP NAVIGATION. It uses instruments and reference arrays, which are tracked by the IR camera, to determine pelvis and femur anatomical landmarks as well as implant orientation. RI.HIP NAVIGATION assists the orientation of prosthetic hip implants and enables measurement of leg length and offset when used intraoperatively in combination with CORI.
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Discussion of Similarities and Differences
The subject device, CORI, is substantially equivalent to the predicate device CORI (K201022).
For knee applications, functionality of the subject device is the same as the predicate device. Functionality has been added to support the THA application.
| Devices | Subject DeviceREAL INTELLIGENCE CORI [K212537] | Predicate DeviceREAL INTELLIGENCE CORI [K201022] |
|---|---|---|
| Intended use | Same as Predicate. | REAL INTELLIGENCE CORI (CORI) is intendedto assist the surgeon in providing software-defined spatial boundaries for orientationand reference information to anatomicalstructures during orthopedic procedures. |
| Indications for Use | CORI is indicated for use in surgical procedures,in which the use of stereotactic surgery may beappropriate, and where reference to rigidanatomical bony structures can be determined.These procedures include unicondylar kneereplacement (UKR), total knee arthroplasty(TKA), and total hip arthroplasty (THA).For knee applications, CORI is indicated for usewith cemented implants only. | CORI is indicated for use in surgical kneeprocedures, in which the use of stereotacticsurgery may be appropriate, and wherereference to rigid anatomical bonystructures can be determined.These procedures include unicondylar kneereplacement (UKR) and total kneearthroplasty (TKA).CORI is indicated for use with cementedimplants only. |
| Contraindications | Same as Predicate for UKR and TKA. | CORI is not intended to be used onchildren, pregnant women, patients whohave mental or neuromuscular disordersthat do not allow control of the knee joint,morbidly obese patients, or any otherpatients contraindicated for kneereplacement. |
| Anatomical Site | The subject device is intended for knee and hipjoint replacement surgery. | The CORI system is intended for knee jointreplacement surgery only. |
Table 1: Summary of Technological Similarities with Predicate
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| Devices | Subject DeviceREAL INTELLIGENCE CORI [K212537] | Predicate DeviceREAL INTELLIGENCE CORI [K201022] |
|---|---|---|
| Environment of Use | Same as Predicate. | CORI is intended to be used by trainedmedical professionals in a hospital orclinical setting equivalent to anorthopedic surgery suite. |
| Energy Used | Same as Predicate. | Rated Supply Voltage:100-240 V ~, 50/60 HzRobotics Console Power Rating: 175VARobotics Cart Power Rating: 230VA |
| Compatibility withthe Environmentand Other Devices | Same as Predicate. | 60601-1-2 Edition 4.0 2014-02 MedicalElectrical Equipment – Part 1-2: GeneralRequirements for Basic Safety and EssentialPerformance – Collateral Standard:Electromagnetic Compatibility -Requirements and Tests. |
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| Devices | Subject DeviceREAL INTELLIGENCE CORI [K212537] | Predicate DeviceREAL INTELLIGENCE CORI [K201022] |
|---|---|---|
| TechnologicalCharacteristics | Same as Predicate for UKR and TKA with thefollowing additions:The subject device adds a Virtual Machine withhypervisor to enable the Windows-based HIP7software to run on CORI.The subject device adds a new USB 2.0 toEthernet Adapter that will attach to the CORIconsole. The USB 2.0 to Ethernet Adapter willVirtual Machine when using the Hipapplication. | CORI uses established technologies toprepare bone for attachment of UKR andTKA implant components. In the case of atotal knee arthroplasty, the bone surfacemay also be prepared to receive thefemoral and tibial cutting guides.CORI uses intraoperative data collection(image-free or non-CT data generation) tocreate a model of the patient's femurand/or tibia, dependent on the procedurebeing performed, and allows the surgeonto prepare a surgical plan.CORI uses predefined boundariesgenerated during the planning process tocontrol the motion of the surgical bur andlimit the amount of bone removed in orderto shape the condyles or tibial plateau inpreparation for placement of the surgicalimplant.During a TKA procedure, the surgeon maychoose to prepare the bone surface forreceiving the implant using the Bur Allmethod or the bone surface is prepared toreceive the femoral and tibial cuttingguides with final bone surface for receivingthe implant prepared using a standardsurgical saw.Bur cutting is controlled either by retractingthe bur in a guard, or by controlling thespeed of the bur as the target surface isapproached. |
Brainlab HIP7 (K193307) is being listed as a reference device because the subject device is incorporating the HIP7 software and instruments cleared in K193307 to support its new THA indication. The Brainlab HIP7 software and instruments are unchanged from those previously cleared in K193307. There is no change to the HIP7 intended use, indications for use, technological characteristics, or instrumentation as a result of including the HIP7 software on the subject device.
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Non-Clinical Testing (Bench)
Design verification and validation tests were performed on CORI to demonstrate that the changes presented in this submission meet all design input requirements and that CORI is as safe and effective as its predicate device. Refer to Section 11: Summary of Design Control Activities for the results of the testing performed.
Additionally, the following testing was conducted:
• Software Integration Testing was completed. Software was developed in accordance with IEC 62304 Medical device software - Software life cycle processes, and this submission contains documentation
per the requirements of FDA's Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices.
• Usability Engineering Validation Testing demonstrating that representative users were able to safely and effectively use CORI with the THA application in a simulated use environment.
No human clinical testing was required to determine the safety and effectiveness of CORI.
Conclusions
The subject device, CORI, described in this submission has the same intended use and the similar technological characteristics as the predicate device, CORI (K201022). The primary difference between the subject device and CORI (K201022) is the addition of the THA indication supported by HIP7 software, the Virtual Machine, and the optional USB 2.0 to Ethernet Connector. The THA application incorporates HIP7 software (reference device K193307) onto CORI via a virtual machine. The indications for use, functionality, and technological characteristics of the HIP7 software are the identical as presented in K193307. The HIP7 software, and the instrumentation necessary to complete a THA navigation procedure, remains unchanged from what was cleared in K193307.
Performance testing of these minor differences has demonstrated that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device (K201022) and that these differences raise no new questions of safety or effectiveness. The subject device continues to meet design requirements, is as safe and effective as its predicate device, and performs according to its intended use. The information presented in this 510(k) premarket notification demonstrates that the subject device is substantially equivalent and as safe and effective as the predicate, CORI (K201022). Blue Belt Technologies believes that FDA can find the subject device to be substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
§ 882.4560 Stereotaxic instrument.
(a)
Identification. A stereotaxic instrument is a device consisting of a rigid frame with a calibrated guide mechanism for precisely positioning probes or other devices within a patient's brain, spinal cord, or other part of the nervous system.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).