(56 days)
No
The document describes a knee replacement system made of metal alloys and coatings. There is no mention of software, algorithms, or data processing that would indicate the use of AI or ML. The performance studies are focused on mechanical properties and biocompatibility, not algorithmic performance.
Yes
The device, a knee prosthesis, is designed to treat severely painful and/or disabled joints resulting from various conditions like arthritis, avascular necrosis, and post-traumatic loss of joint configuration. Its intended use is to replace affected parts of the knee joint, which classifies it as a therapeutic intervention aimed at restoring function and alleviating symptoms.
No
Explanation: This device is a knee prosthesis designed for implantation in total knee arthroplasty procedures, indicated for treating painful and/or disabled joints. It is a therapy device, not a diagnostic one.
No
The device description clearly states that the device is a line of physical femoral components made from cobalt-chromium-molybdenum alloy with coatings. It is a physical implant, not software.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use clearly describes a surgical implant for total knee arthroplasty. This is a device used in vivo (within the body) to replace a damaged joint.
- Device Description: The description details the materials and manufacturing of a femoral component for knee replacement surgery.
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of the device being used to examine specimens derived from the human body (like blood, urine, or tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or treatment.
IVD devices are used in vitro (outside the body) to analyze samples and provide diagnostic information. This device is a surgical implant used in vivo.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The GMK knee cemented prosthesis is designed for cemented application in total knee arthroplasty if there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components.
The use of the cementless GMK femur is limited to cases in which the surgeon considers the bone quality to be sufficient for cementless applications.
The GMK 3D Metal Tibial Baseplate is indicated for cemented application if there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components.
- This knee replacement system is indicated in the following cases:
- Severely painful and/or disabled joint as a result of arthritis, theumatoid arthritis or polyarthritis
- · Collagen disorders, and avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle
- Post traumatic loss of joint configuration
- · Primary implantation failure
Tibial wedges cemented are to be attached to the tibial baseplate with both the fixing cylinders and bone cement. The screwed tibial augments are for screwed fixation to the tibial baseplate. In case a semi-constrained liner is used, an extension stem must be implanted both on the tibial and on the femoral components. In case a GMK Revision or GMK Sphere Revision tibial tray is used, an extension stem must be implanted.
It is not possible to implant tibial wedges and extension stems with the GMK 3D Metal Tibial Baseplate.
Limitations for use for GMK Sphere/GMK SpheriKA used with kinematic alignment
GMK Sphere and GMK SpheriKA can be implanted in kinematic alignment. In this case, this knee replacement system is indicated for:
- Severely painful and/or disabled joint as a result of arthritis, traumatoid arthritis or polyarthritis
- · Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle
- Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities.
Product codes
MBH
Device Description
The GMK Sphere & GMK SpheriKA Cementless is a line extension to the GMK Total Knee System and includes the following devices:
- GMK Sphere Cementless Femoral Components, Left and Right, Sizes from 1 to 7 and from . 1+ to 6+ (intermediate sizes);
- . GMK SpheriKA Cementless Femoral Components. Left and Right, Sizes from 1 to 7 and from 1+ to 6+ (intermediate sizes);
- GMK SpheriKA ST Cementless Femoral Components, Left and Right, Sizes from 1 to 7 ● and from 1+ to 6+ (intermediate sizes).
The subject devices are marketed as individually packaged femoral components, designed for cementless use in total knee arthroplasty procedures where the surgeon considers the bone quality to be sufficient for cementless applications.
The GMK Sphere & GMK SpheriKA Cementless implants are manufactured from cobaltchromium-molybdenum alloy (Co-Cr-Mo) according to ISO 5832-4:2014 Implants for Surgery -Metallic Materials-Part 4: Cobalt-Chromium-Molybdenum Casting Alloy with double-layer coating composed of Titanium plasma spray according to ISO 13179-1 Implants for surgery--Plasma-sprayed unalloyed titanium coatings on metallic surgical implants -- Part 1: General requirements and Hydroxyapatite according to ISO 13779-2 Implants for surgery - Hydroxyapatite - Part 2: Thermally sprayed coatings of hydroxyapatite on the internal surface pockets.
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
Knee Joint
Indicated Patient Age Range
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Intended User / Care Setting
Surgeon, total knee arthroplasty procedures
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
Non-Clinical Studies:
- PERFORMANCE TESTING
- GMK Sphere porous coated femoral components mechanical properties
- GMK SpheriKA porous coated femoral components mechanical properties
- Scanning Electron Microscopy analysis of Medacta GMK Sphere femoral components
- Cross Sectioned Area of the coated implant surfaces of the Medacta GMK Sphere femoral component
- XRD analyses comparing the coating features deposed in the Medacta GMK Sphere femoral component and on planar samples made of CoCr
- PYROGENICITY
- Bacterial Endotoxin Test (LAL test) was conducted according to European Pharmacopoeia §2.6.14 (which is equivalent to USP chapter )
- Pyrogen test according to USP chapter for pyrogenicity determination
- The subject devices are not labeled as non-pyrogenic or pyrogen free
- BIOCOMPATIBILITY assessment as per ISO 10993 series and FDA Biocompatibility Guidance document Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process"
- SHELF-LIFE evaluation
Clinical Studies:
- No clinical studies were conducted.
Key Metrics
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Predicate Device(s)
K091543, K121416, K140826, K211004, K113550
Reference Device(s)
Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 888.3565 Knee joint patellofemorotibial metal/polymer porous-coated uncemented prosthesis.
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Identification. A knee joint patellofemorotibial metal/polymer porous-coated uncemented prosthesis is a device intended to be implanted to replace a knee joint. The device limits translation and rotation in one or more planes via the geometry of its articulating surfaces. It has no linkage across-the-joint. This generic type of device is designed to achieve biological fixation to bone without the use of bone cement. This identification includes fixed-bearing knee prostheses where the ultra high molecular weight polyethylene tibial bearing is rigidly secured to the metal tibial base plate.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special control is FDA's guidance: “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Knee Joint Patellofemorotibial and Femorotibial Metal/Polymer Porous-Coated Uncemented Prostheses; Guidance for Industry and FDA.” See § 888.1 for the availability of this guidance.
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January 20, 2023
Medacta International S.A. % Chris Lussier Senior Director, Quality, Regulatory and Clinical Research Medacta USA 3973 Delp Street Memphis, Tennessee 38118
Re: K223548
Trade/Device Name: GMK Sphere & GMK SpheriKA Cementless Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3565 Regulation Name: Knee Joint Patellofemorotibial Metal/Polymer Porous-Coated Uncemented Prosthesis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MBH Dated: November 23, 2022 Received: November 25, 2022
Dear Chris Lussier:
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.
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Sincerely.
Ting Song -S
Ting Song, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT6A: Division of Joint Arthroplasty 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) K223548
Device Name
GMK Sphere & GMK SpheriKA Cementless
Indications for Use (Describe)
The GMK knee cemented prosthesis is designed for cemented application in total knee arthroplasty if there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components.
The use of the cementless GMK femur is limited to cases in which the surgeon considers the bone quality to be sufficient for cementless applications.
The GMK 3D Metal Tibial Baseplate is indicated for cemented application if there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components.
- This knee replacement system is indicated in the following cases:
- Severely painful and/or disabled joint as a result of arthritis, theumatoid arthritis or polyarthritis
- · Collagen disorders, and avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle
- Post traumatic loss of joint configuration
- · Primary implantation failure
Tibial wedges cemented are to be attached to the tibial baseplate with both the fixing cylinders and bone cement. The screwed tibial augments are for screwed fixation to the tibial baseplate. In case a semi-constrained liner is used, an extension stem must be implanted both on the tibial and on the femoral components. In case a GMK Revision or GMK Sphere Revision tibial tray is used, an extension stem must be implanted.
It is not possible to implant tibial wedges and extension stems with the GMK 3D Metal Tibial Baseplate.
Limitations for use for GMK Sphere/GMK SpheriKA used with kinematic alignment
GMK Sphere and GMK SpheriKA can be implanted in kinematic alignment. In this case, this knee replacement system is indicated for:
- Severely painful and/or disabled joint as a result of arthritis, traumatoid arthritis or polyarthritis
- · Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle
- Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| Requisition Use (Part 31 CFR 301 Subpart D) | Other Than Requisition Use (31 CFR 301 Subpart C) |
|---|---|
| --------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------- |
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510(k) Summary
I. Submitter
Medacta International SA Strada Regina 6874 Castel San Pietro (CH) Switzerland Phone (+41) 91 696 60 60 Fax (+41) 91 696 60 66
Contact Person: Stefano Baj, Regulatory and Compliance Director, Medacta International SA Applicant Correspondent: Chris Lussier, Senior Director of Quality and Regulatory, Medacta USA Date Prepared: November 23, 2022 Date Revised: January 13, 2023
II. Device
| Device Proprietary Name: | GMK Sphere & GMK SpheriKA Cementless |
|---|---|
| Common or Usual Name: | Total Knee Prosthesis |
| Classification Name: | Knee joint patellofemorotibial metal/polymer porous-coated |
| uncemented prosthesis | |
| Primary Product Code: | MBH |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 888.3565 |
| Device Classification | II |
III. Predicate Device
Substantial equivalence is claimed to the following devices:
Primary predicate device
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LEGION Porous Plus HA Primary Femoral Components, K091543, Simth & Nephew, . Inc.
Secondary predicate devices -
. GMK Sphere, K121416, Medacta International SA (also referred to as the GMK Total Knee System)
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. GMK Sphere Extensions, K140826, Medacta International SA (also referred to as the GMK Total Knee System)
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GMK SpheriKA, K211004, Medacta International SA ●
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Vanguard Complete Knee System, K113550, Biomet Manufacturing Corp. ●
Reference devices
- Versafit Cup Double Mobility Cementless Acetabular shells, K083116, Medacta . International SA
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- Evolis Total Knee System. Cementless femur porous Ti coated, K081023. Medacta . International SA.
Device Description IV.
The GMK Sphere & GMK SpheriKA Cementless is a line extension to the GMK Total Knee System and includes the following devices:
- GMK Sphere Cementless Femoral Components, Left and Right, Sizes from 1 to 7 and from . 1+ to 6+ (intermediate sizes);
- . GMK SpheriKA Cementless Femoral Components. Left and Right, Sizes from 1 to 7 and from 1+ to 6+ (intermediate sizes);
- GMK SpheriKA ST Cementless Femoral Components, Left and Right, Sizes from 1 to 7 ● and from 1+ to 6+ (intermediate sizes).
The subject devices are marketed as individually packaged femoral components, designed for cementless use in total knee arthroplasty procedures where the surgeon considers the bone quality to be sufficient for cementless applications.
The GMK Sphere & GMK SpheriKA Cementless implants are manufactured from cobaltchromium-molybdenum alloy (Co-Cr-Mo) according to ISO 5832-4:2014 Implants for Surgery -Metallic Materials-Part 4: Cobalt-Chromium-Molybdenum Casting Alloy with double-layer coating composed of Titanium plasma spray according to ISO 13179-1 Implants for surgery--Plasma-sprayed unalloyed titanium coatings on metallic surgical implants -- Part 1: General requirements and Hydroxyapatite according to ISO 13779-2 Implants for surgery - Hydroxyapatite - Part 2: Thermally sprayed coatings of hydroxyapatite on the internal surface pockets.
V. Indications for Use
The GMK knee cemented prosthesis is designed for cemented application in total knee arthroplasty if there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components.
The use of the cementless GMK femur is limited to cases in which the surgeon considers the bone quality to be sufficient for cementless applications.
The GMK 3D Metal Tibial Baseplate is indicated for cemented application if there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components.
This knee replacement system is indicated in the following cases:
- Severely painful and/or disabled joint as a result of arthritis, traumatic arthritis, rheumatoid . arthritis or polyarthritis
- Collagen disorders, and avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle .
- Post traumatic loss of joint configuration ●
- Primary implantation failure
Tibial wedges cemented are to be attached to the tibial baseplate with both the fixing cylinders and bone cement.
The screwed tibial augments are for screwed fixation to the tibial baseplate. In case a semiconstrained liner is used, an extension stem must be implanted both on the tibial and on the femoral
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components. In case a GMK Revision or GMK Sphere Revision tibial tray is used, an extension stem must be implanted.
It is not possible to implant tibial wedges and extension stems with the GMK 3D Metal Tibial Baseplate.
Limitations for use for GMK Sphere/GMK SpheriKA used with kinematic alignment
GMK Sphere and GMK SpheriKA can be implanted in kinematic alignment. In this case, this knee replacement system is indicated for:
- . Severely painful and/or disabled joint as a result of arthritis, traumatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or polyarthritis
- . Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle
- Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities.
Comparison of Technological Characteristics VI.
The subject GMK Sphere & GMK SpheriKA Cementless and the predicate devices (K121416, K140826. K211004) share the following characteristics:
- sizes and design:
- substrate material;
- biocompatibility:
- device usage:
- sterility: ●
- shelf life: and ●
- packaging.
The subject GMK Sphere & GMK SpheriKA Cementless differ from the predicate devices (K121416, K140826, K211004) with respect to:
- . fixation: and
- . coating.
The presence of a double-layer coating of the subject devices with respect to the predicate is justified by the different fixation method: cementless for the subject devices and cemented for the predicate (K121416, K140826, K211004). This difference does not raise any new issue related to subject devices' safety and effectiveness since it is shared with the primary predicate LEGION Porous Plus HA Primary Femoral Components (K091543) and with the additional predicate Vanguard Complete Knee System (K113550) and is supported by performance data.
VII. Performance Data
Based on the risk analysis, testing was conducted according to written protocols. The following tests and rationales are being provided in support of a substantial equivalence determination:
Non-Clinical Studies:
- . PERFORMANCE TESTING
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- GMK Sphere porous coated femoral components mechanical properties o
- о GMK SpheriKA porous coated femoral components mechanical properties
- Scanning Electron Microscopy analysis of Medacta GMK Sphere femoral components o
- Cross Sectioned Area of the coated implant surfaces of the Medacta GMK Sphere O femoral component
- o XRD analyses comparing the coating features deposed in the Medacta GMK Sphere femoral component and on planar samples made of CoCr
- PYROGENICITY
- Bacterial Endotoxin Test (LAL test) was conducted according to European O Pharmacopoeia $2.6.14 (which is equivalent to USP chapter )
- Pyrogen test according to USP chapter for pyrogenicity determination O
- O The subject devices are not labeled as non-pyrogenic or pyrogen free
- BIOCOMPATIBILITY assessment as per ISO 10993 series and FDA Biocompatibility Guidance document Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process"
- SHELF-LIFE evaluation
Clinical Studies
- . No clinical studies were conducted.
VIII. Conclusion
Based on the above information, the GMK Sphere & GMK SpheriKA Cementless implants can be considered substantially equivalent to the identified predicate devices.
Substantial equivalence has been demonstrated through a comparison of intended use, design, and technological characteristics, as well as performance evaluations.