K Number
K223933
Device Name
Exactech Equinoxe PHx Fracture System; Exactech EPIC Screws
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2023-09-25

(269 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3030
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System is indicated for Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) procedures of the proximal humerus. Specific clinical indications for ORIF are as follows: fractures, fracture dislocations, osteotomies, and non-unions of the proximal humerus. The 3.5mm diameter Exactech® EPIC Screws of the Epic Extremity Plate System (cleared under K153340) are also intended for use with the Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System for Open Reduction Internal Fixation procedures of the proximal humerus.
Device Description
The Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System is a set of plate and screw components for use in Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) applications for fractures of the proximal humerus. The Exacteche Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System includes various sizes of fracture plates and fixation screws and is to be used with the 3.5mm diameter Exactech® EPIC locking and non-locking style screws (cleared under K153340). The Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System with the Exactech® EPIC Screws are intended to be used for internal fixation of fractures, fracture dislocations, non-unions, and osteotomies of the proximal humerus. The Exactech® EPIC Screws were previously cleared with the Epic Extremity Plate System with an indication for use in stabilization of fresh fractures, revision procedures, joint fusion and reconstruction of small bones of the hand, feet, wrist, ankles, fingers and toes. This is an indication change only for the 3.5mm EPIC locking and non-locking screws.
More Information

No
The device description and performance studies focus on mechanical properties and biocompatibility of plates and screws for fracture fixation, with no mention of AI or ML.

Yes
The device is described as a set of plate and screw components for Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) procedures of the proximal humerus, used to treat fractures, fracture dislocations, osteotomies, and non-unions. This directly indicates its therapeutic purpose of repairing and stabilizing bone structures.

No

Explanation: The device is described as a "Fracture System" and is indicated for "Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) procedures" for fractures and other bone conditions. This indicates it is a surgical implant for treatment, not a device used for diagnosis.

No

The device description explicitly states it is a set of plate and screw components, which are hardware. The performance studies also describe mechanical testing of these hardware components.

Based on the provided text, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use/Indications for Use: The device is intended for "Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) procedures of the proximal humerus" to treat fractures, fracture dislocations, osteotomies, and non-unions. This describes a surgical procedure performed on the patient's body to fix bones.
  • Device Description: The device is described as a "set of plate and screw components" used for internal fixation. These are physical implants used in surgery.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: An IVD is a medical device used in vitro (outside the body) to examine specimens derived from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening. The provided text does not mention any such use or interaction with bodily specimens for diagnostic purposes.

The device is clearly an orthopedic surgical implant system.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System:

The Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System is indicated for Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) procedures of the proximal humerus. Specific clinical indications for ORIF are as follows: fractures, fracture dislocations, osteotomies, and non-unions of the proximal humerus.

Exactech® EPIC Screws:

The 3.5mm diameter Exactech® EPIC Screws of the Epic Extremity Plate System (cleared under K153340) are also intended for use with the Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System for Open Reduction Internal Fixation procedures of the proximal humerus.

Product codes

HRS, HWC

Device Description

The Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System is a set of plate and screw components for use in Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) applications for fractures of the proximal humerus. The Exacteche Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System includes various sizes of fracture plates and fixation screws and is to be used with the 3.5mm diameter Exactech® EPIC locking and non-locking style screws (cleared under K153340). The Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System with the Exactech® EPIC Screws are intended to be used for internal fixation of fractures, fracture dislocations, non-unions, and osteotomies of the proximal humerus.

The Exactech® EPIC Screws were previously cleared with the Epic Extremity Plate System with an indication for use in stabilization of fresh fractures, revision procedures, joint fusion and reconstruction of small bones of the hand, feet, wrist, ankles, fingers and toes. This is an indication change only for the 3.5mm EPIC locking and non-locking screws.

Mentions image processing

Not Found

Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

Not Found

Input Imaging Modality

Not Found

Anatomical Site

proximal humerus, humerus

Indicated Patient Age Range

Not Found

Intended User / Care Setting

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Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

Not Found

Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

Not Found

Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

The following non-clinical testing and engineering analyses were performed to demonstrate that the Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System and the 3.5mm diameter Exactech EPIC Screws, as intended, are substantially equivalent to the identified predicate devices:

  • Single cycle bend testing (ASTM F382)
  • Cyclic fatigue bend testing (ASTM F382)
  • Bend fatigue resistance testing of Exac-Loc™ Screw anchor feature (ASTM F384) .
  • Bone screw performance testing (ASTM F543) ●
  • . Biocompatibility
  • Bacterial endotoxins ●

Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

Not Found

Predicate Device(s)

K093978, K153340, K111352, K051412, K133668

Reference Device(s)

Not Found

Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

Not Found

§ 888.3030 Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories.

(a)
Identification. Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories are devices intended to be implanted consisting of one or more metallic components and their metallic fasteners. The devices contain a plate, a nail/plate combination, or a blade/plate combination that are made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, stainless steel, and titanium, that are intended to be held in position with fasteners, such as screws and nails, or bolts, nuts, and washers. These devices are used for fixation of fractures of the proximal or distal end of long bones, such as intracapsular, intertrochanteric, intercervical, supracondylar, or condylar fractures of the femur; for fusion of a joint; or for surgical procedures that involve cutting a bone. The devices may be implanted or attached through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.(b)
Classification. Class II.

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September 25, 2023

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Exactech, Inc Valdimir Talley Regulatory Specialist 2320 NW 66th Ct. Gainesville, Florida 32653

Re: K223933

Trade/Device Name: Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System; Exactech® EPIC Screws Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 Regulation Name: Single/Multiple Component Metallic Bone Fixation Appliances And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HRS, HWC Dated: August 25, 2023 Received: August 25, 2023

Dear Mr. Talley:

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,

Shumaya Ali-S

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) K223933

Device Name

Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System; Exactech® EPIC Screws

Indications for Use (Describe) Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System:

The Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System is indicated for Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) procedures of the proximal humerus. Specific clinical indications for ORIF are as follows: fractures, fracture dislocations, osteotomies, and non-unions of the proximal humerus.

Exactech® EPIC Screws:

The 3.5mm diameter Exactech® EPIC Screws of the Epic Extremity Plate System (cleared under K153340) are also intended for use with the Exactech® Equinox® PHx® Fracture System for Open Reduction Internal Fixation procedures of the proximal humerus.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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K223933

Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System with Exactech® EPIC Screws Traditional 510(k) – 510(k) Summary

| Sponsor: | Exactech ®, Inc
2320 N.W. 66th Court
Gainesville, FL 32653 |
|------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Phone: (352) 327-4824
Fax: (352) 378-2617 |
| | FDA Establishment Number 1038671 |
| Contact Person: | Valdimir Talley III
Regulatory Affairs Specialist |
| Date: | September 22, 2023 |
| Proprietary Name: | Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System
Exactech® EPIC Screws |
| Common Name: | Proximal Humeral Fracture Plate System |
| Regulation Number and
Classification Names: | 21 CFR 888.3030 (Primary) – Single/multiple component metallic bone
fixation appliances and accessories.
21 CFR 888.3040 – Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Product Codes: | HRS – Plate, Fixation, Bone
HWC – Screw, Fixation, Bone |
| Classification Panel: | Orthopedic |

Table 1. Legally Marketed Device to Which Substantial Equivalence Is Claimed:

| Predicate
Designation | 510(k)
Number | Trade or Proprietary Model Name | Manufacturer |
|--------------------------|------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|
| Primary | K093978 | Exactech® Equinoxe® Proximal Humerus
Fracture Plate System | Exactech, Inc |
| Additional | K153340 | Epic Extremity Plate System | Exactech, Inc |
| Additional | K111352 | Talon™ DistalFix™ Proximal Femoral
Nail | Orthopedic Designs
North America, Inc.
(ODI) |
| Additional | K051412 | Humeral Head Plate with Angular
Stability | Implants for Trauma
Surgery (ITS) |
| Additional | K133668 | AFT™ GTF System | Shoulder Options |

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K223933

Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System with Exactech® EPIC Screws Traditional 510(k) - 510(k) Summary

Device Description

The Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System is a set of plate and screw components for use in Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) applications for fractures of the proximal humerus. The Exacteche Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System includes various sizes of fracture plates and fixation screws and is to be used with the 3.5mm diameter Exactech® EPIC locking and non-locking style screws (cleared under K153340). The Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System with the Exactech® EPIC Screws are intended to be used for internal fixation of fractures, fracture dislocations, non-unions, and osteotomies of the proximal humerus.

The Exactech® EPIC Screws were previously cleared with the Epic Extremity Plate System with an indication for use in stabilization of fresh fractures, revision procedures, joint fusion and reconstruction of small bones of the hand, feet, wrist, ankles, fingers and toes. This is an indication change only for the 3.5mm EPIC locking and non-locking screws.

Indications for Use

Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System:

The Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System is indicated for Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) procedures of the proximal humerus. Specific clinical indications for ORIF are as follows: fractures, fracture dislocations, osteotomies, and non-unions of the proximal humerus.

Exactech® EPIC Screws:

The 3.5mm diameter Exactech® EPIC Screws of the Epic Extremity Plate System (cleared under K153340) are also intended for use with the Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System for Open Reduction Internal Fixation procedures of the proximal humerus.

Summary of Device Characteristics Comparison

The rationale for substantial equivalence is based on consideration of the following device use, design characteristics and performance requirements:

Indications for Use

  • The proposed and predicate devices have the same indications for use. ●

Materials

  • The proposed and predicate devices are composed of similar, well-established, biocompatible ● materials.

Design Features

  • . The proposed and predicate devices have the same or similar design features.
    Sterilization

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K223933

Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System with Exactech® EPIC Screws Traditional 510(k) - 510(k) Summary

  • The proposed and predicate devices are provided non-sterile for single use, with the exception of the ● Exac-LocTM screw.
  • The Exac-LocTM Screw is provided sterile for single use. ●

Performance Requirements

  • . The proposed and predicate devices conform to recognized performance standards for multicomponent bone screw and plate fixation systems.

Non-Clinical Testing

The following non-clinical testing and engineering analyses were performed to demonstrate that the Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System and the 3.5mm diameter Exactech EPIC Screws, as intended, are substantially equivalent to the identified predicate devices:

  • Single cycle bend testing (ASTM F382)
  • Cyclic fatigue bend testing (ASTM F382)
  • Bend fatigue resistance testing of Exac-Loc™ Screw anchor feature (ASTM F384) .
  • Bone screw performance testing (ASTM F543) ●
  • . Biocompatibility
  • Bacterial endotoxins ●

Substantial Equivalence Conclusion

Based on consideration of indications for use, technological characteristics, and results of non-clinical testing, it was concluded that the Exactech® Equinoxe® PHx® Fracture System and the 3.5mm diameter Exactech EPIC Screws demonstrate substantial equivalence to the predicate devices.