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The SI-Cure Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System is intended for sacroiliac fusion for the following conditions:
• Sacroiliac joint dysfunction that is a direct result of sacroiliac joint disruption and degenerative sacroliitis. This includes conditions whose symptoms began during pregnancy or in the peripartum period and have persisted postpartum for more than 6 months.
· To augment immobilization and stabilization of the sacroiliac joint in skeletally mature patients undergoing sacropelvic fixation as part of a lumbar or thoracolumbar fusion.
· Acute, non-acute, and non-traumatic fractures involving the sacroillac ioint.
The SI-Cure Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System consists of titanium bone screws of Ø7 mm, Ø9.5 mm, Ø10.5 mm, and Ø11 mm diameter and various lengths to accommodate patient anatomy. An optional serrated washer can be placed on the screw head for load distribution. The screws are made from titanium alloy Ti-6AL-4V ELI per ASTM F136. The purpose of this submission is to add headless screws with additional screw size options to the previously cleared system.
This document is a 510(k) premarket notification for a medical device called the "SI-Cure Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System." It describes the device, its indications for use, and its equivalence to predicate devices. However, it explicitly states that bench testing was not required for this submission because the changes (adding headless screws and new size options) do not introduce a new worst-case scenario for mechanical performance compared to already cleared implants.
Therefore, the document does not contain information about acceptance criteria or a study proving the device meets those criteria. It primarily focuses on demonstrating substantial equivalence based on technological characteristics and the premise that the modifications do not negatively impact mechanical performance beyond what has already been established for the predicate device.
To directly answer your request based on the provided text, the following information is either not applicable or not present:
- A table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance: Not present. The document states bench testing was not required.
- Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance: Not applicable, as no new performance testing was conducted.
- Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts: Not applicable.
- Adjudication method for the test set: Not applicable.
- If a multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance: Not applicable. This device is a physical medical implant, not an AI diagnostic tool.
- If a standalone (i.e., algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done: Not applicable.
- The type of ground truth used: Not applicable.
- The sample size for the training set: Not applicable.
- How the ground truth for the training set was established: Not applicable.
The conclusion of the submission is that "The overall technology characteristics and mechanical performance evaluation lead to the conclusion that subject SI-Cure Sacroiliac Fusion Joint System is substantially equivalent to the predicate device." This equivalence is based on:
- Similar or same indications for use
- Material of manufacture
- Structural support mechanism
- Sizes and features (with the new additions not creating a new worst-case)
- Sterilization
- Manufacturing and biocompatibility
- Mechanical performance (evaluated against existing predicate data, not new testing for this submission)
In summary, this 510(k) submission relies on prior demonstrations of safety and effectiveness for the predicate devices and argues that the current modifications do not warrant new performance testing.
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July 28, 2023
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Alevio, LLC % Nathan Wright Engineer & Regulatory Specialist Empirical Technologies 4628 Northpark Drive Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918
Re: K231951
Trade/Device Name: SI-Cure Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3040 Regulation Name: Smooth Or Threaded Metallic Bone Fixation Fastener Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OUR Dated: June 30, 2023 Received: June 30, 2023
Dear Nathan Wright:
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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Colin O'Neill, M.B.E. Assistant Director DHT6B: Division of Spinal 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
Submission Number (if known)
Device Name
SI-Cure Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The SI-Cure Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System is intended for sacroiliac fusion for the following conditions:
• Sacroiliac joint dysfunction that is a direct result of sacroiliac joint disruption and degenerative sacroilitis. This includes conditions whose symptoms began during pregnancy or in the peripartum period and have persisted postpartum for more than 6 months.
· To augment immobilization and stabilization of the sacroiliac joint in skeletally mature patients undergoing sacropelvic fixation as part of a lumbar or thoracolumbar fusion.
· Acute, non-acute, and non-traumatic fractures involving the sacroillac ioint.
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
| Submitter's Name: | Alevio, LLC |
|---|---|
| Submitter's Address: | 200 Cahaba Park CircleSuite 100Birmingham, Alabama 35242 |
| Submitter's Telephone: | 205-783-5778 |
| Contact Person: | Nathan Wright MS, RACEmpirical Technologies719-351-0248nwright@empiricaltech.comImage: Empirical Technologies Logo |
| Date Summary was Prepared: | June 30, 2023 |
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | SI-Cure Sacroiliac Fusion Joint System |
| Device Classification Name: | Smooth or Threaded Metallic Bone Fixation Fastener |
| Classification & Regulation #: | Class II per 21 CFR §888.3040 |
| Product Code: | OUR |
| Classification Panel: | Orthopedic Devices - Spinal Devices (DHT6B) |
DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE SUBJECT TO PREMARKET NOTIFICATION:
The SI-Cure Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System consists of titanium bone screws of Ø7 mm, Ø9.5 mm, Ø10.5 mm, and Ø11 mm diameter and various lengths to accommodate patient anatomy. An optional serrated washer can be placed on the screw head for load distribution. The screws are made from titanium alloy Ti-6AL-4V ELI per ASTM F136.
The purpose of this submission is to add headless screws with additional screw size options to the previously cleared system.
INDICATIONS FOR USE
The SI-Cure Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System is intended for sacroiliac fusion for the following conditions: · Sacroiliac joint dysfunction that is a direct result of sacroiliac joint disruption and degenerative sacroillitis. This includes conditions whose symptoms began during pregnancy or in the peripartum period and have persisted postpartum for more than 6 months.
· To augment immobilization and stabilization of the sacroiliac joint in skeletally mature patients undergoing sacropelvic fixation as part of a lumbar or thoracolumbar fusion.
· Acute, non-acute, and non-traumatic fractures involving the sacroiliac joint.
TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The subject and predicate devices have nearly identical technological characteristics and the minor differences do not raise any new issues of safety and effectiveness. Specifically, the following characteristics are similar or the same between the subject and predicates:
- Indications for Use
- Material of Manufacture ●
- . Structural Support Mechanism
- Sizes and Features ●
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- Sterilization ●
- Manufacturing and Biocompatibility
- Mechanical Performance ●
Predicate Devices
| 510k Number | Trade or Proprietary or Model Name | Manufacturer | Predicate Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| K223819 | SI-Cure Sacroiliac Fusion Joint System | Alevio, LLC | Primary |
| K021932 | Synthes 6.5 mm Cannulated Screws | Synthes (USA) | Additional |
PERFORMANCE DATA
Bench testing was not required in this submission because the addition of the headless screws and length and diameter options do not introduce a new worst case for mechanical performance compared to the cleared implants and do not require performance testing.
CONCLUSION
The overall technology characteristics and mechanical performance evaluation lead to the conclusion that subject SI-Cure Sacroiliac Fusion Joint System is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
§ 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.