K Number
K232014
Device Name
CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2023-09-01

(57 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3080
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdparty
Intended Use
The CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters are intended to be used with the EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages. The EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages with a microscopic roughened surface and micro and nanoscale features are indicated for intervertebral body fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S 1. DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). These spinal implants are to be used with autogenous bone graft and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft. EIT Spine LLIF is to be used with supplemental fixation. Patients should have at least six (6) months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with an intervertebral cage.
Device Description
The CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters are designed for use during Lumbar Interbody Fusion surgery, specifically using the ATP surgical approach. The inserters have been designed to interface with EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages (K201605). The reusable instruments are provided non-sterile and made from commonly used orthopedic materials with commonly used manufacturing processes. There are no changes to the implants or other compatible instruments provided with the implants.
More Information

No
The document describes surgical instruments (inserters) and spinal implants (cages) for lumbar fusion. There is no mention of AI, ML, image processing, or any software-driven analytical capabilities. The performance studies focus on mechanical and usability testing of the physical instruments.

No
The device described, "CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters," is a surgical instrument used to implant intervertebral cages, not a therapeutic device itself. The therapeutic effect (fusion) is achieved by the implanted cage and supporting bone graft and fixation, not the inserter tool.

No

The device, CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters, is an surgical instrument used to implant intervertebral cages during lumbar interbody fusion surgery. It does not diagnose medical conditions.

No

The device description explicitly states that the CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters are "reusable instruments" made from "commonly used orthopedic materials," indicating they are physical hardware devices used in surgery.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is for surgical procedures (intervertebral body fusion) using a specific type of cage. This is a surgical instrument, not a device used to examine specimens from the human body to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or treatment.
  • Device Description: The device is described as a reusable surgical instrument designed to interface with implants during surgery.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing biological samples, providing diagnostic information, or any of the typical characteristics of an IVD.

The device is clearly a surgical tool used during a medical procedure, not a diagnostic test performed on a sample.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters are intended to be used with the EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages.

The EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages with a microscopic roughened surface and micro and nanoscale features are indicated for intervertebral body fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S 1. DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). These spinal implants are to be used with autogenous bone graft and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft. EIT Spine LLIF is to be used with supplemental fixation. Patients should have at least six (6) months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with an intervertebral cage.

Product codes

MAX

Device Description

The CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters are designed for use during Lumbar Interbody Fusion surgery, specifically using the ATP surgical approach. The inserters have been designed to interface with EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages (K201605). The reusable instruments are provided non-sterile and made from commonly used orthopedic materials with commonly used manufacturing processes. There are no changes to the implants or other compatible instruments provided with the implants.

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

L2-S 1

Indicated Patient Age Range

skeletally mature patients

Intended User / Care Setting

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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 testing was conducted to confirm the device performance per intended use including impaction endurance testing, formative usability testing, and thread cyclic testing. The results of this non-clinical testing show that the performance of the CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters is sufficient for its intended use and is substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices.

Key Metrics

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Predicate Device(s)

K223671

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 888.3080 Intervertebral body fusion device.

(a)
Identification. An intervertebral body fusion device is an implanted single or multiple component spinal device made from a variety of materials, including titanium and polymers. The device is inserted into the intervertebral body space of the cervical or lumbosacral spine, and is intended for intervertebral body fusion.(b)
Classification. (1) Class II (special controls) for intervertebral body fusion devices that contain bone grafting material. The special control is the FDA guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device.” See § 888.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.(2) Class III (premarket approval) for intervertebral body fusion devices that include any therapeutic biologic (e.g., bone morphogenic protein). Intervertebral body fusion devices that contain any therapeutic biologic require premarket approval.
(c)
Date premarket approval application (PMA) or notice of product development protocol (PDP) is required. Devices described in paragraph (b)(2) of this section shall have an approved PMA or a declared completed PDP in effect before being placed in commercial distribution.

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September 1, 2023

Enztec Limited % Nathan Wright, MS, RAC Engineer & Regulatory Specialist Empirical Technologies 4628 Northpark Drive Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918

Re: K232014

Trade/Device Name: CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3080 Regulation Name: Intervertebral Body Fusion Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MAX Dated: August 11, 2023 Received: August 11, 2023

Dear Mr. 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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Sincerely,

Brent Showalter -S

Brent Showalter, Ph.D. 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)

K232014

Device Name

CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters

Indications for Use (Describe)

The CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters are intended to be used with the EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages.

The EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages with a microscopic roughened surface and micro and nanoscale features are indicated for intervertebral body fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S 1. DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). These spinal implants are to be used with autogenous bone graft and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft. EIT Spine LLIF is to be used with supplemental fixation. Patients should have at least six (6) months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with an intervertebral cage.

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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K232014 - 510(K) SUMMARY

Submitter's Name:Enztec Limited
Submitter's Address:3/17 Print Place
Middleton, Christchurch 8024
Submitter's Telephone:+64 27 829 2440
Contact Person:Nathan Wright MS, RAC
Empirical Technologies
719-351-0248
nwright@empiricaltech.com
Image: Empirical Technologies logo
Date Summary was Prepared:July 6, 2023
Trade or Proprietary Name:CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters
Device Classification Name:Implant insertion tool for intervertebral fusion device, lumbar
Classification & Regulation #:Class II per 21 CFR §888.3080
Product Code:MAX
Classification Panel:Spinal Devices (DHT6B)

DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE SUBJECT TO PREMARKET NOTIFICATION:

The CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters are designed for use during Lumbar Interbody Fusion surgery, specifically using the ATP surgical approach. The inserters have been designed to interface with EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages (K201605). The reusable instruments are provided non-sterile and made from commonly used orthopedic materials with commonly used manufacturing processes. There are no changes to the implants or other compatible instruments provided with the implants.

INDICATIONS FOR USE

The CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters are intended to be used with the EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages.

The EIT Cellular Titanium® LLIF Cages with a microscopic roughened surface and micro and nano-scale features are indicated for intervertebral body fusion procedures in skeletally mature patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S 1. DDD is defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). These spinal implants are to be used with autogenous bone graft and/or allogeneic bone graft comprised of cancellous and/or corticocancellous bone graft. EIT Spine LLIF is to be used with supplemental fixation. Patients should have at least six (6) months of non-operative treatment prior to treatment with an intervertebral cage.

TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters are manufactured from Stainless Steel per ASTM F899 or ASTM A693 and Silicone per ESP Class VI. 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 the same between the subject and predicates:

  • Indications for use ●
  • Materials of manufacture ●
  • . Sterility
  • . Compatibility

The differences in instrument handle design for surgeon utility and in handle materials and in the introduction of new instrument options (cobbs and spreaders) not previously part of the CONDUIT™ Inserter set do not

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introduce any questions for safety and efficacy which were mitigated through the risk assessment and verification and validation testing.

Predicate Devices

510k NumberTrade or Proprietary or Model NameManufacturerPredicate Type
K223671CONDUIT™ LLIF Straight InsertersDePuy SynthesPrimary

PERFORMANCE DATA

Non-clinical testing was conducted to confirm the device performance per intended use including impaction endurance testing, formative usability testing, and thread cyclic testing. The results of this non-clinical testing show that the performance of the CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters is sufficient for its intended use and is substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices.

CONCLUSION

The overall technology characteristics and mechanical performance data lead to the conclusion that the CONDUIT™ ATP Inserters are substantially equivalent to the predicate device.