K Number
K242079
Device Name
Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2024-11-14

(121 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3030
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The distal humerus fracture plates and olecranon fracture plates are indicated for adult patients. The distal humerus and olecranon fracture plates are indicated for fixation of fractures of the humerus and ulna.
Device Description
The Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System consists of a series of olecranon and distal humerus plates of varying lengths, thicknesses, and orientations. The proposed plates are contoured and may be available in left and right configurations, ranging from 73 mm to 294.37 mm in length, 1.93 mm to 5.51 mm in thickness, and 10.06 mm to 22 mm in width. Each plate provides locking screw fixation and may include suture holes for soft tissue refixation. The proposed plates are manufactured from stainless steel conforming to ASTM F138 or titanium alloy confirming to ASTM F136 (ISO 5832-3). The plates are sold sterile (Gamma) and non-sterile and are single-use.
More Information

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No
The device description and performance studies focus on the mechanical properties and biocompatibility of the fracture plates, with no mention of AI or ML algorithms for diagnosis, treatment planning, or any other function. The mention of "image processing" is in the context of MRI artifact testing, not for clinical image analysis using AI/ML.

No.
The device is a fracture plate system used for fixation of bones, not for providing therapy.

No

The device description and intended use clearly state that this is a system of plates used for the fixation of bone fractures (humerus and ulna), which is a treatment or therapeutic function, not a diagnostic one. The mentions of MRI testing are related to the device's compatibility with MRI, not its use in imaging for diagnosis.

No

The device description clearly states it is a system of physical plates made from stainless steel or titanium alloy, intended for surgical implantation. It is a hardware device, not software.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is for the fixation of fractures of the humerus and ulna. This is a surgical intervention, not a diagnostic test performed on samples taken from the body.
  • Device Description: The device is a physical implant (plates and screws) used to stabilize bones. IVDs are typically reagents, instruments, or systems used to examine specimens from the human body.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing biological samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.), detecting specific analytes, or providing diagnostic information about a patient's health status.

The mentions of MRI testing and performance studies relate to the physical properties and safety of the implant within the body, not to its use as a diagnostic tool.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The distal humerus fracture plates and olecranon fracture plates are indicated for adult patients. The distal humerus and olecranon fracture plates are indicated for fixation of fractures of the humerus and ulna.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

HRS

Device Description

The Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System consists of a series of olecranon and distal humerus plates of varying lengths, thicknesses, and orientations. The proposed plates are contoured and may be available in left and right configurations, ranging from 73 mm to 294.37 mm in length, 1.93 mm to 5.51 mm in thickness, and 10.06 mm to 22 mm in width. Each plate provides locking screw fixation and may include suture holes for soft tissue refixation. The proposed plates are manufactured from stainless steel conforming to ASTM F138 or titanium alloy confirming to ASTM F136 (ISO 5832-3). The plates are sold sterile (Gamma) and non-sterile and are single-use.

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

humerus and ulna

Indicated Patient Age Range

adult 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 (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

Arthrex conducted Finite Element Analysis and 4-point bend (ASTM F382-17) under static and dynamic conditions to demonstrate that the mechanical performance of the subject device is substantially equivalent to that of the predicate device PERI-LOC Periarticular Locked Plating System (K061352).
Arthrex conducted packaging validation and 5-year real-time aging shelf-life testing to demonstrate that the smaller and larger packaging configurations are capable of maintaining and protecting the product and sterility of the device throughout the shipping and handling environment. The proposed packaging configurations met all the packaging testing acceptance criteria in conformance to ISO 11607 and applicable standards.
MRI force, torque, and image artifact testing were conducted in accordance with FDA guidance Testing and Labeling Medical Devices for Safety in the Magnetic Resonance (MR) Environment, ASTM F2052 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Magnetically Induced Displacement Force on Medical Devices in the Magnetic Resonance Environment. ASTM F2119 Standard Test Method for Evaluation of MR Image Artifacts from Passive Implants, ASTM F2182 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Measurement of Radio Frequency Induced Heating Near Passive Implants During Magnetic Resonance Imaging and ASTM F2213 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Magnetically Induced Torque on Medical Devices in the Magnetic Resonance Environment.
Bacterial Endotoxins Test (BET) was performed on the Arthrex devices utilizing the Kinetic Chromogenic Method in accordance with ANSI/AAMI ST72:2011/(R)2016, USP , USP , EP 2.6.14. The testing conducted demonstrates that the sterile devices meet pyrogen limit specifications.
Assessment of the physical product attributes including product, design, size, and materials has determined that the Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System does not introduce additional risks or concerns regarding sterilization and shelf-life.

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

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Predicate Device(s): If the device was cleared using the 510(k) pathway, identify the Predicate Device(s) K/DEN number used to claim substantial equivalence and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text. List the primary predicate first in the list.

K061352

Reference Device(s): Identify the Reference Device(s) K/DEN number and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text.

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information for the subject device only (e.g. presence / absence, what scope was granted / cleared under the PCCP, any restrictions, etc).

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§ 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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November 14, 2024

Arthrex Inc. Stacy Valdez Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist 1370 Creekside Boulevard Naples, Florida 34108

Re: K242079

Trade/Device Name: Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 Regulation Name: Single/Multiple Component Metallic Bone Fixation Appliances And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HRS Dated: October 15, 2024 Received: October 15, 2024

Dear Ms. Valdez:

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 (the 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 available 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.

Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device"

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(https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).

Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30. Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90. Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review. the OS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).

Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.

All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rue"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advicecomprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.

Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.

For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE

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by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).

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

Submission Number (if known)

K242079

Device Name

Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System

Indications for Use (Describe)

The distal humerus fracture plates and olecranon fracture plates are indicated for adult patients. The distal humerus and olecranon fracture plates are indicated for fixation of fractures of the humerus and ulna.

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

Date Prepared11/13/2024
SubmitterArthrex Inc.
1370 Creekside Boulevard
Naples, FL 34108-1945
Contact PersonName: Stacy Valdez
Title: Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Phone: 1-239-643-5553, ext. 72010
Email: stacy.valdez@arthrex.com
Trade NameArthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System
Common NamePlate, Fixation, Bone
Product CodeHRS
Classification Name21 CFR 888.3030: Single/Multiple Component Metallic Bone
Fixation Appliances and Accessories
Regulatory ClassII
Predicate DeviceK061352: PERI-LOC Periarticular Locked Plating System
Purpose of SubmissionThis Traditional 510(k) premarket notification is submitted to
obtain clearance for the Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating
System.
Device DescriptionThe Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System consists of a
series of olecranon and distal humerus plates of varying
lengths, thicknesses, and orientations. The proposed plates
are contoured and may be available in left and right
configurations, ranging from 73 mm to 294.37 mm in length,
1.93 mm to 5.51 mm in thickness, and 10.06 mm to 22 mm
in width. Each plate provides locking screw fixation and may
include suture holes for soft tissue refixation. The proposed
plates are manufactured from stainless steel conforming to
ASTM F138 or titanium alloy confirming to ASTM F136 (ISO
5832-3). The plates are sold sterile (Gamma) and non-sterile
and are single-use.
Indications for UseThe distal humerus fracture plates and olecranon fracture
plates are indicated for adult patients. The distal humerus
and olecranon fracture plates are indicated for fixation of
fractures of the humerus and ulna.
Performance DataArthrex conducted Finite Element Analysis and 4-point bend
(ASTM F382-17) under static and dynamic conditions to
demonstrate that the mechanical performance of the subject
device is substantially equivalent to that of the predicate
Technological Comparisondevice PERI-LOC Periarticular Locked Plating System
(K061352).
Arthrex conducted packaging validation and 5-year real-time
aging shelf-life testing to demonstrate that the smaller and
larger packaging configurations are capable of maintaining
and protecting the product and sterility of the device
throughout the shipping and handling environment. The
proposed packaging configurations met all the packaging
testing acceptance criteria in conformance to ISO 11607 and
applicable standards.
MRI force, torque, and image artifact testing were conducted
in accordance with FDA guidance Testing and Labeling
Medical Devices for Safety in the Magnetic Resonance (MR)
Environment, ASTM F2052 Standard Test Method for
Measurement of Magnetically Induced Displacement Force
on Medical Devices in the Magnetic Resonance Environment.
ASTM F2119 Standard Test Method for Evaluation of MR
Image Artifacts from Passive Implants, ASTM F2182 Standard
Test Method for Measurement of Measurement of Radio
Frequency Induced Heating Near Passive Implants During
Magnetic Resonance Imaging and ASTM F2213 Standard Test
Method for Measurement of Magnetically Induced Torque on
Medical Devices in the Magnetic Resonance Environment.
Bacterial Endotoxins Test (BET) was performed on the
Arthrex devices utilizing the Kinetic Chromogenic Method in
accordance with ANSI/AAMI ST72:2011/(R)2016, USP ,
USP , EP 2.6.14. The testing conducted demonstrates
that the sterile devices meet pyrogen limit specifications.
Assessment of the physical product attributes including
product, design, size, and materials has determined that the
Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System does not introduce
additional risks or concerns regarding sterilization and shelf-
life.
The Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System is substantially
equivalent to the predicate devices cleared under the
predicate device PERI-LOC Periarticular Plating System
(K061352) in which basic design features, intended use,
fundamental scientific technology, materials, plate configuration, and sterility are identical.
Indications for Use:
• The indications for use for the distal humerus fracture plates and olecranon fracture plates are equivalent to the predicate device PERI-LOC Periarticular Locked Plating System (K061352) except for the following:
Ο The distal humerus fracture plates and olecranon fracture plates will be indicated for a subset of anatomical locations and will not include a pediatric patient population or osteopenic bone compared to predicate device PERI-LOC Periarticular Locked Plating System (K061352).
The Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System will be offered in shorter and longer lengths than the predicate device PERI-LOC Periarticular Plating System (K061352).
The Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System will be offered in a smaller and larger width than the predicate device PERI-LOC Periarticular Plating System (K061352).
The Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System is offered in smaller and larger thickness than the predicate device PERI-LOC Periarticular Plating System (K061352).
Packaging:
• The non-sterile plates are packaged inside a Polyethylene Bag inside an inner Zip Lock Polyethylene Bag or a single Polyethylene bag. The proposed non-sterile plates are also packaged in a single Polypropylene tube.
• The sterile plates are packaged in a double PETG blister tray with Tyvek lidding or a double Nylon/Nylon pouch.
Shelf-Life:
The shelf-life of the proposed sterile plates is 5-years. The Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System was evaluated for
MR Conditional labeling. The predicate devices cleared under
the predicate device PERI-LOC Periarticular Plating System
(K061352) were not evaluated for MR Conditional labeling.
The Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System is substantially
equivalent to the predicate device PERI-LOC Periarticular
Plating System (K061352) with the same intended use and
minor differences in design and function. Any differences
between the Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System and the
predicate device are considered minor and do not raise
different questions of safety or effectiveness.
ConclusionThe Arthrex Elbow Fracture Plating System is substantially
equivalent to the predicate devices cleared under K061352 in
which the basic design features and intended use are the
same. Any differences between the Arthrex Elbow Fracture
Plating System and the predicate device are considered
minor and do not raise different questions of safety or
Based on the indications for use, technological
characteristics, and the summary of data submitted, Arthrex
Inc. has determined that the proposed device is substantially
equivalent to the currently marketed predicate device.

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