(86 days)
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No
The summary describes a mechanical external fixation system and optional "Point and Click" software for frame construction, with no mention of AI or ML capabilities.
Yes
The device is described as an "external fixator" intended for stabilization of fractures, osteotomy, arthrodesis, leg lengthening, and correction of bone deformity, all of which are therapeutic interventions.
No
The text states the device is an external fixation system used for stabilizing fractures, osteotomy, arthrodesis, leg lengthening, and correcting bone deformity. It is a therapeutic device, not one used for diagnosis.
No
The device description clearly states that the OrthoPediatrics Orthex External Fixation System is an external fixator which includes typical hardware components made from metal and plastic materials. While the P&C Software is a component, the overall system is not software-only.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are medical devices used to perform tests on samples taken from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information about a person's health.
- Device Description and Intended Use: The OrthoPediatrics Orthex External Fixation System is a physical device used for external fixation of bones. Its intended uses involve stabilizing fractures, performing arthrodesis, lengthening limbs, and correcting bone deformities. These are all procedures performed directly on the patient's body, not on samples taken from the body.
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention any components or processes related to analyzing biological samples. The software component aids in the use of the physical fixation system, not in analyzing diagnostic data.
Therefore, the OrthoPediatrics Orthex External Fixation System falls under the category of a surgical or orthopedic device, not an In Vitro Diagnostic.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
The OrthoPediatrics Orthex External Fixation System is intended for external fixation with the following indications:
- Stabilization of Fractures & Osteotomy
- Rear and Mid-foot Foot Arthrodesis
- Adult and Pediatric (greater than 2 through 21 years of age) Leg Lengthening
- Correction of Bone Deformity in Upper & Lower Extremities
The P&C Software is intended to be used as a component of multilateral external fixations listed above.
Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)
KTT, OSN, JDW
Device Description
The OrthoPediatrics Orthex External Fixation System is an external fixator which includes typical components such as rings, partial rings, footplates, monolateral rails, and numerous hardware necessary for the construction of a frame to which tensioned wires, and half pins are attached to the bone and to the frame itself.
The components included in the external fixation system are made from various types of metal and plastic materials. Half pins and wires are manufactured from implant grade materials and are nonpyrogenic. External fixation components and implants are for single use only and not designed or sold for any use except as indicated.
The web based Orthex Point and Click (P&C) Software aids the surgeon in the use of the Orthex External Fixation System. The Point and Click (P&C) Software is only compatible with the Orthex External Fixation System. It can be accessed at www.orthex.net. The use of software is optional and is utilized with the bridging and additional necessary hardware elements of the frame.
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
Upper & Lower Extremities, Rear and Mid-foot
Indicated Patient Age Range
Adult and Pediatric (greater than 2 through 21 years of age)
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)
The biocompatibility assessment and testing for the Orthex External Fixation System were performed in conformance with ISO 10993-1.
Mechanical performance evaluations included self-taping, insertion torque, and torsional strength testing per ASTM F543 and static and dynamic bending based on ASTM F1541.
Hydroxyapatite (HA) Coating performance and characterization evaluations included tension testing of HA coating on titanium substrate per ASTM F1147, characterization of crystallinity and phase purity on HA coating by XRD analysis per ISO 13779-2 and ISO 13779-3, chemical analysis on HA coating per ISO 13779-2, characterization of HA coating molecular constitution by FTIR following FDA Guidance: 510(K) Information Needed for Hydroxyapatite Coated Orthopedic Implants, and evaluation of dissolution rate of HA coating per ASTM F1926/1926M.
Results of the performance testing demonstrate substantially equivalent performance of the subject device as compared to the predicate.
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.
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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March 7, 2025
OrthoPediatrics Corp. Jessica Powers Regulatory Affairs Specialist 2850 Frontier Dr. Warsaw, Indiana 46582
Re: K243798
Trade/Device Name: Orthex External Fixation System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 Regulation Name: Single/Multiple Component Metallic Bone Fixation Appliances And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KTT. OSN. JDW Dated: January 10, 2025 Received: January 10, 2025
Dear Jessica Powers:
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 by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
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Sincerely, Lixin Liu -S
Lixin Liu, Ph.D Assistant Director DHT6A: Division of Joint Arthroplasty 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) K243798
Device Name Orthex External Fixation System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The OrthoPediatrics Orthex External Fixation System is intended for external fixation with the following indications:
- · Stabilization of Fractures & Osteotomy
- · Rear and Mid-foot Foot Arthrodesis
- · Adult and Pediatric (greater than 2 through 21 years of age) Leg Lengthening
- · Correction of Bone Deformity in Upper & Lower Extremities
The P&C Software is intended to be used as a component of multilateral external fixations listed above.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510(k) Summary
l. Submitter
| Submission: | Traditional 510(k) Premarket Notification |
|---|---|
| Applicant: | OrthoPediatrics Corp. |
| Applicant Address: | 2850 Frontier Drive, Warsaw, IN 46582 |
| Establishment Registration Number: | 3006460162 |
| Contact: | Jessica Powers |
| Contact Phone: | (574) 268-6379 |
| Date Prepared: | January 10, 2025 |
II. Device
| Device Trade Name: | Orthex External Fixation System |
|---|---|
| Common Name: | External Fixation System |
| Device Classification: | II |
| Classification Panel: | Orthopedic |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 888.3030 |
| 21 CFR 888.3040 | |
| Device Classification Name: | Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation |
| appliances and accessories | |
| Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener | |
| Classification Product Code: | KTT |
| OSN | |
| JDW |
lll. Predicate Device and Reference Device
Substantial equivalence is claimed to the following predicate devices:
Primary Predicate Device:
- Orthex External Fixation System (K223786, OrthoPediatrics Corp.) -
Secondary Predicate Device:
- Ultima HA Coated Half Pins and Wire (K163487, OrthoPediatrics Corp.) -
IV. Device Description
The OrthoPediatrics Orthex External Fixation System is an external fixator which includes typical components such as rings, partial rings, footplates, monolateral rails, and numerous hardware necessary for the construction of a frame to which tensioned wires, and half pins are attached to the bone and to the frame itself.
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OrthoPediatrics, Corp. Orthex External Fixation System Traditional 510(k) K243798
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The components included in the external fixation system are made from various types of metal and plastic materials. Half pins and wires are manufactured from implant grade materials and are nonpyrogenic. External fixation components and implants are for single use only and not designed or sold for any use except as indicated.
The web based Orthex Point and Click (P&C) Software aids the surgeon in the use of the Orthex External Fixation System. The Point and Click (P&C) Software is only compatible with the Orthex External Fixation System. It can be accessed at www.orthex.net. The use of software is optional and is utilized with the bridging and additional necessary hardware elements of the frame.
V. Indications for Use
The OrthoPediatrics Orthex External Fixation System is intended for external fixation with the following indications:
- . Stabilization of Fractures & Osteotomy
- Rear and Mid-foot Foot Arthrodesis
- Adult and Pediatric (greater than 2 through 21 years of age) Leg Lengthening
- . Correction of Bone Deformity in Upper & Lower Extremities
The P&C Software is intended to be used as a component of multilateral external fixation system for the indications listed above.
VI. Comparison of Technological Characteristics
The Orthex External Fixation System is substantially equivalent to the predicate device Orthex External Fixation System (K223786 and K163487) in that these devices have the same intended use, principle of operation, device classification, product code, sterilization, packaging and many other similar fundamental technological characteristics. There are some differences between the predicate and subject devices in terms of materials, sizes and design features. The successful testing data provided in this submission supported that the differences between the subject and predicate devices do not raise different questions for safety and effectiveness.
VII. Performance Data
The biocompatibility assessment and testing for the Orthex External Fixation System were performed in conformance with ISO 10993-1.
Mechanical performance evaluations included self-taping, insertion torque, and torsional strength testing per ASTM F543 and static and dynamic bending based on ASTM F1541.
Hydroxyapatite (HA) Coating performance and characterization evaluations included tension testing of HA coating on titanium substrate per ASTM F1147, characterization of crystallinity and phase purity on HA coating by XRD analysis per ISO 13779-2 and ISO 13779-3, chemical analysis on HA coating per ISO 13779-2, characterization of HA coating molecular constitution by FTIR following FDA Guidance: 510(K) Information Needed for Hydroxyapatite Coated Orthopedic Implants, and evaluation of dissolution rate of HA coating per ASTM F1926/1926M.
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Results of the performance testing demonstrate substantially equivalent performance of the subject device as compared to the predicate.
VIII. Conclusion
The information provided above supports that the Orthex External Fixation System is as safe and effective as the predicate device. Information and data provided within the submission support the differences between the subject and predicate devices. Therefore, it is concluded that the Orthex External Fixation System is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.