K Number
K962233
Device Name
TWIST-OFF SCREW
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
1996-10-03

(114 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
888.3040
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The TWIST-OFF™ SCREW is intended to be implanted for fixation of bone fractures or bone reconstructions.
Device Description
The TWIST-OFF™ SCREW is a threaded Titanium bone fixation appliance intended to be implanted. It is composed of a self-tapping, selfcompressive screw and support as a single piece. These two components separate when the screw head comes in contact with the cortex. Screws come in lengths of 11,12,13 and 14 mm; the support does not vary in size.
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No
The description focuses on the mechanical properties and intended use of a bone screw, with no mention of AI or ML.

No
The device is a bone fixation appliance used for fractures and reconstructions, which falls under implantable surgical devices rather than therapeutic devices that treat a disease or condition.

No
Explanation: The device is a bone fixation appliance intended for implantation to fix bone fractures or reconstructions, which is a therapeutic rather than diagnostic function.

No

The device description clearly states it is a "threaded Titanium bone fixation appliance intended to be implanted," which is a physical hardware device, not software.

No, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states the device is for "fixation of bone fractures or bone reconstructions" and is "intended to be implanted." This describes a surgical implant used directly on the patient's body.
  • Device Description: The description details a "threaded Titanium bone fixation appliance" that is "intended to be implanted." This further reinforces its nature as a surgical device.
  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics (IVDs) are medical devices used to perform tests on samples taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, to provide information about a person's health. This device does not perform any such tests on samples.

The information provided describes a surgical implant, not a device used for in vitro testing.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The TWIST-OFF™ SCREW is intended to be implanted for fixation of bone fractures or bone reconstructions. The TWIST-OFF™ SCREW is indicated for fixing and stabilizing elective osteotomies of metatarsals and phalanges of the foot.

Product codes

87HWC, 87OR

Device Description

The TWIST-OFF™ SCREW is a threaded Titanium bone fixation appliance intended to be implanted. It is composed of a self-tapping, selfcompressive screw and support as a single piece. These two components separate when the screw head comes in contact with the cortex. Screws come in lengths of 11,12,13 and 14 mm; the support does not vary in size.

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

bones, metatarsals and phalanges of the foot

Indicated Patient Age Range

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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

Rupture torque of the TWIST-OFF™ SCREW was compared with requirements of the French Standard Nº NF-F-90-414 and found to have a resistance to torsion in compliance with the selected Standard.

Key Metrics

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Predicate Device(s)

K924018, K924138, K950595, K952272

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 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.

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K962233

-3 1995

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3. SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION:

Medinov - AMP Z.I. Bapaume 27-31 rue Lucien Langénieux 42335 Roanne Cedex FRANCE

SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION

LANDOS INC. Mr. Jean-Paul Burtin 100 Lindenwood Drive Malvern, PA 19355

2530066

ESTABLISHMENT REGISTRATION NUMBER:

OFFICIAL CONTACT PERSON:

Norman F. Estrin, Ph. D., RAC President Estrin Consulting Group, Inc. 9109 Copenhaver Drive Potomac , MD 20854

Tel. : (301) 279 -2899 Fax : (301) 294-0126

DATE OF PREPARATION OF THIS SUMMARY:

May 22, 1996

TRADE NAME:

COMMON NAME:

TWIST-OFF™ SCREW

Bone Fixation Screw

CLASSIFICATION NAME AND REFERENCE:

Screw, Fixation, Bone (21 CFR, Section 888.3040)

PROPOSED REGULATORY CLASS:

Class II

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PANEL CODE:

DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE:

INTENDED USE:

INDICATIONS FOR USE:

PREDICATE DEVICE:

COMPARISON OF USES/ TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

SUMMARY OF STUDIES:

87HWC

87OR

The TWIST-OFF™ SCREW is a threaded Titanium bone fixation appliance intended to be implanted. It is composed of a self-tapping, selfcompressive screw and support as a single piece. These two components separate when the screw head comes in contact with the cortex. Screws come in lengths of 11,12,13 and 14 mm; the support does not vary in size.

The TWIST-OFF™ SCREW is intended to be implanted for fixation of bone fractures or bone reconstructions.

The TWIST-OFF™ SCREW is indicated for fixing and stabilizing elective osteotomies of metatarsals and phalanges of the foot.

The TWIST-OFF™ SCREW is substantially equivalent to the M3 Screw system (Osteomed) (K924018, K924138), the Luhr Screw System (Howmedica)(K950595) and the Cortex Screw (Synthes)(K952272).

Both the TWIST-OFF™ SCREW and its predicates have the same intended use. All are used for fixation of small bones. The M3 and TWIST-OFFTM SCREW are made of the same Titanium alloy. The Cortex is made from a different Ti alloy; the Luhr Screw is made from Cobalt-Chromium. The M3 and the TWIST-OFFTM SCREW are partially threaded and are self-tapping low profile head screws. Both the M3 and the TWIST-OFFTM SCREW can be used with a power drill.

Rupture torque of the TWIST-OFF™ SCREW was compared with requirements of the French Standard Nº NF-F-90-414 and found to have a resistance to torsion in compliance with the selected Standard.