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# ORTHOTEC K-CAP SYSTEM (K971453)

_Orthotech · HTY · Jun 24, 1997 · Orthopedic · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Orthotech
- **Product Code:** [HTY](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/HTY.md)
- **Decision Date:** Jun 24, 1997
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3040
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Orthopedic
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Intended Use

The OrthoTec K-Cap System is intended to provide fixation of bone fragments or for bone reconstruction, while providing protection to neighboring tissues.

## Device Story

OrthoTec K-Cap System consists of K-wire, protective cap (K-Cap), and applicator/handle. Device used for bone fragment fixation or bone reconstruction. K-wire provides structural fixation; protective cap covers wire tip to prevent injury to neighboring tissues. System operated by physicians in clinical settings. Applicator facilitates attachment of cap to K-wire. Benefits include stabilization of bone fragments and reduction of soft tissue trauma caused by exposed wire ends.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; bench testing only.

## Technological Characteristics

System includes metallic bone fixation pins (K-wires) and a protective cap. Design utilizes standard K-wire/Steinman pin geometry with an added mechanical cap for tissue protection. Materials are consistent with predicate metallic bone fixation devices. Manual application via handle/applicator.

## Regulatory 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.

## Predicate Devices

- Kirchner Wire and Steinman Pins ([K831005](/device/K831005.md))
- Ethicon Fixation Pins ([K833952](/device/K833952.md))

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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JUN 2 4 1997

Premarket Notification OrthoTec, Inc.

## (971453

510(K) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

| Submitter Name and Address: | OrthoTec, Inc.<br>1053 Koloa Street<br>Honolulu, HI 96816-510- |
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Contact Person:

(808) 737-3224

April 9, 1997

(K831005)

cap to the K-wire.

Dr. Patrick Bertranou

OrthoTec K-Cap System

K-wire with Protective Tip

fastener (21CFR 888.3040)

Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation

Kirchner Wire and Steinman Pins

Ethicon Fixation Pins (K833952)

The device is intended to provide fixation of bone fragments or for bone reconstruction, and the cap provides protection to neighboring tissues.

The K-Cap system is substantially equivalent to Kirchner Wire and

Steinman Pins and to Ethicon Fixation

The OrthoTec K-Cap System includes a K-wire, a protective cap (K-Cap), and applicator/handle for attachment of the

Date Summary Prepared:

Trade/Proprietary Name of Device:

Common or Usual Name of Device:

Classification Name of Device:

Predicate Devices Under Which Substantial Equivalence is Being Claimed

Device Description:

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Intended Use of the Device:

Comparison with Predicate Device:

Pins with respect to the design,
materials, and intended use.

Signature:

Patrick Bertranou, M.D. President OrthoTec, Inc.

CONFIDENTIAL

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

JUN 2 4 1997

Patrick Bertranou, M.D. ·President OrthoTec, Inc. 143 ½ South Swall Drive Los Angeles, California ਰੇ 000 69

Re : K971453 OrthoTec K-Cap System Regulatory Class: II Product Code: HTY Dated: April 15, 1997 Received: April 21, 1997

Dear Dr. Bertranou:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. 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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Good Manufacturing Practice for Medical Devices: General (GMP) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

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## Page 2 - Patrick Bertranou, M.D.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4659. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to Other qeneral information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Mare Afclincaler, MS, PT

Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known):__K971453

Device Name:_ OrthoTec K-Cap System

Indications For Use:

The OrthoTec K-Cap System is intended to provide fixation of bone fragments or for bone reconstruction, while providing protection to neighboring tissues.

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