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The DePuy PULSE Thoracolumbar Screw System is intended to provide immobilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine.

The DePuy PULSE Thoracolumbar Screw System metallic components are intended for noncervical pedicle fixation and nonpedicle fixation for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies); spondylolisthesis; trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation); spinal stenosis; curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, and/or lordosis); tumor, pseudoarthrosis; and failed previous fusion in skeletally mature patients.

The ISOLA, VSP, MOSS MIAMI, TiMX, CrossOver Cross Connectors, E-Z Link Cross Connectors, and MONARCH Spine Systems are pedicle screw systems intended to provide immobilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine: degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurological impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis).

The ISOLA, VSP, MOSS MIAMI, TiMX, CrossOver Cross Connectors, E-Z Link Cross Connectors, and MONARCH Spine Systems are also indicated for pedicle screw fixation for the treatment of severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebra in skeletally mature patients receiving fusion by autogenous bone graft having implants attached to the lumbar and sacral spine (L3 to sacrum) with removal of the implants after the attainment of a solid fusion.

The ISOLA, MOSS MIAMI, TiMX, CrossOver Cross Connectors, E-Z Link Cross Connectors, and MONARCH Spine Systems are also a hook and sacral/iliac screw fixation system of the indicated for degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, trauma (fracture and/or dislocation), spinal stenosis, deformities (scoliosis, lordosis and/or kyphosis), tumor, and previous failed fusion (pseudarthrosis).

The ISOLA, VSP, CrossOver Cross Connectors, E-Z Link Cross Connectors, and MONARCH Spine Systems when used with pedicle screws are indicated for degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies). Levels of fixation are for the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine.

The ISOLA and MOSS MIAMI Spine Systems when used as anterior thoracic/lumbar screw fixation systems, are indicated for degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, trauma (fracture and/or dislocation), spinal stenosis, deformities (scoliosis, lordosis and/or kyphosis), tumor, and previous failed fusion (pseudarthrosis).

The MONARCH Spine System Dual Rod Connectors can be used to connect MONARCH Spine System Rods to rods of other DePuy Spine 4.75mm, 5.5mm, and 6.35mm diameter rod systems.

The EXPEDIUM SFX Cross Connector System is designed to transversely connect two rods used in posterior spinal instrumentation constructs. The EXPEDIUM SFX Cross Connector System devices are intended for use with components of the commercially available EXPEDIUM, VIPER, VSP, ISOLA, MONARCH, MOSS MIAMI, and TiMX Spine Systems. Please refer to the labeling of the aforementioned spinal systems indications for use.

The EXPEDIUM Spine System, EXPEDIUM VERSE Spine System, VIPER 2 System, VIPER SAI, and VIPER PRIME is intended to provide immobilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of acute and chronic instabilities of the thoracic. Iumbar and sacral spine.

The EXPEDIUM Spine System, EXPEDIUM VERSE Spine System, VIPER 2 System, VIPER SAI, and VIPER PRIME is intended for noncervical pedicle fixation for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies); spondylolisthesis; trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation); spinal stenosis; curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis); tumor, pseudoarthrosis; and failed previous fusion in skeletally mature patients.

When used in a posterior percutaneous approach with MIS instrumentation, the EXPEDIUM Spine System, EXPEDIUM VERSE Spine System, VIPER System, VIPER 2 System, VIPER PRIME is intended for noncervical pedicle fixation and nonpedicle fixation for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies); trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation); spinal stenosis; curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, and/or lordosis); tumor, pseudoarthrosis; and failed previous fusion in skeletally mature patients.

When used for posterior non-cervical pedicle screw fixation in pediatric patients, the EXPEDIUM Spine System, EXPEDIUM VERSE Spine System, VIPER 2 System metallic implants are indicated as an adjunct to fusion to treat adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. The EXPEDIUM Spine System, EXPEDIUM VERSE Spine System, VIPER System, VIPER 2 System, and VIPER PRIME are intended to be used with autograft and/or allograft. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach.

The EXPEDIUM Growing System is indicated for patients with potential for additional spinal growth under 10 years of age who require surgical treatment to obtain and maintain correction of severe, progressive, life-threatening, early-onset spinal deformities associated with thoracic insufficiency, including early-onset scoliosis. The EXPEDIUM Growing System may be used with any cleared traditional 4.5 and 5.5 EXPEDIUM Spine Systems. The EXPEDIUM Growing Spine System is not intended to be used with 4.0mm diameter screws.

When used in conjunction with CONFIDENCE High Viscosity Spinal Cement, the VIPER and EXPEDIUM Fenestrated Screw Systems are intended to restore the integrity of the spinal column even in the absence of fusion for a limited time period in patients with advanced stage tumors involving the thoracic and lumbar spine in whom life expectancy is of insufficient duration to permit achievement of fusion. The VIPER and EXPEDIUM Fenestrated Screw Systems augmented with the CONFIDENCE High Viscosity Spinal Cement are for use at spinal levels where the structural integrity of the spine is not severely compromised.

The Cross over and E-Z Link Cross Connectors are designed to transversely connect two rods used in spinal instrumentation constructs. The connector minimizes torsional forces on the construct, thus reducing the micromotion and the probability of the construct shifting after placement. The CrossOver and E-Z Link Cross Connectors are indicated as part of the ISOLA Spinal System.

The DePuy PULSE Thoracolumbar Screw System consists of a variety of rods, pedicle screws, connectors, setscrews and other connection components used to build a spinal construct. The DePuy PULSE Thoracolumbar Screw System is offered in titanium material in sizes ranging from 4.35mm to 12.0mm in shank diameter and 20mm to 130mm in length. Screw shanks with 7.0mm and smaller are assembled from the top of the outer head, while screws with 7.5mm and larger are assembled from the bottom using a flex ball. The implant components can be rigidly locked into a variety of configurations, with each construct being made for the individual case.

The EXPEDIUM, VIPER and VIPER PRIME screws with fenestrations are designed with a cortical fix screw shank that is fully cannulated with lateral fenestrations at the distal end and may be used in conjunction with, or without the CONFIDENCE High Viscosity Spinal Cement. The cannulation and fenestrations allow for the injection of bone cement through the screws into the vertebral body in patients with severe osteoporosis or pathological fractures due to osteoporosis and tumor in the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine.

The EXPEDIUM SFX Cross Connector System is designed to transversely connect two rods used in constructs comprising spinal instrumentation components. It features an advanced top-loading design and unique snap-fit feature that simplify initial placement and tightening procedures which helps avoid impingement of surrounding anatomy. The EXPEDIUM SFX Cross Connector system incorporates a broad range of implant options in both and adjustable configurations for an optimal balance between dural clearance and implant profile.

The EXPEDIUM VERSE Spine System is designed to provide intraoperative polyaxial to monoaxial conversion. It facilitates easier rod capture and provides a powerful and precise reduction mechanism. EXPEDIUM VERSE is a reduced profile thoracolumbar implant for use for with wide range of patient statures. EXPEDIUM VERSE is a selfcontained, efficient, and intuitive instrument system that is compatible with EXPEDIUM 5.5 rods, hooks and mono screws to enhance versatility.

The ISOLA Spine System is a pedicle screw system intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine. The ISOLA Spine System consists of connectors, open and closed iliac screws, iliac bolts, and angled closed iliac screws. These components have been designed to allow for rigid fixation of the sacral and pelvic regions of the spine.

The MONARCH Spine System is both a rod-based and plate-based system designed to interface with various spinal anatomies. The plate-based system consists of pedicle screws, spine plates, transverse connectors. J-hooks, washers, nuts and set screws. The rod-based system consists of spinal rods, pedicle screws, set screws, various slotted connectors, and transverse connectors.

The TiMX Low Back System is a construct that consists of pedicle and sacral screws, spine plates, nuts, washers, and transverse connectors. The TiMX Low Back System is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of chronic instabilities and deformities of the thoracic, lumber, and sacral spine.

The MOSS MIAMI Spine System is a closure mechanism which secures the rod to the screw in one single, simple step. The unique square threads balance the forces vertically, creating a secure assembly. It consists of anatomic hooks, monoaxial screws, polyaxial screws and a dual closure mechanism.

The VIPER PRIME System is novel technique for percutaneous pedicle screw placement and posterior stabilization. This innovative technique eliminates the need for guidewires, Jamshidi needles and pedicle preparation instruments; utilizing a stylet that is fully controlled by the screwdriver. The VIPER PRIME System enables surgeons to target pedicles and insert the screw, without the need for instrument exchanges or reconfirmation of their trajectory.

The VIPER Sacral-Alar-Iliac Screw is an implant designed for sacropelvic fixation. The VIPER SAI Screw is optimized for Sacral-Alar-Iliac placement vis-à-vis a favored angle polyaxial head, smooth shank and robust drive feature. The in-line nature of this anchor allows not only stabilization but also correction of pelvic sagittal or coronal deformities.

The EXPEDIUM Spine System, VIPER System, and VIPER 2 System are metallic implants intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments. They can be used for skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral spine; or for posterior non-cervical pedicle screw fixation in pediatric patients as an adjunct to fusion to treat adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. The EXPEDIUM and VIPER/VIPER2 systems are intended to be used with autograft and/or allograft. Pediatric pedicle screw fixation is limited to a posterior approach.

The EXPEDIUM Spine System consist of longitudinal rods, monoaxial screws, polyaxial screws, uni-planar screws, reduction screws, cable/wire screws, bolts, slotted connectors, wires, hooks, reduction hooks, transverse connectors, SFX Cross Connector System, dual rod connectors, sacral extenders, lateral connectors, and washers. The VIPER and VIPER 2 Systems consist of cannulated polyaxial screws, monoaxial screws, uni-planar screws, reduction screws, and rods used in a percutaneous approach.

The VSP Spine System is indicated for degenerative spondylolisthesis, in skeletally mature patients, with objective evidence of neurologic impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion. Levels of fixation are for the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine. The VSP Spine System is also indicated for pedicle screw fixation for severe spondylolisthesis (Grades 3 and 4) at L5-S1, in skeletally mature patients, when autogenous bone graft is used, when affixed to the posterior lumbosacral spine, and intended to be removed after solid fusion us attained. Levels of fixation are from L3-S1.

This is a 510(k) premarket notification for a medical device, which seeks to demonstrate substantial equivalence to previously cleared devices. Therefore, the information provided focuses on comparative data rather than a standalone clinical study with acceptance criteria in the same manner as a de novo or PMA submission might require.

However, based on the provided text, we can infer some "acceptance criteria" related to magnetic resonance compatibility and how the study "proves" the device meets them.

1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

Explanation: The "acceptance criteria" here are indirectly established by the selection of specific ASTM standards for magnetic resonance compatibility. The study "proves" the device meets these criteria by performing tests according to these standards and reporting that the "results demonstrated compatibility conditions." While the exact quantitative thresholds are not provided in this summary, the FDA's clearance implies that the performance met the requirements set by these recognized standards for MR safety.

2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance

• Sample Size for Test Set: Not specified. The document states that "non-clinical testing was conducted in alignment with the following standards." This usually means a set of representative devices or components are tested, but the specific number is not provided in this summary.
• Data Provenance: The nature of the tests (magnetic resonance compatibility) indicates laboratory testing of the devices themselves, rather than human subject data. Therefore, "country of origin of the data" and "retrospective or prospective" do not directly apply in the traditional sense of clinical studies. The tests were performed to demonstrate that the device materials and design are safe within an MR environment.

3. Number of Experts Used to Establish Ground Truth for the Test Set and Their Qualifications

This submission is for device clearance based on non-clinical (laboratory) testing for MR compatibility. Therefore, there were no experts used to establish ground truth for a test set in the clinical sense. The "ground truth" is governed by the objective measurements defined by the ASTM standards for MR compatibility.

4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set

Not applicable. As this is non-clinical laboratory testing, there is no adjudication method involving human interpretation or consensus. The data points are quantitative measurements against predefined ASTM standard limits.

5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study was done

No. An MRMC comparative effectiveness study was not done. This type of study is relevant for assessing the impact of AI on diagnostic performance with human readers, which is not the purpose of this submission. This submission is for the clearance of physical medical devices (spinal systems) and their magnetic resonance compatibility labeling.

6. If a Standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done

No. A standalone algorithm-only performance study was not done. This submission concerns physical medical devices and their MR compatibility, not an algorithm.

7. The Type of Ground Truth Used

The "ground truth" for the non-clinical tests was defined by the specifications and limits within the cited ASTM standards (ASTM F2213, ASTM F2052, ASTM F2119, ASTM F2182) for magnetic resonance compatibility. These standards outline methodologies and acceptable thresholds for torque, displacement force, image artifacts, and heating.

8. The Sample Size for the Training Set

Not applicable. There is no "training set" in the context of this 510(k) submission, as it relates to physical device testing for MR compatibility, not machine learning or AI algorithm development.

9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set was Established

Not applicable. As there is no training set, there is no ground truth to establish for it.

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When used as a pedicle screw fixation system, Aesculap's Spine System® Evolution is intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in skeletally mature patients as an adjunct to fusion in the treatment of the following acute and chronic instabilities or deformities of the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine: degenerative spondylolisthesis with objective evidence of neurological impairment, fracture, dislocation, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumor, and failed previous fusion (pseudarthrosis).

It is also intended for the treatment of severe spondylolisthesis (grades 3 and 4) of the L5-S1 vertebra in skelatally mature patients receiving fusion by autogenous bone graft having implants attached to the lumbar and sacral spine with removal of the implants after the attainment of a solid fusion. Levels of pedicle screw fixation for this indication are from L3-S1.

When used as a non-pedicle screw system, Aesculap's Spine System® Evolution is indicated for use in patients with degenerative disc disease (defined as back pain of discongenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), kyphosis, spondylolisthesis, neurological scoliosis, spine tumors and fractures. It is intended for posterior fixation from levels T1 through S1.

Spine System® Evolution is a multiple component system comprised of a variety of single use devices that allow the surgeon to build a spinal implant construct in order to stabilize the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae and promote spinal fusion. The additional components presented in this submission are pedicle, laminar, thoracic and counter hooks. The spinal implants are manufactured from titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V) in accordance to ISO 5832/III. The specialized instrumentation used to implant and explant the Spine System® Evolution implants are made from surgical grade stainless steel in accordance to ISO 7153/1.

The provided document is a 510(k) summary for the Aesculap Spine System® Evolution Additional Components, submitted in 1998. It primarily focuses on demonstrating substantial equivalence to pre-existing spinal fixation systems rather than proving device performance against specific acceptance criteria through a clinical study or even extensive standalone performance testing as would be expected for an AI/ML device.

Therefore, many of the requested elements for an AI/ML device's acceptance criteria and study proving performance are not applicable or not present in this type of regulatory submission for a medical device from that era.

Here's an attempt to answer based on the provided document, highlighting what is (and isn't) present:

Acceptance Criteria and Study to Prove Device Performance (Aesculap Spine System® Evolution Additional Components)

This submission demonstrates substantial equivalence of the Aesculap Spine System® Evolution Additional Components to previously marketed spinal implant systems. The "performance data" presented is primarily mechanical testing, typical for hardware medical devices, rather than a study proving performance against acceptance criteria as might be expected for an AI/ML device.

1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

Note: For a traditional hardware device like this, "acceptance criteria" are often met by demonstrating adherence to recognized standards (like ISO for materials, or ASTM for mechanical testing) and by showing substantial equivalence to devices already legally on the market that have demonstrated safe and effective performance. Specific quantitative performance metrics for clinical outcomes against predefined thresholds are not typically part of a 510(k) summary for such devices.

2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance

• Sample Size for Test Set: Not applicable in the context of an AI/ML device's test set. For mechanical testing, the "sample size" would refer to the number of components or constructs tested in a lab setting. This information (specific number of samples tested for ASTM F 1717-96) is not provided in the summary.
• Data Provenance: Not applicable in the context of clinical data provenance for an AI/ML device. The "performance data" refers to in vitro mechanical testing.

3. Number of Experts Used to Establish Ground Truth for the Test Set and Qualifications of Those Experts

Not applicable. This device is a physical spinal implant system, not a diagnostic AI/ML device requiring expert-established ground truth for a test set.

4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set

Not applicable. No expert adjudication process is described for this type of mechanical device.

5. Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study

No. An MRMC study is relevant for AI/ML diagnostic tools that impact human reader performance. This is a spinal implant, so such a study was not performed or described.

6. Standalone (Algorithm Only Without Human-in-the-Loop Performance) Study

Not applicable. This device is a physical implant, not an algorithm. The "standalone performance" is related to its mechanical integrity, which was assessed via in vitro ASTM F 1717-96 testing. The results of this testing are not detailed in the summary, simply that it was performed.

7. Type of Ground Truth Used

Not applicable in the context of typical AI/ML ground truth.
For this device, "ground truth" would be established by:

• Adherence to material standards (ISO 5832/III).
• Results of mechanical testing (ASTM F 1717-96) demonstrating structural integrity and fatigue life, often compared against specified limits or predicate device performance.
• The established safety and effectiveness track record of the predicate devices to which it claims substantial equivalence.

8. Sample Size for the Training Set

Not applicable. This is a physical device, not an AI/ML algorithm requiring a training set.

9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established

Not applicable. As above, no training set for an AI/ML algorithm.

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