Cleared Special

CHENA-C Spacer System (K213115) - FDA 510(k) Clearance

Class II Orthopedic device cleared through the Special 510(k) pathway - typically does not require clinical trials.

K213115 · Kahtnu Surgical, Inc. · Orthopedic device
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K213115 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the CHENA-C Spacer System. Classified as Intervertebral Fusion Device With Bone Graft, Cervical (product code ODP), Class II - Special Controls.

Submitted by Kahtnu Surgical, Inc. (Soldotna, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on December 6, 2021 after a review of 70 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.

This device falls under the Orthopedic FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 888.3080 - the FDA orthopedic device regulatory framework. As a Special 510(k), this submission covers a manufacturer modification to an existing cleared device rather than a new device introduction.

Device pattern: Iterative device modification. Low regulatory complexity profile. This Special 510(k) clearance confirms that the manufacturer's modifications remained within the established regulatory envelope of the original cleared device.

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Submission Details

510(k) Number K213115 FDA.gov
FDA Decision Cleared Substantially Equivalent - Traditional 510(k) (SESE)
Date Received September 27, 2021
Decision Date December 06, 2021
Days to Decision 70 days
Submission Type Special
Review Panel Orthopedic (OR)
Summary Summary PDF
Third-party Review No - reviewed directly by FDA
Combination Product No
PCCP Authorized No
Regulatory Context
Review time vs. panel average
52d faster than avg
Panel avg: 122d · This submission: 70d
Pathway characteristics
Modification to existing cleared device.

Device Classification

Product Code ODP Intervertebral Fusion Device With Bone Graft, Cervical
Device Class Class 2 - Special Controls
CFR Regulation 21 CFR 888.3080
Definition Intended To Stabilize Cervical Spinal Segment To Promote Fusion In Order To Restrict Motion And Decrease Pain Using Bone Graft.
What this classification means

Class II devices require demonstration of substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device. This pathway does not require clinical trials - it relies on engineering equivalence and performance data. Most Orthopedic devices follow this clearance model.

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