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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Important Information – Please Read Prior to Use
Orthofix Inc.
3451 Plano Parkway
Lewisville, Texas 75056-9453 U.S.A.
1-214-937-3199
1-888-298-5700
www.orthofix.com
Medical Device Safety Service
(MDSS)
Schiffgraben 41
30175 Hannover
Germany
+49 511 6262 8630
www.mdss.com
Device System Name:
SambaScrew
®
SI Fixation System
Description:
The SambaScrew SI Fixation System is a temporary, multiple component system consisting of
non-sterile instruments and non-sterile, medical-grade titanium (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) implants. The
system consists of a 9mm diameter, cannulated screw with multiple orifices on its shaft. The
Steinmann Pins, Variable Drill Bit, and Packing Tube are single use devices and should be
discarded after use.
Indications for Use:
The SambaScrew SI Fixation System is intended for fixation of sacroiliac joint disruptions. This
fixation device is to only be used in skeletally mature patients.
Contraindications:
The SambaScrew SI Fixation System is contraindicated for use in patients with:
1. Open wounds, infection, presence of tumor, pregnancy, osteoporosis, certain metabolic
disorders affecting osteogenesis, certain inflammatory/neuromuscular conditions, and
certain neuromuscular deficits which would place an unusually heavy load on the device
during the healing period.
2. The implant is made from Ti-6Al-4V ELI (medical-grade titanium alloy). The fixation
implant is contraindicated in any individual with a known or suspected allergy, sensitivity
or intolerance to metal.
Potential Adverse Events:
Potential adverse events include, but are not limited to:
1. Allergic reaction or metal sensitivity to foreign body.
2. Cardiovascular system compromise.
3. Death.
4. Decrease in bone density due to stress shielding.
5. Device bending, disassembly, fracture, loosening, migration and/or retropulsion, or subsid-
ence.
6. Dural tears, neural structure injury.
7. Fixation implant migration with or without bone fracture.
8. Fracture of pelvis or sacrum.
9. Gastrointestinal complications (i.e., ileus or bowel perforation).
10. Hemorrhage.
11. Incisional complications (i.e., dehiscence, hematoma).
12. Infection (Incisional or implant site).
13. Loss of spinal mobility or function.
14. Loosening or fracture of fixation implant.
15. Malfunction of fixation device and/or instruments.
16. Malposition of the fixation device.
17. Migration of fixation implant.
18. Neurological injury/deficit which may range from paresthesias to muscle paralysis, loss of
rectal or bladder sphincter control, radiculopathies.
19. Organ, connective tissue or nerve damage.
20. Osteoarthritis.
21. Pain, discomfort or abnormal sensation due to device presence.
22. Persistent low back pain.
23. Reproductive system compromise.
24. Screw back-out or breakage possibly leading to local pain, perforation or irritation of
adjacent structures.
25. Sepsis.
26. Urological compromise (i.e., infection/retention).
27. Vascular injury.
28. Wound hematoma.
Note:
Additional surgery may be necessary to correct some of these anticipated adverse events.
Warnings and Precautions:
1. The SambaScrew device should only be used by surgeons who have been trained in the
use of this device. Information on laboratory and clinical training, as well as additional
brochures with a detailed description of proper surgical technique, may be obtained from
Orthofix. See the SambaScrew SI Fixation System Surgical Manual for instructions on the
implant procedure.
2. Infection may occur immediately following implant fixation or a long time afterwards due
to transient bacteremia such as caused by dental treatment(s), endoscopic examination or
any other minor surgical procedure. To avoid infection at the implant fixation site, it may
be advisable to use antibiotic prophylaxis before and/or after such procedures.
MRI Compatibility Information:
The SambaScrew SI Fixation System has not been evaluated for safety and compatibility in the
Magnetic Resonance (MR) environment. This system has not been tested for heating or migration
in the MR environment.
Cleaning:
Implants are provided clean but not sterile. Once an implant comes in contact with any human
tissue or bodily fluid, it should not be re-sterilized or used. Please discard all contaminated
implants.
All instruments must be thoroughly cleaned after each use using the manual or automated
cleaning procedure listed below.
From Point of Use:
Whenever possible, do not allow the blood, debris or body fluids to dry on instruments. For best
results and to prolong the life of the surgical instrument, reprocess immediately after use.
Cleaning may be done using validated hospital methods or following the validated cleaning
process described below.
Preparation for Cleaning:
1. Keep used instruments moist and do not allow blood and/or bodily fluids to dry on the
instruments.
2. Remove gross contaminants with a steady stream of lukewarm/cool water (below
110°F/43°C). Rinse each instrument thoroughly. Do not use saline or chlorinated solutions.
3. Disassemble components to expose all surfaces and clean separately. See following sec-
tions for assembly and disassembly instructions.
Instructions for Disassembly:
1. Parallel Guide Set (PN 11-1109-FD7):
There are three parts to the Parallel Guide Set: 1. Locking Nut, 2. Sliding Block, and 3.
Parallel Guide Frame. The Parallel Guide Set requires disassembly prior to cleaning using the
followin steps:
a. Unthread the Nut from the Sliding Block.
b. Remove the Sliding Block from the Parallel Guide Frame.
2. Packing Plunger (11-1109-FD8-1) and Packing Tube (11-1109-FD8-2):
There are two parts: 1. Packing Plunger and 2. Packing Tube (single use only). The Packing
Plunger and Packing Tube require disassembly prior to cleaning using the following steps:
a. Remove the Plunger from the Tube.
b. Discard the Tube, which is single use only. Do not discard the Plunger.
3. Variable Drill Bit (PN 11-1109-FD9-1) and Adjustable Drill Collar (PN 11-1109-FD9-2):
There are two parts: 1. Variable Drill Bit (single use only) and 2. Drill Collar. The Variable
Drill Bit and Adjustable Drill Collar require disassembly prior to cleaning using the follow-
ing steps:
a. Disengage the Drill Collar from the Variable Drill Bit’s shaft.
b. Slide the Drill Collar over the Drill Bit Shank to take it off.
c. Discard the Variable Drill Bit, which is single use only. Do not discard the Adjustable
Drill Collar.
Automated Cleaning:
Instruments should be cleaned using the following automated cleaning process steps:
Note:
Do not use cleaning solutions containing bleach or formalin since they may damage the
instrument.
For ultrasonic cleaning, follow manufacturer’s specification for water level, concentration levels
of cleaning agent and temperature.
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TREATMENT
TIME
(MM:SS)
TEMPERATURE
CLEANING SOLUTION
Enzymatic
Wash
04:00
60°C
Steris
®
Prolystica
®
2X Concentrate Enzyme
Presoak (1/4 oz. per fluid gallon)
Wash
02:00
Warm Tap Water
Steris
®
Prolystica
®
2X Concentrate Neutral
Detergent (1/4 oz. per fluid gallon)
Rinse
02:00
70°C
N/A
Dry
As Needed
20°C – 80°C
N/A