Catalyst OrthoScience’s Shoulder Arthroplasty Software Gets FDA’s 510(k) Clearance

The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to Catalyst OrthoScience’s Archer 3D Targeting planning software for shoulder arthroplasty procedures.

The pre-operative software, which was licensed from the Belgian medical technology company 3D-Side, identifies the best fit for initial placement of the shoulder implants, which surgeons can then further refine, the Naples, Fla.-based company said.

Catalyst OrthoScience said it is launching a limited release of the planning software to test it in clinical settings.