K Number
K024021
Device Name
NITREX NITINOL GUIDEWIRE
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2003-01-24

(50 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
870.1330
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The 0.035" and 0.025" Guidewire is indicated for use in the peripheral vasculature. The 0.014", 0.016", and 0.018" guidewires are indicated for use in the peripheral and coronary vasculature.
Device Description
The guidewire is constructed of nitinol (nickel-titanium alloy). The nitinol core extends from the distal tip of the guidewire to the proximal shaft end. The distal tip is a helically coiled coil gold plated tungsten wire. The guidewire is coated with a coating(s)to help facilitate smooth passage.
More Information

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No
The description focuses on the material and physical properties of a guidewire, with no mention of software, algorithms, or data processing that would indicate AI/ML.

No
The device is a guidewire, used to facilitate the passage of other devices, not to treat a medical condition directly. Its indicated uses are for navigation within vasculature.

No

The provided text describes a guidewire, which is an interventional device used to help navigate catheters in blood vessels. Its indications for use and performance studies focus on its physical properties and intended delivery function, not on diagnosing medical conditions.

No

The device description clearly states it is a guidewire constructed of physical materials (nitinol, tungsten) and includes performance studies related to physical properties (tensile strength, torque strength, coating performance). This indicates it is a hardware device, not software-only.

No, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are medical devices used to examine specimens taken from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • Device Description and Intended Use: The provided information clearly describes a guidewire used within the body (in the peripheral and coronary vasculature) to facilitate the passage of other devices. It is an invasive device used for interventional procedures, not for analyzing samples outside the body.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention any analysis of biological samples, reagents, or laboratory procedures, which are hallmarks of IVD devices.

Therefore, based on the provided information, this guidewire is a medical device used in vivo (within the living body), not an in vitro diagnostic device.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The 0.035" and 0.025" Guidewire is indicated for use in the peripheral vasculature. The 0.014", 0.016", and 0.018" guidewires are indicated for use in the peripheral and coronary vasculature.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

DQX

Device Description

The guidewire is constructed of nitinol (nickel-titanium alloy). The nitinol core extends from the distal tip of the guidewire to the proximal shaft end. The distal tip is a helically coiled coil gold plated tungsten wire. The guidewire is coated with a coating(s)to help facilitate smooth passage.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

peripheral vasculature, coronary vasculature

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

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Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

Biocompatibility of the guidewire was verified in accordance with ISO 10993-1, Biological Evaluation of the Medical Devices. In-vitro performance testing of the guidewire included dimensional inspection, tensile strength tests, torque strength tests, coating performance test, and performance under simulated conditions. All testing of the product yielded acceptable results.

Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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Predicate Device(s): If the device was cleared using the 510(k) pathway, identify the Predicate Device(s) K/DEN number used to claim substantial equivalence and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text. List the primary predicate first in the list.

K910280, K893626, K943390

Reference Device(s): Identify the Reference Device(s) K/DEN number and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text.

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information for the subject device only (e.g. presence / absence, what scope was granted / cleared under the PCCP, any restrictions, etc).

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§ 870.1330 Catheter guide wire.

(a)
Identification. A catheter guide wire is a coiled wire that is designed to fit inside a percutaneous catheter for the purpose of directing the catheter through a blood vessel.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device, when it is a torque device that is manually operated, non-patient contacting, and intended to manipulate non-cerebral vascular guide wires, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 870.9.

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510(k) Summary

JAN 2 4 2003

The 510(k) Summary is submitted in accordance with 21 CFR Part 807, Section 807.92
Submitterev3
4600 NATHAN LANE NORTH
PLYMOUTH, MN 55442
TRADE NAMENitrex™ Nitinol Guidewire
GENERIC CLASSGuide wire
CLASSIFICATIONClass II (21 CFR 870.1330, 74 DQX)
SUBMITTED BYev3 Inc
4600 Nathan Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55442
CONTACTPhil Neururer
Regulatory Affairs
763-398-7094
PREDICATEUltra-Select guidewire (K910280)
FlexFinder guidewire (K893626, K943390)
DEVICE
DESCRIPTIONThe guidewire is constructed of nitinol (nickel-titanium
alloy). The nitinol core extends from the distal tip of the
guidewire to the proximal shaft end. The distal tip is a
helically coiled coil gold plated tungsten wire. The
guidewire is coated with a coating(s)to help facilitate smooth
passage.
INDICATION FOR
USEThe 0.035" and 0.025" Guidewire is indicated for use in the
peripheral vasculature. The 0.014", 0.016", and 0.018"
guidewires are indicated for use in the peripheral and
coronary vasculature.
TESTINGBiocompatibility of the guidewire was verified in accordance
with ISO 10993-1, Biological Evaluation of the Medical
Devices.

In-vitro performance testing of the guidewire included
dimensional inspection, tensile strength tests, torque strength
tests, coating performance test, and performance under
simulated conditions. All testing of the product yielded
acceptable results. |
| SUMMARY OF
SUBSTANTIAL
EQUIVALENCE | The Nitrex™ Nitinol Guidewire is substantially equivalent to
the predicate device in intended use and principles of
operation. |

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

JAN 2 4 2003

EV3 Corporation c/o Mr. Phil Neururer Regulatory Affairs Associate 4600 Nathan Lane North Plymouth, MN 55442

Re: K024021

Trade Name: Nitrex™ Nitinol Guidewire Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1330 Regulation Name: Guide Wire Regulatory Class: Class II (two) Product Code: DQX Dated: January 2, 2003 Received: January 3, 2003

Dear Mr. Neururer:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate 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) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). 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 (PMA), 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 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4646. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely yours,

Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510 (k) Number (if known): __ KO2 4 OZI

Device Name: Nitrex™ Nitinol Guidewire

Indications For Use: The 0.035" and 0.025" Guidewire is indicated for use in the peripheral vasculature. The 0.014", 0.016", and 0.018" guidewires are indicated for use in the peripheral and coronary vasculature.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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Division of Cardiovascular Devices
510(k) NumberK024021

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