K Number
K030567
Device Name
MODIFICATION TO VASCULAR ARCHITECTS ASPIRE COVERED STENT AND CONTRILLED EXPANSION DELIVERY SYSTEM
Date Cleared
2003-03-24

(28 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.3720
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and Controlled Expansion® Delivery System are indicated for use in the treatment of tracheobronhial strictures produced by malignant neoplasms.
Device Description
The Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent is a spiral stent made from Nickel Titanium and fully covered with ePTFE sleeve. The ePTFE is sealed at the proximal and distal ends completely encapsulating the Nickel Titanium. The Controlled Expansion® Delivery Catheter is designed to allow the user to expand the stent within the stricture and confirm positioning prior to release.
More Information

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No
The summary describes a mechanical stent and delivery system with no mention of software, algorithms, or any terms related to AI/ML.

Yes
The device is indicated for use in the treatment of tracheobronchial strictures produced by malignant neoplasms, which is a therapeutic application.

No
The device, a covered stent and delivery system, is indicated for the treatment of tracheobronchial strictures, which is a therapeutic rather than a diagnostic purpose.

No

The device description clearly details a physical stent made of Nickel Titanium and ePTFE, along with a delivery catheter. This indicates a hardware-based medical device, not a software-only one.

Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is the "treatment of tracheobronhial strictures produced by malignant neoplasms." This describes a therapeutic intervention performed directly on the patient's body.
  • Device Description: The device is a "spiral stent made from Nickel Titanium and fully covered with ePTFE sleeve" and a "Delivery Catheter." This is a physical implant and a tool for its placement within the body.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: IVD devices are used to examine specimens derived from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening. The provided description does not mention any such use or interaction with bodily specimens for diagnostic purposes.

Therefore, the Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and Controlled Expansion® Delivery System is a therapeutic medical device, not an in vitro diagnostic device.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and Controlled Expansion® Delivery System are indicated for use in the treatment of tracheobronhial strictures produced by malignant neoplasms.

Product codes

JCT

Device Description

The Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent is a spiral stent made from Nickel Titanium and fully covered with ePTFE sleeve. The ePTFE is sealed at the proximal and distal ends completely encapsulating the Nickel Titanium. The Controlled Expansion® Delivery Catheter is designed to allow the user to expand the stent within the stricture and confirm positioning prior to release.

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

tracheobronhial strictures

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

Prescription Use

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

Simulated use and performance testing was conducted on the Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and Controlled Expansion® Delivery System. Results of the bench testing performed demonstrate the mechanical integrity and device performance of the subject device is substantially equivalent to that of the predicate device.

Key Metrics

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Predicate Device(s)

K012544

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 878.3720 Tracheal prosthesis.

(a)
Identification. The tracheal prosthesis is a rigid, flexible, or expandable tubular device made of a silicone, metal, or polymeric material that is intended to be implanted to restore the structure and/or function of the trachea or trachealbronchial tree. It may be unbranched or contain one or two branches. The metal tracheal prosthesis may be uncovered or covered with a polymeric material. This device may also include a device delivery system.(b)
Classification. Class II. The special control for this device is FDA's “Guidance for the Content of Premarket Notification Submissions for Esophageal and Tracheal Prostheses.”

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NOV - 3 2006

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

The Wallace Enterprises, Inc. DBA Vascular Architects % Mr. Kevin F. MacDonald Regulatory Consultant 229 Marvilla Circle Pacifica. California 94044

Re: K030567

Trade/Device Name: Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and Controlled Expansion" Delivery System

Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.3720 Regulation Name: Tracheal prosthesis Regulatory Class: II Product Code: JCT Dated: February 21, 2003 Received: February 24, 2003

Dear Mr. MacDonald:

This letter corrects our substantially equivalent letter of March 24, 2003.

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 (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 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.

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

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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 continue 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 (240) 276-0115. 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 (240) 276-3150 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely yours.

Herbert Lewin md

Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

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Indications for Use

K030567

510(k) Number (if known):

Device Name:

Indications for Use:

Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and Controlled Expansion® Delivery System

The Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and Controlled Expansion® Delivery System are indicated for use in the treatment of tracheobronhial strictures produced by malignant neoplasms.

Prescription Use X

OR

Over-The-Counter Use

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

luation (ODE)

(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

and Neurological Devices

510(k) Number K030567

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510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness

This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.

The assigned 510(k) number is K030567.

General Information

Date Amended:July 28, 2006
ClassificationClass II, Tracheal Prosthesis per 21 CFR § 878.3720
Product CodeJCT
Common Name:Tracheal Stent
Trade NameVascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and
Controlled Expansion® Delivery System
SubmitterWallace Enterprises, Inc. DBA Vascular Architects
1650 Elm Hill Pike
Nashville, TN 37210
ContactKevin F. MacDonald
Regulatory Consultant
Tel 415 609 9875

Intended Use

The Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and Controlled Expansion® Delivery System are indicated for use in the treatment of tracheobronhial strictures produced by malignant neoplasms.

Predicate Devices

K012544 - Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and Controlled Expansion® Delivery Catheter

Performance Standards

Performance Standards have not yet been established by the FDA under section 514 of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.

Device Description

The Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent is a spiral stent made from Nickel Titanium and fully covered with ePTFE sleeve. The ePTFE is sealed at the proximal and distal ends completely encapsulating the Nickel Titanium. The Controlled Expansion®

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Delivery Catheter is designed to allow the user to expand the stent within the stricture and confirm positioning prior to release.

Comparison To Predicate Device

The 15 cm Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent shares the same intended use as the predicate device and is identical to the predicate device in materials and mode of action. production and is neem the subject device and the predicate device is in the length of the stent.

Testing Summary

Simulated use and performance testing was conducted on the Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent and Controlled Expansion® Delivery System. Results of the bench testing performed demonstrate the mechanical integrity and device performance of the subject device is substantially equivalent to that of the predicate device.

Statement of Substantial Equivalence

The 15cm Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed 2.5cm, 5.0cm and 10cm Vascular Architects aSpire® Covered Stent sizes.