K Number
K031864
Device Name
NITREX NITINOL GUIDEWIRE
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2003-06-24

(8 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

Not Found

No
The description focuses on the material and construction of a physical guidewire and does not mention any software, algorithms, or data processing that would indicate AI/ML.

No.

The guidewire is indicated for use in peripheral and coronary vasculature to facilitate smooth passage, suggesting it acts as a pathway or support for other devices rather than directly treating a condition.

No
The device is a guidewire, which is an interventional tool used to navigate vasculature, not to diagnose conditions. Its intended use and description focus on aiding passage through vessels.

No

The device description explicitly states it is a guidewire constructed of physical materials (nitinol, tungsten wire) and includes a coating. This indicates it is a physical medical device, not software-only.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is for guiding other devices within the peripheral and coronary vasculature. This is an in vivo application (within a living organism), not an in vitro application (testing samples outside the body).
  • Device Description: The description details a physical guidewire designed for insertion into blood vessels. This aligns with an in vivo medical device, not an IVD which typically involves reagents, calibrators, or instruments for analyzing biological samples.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing biological samples, detecting analytes, or providing diagnostic information based on laboratory testing.

Therefore, this device is a medical device used for interventional procedures within the body, not an IVD.

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

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

Dimensional inspection of the guidewire has been conducted. All testing of the product yielded acceptable results. A review of the verification/validation testing performed on the original device determined that the modification would not affect the original results.

Key Metrics

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Predicate Device(s)

K910280, K893626, K943390, K024021

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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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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FX 763.398.7200

4600 Nathan Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55442-2920

10(k) Summary

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)
SUBMITTED BYev3 Inc
4600 Nathan Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55442
CONTACTCarolyn Anderson
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
763-398-7487
PREDICATEUltra-Select guidewire (K910280)
FlexFinder guidewire (K893626, K943390)
Nitrex Nitinol Guidewire (K024021)
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.
TESTINGDimensional inspection of the guidewire has been conducted. All
testing of the product yielded acceptable results. A review of the
verification/validation testing performed on the original device
determined that the modification would not affect the original
results.
SUMMARY OF
SUBSTANTIAL
EQUIVALENCEThe Nitrex™ Nitinol Guidewire is substantially equivalent to the
predicate device in intended use, materials, labeling and principles
of operation

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

JUN 2 4 2003

EV3 Corporation c/o Ms. Carolyn Anderson Regulatory Affairs Specialist 4600 Nathan Lane Plymouth, MN 55442

Re: K031864 Nitrex™ Nitinol Guidewire Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1330 Regulation Name: Wire, Guide, Catheter Regulatory Class: Class II (two) Product Code: DQX Dated: June 13, 2003 Received: June 16, 2003

Dear Ms. Anderson:

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 (OS) 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) 594-4648. 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 vours.

C. Mefcal mayn

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

Enclosure

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INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT

510 (k) Number (if known): K031864

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)

Mella Mynl for B. Zuckerman

510(k) Number K031864

Prescription Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

OR

Over-the-Counter_