K Number
K051984
Device Name
FILTERWIRE EZ (2.25 MM - 3.5 MM) EMBOLIC PROTECTION SYSTEM, MODELS 20120-190, 20120-300
Date Cleared
2006-04-10

(262 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
870.1250
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The FilterWire EZTM Embolic Protection System is indicated for use as a guide wire and embolic protection system to contain and remove embolic material (thrombus/debris) while performing angioplasty and stenting procedures in coronary saphenous vein bypass grafts. The diameter of the vessel at the site of filter loop placement should be between 2.25 mm and 5.5 mm. - The safety and effectiveness of this device as an embolic protection system has not been established in the cerebral, carotid, or peripheral vasculature. - The safety and effectiveness of the device as an embolic protection system has not been established in treating patients with acute myocardial infarction. - The safety and effectiveness of the device as an embolic protection system has not been established in treating native coronaries.
Device Description
The Boston Scientific FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System is a temporary intra-vascular 0.014" guide wire filtration system that is placed distal to the vessel lesion to be treated by interventional procedures. The system consists of a Protection Wire (190 cm or 300 cm length), an EZ Delivery Sheath, an EZ Retrieval Sheath and accessories. The 190 cm long wire is compatible with the Boston Scientific Add Wire® Extension Wire (K970376 cleared June 6, 1997) for over-the-wire catheter exchanges. The Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Protection Wire is delivered via the EZ Delivery Sheath. Once the Protection Wire is across the lesion, the filter bag is expanded in the artery lumen by removing the EZ Delivery Sheath. After treating the lesion, all interventional devices are removed, and the EZ Retrieval Sheath or EZ Bent Tip Retrieval Sheath is advanced to the proximal end of the filter and the filter loop is retracted into the EZ Retrieval Sheath, trapping any emboli caught during the procedure. The EZ Retrieval Sheath and EZ Protection Wire are then removed from the patient simultaneously.
More Information

No
The device description and performance studies focus on the mechanical function of a guide wire filtration system and do not mention any AI or ML components.

Yes.

The device is designed to contain and remove embolic material during angioplasty and stenting procedures, which directly treats a physiological condition (embolic material) and aids in the restoration of blood flow, thereby preventing complications.

No

The device is described as an "Embolic Protection System" indicated to "contain and remove embolic material" while performing angioplasty and stenting. Its function is to prevent emboli, which is a therapeutic intervention, not to diagnose a condition.

No

The device description clearly outlines physical components like a guide wire, delivery sheath, and retrieval sheath, indicating it is a hardware-based medical device.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly describes a device used in vivo (within the body) during a medical procedure (angioplasty and stenting). It is designed to physically contain and remove embolic material from blood vessels.
  • Device Description: The description details a physical guide wire and filtration system that is placed inside the patient's blood vessels.
  • Lack of In Vitro Activities: There is no mention of the device being used to examine specimens derived from the human body outside of the body, which is the defining characteristic of an IVD. IVDs are used for testing blood, urine, tissue samples, etc., to provide information about a person's health.

This device is a medical device used for interventional procedures, not an IVD.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

"The FilterWire EZTM Embolic Protection System is indicated for use as a guide wire and embolic protection system to contain and remove embolic material (thrombus/debris) while performing angioplasty and stenting procedures in coronary saphenous vein bypass grafts. The diameter of the vessel at the site of filter loop placement should be between 2.25 mm and 5.5 mm.

  • . The safety and effectiveness of this device as an embolic protection system has not been established in the cerebral, carotid, or peripheral vasculature.
  • . The safety and effectiveness of the device as an embolic protection system has not been established in treating patients with acute myocardial infarction.
  • The safety and effectiveness of the device as an embolic protection system has . not been established in treating native coronaries."

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

NFA

Device Description

The Boston Scientific FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System is a temporary intra-vascular 0.014" guide wire filtration system that is placed distal to the vessel lesion to be treated by interventional procedures. The system consists of a Protection Wire (190 cm or 300 cm length), an EZ Delivery Sheath, an EZ Retrieval Sheath and accessories. The 190 cm long wire is compatible with the Boston Scientific Add Wire® Extension Wire (K970376 cleared June 6, 1997) for over-the-wire catheter exchanges. The Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Protection Wire is delivered via the EZ Delivery Sheath. Once the Protection Wire is across the lesion, the filter bag is expanded in the artery lumen by removing the EZ Delivery Sheath. After treating the lesion, all interventional devices are removed, and the EZ Retrieval Sheath or EZ Bent Tip Retrieval Sheath is advanced to the proximal end of the filter and the filter loop is retracted into the EZ Retrieval Sheath, trapping any emboli caught during the procedure. The EZ Retrieval Sheath and EZ Protection Wire are then removed from the patient simultaneously.

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

coronary saphenous vein bypass grafts

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)

Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) System in-vitro testing consisted of dimensional testing, tensile/torque testing and functional testing. Biocompatibility, packaging testing, product shelf life testing, functional testing in animal models and a clinical study in saphenous vein graft patients (G020229 - BLAZE II) have also been successfully conducted. In-vitro test results verified that the Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System met all applicable product specifications and is deemed adequate for its intended use.

Results from the BLAZE II study (EmBoLic Protection TrAnsluminally with the Filter Wire EZ DEvice in Saphenous Vein Grafts), designed to assess the Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System during percutaneous treatment of saphenous vein graft stenosis in terms of 30-day MACE rates validated the safety and effectiveness of the FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm -- 3.5 mm) System. These results were compared to the 30-day MACE results of a subset of GuardWire Plus patients from the FIRE Trial (K023691) (treated in the same vessel diameter range of 2.25 mm - 3.5 mm).

The BLAZE II study design was prospective, multi-center, and non-randomized. One-hundred thirty-one (131) registry patients, eight (8) roll-in patients and one (1) compassionate use patient were enrolled at 19 centers in this study. Clinical followup was performed 30 days post-procedure. The cumulative incidence of MACE at 30 days (primary endpoint) was 3.8% for the FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) patients. The 30 day MACE results of the GuardWire Plus subset patients (treated in the same vessel diameter range of 2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) in the FIRE Trial was 12.4%. The FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) System demonstrated device performance with device success of 98.5%, clinical success of 94.7% and final TIMI 3 flow of 100%.

Adjusted one-sided and two-sided confidence intervals of the treatment difference in 30-day MACE rate were also calculated. An estimate of the overall treatment difference (and its confidence interval) across all propensity score quintiles, adjusted for propensity score quintile. was calculated. By this method we obtain an adjusted difference between FilterWire EZTM (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) and PercuSurge on 30-day MACE rate of -4.4% with adjusted two-sided 95% CI of [-11.6%, 2.9%], and adjusted upper one-sided 95% CI of 1.8%, also supporting non-inferiority.

To address the issue of missing CK-MB data in 42 BLAZE II patients, additional analysis on MACE was performed. Data from FIRE, BLAZE and BLAZE II patients with non-missing CK-MB at all three time points were used to statistically estimate, for each BLAZE II patient with missing CK-MB, the probability that at least one missing CK-MB was abnormal (>3x normal range). The probabilities were then summed to obtain an estimate of the number of missing CK-MB patients who would have had an abnormal CK-MB and hence non Q-wave MI. The resulting estimate was that no more than 1 of these 42 patients would have had non Q-wave MI and, hence, MACE. A revised MACE analysis with one additional patient included in the BLAZE II MACE incidence shows no marked change in results from the primary analysis, i.e., non-inferiority to GuardWire Plus is still achieved.

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

Cumulative incidence of MACE at 30 days: 3.8% (FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) patients) vs. 12.4% (GuardWire Plus subset patients from FIRE Trial).
Device success: 98.5%
Clinical success: 94.7%
Final TIMI 3 flow: 100%
Adjusted difference between FilterWire EZTM (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) and PercuSurge on 30-day MACE rate: -4.4%
Adjusted two-sided 95% CI: [-11.6%, 2.9%]
Adjusted upper one-sided 95% CI: 1.8%
Revised MACE (to 30 days): BLAZE II (N=131) 4.6% (6/131)**; PercuSurge (N=169)* 12.4% (21/169)
Difference [95% C.I.]: -7.8% [-13.9%,-1.6%]
Upper one-sided: -2.7%

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.

K032884, K013913

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.

K970376, K023691

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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§ 870.1250 Percutaneous catheter.

(a)
Identification. A percutaneous catheter is a device that is introduced into a vein or artery through the skin using a dilator and a sheath (introducer) or guide wire.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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(This Summary is submitted in accordance with 21 CFR Part 807, Section 807.92)
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Submitter's Name:Boston Scientific Corporation
Submitter's Address:2011 Stierlin Court
Mountain View, CA 94043-4655
Contact Person:Debbie McIntire
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
(650) 623-1703
(650) 623-1610 FAX
mcintird@bsci.com
Device Proprietary Name:FilterWire EZ TM (2.25 mm – 3.5 mm) Embolic
Protection System
Device Common Name:Embolic Protection Device
Device Classification Name:21 CFR 870.1250, Percutaneous Catheter
Device Class:Class II
Date Prepared:July 15, 2005

Identification of Predicate Devices:

The Boston Scientific FilterWire EZTM (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System is substantially equivalent in design and intended use to the FilterWire EZ (3.5 mm - 5.5 mm) Embolic Protection System legally marketed under K032884 and to the Medtronic® PercuSurge GuardWire Plus® Temporary Occlusion and Aspiration System (K013913) indicated in 2.5 -- 5.0 mm SVG vessel diameters.

Device Description:

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The Boston Scientific FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System is a temporary intra-vascular 0.014" guide wire filtration system that is placed distal to the vessel lesion to be treated by interventional procedures. The system consists of a Protection Wire (190 cm or 300 cm length), an EZ Delivery Sheath, an EZ Retrieval Sheath and accessories. The 190 cm long wire is compatible

510(k) Summary

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with the Boston Scientific Add Wire® Extension Wire (K970376 cleared June 6, 1997) for over-the-wire catheter exchanges.

The Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Protection Wire is delivered via the EZ Delivery Sheath. Once the Protection Wire is across the lesion, the filter bag is expanded in the artery lumen by removing the EZ Delivery Sheath. After treating the lesion, all interventional devices are removed, and the EZ Retrieval Sheath or EZ Bent Tip Retrieval Sheath is advanced to the proximal end of the filter and the filter loop is retracted into the EZ Retrieval Sheath, trapping any emboli caught during the procedure. The EZ Retrieval Sheath and EZ Protection Wire are then removed from the patient simultaneously.

Indications for Use:

The Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System represents a product line extension to the commercially available FilterWire EZ (3,5 mm - 5,5 mm) Embolic Protection System (K032884), so the indications for use statement is similar to that already cleared under K032884 except the reference to the diameter of the vessel at the site of filter loop placement which covers the range from 2.25 mm to 3.5 mm. Please note the indications statement includes a change in phrasing to emphasize the intended vessel diameter range for filter loop placement, and that range will be inclusive of the predicate and subject devices range. The proposed Indications for Use statement is provided below:

"The FilterWire EZTM Embolic Protection System is indicated for use as a guide wire and embolic protection system to contain and remove embolic material (thrombus/debris) while performing angioplasty and stenting procedures in coronary saphenous vein bypass grafts. The diameter of the vessel at the site of filter loop placement should be between 2.25 mm and 5.5 mm.

  • . The safety and effectiveness of this device as an embolic protection system has not been established in the cerebral, carotid, or peripheral vasculature.
  • . The safety and effectiveness of the device as an embolic protection system has not been established in treating patients with acute myocardial infarction.
  • The safety and effectiveness of the device as an embolic protection system has . not been established in treating native coronaries."

Summary of Technological Characteristics:

The Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System indicated for use in saphenous vein bypass grafts is equivalent to the Filter Wire EZ (3.5 mm - 5.5 mm) Embolic Protection System cleared under K032884 and the Medtronic® PercuSurge GuardWire Plus® (GuardWire Plus ) cleared under K013913 in that the intended use, principles of operation, design and materials are similar. The

  • Also referred to as PercuSurge

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following design attributes are the same or similar for the subject device and the identified predicate devices:

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Predicate DevicesSubject Device
FilterWire EZ
(3.5 mm - 5.5 mm) SystemMedtronic
GuardWire PlusFilterWire EZ
(2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) System
Single Operator Exchange
delivery systemsSameSame
Filter-based technologyBalloon-based technologyFilter-based technology
Nitinol® filter/basket
componentElastomeric Occlusion
Balloon on Nitinol HypotubeNitinol® filter/basket
component
Polyurethane filter
membraneElastomeric Occlusion
BalloonBionate™ polyurethane filter
membrane
Compatibility with .014"
guide wiresSameSame
Compatibility with 6F guide
cathetersSameSame
Available in 2 lengths
190cm or 300 cm lengthsSameSame
Radiopaque guide wire tipsSameSame
Radiopaque markers on filter
loopContrast/Heparinized saline
mixture in balloonRadiopaque markers on filter
loop

Performance Data:

Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) System in-vitro testing consisted of dimensional testing, tensile/torque testing and functional testing. Biocompatibility, packaging testing, product shelf life testing, functional testing in animal models and a clinical study in saphenous vein graft patients (G020229 - BLAZE II) have also been successfully conducted. In-vitro test results verified that the Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System met all applicable product specifications and is deemed adequate for its intended use.

Results from the BLAZE II study (EmBoLic Protection TrAnsluminally with the Filter Wire EZ DEvice in Saphenous Vein Grafts), designed to assess the Filter Wire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System during percutaneous treatment of saphenous vein graft stenosis in terms of 30-day MACE rates validated the safety and effectiveness of the FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm -- 3.5 mm) System. These results were compared to the 30-day MACE results of a subset of GuardWire Plus patients from the FIRE Trial (K023691) (treated in the same vessel diameter range of 2.25 mm - 3.5 mm).

The BLAZE II study design was prospective, multi-center, and non-randomized. One-hundred thirty-one (131) registry patients, eight (8) roll-in patients and one (1) compassionate use patient were enrolled at 19 centers in this study. Clinical followup was performed 30 days post-procedure. The cumulative incidence of MACE at 30 days (primary endpoint) was 3.8% for the FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) patients. The 30 day MACE results of the GuardWire Plus subset patients (treated in the same vessel diameter range of 2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) in the FIRE Trial was 12.4%.

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The FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) System demonstrated device performance with device success of 98.5%, clinical success of 94.7% and final TIMI 3 flow of 100%. Methods from the BLAZE II registry were analogous to the previously completed Randomized FIRE Trial (FilterWire EX / Medtronic GuardWire Plus) and the BLAZE study (Filter Wire EZ) with respect to enrollment criteria and primary endpoint.

Due to the non-randomized nature of group membership, adjusted one-sided and two-sided confidence intervals of the treatment difference in 30-day MACE rate were also calculated as follows. For each individual, a propensity score for group membership (FilterWire EZ™ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm), PercuSurge) was calculated using logistic regression, with "group" as the outcome and baseline and predictor variables as independent variables. Patients were then categorized into quintiles based on this propensity score. An estimate of the overall treatment difference (and its confidence interval) across all propensity score quintiles, adjusted for propensity score quintile. was calculated. By this method we obtain an adjusted difference between FilterWire EZTM (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) and PercuSurge on 30-day MACE rate of -4.4% with adjusted two-sided 95% CI of [-11.6%, 2.9%], and adjusted upper one-sided 95% CI of 1.8%, also supporting non-inferiority.

During conduct of the study, there were 40 BLAZE II patients who had at least one missing CK-MB result with the remaining CK-MB results being 3x normal range). The probabilities were then summed to obtain an estimate of the number of missing CK-MB patients who would have had an abnormal CK-MB and hence non Q-wave MI. The resulting estimate was that no more than 1 of these 42 patients would have had non Q-wave MI and, hence, MACE. The following table displays the results of a revised MACE analysis where one additional patient is included in the BLAZE II MACE incidence.

As can be seen, there is no marked change in results from the primary analysis; i.e., non-inferiority to GuardWire Plus is still achieved.

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Table 6. Revised MACE analysis imputing 1 additional patient.

BLAZE II (N=131)PercuSurge (N=169)*Difference [95% C.I.]Upper one-sided
MACE (to 30 days)4.6% (6/131)**12.4% (21/169)-7.8% [-13.9%,-1.6%]-2.7%
* Control group from FIRE trial with 2.25≤R VD≤3.5

** Included additional MACE based on predicted values for m issing CK-MB.

Statement of Substantial Equivalence

Based on a comparison of intended use, results of in-vitro testing, in-vivo testing, biocompatibility, packaging, and clinical evaluation, Boston Scientific considers the FilterWire EZ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System substantially equivalent to the legally marketed FilterWire EZ (3.5 mm - 5.5 mm) Embolic Protection System (K032884) and the Medtronic® PercuSurge GuardWire Plus® Temporary Occlusion and Aspiration System (K013913).

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Boston Scientific Corporation c/o Ms. Debbie McIntire Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist 2011 Stierlin Court Mountain View, CA 94043-4655

Re: K051984

Trade/Device Name: FilterWire EZTM Embolic Protection System, sizes 2.25 - 3.5mm Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2350 Regulation Name: Distal Embolic Protection Guidewire Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NFA Dated: March 10, 2006 Received: March 13. 2006

Dear Ms. McIntire:

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.

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

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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 (240) 276-0120. 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/industry/support/index.html.

Sincerely yours.

Bran 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)_KO519184

Device Name: FilterWire EZ™ (2.25 mm - 3.5 mm) Embolic Protection System

Indications for Use:

The FilterWire EZTM Embolic Protection System is indicated for use as a guide wire and embolic protection system to contain and remove embolic material (thrombus/debris) while performing angioplasty and stenting procedures in coronary saphenous vein bypass grafts. The diameter of the vessel at the site of filter loop placement should be between 2.25 mm and 5.5 mm.

  • The safety and effectiveness of this device as an embolic protection system has not . been established in the cerebral, carotid, or peripheral vasculature.
  • The safety and effectiveness of the device as an embolic protection system has not . been established in treating patients with acute myocardial infarction.
  • The safety and effectiveness of the device as an embolic protection system has not . been established in treating native coronaries.

Prescription Use X (Per 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR

Over-The-Counter Use (Per 21 CFR 807 Subpart C)

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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Division of Cardiovascular Devices
510(k) Number K05/984

April 2006