(69 days)
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No
The device description focuses on a heated filament for cutting sutures and does not mention any AI/ML components or functionalities.
No
The device is used to remove sutures using heat, which is a procedural aid rather than a direct treatment of a disease or condition for therapeutic benefit.
No
The device is described as a "Suture Remover" that uses a heated filament to cut sutures. Its intended use is to perform suture removal procedures. This is a therapeutic or procedural function, not a diagnostic one.
No
The device description clearly outlines hardware components including a power handle, charging stand, and a single-use kit with a heated tip filament. It is a physical device that performs a mechanical action (heating and cutting sutures).
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use is to perform suture removal procedures on the surface of the skin. This is a surgical/procedural application, not a diagnostic test performed on samples taken from the body.
- Device Description: The device uses heat to cut sutures externally. It does not analyze biological samples (like blood, urine, tissue, etc.) to provide diagnostic information about a patient's health status.
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing samples, detecting analytes, or providing diagnostic results.
IVD devices are specifically designed to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for the diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, treatment, or alleviation of disease. This device does not fit that description.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The Bovie inaFlash™ Suture Remover is used to perform suture removal procedures in health care facilities and veterinary offices. The suture removal procedures include those in which the sutures are located externally on the surface of the skin.
The Bovie Suture Remover is used to perform suture removal procedures in health care facilities and veterinary offices. The suture removal procedures in which the sutures are located externally on the surface of the skin.
Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)
GEI, HQP, MCZ, NAB, HTD, MOQ
Device Description
The Suture Remover consists of a rechargeable power handle, charging stand, and a sterile, single-use kit distributed in a multipack. The single-use kit includes three components, two of which are Class I devices (forceps and gauze) commonly used in predicate suture removal kits. The forceps and gauze components are substantially equivalent to those included in other Class I, Premarket notification-exempt devices. The single-use tip component is included in the sterile kit. After the handle is charged, the tip is attached to the power handle. The bottom of the tip is placed flat against the sutured skin surface so that the tip filament only touches the suture. The button is pressed, delivering heat to the filament for about 0.5 second prior to deactivating. This process is completed for all sutures, after which the suture threads are easily removed using the supplied forceps. Using a heated filament to cut the suture provides an advantage over the use of scissors to cut the suture because pulling of the suture prior to the cut is minimized.
The suture removal handle and cutting tip use technology substantially equivalent to the Suncoast Medical Replace-A-Tip Cautery (K840434), the Suncoast Medical Pyro Tip (K841591), and the Modern Medical Battery Powered Cautery (K023506). Replaceable tips for all devices are singleuse and are activated after pushing a button on the handle. Whereas the predicate devices use replaceable alkaline batteries, the Bovie Suture Cutter handle utilizes a rechargeable battery pack. The Modern Medical Battery Powered Cautery (K023506) was also found substantially equivalent for the use of sculpting (cutting and shaping to fit) woven grafts. These grafts are constructed of polyethylene materials similar to those of suture material.
Electromagnetic Compatibility testing in accordance with EN 60601-1-2 was successfully performed. Hazard analysis evaluations were also performed for the Suture Remover. Thesseare no new hazards presented with the use of the Suture Cutter as compared with predicate devices.
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
Skin surface (external sutures)
Indicated Patient Age Range
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Intended User / Care Setting
Health care facilities and veterinary offices.
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)
Electromagnetic Compatibility testing in accordance with EN 60601-1-2 was successfully performed. Hazard analysis evaluations were also performed for the Suture Remover. These are no new hazards presented with the use of the Suture Cutter as compared with predicate devices.
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.
K840434, K841591, K023506, Pre-Amendment, Exempt, Exempt
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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§ 878.4400 Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories.
(a)
Identification. An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.(b)
Classification. Class II.
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MMARY (per CFR21 807.92(c)) 510(k) S
JUL 1 8 2006
GENERAL INFORMATION:
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| 510k Owner's Name | Aaron Medical |
|---|---|
| Address | 7100 30th Avenue North |
| St. Petersburg, Florida 33710-2902 |
Richard A. Kozloff Contact Person Vice-President; Quality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs Telephone #: (727) 384-2323 FAX Number: (727) 347-9144
Date Prepared:
May 8, 2006
DEVICE DESCRIPTION:
Trade Name:
Common Name:
Classification Name:
Bovie ina Flash™ Suture Remover
Suture Removal Device
Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Devices and Accessories (21CFR 878.4400; Class II; Product Code GEI)
Thermal cautery Unit (21CFR 886.4115; Class II; Product Code HQP)
Suture Removal Kit (Unclassified; Product Code MCZ)
Gauze/Sponge, Nonresorbable for External Use (21CFR 878.4014; Class I; Product Code NAB)
Manual Surgical Instrument for Manual Use (Forcep) (21CFR 878.4800; Class I; Product Code HTD)
Surgical Instrument Motors and Accessories /Attachments (Battery Replacement/ Rechargeable) (21CFR 878.4820; Class I; Product Code MOQ)
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KO61307
510(k) SUMMARY (per CFR21 807.92(c))
DEVICE DESCRIPTION:
Predicate Devices:
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| Suncoast Medical Manufacturing | Replace-a-Tip Cautery | K840434 |
|---|---|---|
| Pyro Tip | K841591 | |
| Modern Medical | Battery Powered Cautery | K023506 |
| Busse Hospital Disposables | Suture Removal Kit | Pre-Amendment |
| Powertron Medical Devices | Battery Pack | Exempt |
| Medline Industries | Gauze | Exempt |
| Medline Industries | Forceps | Exempt |
INTENDED USE:
The Bovie inaFlash™ Suture Remover is used to perform suture removal procedures in health care facilities and veterinary offices. The suture removal procedures include those in which the sutures are located externally on the surface of the skin.
DEVICE COMPONENTS AND OPERATION:
The Suture Remover consists of a rechargeable power handle, charging stand, and a sterile, single-use kit distributed in a multipack. The single-use kit includes three components, two of which are Class I devices (forceps and gauze) commonly used in predicate suture removal kits. The forceps and gauze components are substantially equivalent to those included in other Class I, Premarket notification-exempt devices. The single-use tip component is included in the sterile kit. After the handle is charged, the tip is attached to the power handle. The bottom of the tip is placed flat against the sutured skin surface so that the tip filament only touches the suture. The button is pressed, delivering heat to the filament for about 0.5 second prior to deactivating. This process is completed for all sutures, after which the suture threads are easily removed using the supplied forceps. Using a heated filament to cut the suture provides an advantage over the use of scissors to cut the suture because pulling of the suture prior to the cut is minimized.
The suture removal handle and cutting tip use technology substantially equivalent to the Suncoast Medical Replace-A-Tip Cautery (K840434), the Suncoast Medical Pyro Tip (K841591), and the Modern Medical Battery Powered Cautery (K023506). Replaceable tips for all devices are singleuse and are activated after pushing a button on the handle. Whereas the predicate devices use replaceable alkaline batteries, the Bovie Suture Cutter handle utilizes a rechargeable battery pack. The Modern Medical Battery Powered Cautery (K023506) was also found substantially equivalent for the use of sculpting (cutting and shaping to fit) woven grafts. These grafts are constructed of polyethylene materials similar to those of suture material.
Electromagnetic Compatibility testing in accordance with EN 60601-1-2 was successfully performed. Hazard analysis evaluations were also performed for the Suture Remover. Thesseare no new hazards presented with the use of the Suture Cutter as compared with predicate devices.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
JUL 1 8 2006
Aaron Medical % Mr. Richard Kozloff Vice President, QA/RA 7100 30th Avenue North St. Petersburg, Florida 33710-2902
Re: K061307
Trade/Device Name: Bovie Suture Remover Regulatory Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulatory Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEI Dated: May 8, 2006 Received: May 12, 2006
Dear Mr. Kozloff
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 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.
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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) 276-0115. 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/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely yours.
Barbara Buehrig
Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): K061307
Device Name: Bovie Suture Remover
Indications for Use:
The Bovie Suture Remover is used to perform suture removal procedures in health care facilities and veterinary offices. The suture removal procedures in which the sutures are located externally on the surface of the skin.
Prescription Use V (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Suclaire Buchner Howell
Division of General, Restorative, and Neurological Devices
510(k) Number K061307