K Number
K062594
Date Cleared
2006-09-20

(19 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
870.1250
Panel
CV
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The PolarCath Peripheral Dilatation System is indicated to dilate stenoses in the peripheral vasculature (iliac, femoral, popliteal, infrapopliteal, renal and subclavian arteries) and for the treatment of obstructive lesions of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) access grafts or native arteriovenous dialysis fistulae. The PolarCath Peripheral Dilatation System is also indicated for post-deployed stent expansion of self-expanding peripheral vascular stents.

Device Description

The PolarCath Peripheral Dilatation System consists of a Catheter, Inflation Unit, connecting cable and a rechargeable battery pack with recharging unit and battery receptacle. The inflation medium (liquid nitrous oxide) is provided in a disposable 14 gram cartridge.

AI/ML Overview

This request cannot be fulfilled. The provided text is a 510(k) summary for a medical device (PolarCath™ Peripheral Dilatation System) and does not contain information about studies related to AI/algorithm performance, acceptance criteria for such, or details like sample sizes for training/test sets, expert qualifications, or ground truth establishment. The document describes a traditional medical device submission based on substantial equivalence to a predicate device, not an AI-powered device.

§ 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).