K Number
K072089
Device Name
ARTHROCARE SPINEWAND
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2007-08-17

(18 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.4400
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdparty
Intended Use
The Wands are intended for resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue and hemostasis of blood vessels in orthopedic, arthroscopic, spinal, and neurological procedures.
Device Description
The Wands are bipolar, single use, high frequency electrosurgical devices.
More Information

Not Found

No
The summary describes a standard electrosurgical device and explicitly states "Not Found" for mentions of AI, DNN, or ML.

Yes
The device is intended for "resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue and hemostasis of blood vessels," which are therapeutic actions.

No
The device is described as an electrosurgical device intended for resection, ablation, coagulation, and hemostasis of soft tissue, which are therapeutic actions, not diagnostic ones.

No

The device description explicitly states "The Wands are bipolar, single use, high frequency electrosurgical devices," indicating a hardware component.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states the device is for "resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue and hemostasis of blood vessels in orthopedic, arthroscopic, spinal, and neurological procedures." This describes a surgical tool used directly on the patient's body during a procedure.
  • Device Description: The description as "bipolar, single use, high frequency electrosurgical devices" further supports its use as a surgical instrument.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of the device being used to examine specimens (like blood, urine, or tissue samples) in vitro (outside the body) to provide diagnostic information.

IVD devices are used to perform tests on samples taken from the body to diagnose diseases or conditions. This device's function is to perform surgical actions directly on the patient.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Wands are intended for resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue and hemostasis of blood vessels in orthopedic, arthroscopic, spinal, and neurological procedures.

Product codes

GEI, GXI

Device Description

The Wands are bipolar, single use, high frequency electrosurgical devices. This Special 510(k) proposes modifications to the packaging of the ArthroCare SpineWands. The indications for use, materials, technology, sterilization, principle of operation, and performance specifications of the Wands remain the same as in the predicate cleared 510(k).

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

Not Found

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)

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

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Predicate Device(s)

K070851, K060823, K001588

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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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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K072089
510(k) Summary

AUG 1 7 2007

ArthroCare Corporation ArthroCare® SpineWand®

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General Information

Submitter Name/Address:

ArthroCare Corporation 680 Vaqueros Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94085-2936

Establishment Registration Number:

2951580

July 27, 2007

Contact Person:

Valerie Defiesta-Ng Director, Regulatory Affairs

Date Prepared:

Device Description

Trade Name:

Generic/Common Name:

Classification Name:

ArthroCare® SpineWand®

Electrosurgical Device and Accessories

Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories (21 CFR 878.4400)

Predicate Devices

ArthroCare SpineWand ArthroCare Wand ArthroCare System 2000

K070851 (April 13, 2007) K060823 (April 10, 2006) K001588 (August 17, 2000)

Product Description

The Wands are bipolar, single use, high frequency electrosurgical devices.

Intended Use

The Wands are intended for resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue and hemostasis of blood vessels in orthopedic, arthroscopic, spinal, and neurological procedures.

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KO72089

Substantial Equivalence

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This Special 510(k) proposes modifications to the packaging of the ArthroCare SpineWands. The indications for use, materials, technology, sterilization, principle of operation, and performance specifications of the Wands remain the same as in the predicate cleared 510(k).

Summary of Safety and Effectiveness

The proposed modifications to the Wands are not substantial changes, and do not significantly affect the safety or efficacy of the predicate devices.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

AUG 1 7 2007

ArthroCare Corporation % Ms. Valerie Defiesta-Ng Director, Regulatory Affairs 680 Vaqueros Avenue Sunnyvale, California 94085-3523

Re: K072089

Trade/Device Name: ArthroCare® SpineWand® Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEI, GXI Dated: July 27, 2007 Received: July 30, 2007

Dear Ms. Defiesta-Ng:

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 Soall 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,

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 Statement

510(k) Number:

KOJ72089

Device Name:

ArthroCare® SpineWand®

Indications for use:

The Wands are intended for resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue and hemostasis of blood vessels in orthopedic, arthroscopic, spinal, and neurological procedures.

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(Division Sign-OH) Division of General, Restorative, and Neurological General, Restor

510(k) Number K072089

Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

AND/OR

X

Over-the-Counter Use (21 CFR 807 Subpart ರಿ)

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