K Number
K090261
Device Name
PORTEX TUOHY EPIDURAL NEEDLE 17G, PORTEX TUOHY EPIDURAL NEEDLE 18G
Date Cleared
2009-05-01

(87 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
868.5150
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
An Epidural Needle is indicated for the injection of anesthetic agents into the epidural space or to facilitate the placement of an epidural catheter.
Device Description
Epidural needles are instruments used for the injection of anesthetic agents into the epidural space or to facilitate the placement of an epidural catheter into the epidural space for continuous infusion of anesthetic agents into the epidural space for subsequent pain relief if required. The needle consists of a plastic Luer hub, a stainless steel cannula, a plastic stylet and removable wings. The needle cannula has 10cm depth markings on it to assist in the needle placement. The needles are provided as sterile, single use, disposable devices. They may be packaged individually or included in our regional anesthesia trays. The needles are provided with a Tuohy point in both 17g and 18g sizes.
More Information

Not Found

No
The device description and performance studies focus on the physical characteristics and equivalence to a predicate device, with no mention of AI or ML.

Yes
The device is used to inject anesthetic agents for pain relief, which is a therapeutic purpose.

No.
The device is used to inject anesthetic agents or facilitate catheter placement for pain relief, not for diagnosing a medical condition.

No

The device description clearly outlines physical components (plastic Luer hub, stainless steel cannula, plastic stylet, removable wings) and is described as a sterile, single-use, disposable device, indicating it is a hardware medical device.

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

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are medical devices used to perform tests on samples taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, to detect diseases, conditions, or infections.
  • Device Description and Intended Use: The description clearly states the device is an "Epidural Needle" used for the "injection of anesthetic agents into the epidural space" or to "facilitate the placement of an epidural catheter." This is a direct intervention on the patient's body, not a test performed on a sample outside the body.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention any testing of biological samples, analysis of biomarkers, or diagnostic purposes based on laboratory results.

Therefore, this device falls under the category of a surgical or procedural device, not an In Vitro Diagnostic.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

An Epidural Needle is indicated for the injection of anesthetic agents into the epidural space or to facilitate the placement of an epidural catheter.

Product codes

BSP

Device Description

Epidural needles are instruments used for the injection of anesthetic agents into the epidural space or to facilitate the placement of an epidural catheter into the epidural space for continuous infusion of anesthetic agents into the epidural space for subsequent pain relief if required.

The needle consists of a plastic Luer hub, a stainless steel cannula, a plastic stylet and removable wings. The needle cannula has 10cm depth markings on it to assist in the needle placement.

The needles are provided as sterile, single use, disposable devices. They may be packaged individually or included in our regional anesthesia trays. The needles are provided with a Tuohy point in both 17g and 18g sizes.

Mentions image processing

Not Found

Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

Not Found

Input Imaging Modality

Not Found

Anatomical Site

epidural space

Indicated Patient Age Range

Not Found

Intended User / Care Setting

Not Found

Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

Not Found

Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

Not Found

Summary of Performance Studies

Non-Clinical Data: Data submitted demonstrates that the epidural needle performs equivalently to the predicate device. Data submitted covers visual, performance and dimensional characteristics

Clinical Data: Not required.

Key Metrics

Not Found

Predicate Device(s)

K000495

Reference Device(s)

Not Found

Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

Not Found

§ 868.5150 Anesthesia conduction needle.

(a)
Identification. An anesthesia conduction needle is a device used to inject local anesthetics into a patient to provide regional anesthesia.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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SECTION 5, 510(k) Summary

Company Information:

Smiths Medical ASD, Inc. 10 Bowman Dr Keene, NH 03431 (603) 352-3812, prompt 4, ext 2923 Contact: Cynthia Engelhardt Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Summary Prepared: January 30, 2009

Product Name:

Trade Name: Epidural Anesthesia Needles

Common Name: Epidural Anesthesia Needles

Classification Name: Needle, Conduction, Anesthetic (W/Wo Introducer) (21 CFR 868.5150, Product Code BSP)

Predicate Device(s):

K000495, Ballard Medical Products Epidural and Spinal Needles (Now Kimberly Clark)

Device Description:

Epidural needles are instruments used for the injection of anesthetic agents into the epidural space or to facilitate the placement of an epidural catheter into the epidural space for continuous infusion of anesthetic agents into the epidural space for subsequent pain relief if required.

The needle consists of a plastic Luer hub, a stainless steel cannula, a plastic stylet and removable wings. The needle cannula has 10cm depth markings on it to assist in the needle placement.

The needles are provided as sterile, single use, disposable devices. They may be packaged individually or included in our regional anesthesia trays. The needles are provided with a Tuohy point in both 17g and 18g sizes.

Indications for Use:

An Epidural Needle is indicated for the injection of anesthetic agents into the epidural space or to facilitate the placement of an epidural catheter.

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MAY

  • 1 2009

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Technological Characteristics:

The Smiths Medical Epidural Anesthesia Needles have the same technological characteristics as the predicate devices identified above. The Smiths Medical Epidural Anesthesia Needles are equivalent in design, physical dimensions, Luer hub, metal and plastic materials to the predicate devices.

The Smiths Medical Epidural Anesthesia Needles general design characteristics and functionality are similar in that they meet performance standards where applicable for:

Stainless Steel components: ISO 9626 Hub: ISO 594-1 and ISO 594-2 Hub to Needle Bond Strength: ISO 7864

All statements and representations set forth herein regarding or related to "substantially equivalent" or "substantial equivalence" are in the limited context of the definition and purpose of substantial equivalence in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, as amended, and applicable regulations of the Food and Drug Administration, and are not made in the context of, for any purpose related to, or as an admission against interest under, any other laws or regulations, including patent laws (whether in the context of patent infringement or otherwise).

Non-Clinical Data:

Data submitted demonstrates that the epidural needle performs equivalently to the predicate device. Data submitted covers visual, performance and dimensional characteristics

Clinical Data:

Not required.

Conclusion:

The proposed device is safe and effective and is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.

Very truly yours.

SMITHS MEDICAL ASD, INC.

Cmttu

Cynthia Engelhardt Regulatory Affairs Specialist

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Public Health Service

MAY - 1 2009

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Ms. Cindy Engelhardt Regulatory Affairs Specialists Smiths Medical ASD, Incorporated 10 Bowman Drive Kecne, New Hampshire 03431

Re: K090261

Trade/Device Name: Epidural Anesthesia Needles Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5150 Regulation Name: Anesthesia Conduction Needle Regulatory Class: II Product Code: BSP Dated: January 30, 2009 Received: February 3, 2009

Dear Ms. Engelhardt:

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 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.

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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); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); 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.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please contact the CDRH/Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance at 240-276-3464. For more information regarding the reporting of adverse events, please go to http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/mdr/.

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,

Susan Quoen

Susan Runner, D.D.S., MA Acting Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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SECTION 4, Indications for Use Statement

Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known):

Device Name: Epidural Anesthesia Needles

Indications for Use:

An Epidural Needle is indicated for the injection of anesthetic agents into the epidural space or to facilitate the placement of an epidural catheter.

Prescription Use X
(Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

AND/OR

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

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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L. Schutthe

(Division Sign-Off) Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital Infection Control, Dental Devices

510(k) Number: K 090261