K Number
K090342
Device Name
POLARIS PRESSURE ADJUSTABLE VALVE, MODELS SPV, SPVA, SPVB, SPV-140, SPV-300, SPV-400
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2009-08-11

(182 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
882.5550
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
To drain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for the management of hydrocephalus.
Device Description
The Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve is an implantable device designed for the treatment of hydrocephalus in adult and pediatric patients by shunting, thereby providing continuous, controlled intraventricular pressure and CSF drainage from the cerebral ventricles. Intraventricular pressure is maintained at a constant level by the device's ball- in-cone valve seat design, and the value is pressure-adjustable transcutaneously. Drainage is directed to the abdominal cavity or to the right atrium of the heart. The basic settings of the Polaris® Valve Models SPV, SPVA, and SPVB are 30, 70, 110, 150 and 200. Adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 40-50 mm Hz0 increments (decrements) in three operating ranges, low pressure (LP =30 mm Hz0), medium pressure (MP = 110 mm H20), and high pressure (HP = 200 mm H20). The basic settings of the Polaris® SPV-140 Valve are 10, 40, 80, 110 and 140 mm H₂0; adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 30-40 mm H20 increments (decrements). The basic settings of the Polaris® SPV-300 Valve are 50, 100, 150, 220 and 300 mm H₂0; adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 50-80 mm H20 increments (decrements). The basic settings of the Polaris® SPV-400 Valve are 80, 150, 230, 330 and 400 mm H-0; adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 70-100 mm H20 increments (decrements). The specific feature of the self-locking rotor-shuttle micro-magnet system of the passive Polaris® SPV Valve is that the adjustment position of each pressure setting cannot be changed by a unidirectional magnetic field. A domestic field or an exposure to MRI attracts the shuttles in the same direction and thus cannot unlock them simultaneously, therefore the rotor cannot be mobilized and the pressure setting remains fixed and constant.
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No
The device description focuses on a mechanical valve design with manual pressure adjustments and a magnetic locking mechanism. There is no mention of any computational or data-driven components that would suggest the use of AI or ML.

Yes
The device is designed to treat hydrocephalus by shunting and draining CSF, which is a direct therapeutic intervention.

No

The device is an implantable shunting device designed to drain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and manage intraventricular pressure for the treatment of hydrocephalus. It performs a therapeutic function by physically managing fluid and pressure, rather than diagnosing a condition.

No

The device description clearly states it is an "implantable device" and describes physical components like a "ball-in-cone valve seat design" and a "self-locking rotor-shuttle micro-magnet system," indicating it is a hardware device, not software-only.

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

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In vitro diagnostics are tests performed on samples taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, to detect diseases, conditions, or infections. They are used to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • Device Function: The Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve is an implantable device designed to drain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) directly from the cerebral ventricles to another part of the body (abdominal cavity or right atrium). It is a mechanical device that regulates pressure and facilitates drainage.
  • Lack of In Vitro Testing: The description focuses on the device's mechanical function, pressure adjustment, and performance in an MRI environment. There is no mention of testing biological samples or providing diagnostic information based on such tests.

The device is a therapeutic implant used for the management of a physical condition (hydrocephalus) by directly intervening in the body's fluid dynamics. This falls under the category of a medical device, but not specifically an in vitro diagnostic device.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valves are indicated to drain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for the management of hydrocephalus.

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

JXG

Device Description

The Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve is an implantable device designed for the treatment of hydrocephalus in adult and pediatric patients by shunting, thereby providing continuous, controlled intraventricular pressure and CSF drainage from the cerebral ventricles. Intraventricular pressure is maintained at a constant level by the device's ball- in-cone valve seat design, and the value is pressure-adjustable transcutaneously. Drainage is directed to the abdominal cavity or to the right atrium of the heart.

The basic settings of the Polaris® Valve Models SPV, SPVA, and SPVB are 30, 70, 110, 150 and 200. Adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 40-50 mm Hz0 increments (decrements) in three operating ranges, low pressure (LP =30 mm Hz0), medium pressure (MP = 110 mm H20), and high pressure (HP = 200 mm H20).

The basic settings of the Polaris® SPV-140 Valve are 10, 40, 80, 110 and 140 mm H₂0; adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 30-40 mm H20 increments (decrements).

The basic settings of the Polaris® SPV-300 Valve are 50, 100, 150, 220 and 300 mm H₂0; adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 50-80 mm H20 increments (decrements).

The basic settings of the Polaris® SPV-400 Valve are 80, 150, 230, 330 and 400 mm H-0; adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 70-100 mm H20 increments (decrements).

The specific feature of the self-locking rotor-shuttle micro-magnet system of the passive Polaris® SPV Valve is that the adjustment position of each pressure setting cannot be changed by a unidirectional magnetic field. A domestic field or an exposure to MRI attracts the shuttles in the same direction and thus cannot unlock them simultaneously, therefore the rotor cannot be mobilized and the pressure setting remains fixed and constant.

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

Cerebral ventricles

Indicated Patient Age Range

Adult and pediatric patients

Intended User / Care Setting

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Description of the training 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)

Testing was conducted to evaluate the presence of magnetic filed interactions, heating, and artifacts for the Polaris Adjustable Pressure Valves after exposure to a 3-Tesla MRI environment; and to determine if exposure to a 3-Tesla MRI environment alters the functional aspects of Polaris Adjustable Pressure Valves. The results supported the MRI labeling statements for exposure of the Polaris Adjustable Pressure Valves to a 3-Tesla MRI environment.

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.

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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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§ 882.5550 Central nervous system fluid shunt and components.

(a)
Identification. A central nervous system fluid shunt is a device or combination of devices used to divert fluid from the brain or other part of the central nervous system to an internal delivery site or an external receptacle for the purpose of relieving elevated intracranial pressure or fluid volume (e.g., due to hydrocephalus). Components of a central nervous system shunt include catheters, valved catheters, valves, connectors, and other accessory components intended to facilitate use of the shunt or evaluation of a patient with a shunt.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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ATTACHMENT 2. 510(k) SUMMARY

K090342

This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR §807.92.

Name, Address, Phone and Fax Number of the Applicant 3.1

Sophysa SA

22 rue Jean Rostand Parc Club Orsay Université 91893 ORSAY Cedex, France Tel: 011-331-69 35 35 00 Fax: 011 331 69 35 36 90

Contact Person 3.2

Jean-Christophe Audras 22 rue Jean Rostand Parc Club Orsay Université 91893 ORSAY Cedex, France Tel: 011-331-69 35 35 06

3.3 Date Prepared

February 6, 2009

3.4 Device Name

Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve (Models SPV, SPVA, and SPVB), and

Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve System (Models SPV-140, SPV-300, and SPV-400)

Device Description 3.5

The Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve is an implantable device designed for the treatment of hydrocephalus in adult and pediatric patients by shunting, thereby providing continuous, controlled intraventricular pressure and CSF drainage from the cerebral ventricles. Intraventricular pressure is maintained at a constant level by the device's ball- in-cone valve seat design, and the value is pressure-adjustable transcutaneously. Drainage is directed to the abdominal cavity or to the right atrium of the heart.

The basic settings of the Polaris® Valve Models SPV, SPVA, and SPVB are 30, 70, 110, 150 and 200. Adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 40-50 mm Hz0 increments (decrements) in three operating ranges, low pressure (LP =30 mm Hz0), medium pressure (MP = 110 mm H20), and high pressure (HP = 200 mm H20).

AUG 1 1 2009

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The basic settings of the Polaris® SPV-140 Valve are 10, 40, 80, 110 and 140 mm H₂0; adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 30-40 mm H20 increments (decrements).

The basic settings of the Polaris® SPV-300 Valve are 50, 100, 150, 220 and 300 mm H₂0; adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 50-80 mm H20 increments (decrements).

The basic settings of the Polaris® SPV-400 Valve are 80, 150, 230, 330 and 400 mm H-0; adjustments to intermediate pressures are made manually in 70-100 mm H20 increments (decrements).

The specific feature of the self-locking rotor-shuttle micro-magnet system of the passive Polaris® SPV Valve is that the adjustment position of each pressure setting cannot be changed by a unidirectional magnetic field. A domestic field or an exposure to MRI attracts the shuttles in the same direction and thus cannot unlock them simultaneously, therefore the rotor cannot be mobilized and the pressure setting remains fixed and constant.

3.6 Indications for Use

The Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valves are indicated to drain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for the management of hydrocephalus.

Description of Modifications 3.7

There have been no changes to the device design. The changes involve labeling changes to upgrade the MRI characteristics of the valves for use in an MRI environment from 1.5 Tesla to up to 3 Tesla. Additional changes were made to the IFU to update instructions for the Polaris Adiustment Kit (PAK) handling procedure as well as numerous other minor changes for clarification of to the procedures.

Verification & Validation Testing of Changes 3.8

Testing was conducted to evaluate the presence of magnetic filed interactions, heating, and artifacts for the Polaris Adjustable Pressure Valves after exposure to a 3-Tesla MRI environment; and to determine if exposure to a 3-Tesla MRI environment alters the functional aspects of Polaris Adjustable Pressure Valves. The results supported the MRI labeling statements for exposure of the Polaris Adjustable Pressure Valves to a 3-Tesla MRI environment.

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Mail Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-00002

Sophysa SA c/o Jean-Christophe Audras Director, Regulatory Affairs 22 Rue Jean Rostand Parc Club Orsay Université 91893 Orsay Cedex France

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Re: K090342

Trade/Device Name: Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve (Models SPV, SPVA, and

SPVB), and Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve System (Models

SPV-140, SPV-300, and SPV-400)

Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5550

Regulation Name: Central Nervous System Fluid Shunt and Components Regulatory Class: II

Product Code: JXG Dated: June 5, 2009 Received: June 10, 2009

Dear Mr. Audras:

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. 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.

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If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. 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 go to http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/mdr/ for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.

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,

Malvina B. Eydelman, M.D

Director Division of Ophthalmic, Neurological, and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known): K090342

Polaris® Pressure Adjustable Valve System, Models SPV, SPVA, Device Name:_ SPVB, SPV-140, SPV-300, and SPV-400

Indications For Use:

To drain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for the management of hydrocephalus.

Prescription Use X (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)

Kristen Bowsher
(Division Sign-Off)

Division of Ophthalmic, Neurological and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices

510(k) Number_ K 0 9 0 3 Y Z

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