K Number
K090608
Device Name
MINTA RYAN RF THERMOCOUPLE ELECTRODE (RYAN-50, 100, 150 AND 200), MINTA INTERMEDIATE CABLE (RYAN-C, -R, -B)
Date Cleared
2010-06-14

(465 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
882.4725
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdparty
Intended Use
The Minta Radiofrequency Thermocouple Electrodes are indicated for use in the lesioning of peripheral nerve tissue.
Device Description
The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes are used in conjunction with the commercially available Neurotherm (K011387), RF Lesion Generators and Pajunk RF disposable cannula (K060397) to create radiofrequency (RF) lesioning of peripheral nerve tissue. The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode is a temperature sensor (thermocouple) which is used to deliver RF energy to the tissue. The RF energy is then transferred from the electrode which heats the surrounding tissue to create a lesion. The thermocouple also measures the temperature at the tip of the electrode. The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes are provided as non-sterile re-usable devices (re-processed single use). The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode will be available in a variety of lengths and gauges. The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode consists of a stainless steel shaft, a PET (polyethylene terephthalate) hub; a non-latex silicone rubber insulated electrical lead and a plug connector.
More Information

No
The device description and performance studies focus on the physical components, temperature sensing, and compatibility with existing RF lesion generators, with no mention of AI or ML algorithms for data analysis, decision-making, or control.

Yes
The device is used to create radiofrequency lesions in peripheral nerve tissue for therapeutic purposes, as indicated in the "Intended Use / Indications for Use" and "Device Description" sections.

No

Explanation: The device is described as an electrode used to deliver radiofrequency energy to create lesions in peripheral nerve tissue and to measure the temperature at the tip during this process. Its primary function is therapeutic (lesioning), not diagnostic. While it measures temperature, this measurement appears to be for monitoring the therapeutic process rather than for diagnosing a condition.

No

The device description explicitly details physical components (stainless steel shaft, PET hub, silicone rubber insulated electrical lead, plug connector) and describes it as a temperature sensor (thermocouple) used to deliver RF energy and measure temperature, indicating it is a hardware device.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is "lesioning of peripheral nerve tissue." This is a therapeutic procedure performed directly on the patient's body.
  • Device Description: The device is a temperature sensor and energy delivery tool used in conjunction with other devices to create lesions in nerve tissue. This is an interventional device used for treatment.
  • Lack of Diagnostic Function: There is no mention of the device being used to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for diagnostic purposes. IVDs are used to diagnose, monitor, or screen for diseases or conditions using samples like blood, urine, or tissue.

This device falls under the category of therapeutic or interventional medical devices, not in vitro diagnostics.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes are indicated for use in the lesioning of peripheral nerve tissue.

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

GXI

Device Description

The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes have been in use in this format for over fifteen years in the UK and other countries around the world including the U.S.A. previously labelled as Neurotherm (K011387). The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes are used in conjunction with the commercially available Neurotherm (K011387), RF Lesion Generators and Pajunk RF disposable cannula (K060397) to create radiofrequency (RF) lesioning of peripheral nerve tissue.
The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode is a temperature sensor (thermocouple) which is used to deliver RF energy to the tissue. The RF energy is then transferred from the electrode which heats the surrounding tissue to create a lesion. The thermocouple also measures the temperature at the tip of the electrode. The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes are provided as non-sterile re-usable devices (re-processed single use). The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode will be available in a variety of lengths and gauges. The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode consists of a stainless steel shaft, a PET (polyethylene terephthalate) hub; a non-latex silicone rubber insulated electrical lead and a plug connector.

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

peripheral nerve tissue

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)

Testing was performed to validate the functional performance of the Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode. In particular, specific performance and compatibility testing was performed with the Neurotherm RF Lesion Generators to show that the performance was met.
Additional steam sterilisation validation studies were carried out in February 2010 to validate each of the recommended sterilisation processes.

The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes are safe and effective for the application for which they are intended and have been tested to che the safety and effectiveness in this formation and have been tested to confirm their safety and effectiveness in this format for over 15 years, without incident in their UK and other countries, plus the USA since 2001 , without incident in the UK and other countries, plus the USA since 2001.

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.

K011387

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.

K060397

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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§ 882.4725 Radiofrequency lesion probe.

(a)
Identification. A radiofrequency lesion probe is a device connected to a radiofrequency (RF) lesion generator to deliver the RF energy to the site within the nervous system where a lesion is desired.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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510(K) SUMMARY

This summary of 510(K) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR 807.92 (c).

| Owners information: | Minta Medical Limited
Caddick Road
Knowsley Business Park
Knowsley
Prescot
Merseyside
United Kingdom
L34 9HP |
|-----------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Name: | Andrew Edwards |
| Position: | Managing Director |
| Telephone:
E-Mail: | +44(0)151 548 6818
andy.edwards@mintamedical.co.uk |
| Date prepared: | 8th July 2009 |
| Trade Name: | Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode |
| Common Name: | Radiofrequency Lesion Probe |
| Classification: | Radiofrequency Lesion Probe
CFR882. 4725
Product Code: GXI
Class 2 Neurology Devices |
| Predicate Devices: | (SAME DEVICE) Neurotherm RF Lesioning System Probes
(K011387) |
| Description: | The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes have
been in use in this format for over fifteen years in the UK
and other countries around the world including the
U.S.A. previously labelled as Neurotherm (K011387).
(Minta Medical Registration No. 3004617090,
owner/operator Number 9064097).
The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes are used in
conjunction with the commercially available Neurotherm
(K011387), RF Lesion Generators and Pajunk RF
disposable cannula (K060397) to create radiofrequency
(RF) lesioning of peripheral nerve tissue. |

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The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode is a temperature sensor (thermocouple) which is used to deliver RF energy to the tissue.

The RF energy is then transferred from the electrode which heats the surrounding tissue to create a lesion. The thermocouple also measures the temperature at the tip of the electrode.

The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes are provided as non-sterile re-usable devices (re-processed single use).

The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode will be available in a variety of lengths and gauges.

The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode consists of a stainless steel shaft, a PET (polyethylene terephthalate) hub; a non-latex silicone rubber insulated electrical lead and a plug connector.

INTENDED USE

The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes are indicated for use in the lesioning of peripheral nerve tissue.

TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes have the same technological characteristics and intended use as the original device which was cleared for marketing in the U.S in 2001 under K011387.

They are the same device (name change only).

COMPARISON TO PREDICATE

The Minta RYAN RF Thermocouple Electrode is the same device that was cleared for marketing under K011387.

NON-CLINICAL DATA

All non-clinical data for the Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode was submitted under K011387 to confirm the performance characteristics.

A risk analysis identifying potential hazards and documentary mitigations of the hazards was developed and applied for K011387.

Testing was performed to validate the functional performance of the Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrode. In particular, specific performance and compatibility testing was performed with the Neurotherm RF Lesion Generators to show that the performance was met.

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STERILISATION

Additional steam sterilisation validation studies were carried out in February 2010 to validate each of the recommended sterilisation processes.

CONCLUSION

The Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple Electrodes are safe and effective for the application for which they are intended and have been tested to che the
safety and effectiveness in this formation and have been tested to confirm their safety and effectiveness in this format for over 15 years, without incident in their
UK and other countries, plus the USA since 2001 , without incident in the UK and other countries, plus the USA since 2001.

The fundamental scientific technology of the Minta Ryan RF Thermocouple
Electrode was submitted under K011207 Electrode was submitted under K011387.

SIGNED:

:
ANDREW EDWARDS

MANAGING DIRECTOR

DATED: 7th May 2010

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Mail Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

JUN 1 4 2010

Minta Medical Limited c/o Mr. Andrew Edwards Managing Director Caddick Road Knowsley Business Park Knowsley Prescot Merseyside United Kingdom L34 9HP

Re: K090608

Trade/Device Name: Minta Ryan RF Therocouple Electrode . Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4725 Regulation Name: Radiofrequency Lesion Probe Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GXI Dated: June 4, 2010 Received: June 7, 2010

Dear Mr. Edwards:

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 for are 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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.

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 may of saysor de a decessed Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

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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/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportalProblem/default.htm 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 (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.

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Sincerely yours,

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Indications for Use

510(K) Number (if known): K090608

Device Name: Minta Ryan Radiofrequency Thermocouple Electrode

Indications for Use: The Minta Radiofrequency Thermocouple Electrodes are indicated for use in the lesioning of peripheral nerve tissue.

Prescription Use × (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)

Dani Kaufman

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090608 510(k) Number.