K Number
K102176
Device Name
FLEXCATH STEERABLE SHEATH (12 FRENCH), FLEXCATH STEERABLE SHEATH (10 FRENCH) MODEL 3FC12, 3FC10
Date Cleared
2010-09-01

(29 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
870.1280
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The FlexCath Steerable Sheath is intended for percutaneous catheter introduction into the vasculature and into the chambers of the heart. The Sheath deflection facilitates catheter positioning.
Device Description
The FlexCath Steerable Sheath is a deflectable catheter introducer used to facilitate placement of a catheter through the skin into the artery or vein. It is comprised of the following two (2) main sections: the shaft and the handle. A dilator is included with each sheath. This application addresses changes to the 12F FlexCath sheath tip and valve assembly.
More Information

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No
The summary describes a mechanical device (a steerable sheath) and its physical components and testing. There is no mention of software, algorithms, image processing, or any terms related to AI or ML.

No.
The device acts as an introducer for other catheters and facilitates their placement, rather than directly providing a therapeutic effect on the patient's condition.

No

Explanation: The device is described as a "steerable sheat" and "catheter introducer" used to "facilitate catheter positioning" and "placement of a catheter through the skin into the artery or vein." Its purpose is to introduce other devices for intervention or observation, not to diagnose a condition itself.

No

The device description explicitly states it is a "deflectable catheter introducer" comprised of a shaft and handle, and includes a dilator. The performance studies involve physical testing of the device's mechanical properties and performance in animal models, indicating it is a physical medical device, not software-only.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is for "percutaneous catheter introduction into the vasculature and into the chambers of the heart." This describes a procedure performed on the patient's body, not a test performed on a sample taken from the patient.
  • Device Description: The description details a "deflectable catheter introducer" used to facilitate catheter placement. This is a tool used for a medical procedure, not for analyzing biological samples.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention any components or functions related to analyzing biological samples (like blood, urine, tissue, etc.) or providing diagnostic information based on such analysis.

IVD devices are specifically designed to perform tests on samples taken from the human body to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening. This device's function is purely procedural – facilitating the insertion of another medical device (a catheter) into the body.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The FlexCath Steerable Sheath is intended for percutaneous catheter introduction into the vasculature and into the chambers of the heart. The sheath deflection facilitates catheter positioning.

Product codes

DRA

Device Description

The FlexCath Steerable Sheath is a deflectable catheter introducer used to facilitate placement of a catheter through the skin into the artery or vein. It is comprised of the following two (2) main sections: the shaft and the handle. A dilator is included with each sheath. This application addresses changes to the 12F FlexCath sheath tip and valve assembly.

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

vasculature and … the chambers of the heart

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)

To verify that the modified device design met its functional and performance requirements, representative finished sterilized samples of the subject device underwent the following in vivo, ex vivo animal testing, biocompatibility and mechanical testing in accordance with applicable industry standards and FDA guidance.
Testing included:
• Hemostasis valve leak testing (per ISO 11070)
• Hub-to shaft tensile (per ISO 11070)
• Shaft leak testing (per ISO 11070)
· Assessment of the force required to detach the dilator luer lock from the sheath valve cap
· Force required to remove the dilator from the sheath
· Tensile testing of bond joints (in addition to those required by ISO 11070) including:
- valve hub to valve cap o
- o hub body to extension
- tube bond and stopcock to extension tube joints o
· Sheath tip robustness testing after multiple catheter deployments/retractions, both in bench and animal models
· Air aspiration and flushing ability
· Tip Strength
· Deflection testing
· Assessed impact of changes in relation to current sterilization cycle in accordance with AAMI TIR28:2001.

Biocompatibility of the modified hub material for the subject device included:
· Physiochemical testing USP 33
· Cytotoxicity testing per ISO 10993-5 (2009)
Hemolysis testing (human activated and indirect) per ISO 10993-4 (2002 Amd 2006)
Leveraged biocompatibility of the predicate device included:
· Kligman Maximization Test per ISO 10993-10 (2002)
· Rabbit Pyrogen Test -- Material Meditated per ISO 10993-11 (2006)
· Intracutaneous Test per ISO 10993-10 (2002)
· Systemic Injection Test per ISO 10993-11 (2006)
· Complement Activation Assay per ISO 10993-4 (2002)
UPTT per ISO 10993-4 (2002) •
· Thrombogenicity In vivo canine per ISO 10993-4 (2002)

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

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Predicate Device(s)

K081049

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 870.1280 Steerable catheter.

(a)
Identification. A steerable catheter is a catheter used for diagnostic and monitoring purposes whose movements are directed by a steering control unit.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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1 2010 SEP

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510(k) Summary - K102176 4.0

| Submitter: | Medtronic CryoCath LP
16771 Chemin Ste-Marie
Kirkland, Quebec
H9H 5H3, CANADA |
|-----------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Person: | Kari Lahti
Regulatory Affairs Program Manager
Telephone: 763.526.1766
Fax: 651.367.0575 |
| Date Prepared: | August 2, 2010 - Revised August 31, 2010 |
| Trade Name: | FlexCath® Steerable Sheath & Dilator |
| Classification: | Class II
Steerable Catheter, 21 CFR § 870.1280 |
| Product Code: | DRA |
| Predicate Device(s): | The subject device is equivalent to the following devices:
K081049 - FlexCath Steerable Sheath & Dilator, Models
3FC10, 3FC12 |
| Device Description: | The FlexCath Steerable Sheath is a deflectable catheter introducer
used to facilitate placement of a catheter through the skin into the
artery or vein.
It is comprised of the following two (2) main sections: the shaft and
the handle.
A dilator is included with each sheath.
This application addresses changes to the 12F FlexCath sheath tip
and valve assembly. |
| Intended Use: | The FlexCath Steerable Sheath is intended for percutaneous
catheter introduction into the vasculature and into the chambers of
the heart. The sheath deflection facilitates catheter positioning. |
| Functional and
Safety Testing: | To verify that the modified device design met its functional and
performance requirements, representative finished sterilized
samples of the subject device underwent the following in vivo, ex
vivo animal testing, biocompatibility and mechanical testing in
accordance with applicable industry standards and FDA guidance.
Testing included:
• Hemostasis valve leak testing (per ISO 11070)
• Hub-to shaft tensile (per ISO 11070) |

  • Shaft leak testing (per ISO 11070)
    .

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  • · Assessment of the force required to detach the dilator luer lock from the sheath valve cap
  • · Force required to remove the dilator from the sheath
  • · Tensile testing of bond joints (in addition to those required by ISO 11070) including:
    • valve hub to valve cap o
    • o hub body to extension
    • tube bond and stopcock to extension tube joints o
  • · Sheath tip robustness testing after multiple catheter deployments/retractions, both in bench and animal models
  • · Air aspiration and flushing ability
  • · Tip Strength
  • · Deflection testing
  • · Assessed impact of changes in relation to current sterilization cycle in accordance with AAMI TIR28:2001.

Biocompatibility Testing:

Biocompatibility of the modified hub material for the subject device included:

  • · Physiochemical testing USP 33
  • · Cytotoxicity testing per ISO 10993-5 (2009)
  • Hemolysis testing (human activated and indirect) per ISO 10993-4 (2002 Amd 2006)

Leveraged biocompatibility of the predicate device included:

  • · Kligman Maximization Test per ISO 10993-10 (2002)
  • · Rabbit Pyrogen Test -- Material Meditated per ISO 10993-11 (2006)
  • · Intracutaneous Test per ISO 10993-10 (2002)
  • · Systemic Injection Test per ISO 10993-11 (2006)
  • · Complement Activation Assay per ISO 10993-4 (2002)

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  • UPTT per ISO 10993-4 (2002) •
  • · Thrombogenicity In vivo canine per ISO 10993-4 (2002)

The changes to the subject FlexCath Steerable Sheath do not affect · Conclusion: the intended use of the device, do not alter the fundamental scientific technology of the device, or raise new issues of safety or effectiveness. The FlexCath Steerable Sheath is therefore · substantially equivalent to the predicate FlexCath Steerable Sheath.

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

Medtronic CyroCath LP c/o Ms. Kari Lahti Regulatory Affairs Program Manager 16771 Chemn St-Marie Kirkland, Quebec Canada H9H 5H3

SEP 1 2010

K102176 Re:

Trade/Device Name: FlexCath® Steerable Sheath & Dilator Common Name: Steerable Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1280 Regulatory Class: II Product Code: DRA Dated: August 2, 2010 Received: August 3, 2010

Dear Ms. Lahti:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the devices we nave reviewed your bection 510(x) premained is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate for use stated in the encrease) to tegans to the Medical Device Amendments, or to commerce prices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal recomments (DMA) and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). and Cosment Act (Act) that to not require approvince to the general controls provisions of the Act. The Y ou may, merelore, market the devices of the more of the manual registration, listing of
general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual register and general controls provisions of the rice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability adulteration. Prease note. CDICT does not overance interesting must be truthful and not misleading.

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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.

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/CDRH0ffices/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/ReportaProblem/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.

Sincerely yours,

Zuckerman, M.D. Bram D Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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K102176

3.0 Indications for Use Statement

510(k) Number (if known): K_102176

Device Name: FlexCath® Steerable Sheath and Dilator

Indications for Use:

The FlexCath Steerable Sheath is intended for percutaneous catheter introduction into the vasculature and into the chambers of the heart. The Sheath deflection facilitates catheter positioning.

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)

Division of Cardiovascular Devices
510(k) Number K102176