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The EP Dynamics, Inc., LineBacker™ Transseptal Introducer is used to introduce various cardiovascular catheters into the left side of the heart through the interatrial septum.
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This is an FDA 510(k) clearance letter for a medical device (LineBacker Transseptal Introducer). This document does not contain the acceptance criteria or a study proving the device meets acceptance criteria.
FDA 510(k) clearance is based on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device, not necessarily on meeting specific performance criteria through a detailed study in the same way a PMA (Premarket Approval) might require. The letter primarily confirms that the FDA has reviewed the submission and found the device substantially equivalent for its stated indications for use.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
AUG 2 3 2012
EP Dynamics, Inc. c/o Albert Rego, PhD Regulatory Consultant 27001 La Paz Road, Suite 312 Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Re: K111603
Trade/Device Name: LineBacker Transseptal Introducer Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1340 Regulation Name: Catheter Introducer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DYB Dated: August 3, 2012 Received: August 7, 2012
Dear Dr. Rego:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device we nave reviewed your becaused the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate for ass bared in the May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to conninered pror to May 20, 1977, ins 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 r ou may, thereferey minuss 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 adulteration. " Teace noter, 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 IT your device is clussified (boo above). Existing major regulations affecting your device can be may of subject to additions, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may round in further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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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/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/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/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
M.A. Hilleber
/ Bram Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Number (if known): Unknown
LineBacker™ Transseptal Introducer Device Name:
Indications for Use:
The EP Dynamics, Inc., LineBacker™ Transseptal Introducer is used to introduce various cardiovascular catheters into the left side of the heart through the interatrial septum.
Prescription Use × (Part 12 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR
Over-The-Counter-Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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Vandervoort Mr. Wheeler
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Cardiovascular Devices
510(k) Number L111603
§ 870.1340 Catheter introducer.
(a)
Identification. A catheter introducer is a sheath used to facilitate placing a catheter through the skin into a vein or artery.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).