(255 days)
Not Found
No
The device description and performance studies focus on mechanical and material properties, with no mention of AI/ML algorithms or data processing.
Yes
The device is used to manage fecal incontinence and administer medications, indicating a therapeutic purpose.
No
The device is described as a fecal management system intended for the collection of stool and administration of medications, not for diagnosis.
No
The device description clearly outlines physical components such as a catheter tube assembly, syringe, collection bag, and cinch clamp, indicating it is a hardware-based medical device.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use is to "manage fecal incontinence through the collection of liquid to semi-liquid stool and to provide access to administer medications." This describes a device used on or in the patient for therapeutic and management purposes, not for testing samples in vitro (outside the body) to diagnose a condition.
- Device Description: The description details a physical device (catheter, balloon, collection bag, syringe) that is inserted into the rectum. This is consistent with a medical device used for patient care, not for analyzing biological samples.
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of reagents, assays, analysis of biological samples (like blood, urine, or stool for diagnostic purposes), or any process that would involve testing samples outside the body to provide diagnostic information.
The device is clearly a medical device used for managing a physical condition (fecal incontinence) and administering medication, which falls under the category of therapeutic or management devices, not in vitro diagnostics.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
For use to manage fecal incontinence through the collection of liquid to semi-liquid stool and to provide access to administer medications.
Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)
KNT
Device Description
The Flexi-Seal® SIGNAL™ Fecal Management System is comprised of a soft catheter tube assembly, a Luer Syringe, a collection bag with filter and a cinch clamp to pinch off flow in the catheter when required for medication retention. The components are contained in a snap closed tray.
The catheter main drain tube is fabricated from collapsible silicone rubber. The drain tube has a low-pressure polyurethane or silicone retention balloon at the distal end and a connector for attaching a collection bag (provided with the device and separately) at the proximal end. There is a recess under the balloon for the clinician's finger allowing the device to be positioned digitally.
Two ports are attached to the side of the catheter. One port is used to inflate the retention balloon with water or saline after the device has been inserted into the patient's rectum. This port also provides a visual and tactile signal of when the low pressure retention balloon is filled to its optimal volume. The other port is used to flush the device if needed and administer medication, if prescribed.
A syringe (provided with the device) is used to fill and evacuate the retention balloon for insertion and removal.
The device, collection bay and syringe are intended for single us, are provided nonsterile, and have no components made with animal products, natural rubber latex or DEHP.
This 510(k) concerns modifications to the indications for use, materials and design featured with the predecessor device, the ConvaTec Fecal Management System (ref. K032734).
Mentions image processing
Not Found
Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
Not Found
Input Imaging Modality
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Anatomical Site
rectum
Indicated Patient Age Range
Not Found
Intended User / Care Setting
Not Found
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)
Non-clinical testing of the subject device for functional and structural parameters has been performed. In this testing, the device's performance has been found to be substantially equivalent to the aforcmentioned predicate devices both functionally and structurally (material strength, catheter size, balloon size, etc.). The device has also been evaluated for biocompatibility in accordance with the US Food and Drug Administration's guidance entitled Use of International Standard ISO-10993, 'Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 1: Evaluation and Testing', issued May 1, 1995, and has been found safe in such respect for its intended use.
In conclusion, the subject device has been demonstrated as safe and effective and substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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.
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.
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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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§ 876.5980 Gastrointestinal tube and accessories.
(a)
Identification. A gastrointestinal tube and accessories is a device that consists of flexible or semi-rigid tubing used for instilling fluids into, withdrawing fluids from, splinting, or suppressing bleeding of the alimentary tract. This device may incorporate an integral inflatable balloon for retention or hemostasis. This generic type of device includes the hemostatic bag, irrigation and aspiration catheter (gastric, colonic, etc.), rectal catheter, sterile infant gavage set, gastrointestinal string and tubes to locate internal bleeding, double lumen tube for intestinal decompression or intubation, feeding tube, gastroenterostomy tube, Levine tube, nasogastric tube, single lumen tube with mercury weight balloon for intestinal intubation or decompression, and gastro-urological irrigation tray (for gastrological use).(b)
Classification. (1) Class II (special controls). The barium enema retention catheter and tip with or without a bag that is a gastrointestinal tube and accessory or a gastronomy tube holder accessory is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 876.9.(2) Class I (general controls) for the dissolvable nasogastric feed tube guide for the nasogastric tube. The class I device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 876.9.
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APR 2 6 2012
510(K) SUMMARY
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| Subject Device: | Flexi-Seal® SIGNAL™ Fecal Management System |
|---|---|
| Date Prepared: | 4/24/2012 |
| Applicant: | ConvaTec Inc. |
| 200 Headquarters Park Drive | |
| Skillman, New Jersey 08558 | |
| Contact: | Katrina Fiedler |
| Associate Director, US Regulatory Affairs | |
| ConvaTec Inc. | |
| Tel: 908-904-2541 | |
| Fax: 908-904-2235 | |
| Device Trade Name: | Flexi-Seal® SIGNAL™ Fecal Management System |
| Classification Name: | Gastrointestinal Tube and Accessories (ref. 21 CFR 876.5980; Product Code KNT) |
| Device Class: | Class II |
Predicate Devices:
| Trade Name: | Flexi-Seal® Fecal Management System - ConvaTec Inc. |
|---|---|
| Classification Name: | Gastrointestinal Tube and Accessories (ref. 21 CFR 876.5980; Product Code KNT) |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| 510(k) Substantial Equivalence: | K032734 – determined substantially equivalent on April 8, 2004 |
| Trade Name: | Indwelling Fecal Management System - Bowel Management Systems, LLC |
| Classification Name: | Gastrointestinal Tube and Accessories (ref. 21 CFR 876.5980; Product Code KNT) |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| 510(k) Substantial Equivalence: | K012113 – determined substantially equivalent on May 3, 2002 |
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Device Description:
The Flexi-Seal® SIGNAL™ Fecal Management System is comprised of a soft catheter tube assembly, a Luer Syringe, a collection bag with filter and a cinch clamp to pinch off flow in the catheter when required for medication retention. The components are contained in a snap closed tray.
The catheter main drain tube is fabricated from collapsible silicone rubber. The drain tube has a low-pressure polyurethane or silicone retention balloon at the distal end and a connector for attaching a collection bag (provided with the device and separately) at the proximal end. There is a recess under the balloon for the clinician's finger allowing the device to be positioned digitally.
Two ports are attached to the side of the catheter. One port is used to inflate the retention balloon with water or saline after the device has been inserted into the patient's rectum. This port also provides a visual and tactile signal of when the low pressure retention balloon is filled to its optimal volume. The other port is used to flush the device if needed and administer medication, if prescribed.
A syringe (provided with the device) is used to fill and evacuate the retention balloon for insertion and removal.
The device, collection bay and syringe are intended for single us, are provided nonsterile, and have no components made with animal products, natural rubber latex or DEHP.
This 510(k) concerns modifications to the indications for use, materials and design featured with the predecessor device, the ConvaTec Fecal Management System (ref. K032734).
Intended use:
The Flexi-Seal® SIGNAL™ Fecal Management System is an indwelling fecal management catheter intended for use to manage fecal incontinence through the collection of liquid to semi-liquid stool and to provide access to administer medications.
Summary of Technological Characteristics:
The Flexi-Seal® SIGNAL™ Fecal Management System has the same intended use and indications for use but with the addition of the access to administer medication. The approximate geometry of the new device is the same as the predicate devices. The materials and construction are the same as the predicate devices with the exception of a polyurethane balloon version additional to the original silicone retention balloon. This just provides an alternate substitute material for the retention balloon. The only differences in operation between the Flexi-Seal® SIGNAL™ Fecal Management System and the predicate devices are the use of a port to gather samples rather than the bay coupling and the use of an external separate cinch clamp to retard waste flow when desired. One of the predicate devices Indwelling Fecal Management System (ref. K012113) uses an internal inflatable balloon to block flow and has a sampling port.
Summary of Performance (Non-Clinical Testing) Data:
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Non-clinical testing of the subject device for functional and structural parameters has been performed. In this testing, the device's performance has been found to be substantially equivalent to the aforcmentioned predicate devices both functionally and structurally (material strength, catheter size, balloon size, etc.). The device has also been evaluated for biocompatibility in accordance with the US Food and Drug Administration's guidance entitled Use of International Standard ISO-10993, 'Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 1: Evaluation and Testing', issued May 1, 1995, and has been found safe in such respect for its intended use.
In conclusion, the subject device has been demonstrated as safe and effective and substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Ms. Katrina Fiedler Associate Director. US Regulatory Affairs ConvaTec Inc. 200 Headquarters Park Drive SKILLMAN NJ 08558
APR 2 6 2012
Re: K112342
Trade/Device Name: Flexi-Seal® SIGNALTM Fecal Management System (FMS) Regulation Number: 21 CFR§ 876.5980 Regulation Name: Gastrointestinal tube and accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KNT Dated: March 27, 2012 Received: March 29, 2012
Dear Ms. Fiedler:
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. 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 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 or any I vathar sthates that stequirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical
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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/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
Bariano K. torkin
Benjamin R. Fisher, Ph.D. Director Division of Reproductive, Gastro-Renal, and Urological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications For Use
510(K) Number (if known): Not yet assigned
Device Name: Flexi-Seal® SIGNALTM Fecal Management System (FMS)
Indication for Use:
For use to manage fecal incontinence through the collection of liquid to semi-liquid stool and to provide access to administer medications.
Prescription Use XX (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)
Hubert Reum
Division Sign-Off vision of Reproductive, Gastro-Renal, Urological Devices 510(k) Number