K Number
K132464
Device Name
PTFE SURGICAL SUTURE
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2014-02-12

(189 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.5035
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
PTFE Surgical Suture is indicated for use in all types of soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including dental and general surgenes. The device is not in cardiovascular surgery, ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery, and neural tissue.
Device Description
PTFE Surgical Suture
More Information

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The 510(k) summary describes a surgical suture, a physical medical device, and contains no mention of AI, ML, image processing, or data-driven performance metrics typically associated with AI/ML devices.

No
The device is a surgical suture, which is used for soft tissue approximation and ligation, not for treating a disease or condition.

No
The device, PTFE Surgical Suture, is indicated for use in soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, which are therapeutic and reconstructive procedures, not diagnostic ones.

No

The device description clearly states "PTFE Surgical Suture," which is a physical, hardware medical device used for suturing. There is no mention of software functionality.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is for "soft tissue approximation and/or ligation" during surgical procedures. This is a direct surgical intervention on the body.
  • Device Description: The device is a "PTFE Surgical Suture." This is a physical material used to hold tissue together.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention any of the key characteristics of an IVD, such as:
    • Analyzing samples from the human body (blood, urine, tissue, etc.).
    • Providing information about a physiological state, health, disease, or congenital abnormality.
    • Being used in vitro (outside the living body).

IVDs are used to perform tests on samples taken from the body to diagnose or monitor conditions. A surgical suture is a medical device used within the body during surgery.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

PTFE Surgical Suture is indicated for use in all types of soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including dental and general surgenes. The device is not in cardiovascular surgery, ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery, and neural tissue.

Product codes

NBY

Device Description

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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

soft tissue, dental, general surgery

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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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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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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§ 878.5035 Nonabsorbable expanded polytetrafluoroethylene surgical suture.

(a)
Identification. Nonabsorbable expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) surgical suture is a monofilament, nonabsorbable, sterile, flexible thread prepared from ePTFE and is intended for use in soft tissue approximation and ligation, including cardiovascular surgery. It may be undyed or dyed with an approved color additive and may be provided with or without an attached needle(s).(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Surgical Sutures; Guidance for Industry and FDA.” See § 878.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

Public Health Service

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

February 12, 2014

  • Omnia SPA Ms. Marisa Testa Thema s.r.l Via Saragat 5 Imola, Bologna 40026 ITALY
    Re: K132464

Trade/Device Name: PTFE Surgical Suture Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.5035 Regulation Name: Nonabsorbable expanded polytetrafluoroethylene surgical suture Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NBY Dated: January 7, 2014 Received: January 9, 2014

Dear Ms. Testa:

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

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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 contact the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its tollfree number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. 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.goy/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,

David Krause -S

for

Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Acting Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration

Indications for Use

Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement on last page.

510{k) Number (if known) K 132464

Device Name PTFE Surgical Suture

Indications for Use (Describe)

PTFE Surgical Suture is indicated for use in all types of soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including dental and general surgenes. The device is not in cardiovascular surgery, ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery, and neural tissue.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)

[x] Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.

FOR FDA USE ONLY

Concurrence of Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) (Signature)

FORM FDA 3881 (1/14)

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