K Number
K141227
Device Name
POLARIS PRESSURE ADJUSTABLE VALVE SYSTEM/POLARIS ADJUSTABLE VALVE WITH SIPHONX
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2015-04-02

(325 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
882.5550
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve is designed for the treatment of hydrocephalus by shunting the Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) to the abdominal cavity or right atrium of the heart.
Device Description
Polaris Pressure Adiustable Valve System / Polaris Adjustable Valve with SiphonX / Polaris Adjustment Kit
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The summary describes a mechanical valve system for shunting CSF and contains no mention of AI, ML, or related concepts like image processing or performance metrics typically associated with AI/ML devices.

Yes
The device is designed for the treatment of hydrocephalus by shunting cerebrospinal fluid, which clearly indicates a therapeutic purpose.

No
The device is described as a treatment for hydrocephalus by shunting cerebrospinal fluid, indicating a therapeutic rather than a diagnostic function.

No

The device description clearly states "Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve System / Polaris Adjustable Valve with SiphonX / Polaris Adjustment Kit," indicating hardware components (valve, siphon, adjustment kit) are part of the 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 treat hydrocephalus by shunting CSF within the body. This is a therapeutic intervention, not a diagnostic test performed on samples outside the body.
  • Device Description: The device is a valve system designed to be implanted.
  • Anatomical Site: The device interacts directly with internal anatomical sites (CSF, abdominal cavity, heart).
  • Lack of IVD Indicators: There is no mention of analyzing samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) or performing diagnostic tests.

IVD devices are used to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for the diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, treatment, or alleviation of disease. This device does not fit that description.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve is designed for the treatment of hydrocephalus by shunting the Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) to the abdominal cavity or right atrium of the heart.

Product codes

JXG

Device Description

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Mentions image processing

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Input Imaging Modality

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Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

Prescription Use

Description of the training 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)

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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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§ 882.5550 Central nervous system fluid shunt and components.

(a)
Identification. A central nervous system fluid shunt is a device or combination of devices used to divert fluid from the brain or other part of the central nervous system to an internal delivery site or an external receptacle for the purpose of relieving elevated intracranial pressure or fluid volume (e.g., due to hydrocephalus). Components of a central nervous system shunt include catheters, valved catheters, valves, connectors, and other accessory components intended to facilitate use of the shunt or evaluation of a patient with a shunt.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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

April 2, 2015

Sophysa SA Mr. Gustavo Kobrin Regulatory Consultant 25108 Marguerite Parkway, Suite A-354 Mission Viejo, California 92692

Re: K141227

Trade/Device Name: Polaris Pressure Adiustable Valve System / Polaris Adjustable Valve with SiphonX / Polaris Adjustment Kit Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5550 Regulation Name: Central Nervous System Fluid Shunt and Components Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JXG Dated: February 4, 2015 Received: February 5, 2015

Dear Mr. Gustavo Kobrin:

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 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

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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 Industry and Consumer Education 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. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 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 Industry and Consumer Education 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,

Carlos L. Pena -550/Δ

Carlos L. Peña, PhD, MS Director Division of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K141227

Device Name

Polaris Pressure Adjustable Valve System / Polaris Adjustable Valve with SiphonX / Polaris Adjustment Kit

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Polaris® Adjustable Pressure Valve is designed for the treatment of hydrocephalus by shunting the Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) to the abdominal cavity or right atrium of the heart.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

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

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