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FlashPak® is a reusable rigid container system to be used during immediate use steam sterilization (IUSS or flash) by hospitals and healthcare facilities. It is intended to enable sterilization of the enclosed devices and prevent recontamination during immediate transport to the point of use. The container is compatible with gravity-displacement steam sterilization using a 10 minute cycle at 132° C for porous items with lumens or a 3 minute cycle at 132° C for nonporous items like routine metal instruments. The container is also compatible with pre-vacuum steam sterilization using a 4 minute cycle at 132° C for porous items with lumens or a 3 minute cycle for nonporous items like routine metal instruments. FlashPak is recommended for sterilization of lumens with the following limits: gravity-displacement (5.5mm inner diameter or larger and up to 184mm in length), pre-vacuum (1mm inner diameter or larger and up to 203mm in length).
FlashPak® Model/Maximum Instrument Load Weight Recommendation:
9020 w/ 9020-08 Basket - Gravity 3 pounds (1.36 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 3 pounds (1.36 Kg)
9030 w/ 9030-08 Basket - Gravity 10 pounds (4.55 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 10 pounds (4.55 Kg)
9040 w/ 9040-08 Basket - Gravity 14 pounds (6.35 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 14 pounds (6.35 Kg)
9050 w/ 9050-08 Basket - Gravity 16 pounds (7.27 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 16 pounds (7.27 Kg)
The FlashPak Container System consists of a Radel® lid and base that together fully enclose a removable metal wire basket that holds items to be sterilized. A silicone gasket creates an air tight seal between the lid and base by means of metal latches. Two pressure actuated valves; one in the center of the lid and one in the center of the base, allow ingress and egress of steam sterilant into the container during the sterilization cycle and when closed form an airtight enclosure against separate silicone seals. The container comes in four sizes and is indicated for use with gravity-displacement and dynamic-air-removal sterilization modes recommended in ANSI/AAMI ST79 for immediate use steam sterilization (IUSS). Approved chemical indicators are recommended for use during each sterilization cycle.
Here's a breakdown of the acceptance criteria and study information for the FlashPak® Sterilization Container System, based on the provided document:
This document is a 510(k) premarket notification for a medical device. This type of submission focuses on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device, rather than proving novel effectiveness. Therefore, the "study" described is a validation of additional sterilization parameters rather than a comparative effectiveness study in the typical sense of AI/human reader performance.
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance:
The primary acceptance criteria for this submission are based on the successful demonstration of sterilization efficacy for the newly added sterilization cycles. The existing acceptance criteria for the device's physical and chemical properties, material compatibility, and microbial barrier properties are implicitly met because the device itself is physically identical to the previously cleared predicate.
| Acceptance Criteria (for added sterilization cycles) | Reported Device Performance |
|---|---|
| Sterilization Efficacy (Gravity-displacement Cycle - 3 min): | No microbial growth observed in three half-cycle runs. Achieved SAL of 10⁻⁶. |
| Sterilization Efficacy (Dynamic-air-removal Cycle - 3 min): | No microbial growth observed in three half-cycle runs. Achieved SAL of 10⁻⁶. |
| Sterilant Penetration: | Three thermal mapping studies for each of the two sterilization modes demonstrating a precise match (within seconds) between the chamber and container temperature profiles. |
| Microbial Barrier (Packaging Integrity): | The current container design and its performance were deemed acceptable, as it's the same as the predicate device which passed a microbial aerosol challenge test. |
2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance:
- Test Set: Biological indicators (BIs) with Geobacillus Stearothermophilus were used for efficacy testing. The document states "Half cycles were run three times for each sterilization mode, gravity displacement and dynamic-air removal." This means a total of 6 half-cycle runs were performed (3 for gravity-displacement, 3 for dynamic-air-removal). The number of BIs per run is not explicitly stated, but they were placed "throughout the container among the devices and four devices were directly inoculated."
- Data Provenance: The study was conducted by Symmetry Surgical, Inc. (the manufacturer) for their device. The provenance is internal, prospective testing conducted to validate the new sterilization parameters. No country of origin is specified for the data itself, but the company is located in Antioch, TN, USA.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish Ground Truth and Qualifications:
- Number of Experts: Not applicable in the context of this device and study. The "ground truth" for sterilization efficacy is the sterility assurance level (SAL) achieved, which is a microbiological outcome determined through standardized laboratory testing, not expert consensus.
- Qualifications of Experts: N/A.
4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set:
- Adjudication Method: Not applicable. Sterilization efficacy is an objective outcome based on microbial growth, not a subjective interpretation requiring adjudication. Positive and negative controls were concurrently processed and passed, indicating proper test execution.
5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance:
- MRMC Study: No. This device is a sterilization container, not a diagnostic imaging device or an AI-powered tool that assists human readers.
6. If a Standalone (i.e., algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done:
- Standalone Study: Not applicable. This is a physical medical device, not an algorithm.
7. The Type of Ground Truth Used:
- Ground Truth: Microbiological outcome data, specifically the absence of microbial growth on biological indicators after sterilization and incubation, demonstrating a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10⁻⁶. Thermal mapping data provided evidence of sterilant penetration.
8. The Sample Size for the Training Set:
- Training Set Sample Size: Not applicable. This is a physical device; there is no "training set" in the context of machine learning. The device was developed and validated through engineering design, material science, and microbiological testing, not machine learning.
9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established:
- Ground Truth Establishment for Training Set: Not applicable. As there is no training set, there is no corresponding ground truth to establish in that context.
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Symmetry Surgical, Inc. Mr. Christopher Smith, RAC Senior Director of QA/RA 3034 Owen Drive Antioch, TN 37013
Re: K141826
Trade/Device Name: FlashPak® Sterilization Container System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6850 Regulation Name: Sterilization Wrap Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FRG Dated: February 18, 2015 Received: February 23, 2015
Dear Mr. Smith:
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.
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K141826
Device Name FlashPak® Sterilization Container System
Indications for Use (Describe)
FlashPak® is a reusable rigid container system to be used during immediate use steam sterilization (IUSS or flash) by hospitals and healthcare facilities. It is intended to enable sterilization of the enclosed devices and prevent recontamination during immediate transport to the point of use. The container is compatible with gravity-displacement steam sterilization using a 10 minute cycle at 132° C for porous items with lumens or a 3 minute cycle at 132° C for nonporous items like routine metal instruments. The containle with pre-vacum steam sterilization using a 4 minute cycle at 132° C for porous items with lumens or a 3 minute cycle for nonporous items like routine metal instruments. FlashPak® is recommended for sterilization of lumens with the following limits: gravity-displacement (5.5mm inner diameter or larger and up to 184mm in length), pre-vacuum (1mm inner diameter or larger and up to 203mm in length).
FlashPak® Model/Maximum Instrument Load Weight Recommendation:
9020 w/ 9020-08 Basket - Gravity 3 pounds (1.36 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 3 pounds (1.36 Kg)
9030 w/ 9030-08 Basket - Gravity 10 pounds (4.55 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 10 pounds (4.55 Kg)
9040 w/ 9040-08 Basket - Gravity 14 pounds (6.35 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 14 pounds (6.35 Kg)
9050 w/ 9050-08 Basket - Gravity 16 pounds (7.27 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 16 pounds (7.27 Kg)
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
区 Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510K Summary of Safety and Effectiveness (Per 21 CFR 807.92)
General Company Information
| Company Name: | Symmetry Surgical |
|---|---|
| Company Address: | 3034 Owen Drive |
| Antioch, TN 37013 | |
| Company Telephone: | 615-964-5392 |
| Contact: | Christopher M. Smith |
| Sr. Director of QA/RA | |
| Contact Address & Telephone: | 3034 Owen Drive |
| Antioch, TN 37013 | |
| 615-964-5392 | |
| Date: | April 2, 2015 |
| Device Trade Name: | FlashPak® Sterilization Container System |
| Common Name: | Wrap, Sterilization |
| Classification, Regulation # andProduct Code: | Class II - 880.6850 - FRG |
| Predicate Device: | FlashPak® Sterilization Container System, K113776 |
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Device Description:
The FlashPak Container System consists of a Radel® lid and base that together fully enclose a removable metal wire basket that holds items to be sterilized. A silicone gasket creates an air tight seal between the lid and base by means of metal latches. Two pressure actuated valves; one in the center of the lid and one in the center of the base, allow ingress and egress of steam sterilant into the container during the sterilization cycle and when closed form an airtight enclosure against separate silicone seals. The container comes in four sizes and is indicated for use with gravity-displacement and dynamic-air-removal sterilization modes recommended in ANSI/AAMI ST79 for immediate use steam sterilization (IUSS). Approved chemical indicators are recommended for use during each sterilization cycle.
Intended Use:
The intended use of the predicate device was changed to add additional steam sterilizations. The 3 minute gravity displacement cycle at 132 ºC and 3 minute dynamic-air removal cycle at 132 ºC were validated and added to the following intended use statement.
"FlashPak® is a reusable rigid container system to be used during immediate use steam sterilization (IUSS or flash) by hospitals and healthcare facilities. It is intended to enable sterilization of the enclosed devices and prevent recontamination during immediate transport to the point of use. The container is compatible with gravitydisplacement steam sterilization using a 10 minute cycle at 132° C for porous items with lumens or a 3 minute cycle at 132° C for nonporous items like routine metal instruments. The container is also compatible with pre-vacuum steam sterilization using a 4 minute cycle at 132° C for porous items with lumens or a 3 minute cycle for nonporous items like routine metal instruments. FlashPak is recommended for sterilization of lumens with the following limits: gravity-displacement (5.5mm inner diameter or larger and up to 184mm in length), pre-vacuum (1mm inner diameter or larger and up to 203mm in length).
FlashPak® Model/Maximum Instrument Load Weight Recommendation:
| 9020 w/9020-08 Basket - Gravity 3 pounds (1.36 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 3 pounds (1.36 Kg) |
|---|
| 9030 w/9030-08 Basket - Gravity 10 pounds (4.55 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 10 pounds (4.55Kg) |
| 9040 w/9040-08 Basket - Gravity 14 pounds (6.35 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 14 pounds (6.35 Kg) |
| 9050 w/9050-08 Basket - Gravity 16 pounds (7.27 Kg) - Pre-Vacuum 16 pounds (7.27 Kg) |
Substantial Equivalence Discussion
The predicate device is the FlashPak Sterilization Container System cleared under 510(k) #K113776. The predicate device and the subject device are physically identical. They are the same device. The differences between the predicate and the subject device involve the steam sterilization parameters recommended in the instructions for use (IFU) and intended use statement. The subject device has additional immediate use steam sterilization parameters recommended for its use that were taken from ANSI/AAMI ST79 and were validated for efficacy.
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A comparison of the similarities and differences between the predicate device and the subject device is provided in the table below. The table follows the elements of interest defined in the guidance for Industry and FDA—Premarket Notification [510(k)] Submissions for Medical Sterilization Packaging Systems in Health Care Facilities of March 7, 2002.
| ELEMENT | PREDICATE | SUBJECT DEVICE |
|---|---|---|
| Intended Use | FlashPak® is a reusable rigidcontainer system to be used duringflash sterilization by hospitals andhealthcare facilities. It is intendedto enable flash sterilization of theenclosed devices and preventrecontamination during immediatetransport to the point of use. Thecontainer is compatible withgravity-displacement flashsterilization using a 10 minute cycleat 132° C and with pre-vacuumflash sterilization using a 4 minutecycle at 132° C. FlashPak isrecommended for surfacesterilization of stainless steelinstruments and for lumens withthe following limits: gravity-displacement (5.5mm innerdiameter or larger and up to184mm in length), pre-vacuum(1mm inner diameter or larger andup to 203mm in length). | FlashPak® is a reusable rigidcontainer system to be used duringimmediate use steam sterilization(IUSS or flash) by hospitals andhealthcare facilities. It is intendedto enable sterilization of theenclosed devices and preventrecontamination during immediatetransport to the point of use. Thecontainer is compatible withgravity-displacement steamsterilization using a 10 minute cycleat 132° C for porous items anditems with lumens or a 3 minutecycle at 132° C for nonporous itemslike routine metal instruments. Thecontainer is also compatible withpre-vacuum steam sterilizationusing a 4 minute cycle at 132° C forporous items and items withlumens or a 3 minute cycle fornonporous items like routine metalinstruments. FlashPak isrecommended for sterilization oflumens with the following limits:gravity-displacement (5.5mm innerdiameter or larger and up to184mm in length), pre-vacuum(1mm inner diameter or larger andup to 203mm in length). |
| Container:Radel R5000 series base and lid;SS (304) Instrument Basket; | ||
| ELEMENT | PREDICATE | SUBJECT DEVICE |
| Material Composition | SS (304) Latches; | Same as predicate |
| Clear Medical Grade Silicone Gasketand Valve Seal; | ||
| SS (300) Hardware; | ||
| Sintered SS Filter Disk; | ||
| Silicone Lid Vent Button | ||
| Valve: | ||
| SS (304) Bellows; | ||
| SS (316) Bracket | ||
| Physical Properties | Materials used in the FlashPak arecommonly used in many otherlegally marketed sterilization traysand cases. Physical properties ofthe system materials andconstruction have a demonstratedlong history of safe and effectiveuse for this application. | Same as predicate |
| Chemical Properties | Materials used in the FlashPak arecommonly used in many otherlegally marketed sterilization traysand cases. Chemical properties ofthe system materials andconstruction have a demonstratedlong history of safe and effectiveuse for this application. | Same as predicate |
| Configurations/Dimensions | Container Sizes:(11" x 11" x 7") #9020(20" x 11" x 8"), #9030(24" x 11" x 9") #9040(24" x 13" x 9") #9050 | Same as predicate |
| ELEMENT | PREDICATE | SUBJECT DEVICE |
| Air Permeance | N/AContainer operates with valves, nofilters, wraps or perforations | N/A |
| Percent of SurfacePerforations | N/AContainer is not perforated | N/A |
| PERFORMANCE | PREDICATE | NEW DEVICE |
| Sterilant Penetration | Sterilization EfficacyGravity-displacement Cycle:10 minutes at 132°C(270°F) for porous and cannulated devicesDynamic-air-removal Cycle4 minutes at 132°C(270°F) for porous and cannulated devices | Same as predicate with the added indications for:Gravity-displacement Cycle:3 minutes at 132°C(270°F) for nonporous and routine metal devicesDynamic-air-removal Cycle3 minutes at 132°C(270°F) for nonporous and routine metal devices |
| Sterilant PenetrationThree thermal mapping studies for each of the two sterilization modes demonstrating a precise match (within seconds) between the chamber and container temperature profiles. | ||
| Microbial Barrier Properties(Packaging Integrity) | The container completely encapsulates the items sterilized inside with the use of a silicone lid gasket, a silicone lid vent, sintered SS microfilter and silicone valve seals to provide an effective microbial barrier during transport to the point of use immediately | Same as predicate |
| ELEMENT | PREDICATE | SUBJECT DEVICE |
| after sterilization. | ||
| Container passed a microbial aerosol challenge test by preventing microbial ingress during a one hour exposure to aerosolized microbes in a closed chamber. | ||
| Material Compatibility | Materials used in the FlashPak are commonly used in many other legally marketed sterilization trays and cases. The system materials and construction have a demonstrated long history of safe and effective use for this application. | Same as predicate |
| Toxicological Properties(Biocompatibility, includingSterilant Residue Limits) | Materials used are either medical grade polymers or stainless steel. Instruments placed in the container only come in contact with the Stainless Steel wire basket. Cytotoxicity and Intracutaneous Reactivity studies were completed on the final configuration. | Same as predicate |
| N/A | ||
| Shelf Life | FlashPak is intended for immediate use steam sterilization | Same as predicate |
| N/A | ||
| Drying Time | FlashPak is intended for immediate use steam sterilization | Same as predicate |
| Aeration Time & EtOResiduals | N/AFlashPak is only recommended for steam sterilization | N/A |
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Technological Characteristics:
The technological characteristics of the subject device are identical to the predicate since there have been no physical changes made to the device. The materials, manufacturing and fundamental scientific technology are the same.
Performance Data:
The sterilization parameters tested were taken from ANSI/AAMI ST79 for IUSS. Testing consisted of sterilization efficacy studies for the additional sterilizations. The over kill test method described in ISO 17665-1 was applied. A worst case loading configuration was utilized; i.e. maximum recommended weight of routine metal instruments.
| FlashPak Model | Maximum Instrument Load Weight Recommendation | |
|---|---|---|
| Gravity | Pre-Vacuum | |
| 9020w/ 9020-08 Basket | 3 pounds (1.36 Kg) | 3 pounds (1.36 Kg) |
| 9030w/ 9030-08 Basket | 10 pounds (4.55 Kg) | 10 pounds (4.55 Kg) |
| 9040w/ 9040-08 Basket | 14 pounds (6.35 Kg) | 14 pounds (6.35 Kg) |
| 9050w/ 9050-08 Basket | 16 pounds (7.27 Kg) | 16 pounds (7.27 Kg) |
Biologic indicators (Bl) with resistant Geobacillus Stearothermophilus were placed throughout the container among the devices and four devices were directly inoculated. Half cycles were run three times for each sterilization mode, gravity displacement and dynamic-air removal. Following sterilization the Bls were aseptically removed and processed to culture media then incubated to observe for any microbial growth. In every run there was no observed microbial growth indicating an SAL of 10* was achieved. Positive and negative controls were concurrently processed and passed as well.
Conclusion: Performance testing data demonstrates the the FlashPak® Sterilization Container is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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§ 880.6850 Sterilization wrap.
(a)
Identification. A sterilization wrap (pack, sterilization wrapper, bag, or accessories, is a device intended to be used to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a health care provider. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed medical device and also to maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).