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The AXIOS Stent is indicated for use to facilitate transgastric or transduodenal endoscopic drainage of symptomatic pancreatic pseudocysts ≥6cm in size, and symptomatic Walled Off Necrosis ≥6cm in size, with ≥70% fluid content, that are adherent to the gastric or bowel wall. Once placed, the AXIOS stent functions as an access port allowing passage of standard and therapeutic endoscopes to facilitate debridement, irrigation and cystoscopy. The stent is intended for implantation up to 60 days and should be removed upon confirmation of pseudocyst or Walled Off Necrosis resolution.
The AXIOS Stent and Delivery System and the AXIOS Stent and Electrocautery Enhanced Delivery System are discussed below and presented in Table 5 - 1 . There have been no changes to the AXIOS Stent or the delivery systems; it is identical to the stent and delivery systems cleared in 510(k) K152572 and K150692.
AXIOS Stent:
The AXIOS Stent and Delivery System is designed to secure the apposition of tissue, minimize stent displacement and create a large access/drainage lumen.
AXIOS Non-Cautery Delivery System:
The stent is preloaded within the AXIOS delivery catheter. The Delivery System consists of a catheter and an integrated handle with manual controls for positioning and deploying the AXIOS stent. The Delivery System is designed to be used in the gastrointestinal tract in conjunction with commercially available echoendoscopes with a 3.7 mm diameter or larger working channel and is compatible with commercially-available 0.035-inch insulated endoscopic guidewires.
AXIOS Electro-Cautery Enhanced Delivery System:
The stent is preloaded onto the AXIOS delivery catheter. The Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System consists of a catheter and an integrated handle with manual controls for positioning and deploying the AXIOS stent. The Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System is designed to be used in the gastrointestinal tract in conjunction with commercially available echoendoscopes with a 3.7 mm diameter or larger working channel and is compatible with commercially-available 0.035-inch insulated endoscopic guidewires.
This document is a 510(k) submission for the AXIOS Stent and Delivery System, seeking to update its Indications for Use. The submission argues that no new performance data is required because the proposed changes align with existing clinical guidelines and previous IDE studies have already established safety and effectiveness for similar conditions.
Here's the breakdown of the information requested:
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
| Acceptance Criteria | Reported Device Performance |
|---|---|
| Not applicable. | Not applicable. |
Note: This 510(k) submission is for a revised indication for use based on aligning with existing clinical guidelines and previously established safety and effectiveness through IDE studies. It is not a submission presenting new performance data against specific acceptance criteria for a new device or a significant modification requiring new performance testing.
2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance
This document does not describe a new test set or sample size for this specific 510(k) submission. The revision is based on:
- Data Provenance: Clinical guidelines from "Classification of acute pancreatitis- 2012: revision of the Atlanta classification and definitions by international consensus".
- Previous Studies: IDEs G110068 and G130266, which established safety and effectiveness for similar conditions. The sample sizes and data provenance for these IDE studies are not detailed in this document.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Qualifications of Those Experts
This document does not detail experts used for a new test set. The basis for the revised indication relies on:
- Clinical Guidelines: "Classification of acute pancreatitis- 2012: revision of the Atlanta classification and definitions by international consensus". This consensus would have been established by a group of medical experts in the field of pancreatitis. Their specific number and qualifications are not detailed here, but such guidelines are typically developed by leading specialists (e.g., gastroenterologists, interventional endoscopists, surgeons).
4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set
Not applicable, as no new test set is described or analyzed in this 510(k) submission. The revision is based on existing clinical consensus and previous IDE study findings.
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
Not applicable. This device is a medical stent and delivery system, not an AI-powered diagnostic or interpretive tool. Therefore, an MRMC study related to human reader performance with AI assistance is irrelevant.
6. If a Standalone (i.e., algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done
Not applicable. This device is a medical stent and delivery system, not an algorithm.
7. The Type of Ground Truth Used
The "ground truth" for the revised indication is based on:
- Expert Consensus/Clinical Guidelines: The "Classification of acute pancreatitis- 2012: revision of the Atlanta classification and definitions by international consensus". This is a form of expert consensus derived from clinical research and practice.
- Outcomes Data from Previous IDEs: The safety and effectiveness were established via IDEs G110068 and G130266, which would have involved collecting patient outcomes data.
8. The Sample Size for the Training Set
Not applicable. This document does not describe a training set as it's not an AI/machine learning device. The previous IDE studies (G110068 and G130266) would have had patient cohorts, but their sizes for "training" purposes (if considered in the broader sense of informing device development) are not detailed here.
9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set was Established
Not applicable. As noted above, there is no "training set" in the context of an AI/machine learning device. The "ground truth" for the device's efficacy and safety was established through the clinical outcomes and data collected during the IDE studies (G110068 and G130266). These studies would have involved clinical assessments, imaging, and potentially pathology or other diagnostic measures to define the conditions being treated and the success of the treatment.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
December 11, 2015
Boston Scientific Corporation Ashley Santos Regulatory Affairs Manager 100 Boston Scientific Way Marlborough, MA 01752
Re: K153088
Trade/Device Name: AXIOS Stent and Delivery System and AXIOS Stent and Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System Regulation Number: 21 CFR§ 876.5015 Regulation Name: Pancreatic drainage stent and delivery system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: PCU. KNS Dated: October 21, 2015 Received: October 26, 2015
Dear Ashley Santos,
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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Sincerely yours,
Benjamin R. Fisher -S
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) Unknown K153088
Device Name
AXIOS Stent and Delivery System and AXIOS Stent and Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The AXIOS Stent is indicated for use to facilitate transgastric or transduodenal endoscopic drainage of symptomatic pancreatic pseudocysts ≥6cm in size, and symptomatic Walled Off Necrosis ≥6cm in size, with ≥70% fluid content, that are adherent to the gastric or bowel wall. Once placed, the AXIOS stent functions as an access port allowing passage of standard and therapeutic endoscopes to facilitate debridement, irrigation and cystoscopy. The stent is intended for implantation up to 60 days and should be removed upon confirmation of pseudocyst or Walled Off Necrosis resolution.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) |
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| ☑ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) |
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| ☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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SECTION 5 510(k) SUMMARY
510(k) SUMMARY
1. SUBMITTER:
Boston Scientific Corporation 100 Boston Scientific Way Marlborough, MA 01752
Primary Contact: Ashley Santos Sr. Regulatory Affairs Manager Telephone: 508-683-4359 Fax: 508-683-5939
Secondary Contact: Jennifer Kimball Director, Regulatory Affairs Telephone: 508-683-4178 Fax: 508-683-5939
Date Prepared: December 8, 2015
2. DEVICE:
| Name of Device: | AXIOS Stent and Delivery System |
|---|---|
| Common Name: | Pancreatic drainage stent and delivery system |
| Classification Name: | Pancreatic drainage stent and accessories |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CRF 876.5015 |
| Product Code: | PCU |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Name of Device: | AXIOS Stent and Electrocautery Enhanced Delivery System |
|---|---|
| Common Name: | Pancreatic drainage stent and delivery system & endoscopicelectrosurgery device |
| Classification Name: | Pancreatic drainage stent and accessories and endoscopicelectrosurgery accessories |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CRF 876.5015 / 21 CFR 876.4300 |
| Product Code: | PCU/ KNS |
| Classification: | Class II |
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3. PREDICATE DEVICE:
| Name of Device: | AXIOS Stent and Delivery System |
|---|---|
| 510(k) Number: | K152572 |
| Common Name: | Pancreatic drainage stent and delivery system |
| Classification Name: | Pancreatic drainage stent and accessories |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CRF 876.5015 |
| Product Code: | PCU |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Name of Device: | AXIOS Stent and Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System |
| 510(k) Number: | K150692 |
| Common Name: | Pancreatic drainage stent and delivery system & endoscopic electrosurgery device |
| Classification Name: | Pancreatic drainage stent and accessories and endoscopic electrosurgery accessories |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CRF 876.5015 / 21 CFR 876.4300 |
| Product Code: | PCU/ KNS |
| Classification: | Class II |
4. DEVICE DESCRIPTION:
The main features of the AXIOS Stent and Delivery System and the AXIOS Stent and Electrocautery Enhanced Delivery System are discussed below and presented in Table 5 - 1 . There have been no changes to the AXIOS Stent or the delivery systems; it is identical to the stent and delivery systems cleared in 510(k) K152572 and K150692.
AXIOS Stent:
The AXIOS Stent and Delivery System is designed to secure the apposition of tissue, minimize stent displacement and create a large access/drainage lumen.
AXIOS Non-Cautery Delivery System:
The stent is preloaded within the AXIOS delivery catheter. The Delivery System consists of a catheter and an integrated handle with manual controls for positioning and deploying the AXIOS stent. The Delivery System is designed to be used in the gastrointestinal tract in conjunction with commercially available echoendoscopes with a 3.7 mm diameter or larger working channel and is compatible with commercially-available 0.035-inch insulated endoscopic guidewires.
AXIOS Electro-Cautery Enhanced Delivery System:
The stent is preloaded onto the AXIOS delivery catheter. The Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System consists of a catheter and an integrated handle with manual controls for positioning and deploying the AXIOS stent. The Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System is designed to be used in the gastrointestinal tract in conjunction with commercially available echoendoscopes with a 3.7 mm diameter or larger working channel and is compatible with commercially-available 0.035-inch insulated endoscopic guidewires.
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The Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System connects with an off-the shelf electrosurgical unit or generator that is compliant to IEC 60601-1-2 and IEC 60601-2-2. The generator must be installed and put into service according to the EMC information provided in the generator manufacturer's guidance and declaration for electromagnetic compatibility.
Cables and patient return electrodes that are specified by generator manufacturer must be use for connection. The AXIOS Stent with Electrocautery Enhanced Delivery System is provided sterile, disposable and intended for single use. The Electrocautery Enhanced AXIOS Delivery System is IEC compliant.
| Component/Design | Feature Description |
|---|---|
| Catheter | Provided sterile, for single-patient use Working Length:139cm Non-cautery Delivery System 138cm Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System Outer Diameter 10.8 Fr Fluoroscopy: AXIOS stent is contained between two (2) |
| Handle | Staged delivery system for precise stent placement ⇒ Two (2)-step release of each flange, including a full "stop" ⇒ Lock-out after the release of the first flange, preventing unintended deployment of the second flange |
| GuidewireCompatibility | 0.035" insulated guidewires |
| EndoscopeCompatibility | Compatible with 3.7 mm diameter or larger working channel Delivery system is luer-locked to the proximal end of the biopsy port of the endoscope |
| AXIOS Stent | |
| AXIOS Stent Design | Bi-flange or double anchor for Staged and Precise positioning Flange/anchor designed to: ⇒ hold tissue layers in apposition ⇒ prevent migration MR conditional Provided sterile, for single-patient use |
| AXIOS Stent Lumen | Large stent lumen diameter and short flow path/conduit to ⇒ Facilitate passive efficient drainage ⇒ Facilitate passage of endoscopic tools for assessment and treatment |
| AXIOS Stent Material | Nitinol (Nickel-Titanium) ⇒ Shape memory and superelasticity for controlled placement and optimal deployment ⇒ Corrosion resistant and biocompatible |
| AXIOS Stent Covering | Fully covered with Silicone ⇒ Well tolerated by surrounding tissue to minimize tissue ingrowth ⇒ Provides leak protection and minimizes tissue ingrowth allowing for atraumatic stent removal |
Table 5-1: AXIOS Stent and Delivery System - Main Features
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| AXIOS Stent Visualization | The Stent is delivered constrained within a delivery system and deployed under visualization ⇒ EUS confirmation of first flange deployment ⇒ Direct endoscopic or EUS viewing of second flange deployment ⇒ Radiopacity of Nitinol allows fluoroscopy of deployed stent |
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| --------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
5. INDICATIONS FOR USE:
The AXIOS Stent is indicated for use to facilitate transgastric or transduodenal endoscopic drainage of symptomatic pancreatic pseudocysts ≥6cm in size, and symptomatic Walled Off Necrosis ≥6cm in size, with ≥70% fluid content, that are adherent to the gastric or bowel wall. Once placed, the AXIOS stent functions as an access port allowing passage of standard and therapeutic endoscopes to facilitate debridement. irrigation and cystoscopy. The stent is intended for implantation up to 60 days and should be removed upon confirmation of pseudocyst or Walled Off Necrosis resolution.
COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE 6. PREDICATE DEVICE:
There are no differences in the technological characteristics between the proposed device and the predicate AXIOS Stent with Delivery System (K152572) and AXIOS Stent with Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System (K150692). The purpose of this Traditional 510(k) is to request clarification to the AXIOS indication for use. The physical device will remain unchanged from the predicates K152572 and K150692, but the revision to the indication requires a change to the product labeling. All other design specifications remain unchanged. Tables 5-2 and 5-3 include a technological comparison of the proposed device against the predicate device.
| Table 5-2: AXIOS and Delivery System Technological Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|
| Characteristic | Subject DeviceAXIOS Stent and Delivery System | Primary Predicate AXIOS Stent andDelivery System K152572 |
| Intended Use /Indicationsfor Use | The AXIOS Stent is indicated foruse to facilitate transgastric ortransduodenal endoscopic drainageof symptomatic pancreaticpseudocysts $≥6cm$ in size, andsymptomatic Walled Off Necrosis$≥6cm$ in size, with $≥70%$ fluidcontent, that are adherent to thegastric or bowel wall. Once placed,the AXIOS stent functions as anaccess port allowing passage ofstandard and therapeutic endoscopesto facilitate debridement, irrigationand cystoscopy. The stent isintended for implantation up to 60days and should be removed uponconfirmation of pseudocyst orWalled Off Necrosis resolution. | To facilitate transgastric ortransduodenal endoscopic drainageof symptomatic pancreaticpseudocysts $≥ 6cm$ in size, with $≥ 70%$ fluid content that are adherentto the gastric or bowel wall. Onceplaced, the AXIOS Stent functionsas an access port allowing passageof standard and therapeuticendoscopes to facilitatedebridement, irrigation andcystoscopy. The stent is intendedfor implantation up to 60 days andshould be removed uponconfirmation of pseudocystresolution. |
| Outer Catheter Length | 139 cm | Same |
| Outer Catheter Shaft | 10.8 Fr | Same |
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| Inner Catheter Sheath | 9 Fr with preloaded Stent | Same |
|---|---|---|
| Guidewire | 0.035” | Same |
| Endoscope | Compatible with 3.7 mm | Same |
| Placement Site | Transgastric or transduodenal walland into a pancreatic pseudocyst orWalled Off Necrosis | Transgastric or transduodenal walland into a pancreatic pseudocyst |
| Pseudocyst/Walled | ≥ 6cm in size | Same |
| Mode of Access orOperation | Access path at placement site iscreatedusing conventional accesstools. After access, deploy theAXIOS Stent using a two stageprocess. Distal stent flange firstfollowed by the proximal flange. | Same |
| Stent DeploymentMechanism | Deployed via handle controls. Distalstent flange first followed by theproximal flange. | Same |
| Sterilization | Ethylene Oxide (EO) | Ethylene Oxide (EO) |
| Characteristic | Subject Device AXIOS Stent withElectro-cautery Enhanced DeliverySystem | Primary Predicate Device AXIOSStent with Electro-cauteryEnhanced DeliverySystem(K150692) |
|---|---|---|
| Intended Use /Indicationsfor Use | The AXIOS Stent is indicated foruse to facilitate transgastric ortransduodenal endoscopic drainageof symptomatic pancreaticpseudocysts ≥6cm in size, andsymptomatic Walled Off Necrosis≥6cm in size, with ≥70% fluidcontent, that are adherent to thegastric or bowel wall. Once placed,the AXIOS stent functions as anaccess port allowing passage ofstandard and therapeutic endoscopesto facilitate debridement, irrigationand cystoscopy. The stent isintended for implantation up to 60days and should be removed uponconfirmation of pseudocyst orWalled Off Necrosis resolution. | To facilitate transgastric ortransduodenal endoscopic drainageof symptomatic pancreaticpseudocysts ≥ 6cm in size, with ≥70% fluid content that are adherentto the gastric or bowel wall. Onceplaced, the AXIOS Stent functionsas an access port allowing passageof standard and therapeuticendoscopes to facilitatedebridement, irrigation andcystoscopy. The stent is intendedfor implantation up to 60 days andshould be removed uponconfirmation of pseudocystresolution. |
| Outer Catheter Length | 138 cm | Same |
| Outer Catheter Shaft | 10.8 Fr | Same |
| Guidewire | 0.035" | Same |
| Endoscope | Compatible with 3.7 mm | Same |
| Placement Site | Transgastric or transduodenal walland into a pancreatic pseudocyst orWalled Off Necrosis | Transgastric or transduodenal walland into a pancreatic pseudocyst |
| Pseudocyst/Walled | > 6cm in size | Same |
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| Mode of Access orOperation | Electrosurgically punctures hole at the placement site. After access, deploy the AXIOS Stent using a two stage process. Distal stent flange first followed by the proximal flange. | Same |
|---|---|---|
| Stent DeploymentMechanism | Deployed via handle controls. Distal stent flange first followed by the proximal flange. | Same |
| Cutting Current | 80-120 Watts | Same |
| Sterilization | Ethylene Oxide (EO) | Same |
7. PERFORMANCE DATA:
Non-Clinical Testing:
No performance data was required for this submission.
Clinical Data:
The published clinical guidelines identified in the "Classification of acute pancreatitis- 2012: revision of the Atlanta classification and definitions by international consensus", was the basis for requesting the revision to the indication for use. BSC is requesting to clarify the AXIOS indication for use to align with the "fluid collection" classifications identified in this clinical article. The safety and effectiveness of the AXIOS stent when used for drainage of encapsulated pancreatic collections >6cm in size, with >70% fluid content/ <30% necrotic material that are adherent to the gastric or bowel wall, which includes symptomatic pancreatic pseudocysts and symptomatic Walled Off Necrosis has been established via IDEs G110068 and G130266. Therefore, no additional clinical data is required to support the revision to this indication for use statement.
8. CONCLUSION:
The revised indication for use that Boston Scientific Corporation is requesting for the proposed AXIOS Stent with Delivery System and AXIOS Stent with Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System is to align with the "fluid collection" definitions identified in the "Classification of acute pancreatitis- 2012: revision of the Atlanta classification and definitions by international consensus". The revised indication for use does not raise new questions of safety and effectiveness. The safety and effectiveness of the proposed AXIOS Stent with Delivery System and AXIOS Stent with Electro-cautery Enhanced Delivery System has been established.
Banks, Peter A., "Classification of acute pancreatitis- 2012: revision of the Atlanta classifications by international consensus" published in Gut 2013, Volume 62, pgs. 102-111.
§ 876.5015 Pancreatic drainage stent and delivery system.
(a)
Identification. A pancreatic drainage stent is a prescription device that consists of a self-expanding, covered, metallic stent, intended for placement to facilitate transmural endoscopic drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts. This stent is intended to be removed upon confirmation of pseudocyst resolution. This device may also include a delivery system.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) The device and elements of the delivery device that may contact the patient must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(2) Performance data must demonstrate the sterility of patient-contacting components of the device.
(3) Performance data must support the shelf life of the device by demonstrating continued sterility, package integrity, and device functionality over the requested shelf life.
(4) Non-clinical testing data must demonstrate that the stent and delivery system perform as intended under anticipated conditions of use. The following performance characteristics must be tested:
(i) Deployment testing of the stent and delivery system must be conducted under simulated use conditions.
(ii) Removal force testing must be conducted. The removal force testing must demonstrate that the stent can be safely removed, and that the stent will remain in place when subjected to forces encountered during use.
(iii) Expansion force testing must be conducted. The expansion force must demonstrate that the forces exerted by the stent will not damage the tissue surrounding the stent.
(iv) Compression force testing must be conducted. The compression force must demonstrate that the stent will withstand the forces encountered during use.
(v) Dimensional verification testing must be conducted.
(vi) Tensile testing of joints and materials must be conducted. The minimum acceptance criteria must be adequate for its intended use.
(vii) Fatigue testing must be conducted. Material strength must demonstrate that the stent will withstand forces encountered during use.
(viii) Corrosion testing must be conducted. Corrosion resistance must demonstrate that the stent will withstand conditions encountered during use.
(5) Non-clinical testing must evaluate the compatibility of the stent in a magnetic resonance (MR) environment.
(6) Well-documented clinical experience must demonstrate safe and effective use, and capture any adverse events observed during clinical use.
(7) Labeling must include the following:
(i) Appropriate instructions, warnings, cautions, limitations, and information related to the safe use of the device, including deployment of the device, maintenance of the drainage lumen, and removal of the device.
(ii) A warning that the safety and patency of the stent has not been established beyond the duration of the documented clinical experience.
(iii) Specific instructions and the qualifications and clinical training needed for the safe use of the device, including deployment of the device, maintenance of the drainage lumen, and removal of the device.
(iv) Information on the patient population for which the device has been demonstrated to be effective.
(v) A detailed summary of the clinical experience pertinent to use of the device.
(vi) A detailed summary of the device technical parameters.
(vii) A detailed summary of the device- and procedure-related complications pertinent to use of the device.
(viii) An expiration date/shelf life.