(126 days)
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No
The description focuses on the electrosurgical mechanism and does not mention any AI/ML components or functionalities.
Yes.
The device is intended to coagulate soft tissue, which is a therapeutic action aimed at treating or managing a medical condition.
No
The device is described as an electrosurgical device used for coagulation/contraction of soft tissue, indicating a therapeutic rather than diagnostic purpose.
No
The device description explicitly details physical components like a plastic handle, electrode shaft, bipolar electrode tip, and integrated cable and plug, indicating it is a hardware device.
Based on the provided text, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- IVD Definition: In vitro diagnostics are tests performed on samples taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, to detect diseases, conditions, or infections.
- Device Function: The Soniquence Bipolar Electrode is an electrosurgical device used during surgery to directly coagulate soft tissue within the patient's body. It applies RF energy to the tissue.
- Lack of Sample Analysis: The device does not analyze samples taken from the body. It interacts directly with the tissue in situ.
The description clearly indicates the device's use in a surgical setting for direct tissue manipulation, which is not the function of an in vitro diagnostic device.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The Soniquence Bipolar Electrode is intended for use by a physician familiar with bipolar coagulation with electrosurgery where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue is needed.
Product codes
GEI
Device Description
The Soniquence Bipolar Electrodes family is a line of disposable bipolar electrosurgical devices which is intended for use by a physician familiar with electrosurgery in bipolar coagulation for general surgery where coagulation of soft tissue is needed. The basic design of the Soniquence Bipolar Electrodes is a plastic handle, an elongated, insulated electrode shaft, a bipolar electrode tip, and an integrated cable and plug which is designed to connect exclusively to the Soniquence line of high-frequency RF energy sources.
The operational principle of the device is common to all active bipolar electrosurgical devices; the active tip of the Soniquence Bipolar Electrode emits RF energy generated according to settings established on the Soniquence RF generator which emits high frequency, low temperature radiowaves directed to the electrode tip. The electrical power operating at radio frequency (RF) is transferred to tissue at the surgical site. This energy is capable of cutting or coagulating target tissue depending on the waveform associated with the mode and power setting of the generator. The devices are disposable and intended for single-use only. The devices are intended for transient contact with the patient, and are provided sterilized by ethylene oxide and has a shelf life of three years from the date of sterilization.
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
Indicated Patient Age Range
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Intended User / Care Setting
physician familiar with bipolar coagulation with electrosurgery
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
The subject device is composed of biocompatible materials, has passed dielectric testing, and performs identical to the predicate devices. Bench tests used ex vivo tissue that included liver, kidney, and muscle tissue. The subject devices were tested to demonstrate the thermal effect on tissue by measuring the width and depth of the thermally damaged zones in relation to tissue type, intensity setting, and duration of activation. The temperature profile of the subject device applicator and cable was recorded during simulation use for the maximum energy delivery duration at the maximum power to demonstrate the maximum applicator surface area and maximum cable surface temperature will be safe to the user and/or to the patient. The peak temperatures of the electrode tips and target tissue/vessels when the device is used for the maximum recommended duration and generator output settings was compared. Based on the results of the various bench tests, it was determined that the subject device-is safe and effective.
Key Metrics
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 878.4400 Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories.
(a)
Identification. An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.(b)
Classification. Class II.
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June 20, 2019
Soniquence, LLC Suzanne Lucas Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist 2473 Grand Avenue Baldwin, New York 11510
Re: K190336
Trade/Device Name: Soniquence Bipolar Electrodes Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: March 22, 2019 Received: March 25, 2019
Dear Suzanne Lucas:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies.combination product submissions. 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.
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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 https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely.
Long Chen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K190336
Device Name Soniquence Bipolar Electrodes
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Soniquence Bipolar Electrode is intended for use by a physician familiar with bipolar coagulation with electrosurgery where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue is needed.
| 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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Exhibit 4. 510(k) SUMMARY
(As required by 21 CFR 807.92(a))
Date Prepared
May 6, 2019
Submitter's Information (807.92(a)(1))
Company Name and Address:
Soniquence, LLC 2473 Grand Avenue Baldwin, NY 11510 Phone: (516) 654-4000 www.soniquence.com
Establishment Registration for Soniquence, LLC will be completed once this 510(k) has been FDA cleared.
Contact Information:
Suzanne Lucas - Regulatory Affairs Phone: (516) 654-8017 Fax: (516) 654-8000 Email: slucas@soniquence.com
Paul D. Buhrke IV- QA/RA Manager Phone: (516) 277-9010 Fax: (516) 277-9011 Email: pbuhrke@elliquence.com
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Device Information (807.92(a)(2))
Trade Name: Soniquence Bipolar Electrodes
Common/Usual Name
Electrosurqical, Cutting & Coaqulation Device & Accessories
Classification Name and Requlation
Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories; 21 CFR 878.4400
Classification Panel
Division of General, Restorative, and Neurological Devices
Device Class/Product Code
FDA Classification: Class 2 FDA Product Code: GEI
Predicate Devices (807.92(a)(3))
Device Description (807.92(a)(4))
The Soniquence Bipolar Electrodes family is a line of disposable bipolar electrosurgical devices which is intended for use by a physician familiar with electrosurgery in bipolar coagulation for general surgery where coagulation of soft tissue is needed. The basic design of the Soniquence Bipolar Electrodes is a plastic handle, an elongated, insulated electrode shaft, a bipolar electrode tip, and an integrated cable and plug which is designed to connect exclusively to the Soniquence line of high-frequency RF energy sources.
The operational principle of the device is common to all active bipolar electrosurgical devices; the active tip of the Soniquence Bipolar Electrode emits RF energy generated according to settings established on the Soniquence RF generator which emits high frequency, low temperature radiowaves directed to the electrode tip. The electrical power operating at radio frequency (RF) is transferred to tissue at the surgical site. This energy is capable of cutting or coagulating target tissue depending on the waveform associated with the mode and power setting of the generator. The devices are disposable and intended for single-use only. The devices are intended for transient contact with the patient, and are provided sterilized by ethylene oxide and has a shelf life of three years from the date of sterilization.
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Intended Use:
The Soniquence Bipolar Electrode is intended for use by a physician familiar with bipolar coagulation with electrosurgery where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue is needed.
Substantial Equivalence Comparison (807.92(a)(6))
The Soniquence Bipolar Electrodes are substantially equivalent in intended use and identical in technological characteristics to the Meddusa Bipolar System (K130110), and the Bipolar Trigger-Flex Electrode (K003126). An extensive comparison chart concerning key characteristics is provided in the Substantial Equivalence section.
Non-Clinical Testing (807.92(b)(1))
The Soniquence Bipolar Electrodes will be manufactured in accordance with the design control requirements of 21 CFR 820.30. Appropriate non-clinical verification and validation activities were planned and conducted in order to address identified risks and ensure the safety and effectiveness of the device. The following tests were successfully performed:
| • IEC 60601-1:2005/(R)2012 and A1:2012 - Medical Electrical Equipment, Part I: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance |
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| • IEC 60601-1-6:2010 (Third Edition) + A1 2013: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance – Collateral standard: Usability |
| • IEC 62366:2007 (First Edition) + A1:2014: Medical devices – Application of usability engineering to medical devices |
| • IEC 60601-1-2:2014 - Medical Electrical Equipment, Part I-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance. Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility |
| • IEC 60601-2-2: 2009 +A11:2011 - Medical electrical equipment – Part 2-2: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of high frequency surgical equipment and high frequency surgical accessories |
| • ISO 11135:2014 - Sterilization of health-care products - Ethylene oxide -Requirements for the development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices |
| • ISO 11737-1:2006 Sterilization of medical products--Microbiological methods--Part 1: Determination of population of microorganisms on product |
| • ISO 11737-2:2009 Sterilization of medical devices--Microbiological methods--Part 2: Tests of sterility performed in the validation of a sterilization process |
| • ISO 11138-1:2006 Sterilization of health care products--Biological indicators--Part1: General Requirements |
| • ISO 11138-2:2006 Sterilization of health care products--Biological indicators--Part2: Biological indicators for ethylene oxide sterilization processes |
| • ISO 10993-7:2008 Biological evaluation of medical device--Part: 7: Ethylene Oxide sterilization residual. |
| • ISO 10993-4:2002+Amd 1 :2006: Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices, Part 4: Selection of test for interactions with blood. |
| • ISO 10993-1 - Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 1: Evaluation and testing |
- 0993-1 -Bloiogical evalua within a risk management process
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- ISO 10993-5 Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 5: Tests for in vitro . cytotoxicity
- ISO 10993-10 Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 10: Tests for irritation and . skin sensitization
- ISO 10993-11 Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 11: Tests for systemic ● toxicitv
- ASTM F1886/F1886M -Standard Test Method for Determining Integrity of Seals for ● Flexible Packaging by Visual Inspection
- ASTM F1929 Standard Test Method for Detecting Seal Leaks in Porous Medical ● Packaging by Dye Penetration
- ASTM F1980 Standard Guide for Accelerated Aging of Sterile Barrier Systems for . Medical Devices
Performance Data
The subject device is composed of biocompatible materials, has passed dielectric testing, and performs identical to the predicate devices. Bench tests used ex vivo tissue that included liver, kidney, and muscle tissue. The subject devices were tested to demonstrate the thermal effect on tissue by measuring the width and depth of the thermally damaged zones in relation to tissue type, intensity setting, and duration of activation. The temperature profile of the subject device applicator and cable was recorded during simulation use for the maximum energy delivery duration at the maximum power to demonstrate the maximum applicator surface area and maximum cable surface temperature will be safe to the user and/or to the patient. The peak temperatures of the electrode tips and target tissue/vessels when the device is used for the maximum recommended duration and generator output settings was compared. Based on the results of the various bench tests, it was determined that the subject device-is safe and effective.
Technological Characteristics
The devices are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices based on a comparison of physical and performance characteristics.
Clinical Testing (807.92(b)(2))
This premarket submission did not rely on the assessment of clinical performance data to demonstrate substantial equivalence.
Conclusion (807.92(b)(3))
ln accordance with the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, 21 CFR Part 807 and based on the similarity to the predicate devices in terms of technology, performance, and indications for use, Soniquence, LLC concludes that the subject device, Soniquence Bipolar Electrodes does not raise any issues of safety or effectiveness and are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices as described above.