K Number
K192694
Device Name
PAL Single-Use Cannulas
Date Cleared
2020-05-14

(231 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.5040
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
MicroAire® PAL® Single-Use Cannulas are indicated for the removal of tissue or fluid from the body during general surgical procedures, including suction lipoplasty for the purpose of aesthetic body contouring.
Device Description
The MicroAire® PAL liposuction family of instruments is intended to be used for the removal of tissue or fluid from the body during general surgical procedures, including suction Lipoplasty for the purpose of aesthetic body contouring. The MicroAire® PAL Single-Use Cannulas consists of stainless-steel cannula with a plastic hub which attaches to the MicroAire® PAL-730 Manual Wand and has a connection for a standard vacuum (suction) tubing. The MicroAire® Single-Use Cannulas are supplied sterile by the manufacturer through a validated gamma irradiation process. The Single-Use Cannula are offered in various diameters (2.4, 3.0, 4 and 5.0mm diameters), lengths (15, 22, and 30 cm) and with various types of distal fenestrations (Single Port, Mercedes, Bent Flared Mercedes, Double Mercedes, Bent Mercedes, Tri-Port III, Helixed Tri-Port III, Spatula, Multi-Hole, Del Vecchio Track-12).
More Information

No
The device description and performance studies focus on mechanical and material properties, sterilization, and biocompatibility, with no mention of AI/ML or related concepts.

No
The device is indicated for aesthetic body contouring (suction lipoplasty), which is not considered a therapeutic indication.

No

The device is indicated for the removal of tissue or fluid during general surgical procedures, specifically suction lipoplasty, which is a therapeutic rather than a diagnostic function.

No

The device description clearly states it is a stainless-steel cannula with a plastic hub, which are physical hardware components.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is for the "removal of tissue or fluid from the body during general surgical procedures, including suction lipoplasty for the purpose of aesthetic body contouring." This describes a surgical instrument used in vivo (within the body) for a physical procedure.
  • Device Description: The description details a surgical cannula used for aspiration (suction). It connects to a vacuum source and is inserted into the body.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: An IVD device is used in vitro (outside the body) to examine specimens (like blood, urine, tissue samples) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening. This device does not perform any such analysis of specimens.

Therefore, the MicroAire® PAL® Single-Use Cannulas are surgical instruments, not IVD devices.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

MicroAire® PAL® Single-Use Cannulas are indicated for the removal of tissue or fluid from the body during general surgical procedures, including suction lipoplasty for the purpose of aesthetic body contouring.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

QPB, MUU

Device Description

The MicroAire® PAL Single-Use Cannulas consists of stainless-steel cannula with a plastic hub which attaches to the MicroAire® PAL-730 Manual Wand and has a connection for a standard vacuum (suction) tubing. The MicroAire® Single-Use Cannulas are supplied sterile by the manufacturer through a validated gamma irradiation process. The Single-Use Cannula are offered in various diameters (2.4, 3.0, 4 and 5.0mm diameters), lengths (15, 22, and 30 cm) and with various types of distal fenestrations (Single Port, Mercedes, Bent Flared Mercedes, Double Mercedes, Bent Mercedes, Tri-Port III, Helixed Tri-Port III, Spatula, Multi-Hole, Del Vecchio Track-12).

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

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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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Description of the test 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)

The following tests were performed to demonstrate that the proposed MicroAire PAL Single-Use Cannulas met the applicable design and performance requirements and support a determination of substantial equivalence. Where applicable, testing was done per applicable ISO and other international standards.

  • . Sterilization validation per ISO 11137 - demonstrates SAL of 10°
  • . Biocompatibility testing – Cytotoxicity, Sensitization, Irritation, per ISO 10993 - PASSED

In addition to the guidance and standards testing, the following testing was performed:

  • . Mechanical Tensile Testing (fatigue, axial strength, pullout force, pushout force, bend) – Met specifications
  • Air leakage and tubing connection force test - Met specifications
  • Vacuum pressure testing - Met specification
  • Transportation Testing per ASTM D4169 – demonstrates package integrity maintained

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.

K171286

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.

K981922

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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§ 878.5040 Suction lipoplasty system.

(a)
Identification. A suction lipoplasty system is a device intended for aesthetic body contouring. The device consists of a powered suction pump (containing a microbial filter on the exhaust and a microbial in-line filter in the connecting tubing between the collection bottle and the safety trap), collection bottle, cannula, and connecting tube. The microbial filters, tubing, collection bottle, and cannula must be capable of being changed between patients. The powered suction pump has a motor with a minimum of1/3 horsepower, a variable vacuum range from 0 to 29.9 inches of mercury, vacuum control valves to regulate the vacuum with accompanying vacuum gauges, a single or double rotary vane (with or without oil), a single or double diaphragm, a single or double piston, and a safety trap.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). Consensus standards and labeling restrictions.

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MicroAire Surgical Instruments % Diane Sudduth Sr. Consultant, Regulatory Barile & Associates, Inc. PO Box 5199 Clinton, New Jersey 08809

June 9, 2021

Re: K192694

Trade/Device Name: PAL Single-Use Cannulas Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.5040 Regulation Name: Suction lipoplasty system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: QPB

Dear Diane Sudduth:

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is sending this letter to notify you of an administrative change related to your previous substantial equivalence (SE) determination letter dated May 14, 2020. Specifically, FDA is updating this SE Letter because FDA has created a new product code to better categorize your device technology.

Please note that the 510(k) submission was not re-reviewed. For questions regarding this letter please contact Cindy Chowdhury, OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices, 240-402-6647, Cindy.Chowdhury@fda.hhs.gov.

Sincerely,

Cindy Chowdhury -S

Cindy Chowdhury, Ph.D., M.B.A. Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Infection Control and Plastic Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health

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May 14, 2020

MicroAire Surgical Instruments % Diane Sudduth Sr. Consultant, Regulatory Barile & Associates, Inc. PO Box 5199 Clinton, New Jersey 08809

Re: K192694

Trade/Device Name: PAL Single-Use Cannulas Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.5040 Regulation Name: Suction Lipoplasty System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MUU Dated: April 6, 2020 Received: April 8, 2020

Dear Ms. Sudduth:

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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Sincerely.

Cindy Chowdhury -S

Cindy Chowdhury, Ph.D., M.B.A. Acting Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Infection Control and Plastic 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)

K192694

Device Name MicroAire® PAL® Single-Use Cannulas

Indications for Use (Describe)

MicroAire® PAL® Single-Use Cannulas are indicated for the removal of tissue or fluid from the body during general surgical procedures, including suction lipoplasty for the purpose of aesthetic body contouring.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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510K Summary

PAL® Single-Use Cannulas K 192694

1. Submission Sponsor

MicroAire Surgical Instruments 3590 Grand Forks Boulevard Charlottesville, Virginia 22911 USA Office Phone: (434) 975-8344 Email: glenn.gerstenfeld@microaire.com Contact: Glenn Gerstenfeld Title: Vice President, QA/RA and Compliance Officer

2. Submission Correspondent

Barile & Associates, Inc. PO Box 5199 Clinton, NJ 08809 Office Phone: (561) 305-5075 Email: drsudduth05@gmail.com Contact: Diane Sudduth, Ph.D. Title: Senior Consultant, RA

3. Date Prepared

September 20, 2019 (amended April 21, 2020)

4. Device Identification

Trade/Proprietary Name:PAL® Single-Use Cannulas
Common/Usual Name:Cannula
Classification Name:Suction Lipoplasty System
Regulation Number:21 CFR 878.5040
Product Code:MUU
Device Class:Class II
Classification Panel:GENERAL AND PLASTIC SURGERY DEVICES

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5. Legally Marketed Predicate Device(s)

Predicate Device:K171286, MicroAire® PAL System, Multi-Use Cannula
Classification Name:Suction Lipoplasty System
Regulation Number:21 CFR 878.5040
Product Code:MUU
Classification:Class II
Reference Device:K981922, MicroAire® Power Aspiration Device (PAD) System Cannula
Classification Name:Suction Lipoplasty System,
Regulation Number:21 CFR 878.5040
Product Code:MUU
Classification:Class II

6. Indication for Use Statement

The MicroAire PAL Single-Use Cannulas are indicated for the removal of tissue or fluid from the body during general surgical procedures, including suction Lipoplasty, for the purpose of aesthetic body contouring.

7. Device Description

The MicroAire® PAL liposuction family of instruments is intended to be used for the removal of tissue or fluid from the body during general surgical procedures, including suction Lipoplasty for the purpose of aesthetic body contouring. The MicroAire® PAL Single-Use Cannulas consists of stainless-steel cannula with a plastic hub which attaches to the MicroAire® PAL-730 Manual Wand and has a connection for a standard vacuum (suction) tubing. The MicroAire® Single-Use Cannulas are supplied sterile by the manufacturer through a validated gamma irradiation process. The Single-Use Cannula are offered in various diameters (2.4, 3.0, 4 and 5.0mm diameters), lengths (15, 22, and 30 cm) and with various types of distal fenestrations (Single Port, Mercedes, Bent Flared Mercedes, Double Mercedes, Bent Mercedes, Tri-Port III, Helixed Tri-Port III, Spatula, Multi-Hole, Del Vecchio Track-12).

8. Substantial Equivalence Discussion

The following table compares the MicroAire PAL Single-Use Cannulas to the predicate device MicroAire PAL Multi-Use Cannulas and the reference device MicroAire PAD System Cannula with respect to indications for use, principles of operation, technological characteristics, and performance testing. The comparison of the devices provides more detailed information regarding the basis for the determination of substantial equivalence. The subject device does not raise any new issues of safety or effectiveness based on the similarities to the predicate device.

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ManufacturerMicroAire Surgical InstrumentsComparison
Trade NameMicroAire PAL Single-Use
CannulaMicroAire PAL Multi-Use
Cannula
510k NumberK192694K171286N/A
Product CodeMUUMUUSame
Regulation
Number21 CFR 878.504021 CFR 878.5040Same
Regulation NameSuction Lipoplasty SystemSuction Lipoplasty SystemSame
Indications for
UseIndicated for the removal of
tissue or fluid from the body
during general surgical
procedures, including suction
Lipoplasty, for the purpose of
aesthetic body contouringIndicated for the removal of
tissue or fluid from the body
during general surgical
procedures, including suction
Lipoplasty, for the purpose of
aesthetic body contouringSame
Performance
Characteristics• Designed to be used with
the PAL-730 Manual Wand
• Available in 2.4mm, 3mm,
4mm and 5mm Diameters
• Available in 15cm, 22cm,
and 30cm Lengths• Designed to be used with
the PAL-730 Manual Wand
• Available in 2.4mm, 3mm,
4mm and 5mm Diameters
• Available in 15cm, 22cm,
30cm and 40cm LengthsSimilar; multi-use
available in 40cm
length
Available
Fenestration
typesSingle Port, Mercedes, Flared
Mercedes, Double Mercedes,
Tri-port II, Mirrored Tri-port,
Tri-port III, Spatula, Track-12,
Helixed Tri-Port, Spatula,
Multi-Hole, Bent Mercedes,
Bent Flared MercedesMercedes, Flared Mercedes,
Double Mercedes, Tri-port II,
Mirrored Tri-port, Tri-port III,
Spatula, Track-12, Helixed Tri-
Port, Multi-Hole, Bent
Mercedes, Bent Flared
MercedesSimilar; single-use
available in single
port and spatula
fenestration type
FunctionUsed for removal of tissue or
fluid from the body during
general surgical procedures
including suction Lipoplasty
for the purpose of aesthetic
body contouringUsed for removal of tissue or
fluid from the body during
general surgical procedures
including suction Lipoplasty
for the purpose of aesthetic
body contouringSame
Mechanism of
actionThe cannulas attach to the
PAL-730 Manual Wand and
suction tubing via a cannula
hub. This tubing connects to
an external suction source
(not part of the PAL System).The cannulas attach to the
PAL-730 Manual Wand and
suction tubing via a cannula
hub. This tubing connects to
an external suction source
(not part of the PAL System).Same
Table 5A - Comparison of Characteristics with Predicate Device
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ManufacturerMicroAire Surgical InstrumentsComparison
Trade NameMicroAire PAL Single-Use
CannulaMicroAire PAL Multi-Use
Cannula
Fluid and tissue are removed
from the body via the tubing
assisted by the external
suction source. The
handpiece is not powered
and does not reciprocate.Fluid and tissue are removed
from the body via the tubing
assisted by the external
suction source. The
handpiece is not powered
and does not reciprocate.
MaterialCannula is a blunt tipped
hollow tube comprised of 304
stainless steel. Cannula Hub
is comprised of a Release
Tab, made of Dupont Zytel
ST801 (nylon), a turbo plug
made of Silicon 70 Blue, USP
Class VI, and the hub itself
made of Polystyrene 825
bonded together with
cyanoacrylate adhesiveCannula is a blunt tipped
hollow tube comprised of 304
stainless steel. Cannula Hub
is comprised of a Release
Tab, made of Dupont Zytel
ST801 (nylon), a Dowel Pin,
made of 410 or 416 or 18-8
Stainless Steel, and the hub
itself made of Vectra MT1310
bonded together with
cyanoacrylate adhesiveSimilar; hub material
is polystyrene vs.
Vectra MT1310
SterileSupplied Sterile; Gamma
IrradiationSupplied non-sterile; Steam
Sterilized by end userDifferent; single-use
is supplied gamma
sterilized
Single-UseYesNoDifferent
Shelf Life1 yearN/ADifferent
Complies with
ISO 10993-1YesYesSame

Table 5B – Comparison of Characteristics with Reference Device

ManufacturerMicroAire Surgical InstrumentsComparison
Trade NameMicroAire PAL Single-Use
CannulaMicroAire PAD System
Cannula
510k NumberK192694K981922N/A
Product CodeMUUMUUSame
Regulation
Number21 CFR 878.504021 CFR 878.5040Same
Regulation NameSuction Lipoplasty SystemSuction Lipoplasty SystemSame
ManufacturerMicroAire Surgical InstrumentsComparison
Trade NameMicroAire PAL Single-Use
CannulaMicroAire PAD System
Cannula
Indications for
UseIndicated for the removal of
tissue or fluid from the body
during general surgical
procedures, including suction
lipoplasty, for the purpose of
aesthetic body contouringFor the removal of tissue or
fluid from the body during
general surgical procedures,
including suction lipoplasty,
for the purpose of aesthetic
body contouringsame
FunctionUsed for removal of tissue or
fluid from the body during
general surgical procedures
including suction lipoplasty
for the purpose of aesthetic
body contouringUsed for removal of tissue or
fluid from the body during
general surgical procedures
including suction lipoplasty
for the purpose of aesthetic
body contouringSame
MaterialCannula is a blunt tipped
hollow tube comprised of 304
stainless steel. Cannula Hub
is comprised of a Release
Tab, made of Dupont Zytel
ST801 (nylon), a turbo plug
made of Silicon 70 Blue, USP
Class VI, and the hub itself
made of Polystyrene 825
bonded together with
cyanoacrylate adhesiveCannula is a blunt tipped
hollow tube comprised of 304
stainless steel with an
attached PVC suction tube
and optional syringe. The
cannula hub is comprised of a
Release Tab, made of Dupont
Zytel ST801 (nylon) and the
hub is made of Polystyrene
  1. | same |
    | Sterile | Supplied Sterile; Gamma
    Irradiation | Supplied sterile; gamma
    irradiation | same |
    | Single-Use | Yes | Yes | Same |
    | Shelf Life | 1 year | 4 years | Similar; testing is
    ongoing to support a
    4-year shelf life for
    the Single-Use
    Cannula, however,
    was not available at
    the time of
    submission |
    | Complies with
    ISO 10993-1 | Yes | Yes | Same |

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The PAL Single-Use Cannulas share the same indications for use, and same or similar device operation, overall technical and functional capabilities, and therefore are substantially equivalent to the predicate and reference devices. The PAL Single-Use Cannulas are similar in design and function to

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the predicate and reference devices for the modes of operation and use. The PAL Single-Use Cannulas share the same indications for use, and same or similar device operation, overall technical and functional capabilities, and follow those of the reference device. The PAL Single-Use Cannula is sterilized by gamma irradiation, equal to the reference device.

9. Non-Clinical Performance Data

The following tests were performed to demonstrate that the proposed MicroAire PAL Single-Use Cannulas met the applicable design and performance requirements and support a determination of substantial equivalence. Where applicable, testing was done per applicable ISO and other international standards.

  • . Sterilization validation per ISO 11137 - demonstrates SAL of 10°
  • . Biocompatibility testing – Cytotoxicity, Sensitization, Irritation, per ISO 10993 - PASSED

In addition to the guidance and standards testing, the following testing was performed:

  • . Mechanical Tensile Testing (fatigue, axial strength, pullout force, pushout force, bend) – Met specifications
  • Air leakage and tubing connection force test - Met specifications
  • Vacuum pressure testing - Met specification
  • Transportation Testing per ASTM D4169 – demonstrates package integrity maintained

10. Statement of Substantial Equivalence – Conclusions Drawn

The MicroAire PAL® Single-Use Cannulas, as designed and manufactured, are determined to be substantially equivalent to the predicate and reference devices. Nonclinical testing demonstrates the subject device is substantially equivalent to the legally marked predicate and reference devices.