K Number
K201863
Device Name
Tumark Vision, Tumark Professional, Tumark Q, Tumark Professional Q-Shape
Date Cleared
2021-02-18

(227 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.4300
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Tumark® Vision, the Tumark® Professional, the Tumark® Professional Q-Shape are intended to attach a marker to soft breast tissue and axillary lymph nodes, following an open or a percutaneous procedure to radiographically mark the location of the surgical site. It is not indicated to be used with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques.
Device Description
The Tumark® Vision, Tumark® Professional, Tumark® Q, and Tumark® Professional Q-Shape are sterile products for single use only. Each consists of a non-absorbable nickel-titanium clip marker, an introducer cannula, and a plastic handle. The clip marker is contained within the cannula when new and unopened. The cannula tip is bevelled, has markings 1 cm apart for measuring depth, and a textured surface behind the tip. The handle has a slide button for one-handed marker placement and a safety catch system to prevent premature deployment. The clip markers have different shapes: spherical (Tumark Vision), U-shape (Tumark Professional), Q-shape (Tumark Q), and Q-shaped (Tumark Professional Q Shape). The symbol of the clip marker shape is depicted on the handle.
More Information

No
The 510(k) summary describes a mechanical device for marking tissue. There is no mention of AI, ML, image processing, or any software component that would suggest the use of such technologies. The performance studies focus on biocompatibility, sterilization, shelf life, and mechanical function.

No
The device is described as a marker to radiographically mark the location of a surgical site after an open or percutaneous procedure. It is used for localization, not for treating a disease or condition.

No

The device is intended to attach a marker to surgically mark the location of a site. It is not used to diagnose a condition or disease.

No

The device description explicitly states it consists of a physical clip marker, introducer cannula, and plastic handle, which are hardware components.

Based on the provided information, 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. They are used to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • Device Function: The Tumark devices are designed to physically mark a location within the body (soft breast tissue and axillary lymph nodes) for later radiographic identification. They are implanted devices, not devices that analyze samples taken from the body.
  • Intended Use: The intended use is to "radiographically mark the location of the surgical site," which is an in-vivo (within the living body) function, not an in-vitro (in glass/outside the living body) function.

The device is a surgical marker used during or after a procedure to help locate a specific area for future imaging or surgery. This falls under the category of medical devices, but not specifically in vitro diagnostics.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Tumark® Vision, the Tumark® Professional, the Tumark® Professional Q-Shape are intended to attach a marker to soft breast tissue and axillary lymph nodes, following an open or a percutaneous procedure to radiographically mark the location of the surgical site. It is not indicated to be used with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques.

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

NEU

Device Description

Tumark Vision

The Tumark" Vision is a sterile product for single use only and consists of a non-absorbable nickeltitanium clip marker, an introducer cannula and a plastic handle. When new and unopened, the clip marker is contained within the cannula. The cannula tip is bevelled to help insertion, has markings 1 cm apart for measuring the depth of penetration, and a textured surface behind the cannula tip. The handle is equipped with a slide button which allows one handed placement of the marker by pressing it forward. A safety catch system prevents the slide button from inadvertently moving forward and therefore prevents premature deployment of the marker has a spherical shape. The symbol of the clip marker shape is depicted on the handle.

Tumark Professional

The Tumark® Professional is a sterile product for single use only and consists of a non-absorbable nickel-titanium clip marker, an introducer cannula, and a plastic handle. When new and unopened, the clip marker is contained within the cannula. The cannula tip is bevelled to help insertion, has markings 1 cm apart for measuring the depth of penetration, and a textured surface behind the cannula tip. The handle is equipped with a slide button which allows one handed placement of the marker by pressing it forward. A safety catch system prevents the slide button from inadvertently moving forward and therefore premature deployment of the marker. The clip marker has a U-shape. The symbol of the clip marker shape is depicted on the handle.

Tumark Q

The Tumark® Q is a sterile product for single use only and consists of a non-absorbable nickel-titanium clip marker, an introducer cannula and a plastic handle. When new and unopened, the clip marker is contained within the cannula. The cannula tip is bevelled to help insertion, has markings 1 cm apart for measuring the depth of penetration, and a textured surface behind the cannula tip. The clip marker can be placed using one hand by pushing the slide button on the plastic handle forward once the fixing clip has been removed. A safety catch system prevents the slide button from inadvertently moving forward and therefore prevents premature deployment of the clip marker. The clip marker has a Q-shape.

Tumark Professional Q Shape

The Tumark® Professional Q Shape is a sterile product for single use only and consists of a non-absorbable nickelttanium clip marker, an introducer cannula and a plastic handle. When new and unopened, the clip marker is contained within the cannula tip is bevelled to help insertion, has markings 1 cm apart for measuring the depth of penetration, and a textured surface behind the cannula tip. The handle is equipped with a slide button which allows one handed placement of the marker by pressing it forward. A safety catch system prevents the slide button from inadvertently moving forward and therefore prevents premature deployment of the clip markers for the Tumark® Professional are Q-shaped. The symbol of the clip marker shape is depicted on the handle.

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 breast tissue and axillary lymph nodes

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 new devices were evaluated in vitro testing. Specific aspects included:

Biocompatibility

The components and manufacturing processes of the subjected devices are similar to the predicate device Tumark Professional (K073095) and the reference device Tumark Vision (K180443). The devices are made from standard materials. EO residual values are far below the acceptable limits. In addition, cytotoxicity testing and the toxicological review confirmed the absence of toxic leachables and contaminants. Therefore, the requirements of ISO 10993-1 are met and further testing is deemed not necessary.

Sterilization and Shelf Life

The devices are delivered in sterile state. All acceptance criteria are met during the sterility testing. Furthermore, the defined shelf-life could be proven based on packaging and device testing after real-time ageing. All defined acceptance criteria were met during shelf life testing.

Bench Testing

Bench testing was performed to validate the device design.
Device Function: U-, Q- and Vision markers could be deployed. The device performs as intended. All acceptance criteria are met.
Device Performance: Clip markers and cannulas are recognized in ultrasound, mammography and MR imaging. All acceptance criteria are met.
Device Stability during transport: Devices were not damaged. All acceptance criteria are met.

Clinical Analysis

A literature review was performed to clinically support the use of the markers inside axillary lymph nodes. This literature review confirms the defined indication for use. Furthermore, physician statements were obtained to support the indication for use.

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.

K073095

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.

K180443, K180061

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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§ 878.4300 Implantable clip.

(a)
Identification. An implantable clip is a clip-like device intended to connect internal tissues to aid healing. It is not absorbable.(b)
Classification. Class II.

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February 18, 2021

SOMATEX Medical Technologies GmbH David Vasmer Regulatory Affairs Manager Hohenzollerndamm 150/151 Berlin, Berlin 14199 Germany

Re: K201863

Trade/Device Name: Tumark Vision, Tumark Professional, Tumark Q, Tumark Professional Q-Shape Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4300 Regulation Name: Implantable Clip Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NEU Dated: July 3, 2020 Received: July 6, 2020

Dear Dr. Vasmer:

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.

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Sincerely,

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

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K201863

Device Name

Tumark Vision, Tumark Professional, Tumark Professional Q-Shape

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Tumark® Vision, the Tumark® Professional, the Tumark® Professional Q-Shape are intended to attach a marker to soft breast tissue and axillary lymph nodes, following an open or a percutaneous procedure to radiographically mark the location of the surgical site. It is not indicated to be used with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques.

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)

Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

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

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DATE OF APPLICATION:

18.02.2021

APPLICANT:

SOMATEX Medical Technologies GmbH Hohenzollerndamm 150/151 14199 Berlin Germany Tel: + 49 (0) 30 319 82 25 00 Fax: +49 (0) 30 319 82 25 99 E-Mail: info@somatex.com

CONTACT PERSON:

David Vasmer, PhD Regulatory Affairs Manager Tel.: +49 (0) 30 319 82 25-49 E-Mail: D.Vasmer@somatex.com

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1 Device Name

Trade Name:Tumark Vision
Tumark Professional
Tumark Q
Tumark Professional Q-Shape
Common Name:Tissue Site Marking System
Device Classification Name:Marker, Radiographic, Implantable

Classification / Product Code 2

The subjected devices can be classified according to following device name and product code:

| Device | Regulation
Description | Regulation
Medical
Specialty | Review Panel | Product Code | Regulation
Number | Device
Classification |
|-----------------------------------------|---------------------------|------------------------------------|------------------------------|--------------|----------------------|--------------------------|
| Marker,
Radiographic,
Implantable | Implantable clip | General & Plastic
Surgery | General & Plastic
Surgery | NEU | 2 | 878.4300 |

3 Predicate Device / Reference Device

New DevicePredicate DeviceReference Device510(k) Number510(k) Holder
Tumark VisionTumark Professional---K073095SOMATEX Medical
Technologies GmbH
Tumark Professional
Tumark Q
Tumark Professional Q-Shape---Tumark VisionK180443SOMATEX Medical
Technologies GmbH
---UltraCor Twirl Breast
Tissue MarkerK180061Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.

4 Device Description

4.1 Tumark Vision

The Tumark" Vision is a sterile product for single use only and consists of a non-absorbable nickeltitanium clip marker, an introducer cannula and a plastic handle. When new and unopened, the clip marker is contained within the cannula. The cannula tip is bevelled to help insertion, has markings 1 cm apart for measuring the depth of penetration, and a textured surface behind the cannula tip. The handle is equipped with a slide button which allows one handed placement of the marker by pressing it forward. A safety catch system prevents the slide button from inadvertently moving forward and therefore prevents premature deployment of the marker has a spherical shape. The symbol of the clip marker shape is depicted on the handle.

4.2 Tumark Professional

The Tumark® Professional is a sterile product for single use only and consists of a non-absorbable nickel-titanium clip marker, an introducer cannula, and a plastic handle. When new and unopened, the clip marker is contained within the cannula. The cannula tip is bevelled to help insertion, has markings 1 cm apart for measuring the depth of penetration, and a textured surface behind the cannula tip. The handle is equipped with a slide button which allows one handed placement of the marker by pressing it forward. A safety catch system prevents the slide button from inadvertently moving forward and therefore premature deployment of the marker. The clip marker has a U-shape. The symbol of the clip marker shape is depicted on the handle.

4.3 Tumark Q

The Tumark® Q is a sterile product for single use only and consists of a non-absorbable nickel-titanium clip marker, an introducer cannula and a plastic handle. When new and unopened, the clip marker is contained within the

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cannula. The cannula tip is bevelled to help insertion, has markings 1 cm apart for measuring the depth of penetration, and a textured surface behind the cannula tip. The clip marker can be placed using one hand by pushing the slide button on the plastic handle forward once the fixing clip has been removed. A safety catch system prevents the slide button from inadvertently moving forward and therefore prevents premature deployment of the clip marker. The clip marker has a Q-shape.

4.4 Tumark Professional Q Shape

The Tumark® Professional Q Shape is a sterile product for single use only and consists of a non-absorbable nickelttanium clip marker, an introducer cannula and a plastic handle. When new and unopened, the clip marker is contained within the cannula tip is bevelled to help insertion, has markings 1 cm apart for measuring the depth of penetration, and a textured surface behind the cannula tip. The handle is equipped with a slide button which allows one handed placement of the marker by pressing it forward. A safety catch system prevents the slide button from inadvertently moving forward and therefore prevents premature deployment of the clip markers for the Tumark® Professional are Q-shaped. The symbol of the clip marker shape is depicted on the handle.

5 Indication for Use

The Tumark® Vision, the Tumark® Professional, the Tumark® Professional Q-Shape are intended to attach a marker to soft breast tissue and axillary lymph nodes, following an open or a percutaneous procedure to radiographically mark the location of the surgical site. It is not indicated to be used with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques.

6 Duration of Use

The clip marker is a permanent implant (> 30 days).

7 Technological Characteristics

The technological characteristics of Tumark "Professional, Tumark" Q and Tumark" Professional Q-Shape are the same as the technological characteristics of the predicate device.

| Company | SOMATEX Medical
Technologies GmbH

Tumark Vision,
Tumark Professional
Tumark Q
Tumark Professional
Q-Shape
(New Device) | SOMATEX Medical
Technologies GmbH

Tumark Professional
(Predicate Device) | SOMATEX Medical
Technologies GmbH

Tumark Vision
(Reference Device) | Bard Peripheral
Vascular, Inc.

UltraCor Twirl Breast
Tissue Marker
(Reference Device) | Result |
|------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------|
| Device Name | Tumark Vision,
Tumark Professional
Tumark Q
Tumark Professional
Q-Shape | Tumark Professional | Tumark Vision | UltraCor Twirl Breast
Tissue Marker | --- |
| Regulation
Number | 878.4300 | 878.4300 | 878.4300 | 878.4300 | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Class | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Code | NEU | NEU | NEU | NEU | Substantially
Equivalent |
| 510(k) number | --- | K073095 | K180443 | K180061 | --- |
| Company | SOMATEX Medical
Technologies GmbH

Tumark Vision,
Tumark Professional
Tumark Q
Tumark Professional
Q-Shape
(New Device) | SOMATEX Medical
Technologies GmbH

Tumark Professional
(Predicate Device) | SOMATEX Medical
Technologies GmbH
Tumark Vision
(Reference Device) | Bard Peripheral
Vascular, Inc.
UltraCor Twirl Breast
Tissue Marker
(Reference Device) | Result |
| Indication for Use | The Tumark® Vision,
the Tumark®
Professional, the
Tumark® Q and the
Tumark® Professional
Q-Shape are intended
to attach a marker to
soft breast tissue and
axillary lymph nodes,
following an open or a
percutaneous
procedure to
radiographically mark
the location of the
surgical site. It is not
indicated to be used
with magnetic
resonance imaging
(MRI) techniques. | The Tumark
Professional is
intended to attach a
marker to soft tissue
at the surgical site
during an open or a
percutaneous
procedure. It is
indicated for use to
radiographically and
radiologically mark the
surgical location in
breasts following an
open or percutaneous
procedure. It is not
intended to be used
with magnetic
resonance imaging
(MRI) techniques. | The Tumark Vision is
intended to attach a
marker to soft tissue
at the surgical site
during an open or a
percutaneous
procedure. It is
indicated for use to
radiographically and
radiologically mark the
surgical location in
breasts following an
open or percutaneous
procedure. It is not
intended to be used
with magnetic
resonance imaging
(MRI) techniques. | The UltraCor® Twirl®
Breast Tissue Marker
is intended for use to
attach to soft breast
tissue, including
axillary lymph nodes,
to radiographically
mark the location of
the biopsy procedure. | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Design | Sterile, single use,
preloaded tissue site
marking systems
consisting of a non-
absorbable nickel-
titanium marker, a
cannula and a plastic
handheld applier with
deployment
mechanism. | Sterile, single use,
preloaded tissue site
marking systems
consisting of a non-
absorbable nickel-
titanium marker, a
cannula and a plastic
handheld applier with
deployment
mechanism. | Sterile, single use,
preloaded tissue site
marking systems
consisting of a non-
absorbable nickel-
titanium marker, a
cannula and a plastic
handheld applier with
deployment
mechanism. | Sterile, single use,
preloaded tissue site
marking systems
consisting of a non-
absorbable nickel-
titanium marker, a
cannula and a plastic
handheld applier with
deployment
mechanism. | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Marker Design | Sphere-shaped; U-
shaped, Q-shaped | U-shaped | Sphere-shaped | Ring-shaped | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Marker Material | Nitinol | Nitinol | Nitinol | Nitinol | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Cannula Design | Sharp tip, markings on
the cannula and
puncture function | Sharp tip, markings on
the cannula and
puncture function | Sharp tip, markings on
the cannula and
puncture function | Sharp tip, markings on
the cannula and
puncture function | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Cannula length
[mm] | 70 / 100 / 120 / 150 | 70 / 100 / 120 | 100 / 120 | 100 | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Gauge [G] | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Cannula Material | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Handle | One-handed
application with safety
function to prevent
premature
deployment of the
marker | One-handed
application with safety
function to prevent
premature
deployment of the
marker | One-handed
application with safety
function to prevent
premature
deployment of the
marker | One-handed
application with safety
function to prevent
premature
deployment of the
marker | Substantially
Equivalent |
| Handle Material | stainless steel
plastic material | stainless steel
plastic material | stainless steel
plastic material | plastic material | Substantially
Equivalent |

7.1 Device Characteristics Table

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Summary of Technological Characteristics 7.2

The proposed devices are similar in terms of design, indication for use and have similar technological characteristics as the predicate device and reference devices. It can be stated, that Tumark Vision, Tumark Q

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and Tumark Professional Q-Shape are considered substantially equivalent to the predicate device/reference devices.

8 Performance Data

To demonstrate that Tumark Vision, Tumark Q and Tumark Professional Q-Shape are as safe and effective as the predicate and reference devices, their technological characteristics and performance criteria were evaluated. The new devices were evaluated in vitro testing. Specific aspects included:

8.1 Biocompatibility

The components and manufacturing processes of the subjected devices are similar to the predicate device Tumark Professional (K073095) and the reference device Tumark Vision (K180443). The devices are made from standard materials. EO residual values are far below the acceptable limits. In addition, cytotoxicity testing and the toxicological review confirmed the absence of toxic leachables and contaminants. Therefore, the requirements of ISO 10993-1 are met and further testing is deemed not necessary.

8.2 Sterilization and Shelf Life

The devices are delivered in sterile state. All acceptance criteria are met during the sterility testing. Furthermore, the defined shelf-life could be proven based on packaging and device testing after real-time ageing. All defined acceptance criteria were met during shelf life testing.

8.3 Bench Testing

Bench testing was performed to validate the device design. Specific aspects include:

AspectTest MethodResults
Device FunctionConfirm that the marker can be placed in the
target areaU-, Q- and Vision markers could be deployed.
The device performs as intended.
All acceptance criteria are met.
Device PerformanceConfirm that the clip marker and cannula are
recognizedClip markers and cannulas are recognized in
ultrasound, mammography and MR imaging.
All acceptance criteria are met.
Device Stability during transportDrop testsDevices were not damaged.
All acceptance criteria are met.

All acceptance criteria were met during the bench testing. The devices perform as intended and are as safe and as effective as the predicate device.

8.4 Clinical Analysis

A literature review was performed to clinically support the use of the markers inside axillary lymph nodes. This literature review confirms the defined indication for use. Furthermore, physician statements were obtained to support the indication for use.

ਰੇ Substantial Equivalence Summary / Conclusion

Based on available 510(k) information herein provided, Tumark Professional, Tumark Q and Tumark Professional Q-Shape are considered substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in terms of intended use, technology and performance specifications. There are no differences between the devices which may raise new issues concerning safety or effectiveness.