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No
The device description and performance studies focus on the physical and chemical properties of a manual syringe, with no mention of AI or ML.
No
The device is a syringe for injecting fluids, not a device that provides a therapeutic effect itself.
No
Explanation: The device is a syringe used for injecting fluids or contrast media into the body, not for diagnosing conditions. Its primary function is delivery, not information gathering for diagnostic purposes.
No
The device is a physical syringe, a hardware component, used for injecting fluids. The description details its construction and physical properties, not software functionality.
Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use is to "inject fluids into the body" and for "delivery of Lipiodol (Ethiodized Oil) Injection." This describes a device used for administering substances into the body, not for testing samples from the body to diagnose conditions.
- Device Description: The description details a standard syringe, a manual device for injection. IVD devices typically involve components for collecting, preparing, and analyzing biological samples (e.g., reagents, test strips, analyzers).
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing biological samples, detecting analytes, or providing diagnostic information based on in vitro testing.
The device is clearly intended for therapeutic or procedural use involving the delivery of substances into a patient, which falls outside the definition of an In Vitro Diagnostic device.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
Qitexio Luer Lock Syringes are manual devices used to inject fluids into the body. They are also used for delivery of Lipiodol (Ethiodized Oil) Injection.
Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)
FMF
Device Description
Medex, a subsidiary of Guerbet Group, designed and manufactures the Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringe, a disposable, handheld syringe available in 3 different volumes (1, 3 and 20 mL). Oitexio® Syringes are standard syringes which are verified to endure the potentially damaging chemical effects of Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil), an oil-based contrast media manufactured by Guerbet.
Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringes are manual devices used to inject fluids into the body. Qitexio® Syringes are also used for delivery of Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil) Injection.
They are single-use devices, sterilized by gamma radiation.
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 Qitexio Luer Lock Syringe subject device complies with FDA recognized consensus standards ISO 7886-1 Sterile Hypodermic Syringes For Single Use - Part 1: Syringes For Manual Use and ISO 80369-7 Small-bore connectors for liquids and gases in healthcare applications — Part 7: Connectors for intravascular or hypodermic applications. Where applicable, performance specifications were defined and verified specifically for delivery of Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil) Injection. Functional performance testing of the subject device was performed using samples subjected to the various preconditioning schemes including double sterilization and accelerated and/or real-time aging.
The testing performed on the proposed Qitexio Syringes subject device complies with ISO 10993 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices. The subject device, including all of its patient (fluid) contacting materials (indirect - externally communicating), was found to be non-toxic and determined to be biocompatible for its intended use. The following Biocompatibility tests were performed based on patient contact type and duration criteria per ISO 10993: Cytotoxicity, Irritation, Sensitization, Acute Systemic Toxicity, Hemolysis, Material-Mediated Pyrogenicity (Rabbit), Chemical Characterization (Extractables Analysis) and Toxicological Evaluation.
Particulate matter testing was conducted in accordance with USP Particulate Matter in Injections (Method 1 Light Obscuration Particle Count) and met USP 1B acceptance criteria (for ≤ 100 mL volume).
The claimed three (3) year shelf-life is supported by acceptable results of device functionality testing and package integrity testing conducted on representative device samples subjected to three (3) years aging (real-time or accelerated aging equivalent), among other preconditioning methods.
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.
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.
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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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§ 880.5860 Piston syringe.
(a)
Identification. A piston syringe is a device intended for medical purposes that consists of a calibrated hollow barrel and a movable plunger. At one end of the barrel there is a male connector (nozzle) for fitting the female connector (hub) of a hypodermic single lumen needle. The device is used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, the body.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).
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March 14, 2022
Medex % Matthew Helmi Regulatory Affairs Associate Guerbet LLC 821 Alexander Road, Suite 204 Princeton. New Jersev 08540
Re: K203738
Trade/Device Name: Oitexio Luer Lock Syringes Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5860 Regulation Name: Piston Syringe Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FMF Dated: February 10, 2022 Received: February 11, 2022
Dear Matthew Helmi:
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,
CAPT Alan M. Stevens Assistant Director DHT3C: Division of Drug Delivery and General Hospital Devices, and Human Factors OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology 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) K203738
Device Name Qitexio Luer Lock Syringes
Indications for Use (Describe)
Qitexio Luer Lock Syringes are manual devices used to inject fluids into the body. They are also used for delivery of Lipiodol (Ethiodized Oil) Injection.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
|---|---|
| ------------------------------------------------- | -- |
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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K203738 -510K Summary
Date: March 14th, 2022
Applicant/Sponsor
Medex, Subsidiary of Guerbet Group 240 Allée Jacques Monod 69800 Saint-Priest, Rhône-Alpes, France Registration Number: 3012261967 Sponsor Contact: Melanie Fouilland, Regulatory Affairs Manager Tel: +334 72 79 20 50 Email: melanie.fouilland@guerbet.com
Official Correspondent
Matthew Helmi, Regulatory Affairs Associate II Guerbet LLC., Affiliate of Guerbet Group 821 Alexander Road, Suite 204 Princeton, NJ 08540, USA Tel: +1 609-819-5213 Email: matthew.helmi@guerbet.com
Subject Device
| Trade Name: | Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringe |
|---|---|
| Common Name: | Piston Syringe |
| Device Classification: | Class II |
| Regulation: | 21 CFR 880.5860, Piston Syringe |
| Review Panel: | General Hospital |
| Product Code: | FMF (Syringe, Piston) |
Predicate Device
| Trade Name: | Merit Syringe |
|---|---|
| 510(K) Number: | K173601 |
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5.1. Device Description
Medex, a subsidiary of Guerbet Group, designed and manufactures the Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringe, a disposable, handheld syringe available in 3 different volumes (1, 3 and 20 mL). Oitexio® Syringes are standard syringes which are verified to endure the potentially damaging chemical effects of Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil), an oil-based contrast media manufactured by Guerbet.
Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringes are manual devices used to inject fluids into the body. Qitexio® Syringes are also used for delivery of Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil) Injection.
Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil) Injection is an oil-based radiopaque contrast agent indicated for:
- Hysterosalpingography in adults .
- Lymphography in adult and pediatric patients .
- Selective hepatic intra-arterial use for imaging tumors in adults with known hepatocellular • carcinoma (HCC).
They are single-use devices, sterilized by gamma radiation.
| Characteristics | Predicate Device | Subject Device |
|---|---|---|
| Merit Syringe (K173601) | Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringe (K203738) | |
| Indication for Use | The Merit Syringe is used to | |
| inject fluids into, and | ||
| withdraw fluids from, the | ||
| body. | Qitexio Luer Lock Syringes are manual | |
| devices used to inject fluids into the body. | ||
| They are also used for delivery of | ||
| Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil) Injection. | ||
| Prescription Only or | ||
| Over the Counter | Prescription Only (Rx Only) | Prescription Only (Rx Only) |
Subject Device Indication for Use (IFU) Statement 5.1.1
Table 1: Comparison of Indications for Use (IFU) Statements
Indication for Use (IFU) Statements – Discussion of Differences
The subject device (Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringe) and predicate device (Merit Syringe (K173601)) Indications for Use (IFU) statements differ in reflection of the narrower and more specific Indications for Use of the Qitexio® Syringe. The IFU are copied and compared in the table above, and differences further discussed below.
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Limitation to "injection of fluids into the body"
- The Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringes subject device is indicated for injection of fluids ■ into the body. The Merit Syringe predicate device is indicated for both injection of fluids into the body and withdrawing fluids from the body.
- Addition of a specific indication for Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil) Injection delivery. A
- 트 In addition to general fluid injections, Oitexio® Luer Lock Syringes are indicated for delivery of Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil) by injection.
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- Addition of this indication does not create a new or expanded indication compared to ■ the Merit Syringe predicate device.
5.2. Substantial Equivalence
5.2.1. Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate device
The similarities and differences between the Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringes and Merit Syringe predicate are described in Table 2 – Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringes and Predicate Device Comparison below.
| Description | Subject Device
Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringe
(K203738) | Predicate Device
Merit Syringe (K173601) | Differences in
Technological
Characteristics |
|---------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|
| Design | Standard five-piece piston syringe constructed with a clear hollow barrel into which is inserted a closely fitting movable plunger, O-Ring, rotative finger flange, and backstop. Fitting offered with male luer lock. Barrel Finger flange Backstop Piston Seal | Standard three-piece piston syringe constructed with a clear hollow barrel into which is inserted a closely fitting movable plunger and tip or O-Ring. Fitting offered with male luer lock. Barrel (integrated finger flange and recess for backstop function) Piston Seal | Different.
See comment # 1
(below table). |
| Material | The barrel is constructed from clear Polyamide; the plunger from polyamide material; the seal or O-Ring is made of silicone material. | The barrel is constructed from clear polycarbonate; the plunger from ABS material; the seal or O-Ring is made of silicone material. | Different.
See comment # 2
(below table). |
| Principle of
Operation | Manually operated by advancing and withdrawing the plunger within the barrel. | Manually operated by advancing and withdrawing the plunger within the barrel. | Same as
predicate. |
| Operational
Volumes | Operational volume of 1, 3 and 20 mL | Operational volume of 0.25, 1, 3, 6, 10, 20, 30 and 60 mL | Different.
See comment # 3
(below table). |
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| Description | Subject Device
Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringe
(K203738) | Predicate Device
Merit Syringe (K173601) | Differences in
Technological
Characteristics |
|-------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|
| Graduation | Printed with accurate graduation
lines that are compliant with ISO
7886- 1 | Printed with accurate
graduation lines that are
compliant with ISO 7886- 1 | Same as
predicate. |
| Sterilization
Method | Gamma radiation | Ethylene Oxide | Different.
See comment # 4
(below table). |
Table 2: Qitexio® Luer Lock Syringes and Predicate Device Comparison
Comment # 1 (Design) - The three (3) part design of the predicate device and five (5) part design of the subject device accomplish the same intended use. This and associated differences do not raise new questions of safety and effectiveness. Substantial equivalence to the predicate in safety and effectiveness with regard to design is supported by evidence of conformity to ISO 7888-1 and ISO 80369-7 further described in Section 5.3.1. Performance Testing - Bench below.
Comment # 2 (Material) – The differences in predicate and subject device syringe component/part materials described above do not raise new questions of safety and effectiveness. Substantial equivalence to the predicate in safety and effectiveness with regard to any difference in materials is supported through bench performance testing, Biocompatibility per ISO 10993 evaluation, and USP particulate evaluation, further described in Section 5.3.2. Biocompatibility Evaluation.
Comment # 3 (Operational Volume) – The 1, 3, and 20 mL volumes in which the subject device is to be offered are also offered within the predicate device syringe range. This "difference" is thus limited to the subject device lacking several volume options offered by the predicate, which does not impact safety or effectiveness (as 1,3, and 20 mL are volumes offered by both the predicate and subject device).
Comment # 4 (Sterilization Method) - Both methods provide the same validated sterility assurance level of 10 6. The difference does not raise new questions of safety and effectiveness. Substantial equivalence in safety and effectiveness with regard to sterilization method and related differences is supported by the evidence of sterilization validation per ISO 11137- 1:2006 – "Sterilization of health care products – Radiation – Part 1: Requirements for Development, Validation, and Routine Control of a Sterilization Process for Medical Devices." as further described in Section 5.3.3. Sterilization, Pyrogenicity, and Package Integrity Testing below.
5.2.2 Substantial Equivalence Conclusion
The proposed Qitexio® Syringe incorporates an intended use encompassed by that of the predicate Merit Syringe, as well as similar materials, design, and principle of operation. Any differences in materials used, design, sterilization methods, and indications (delivery of Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil)
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Injection) discussed in the comments above do not raise new questions of safety and effectiveness.
Conformity to Recognized Consensus Standards, Performance Testing requirements, and ISO 10993-1 Biocompatibility Evaluation as further described below establish the substantial equivalence of the proposed Oitexio® Syringe subject device to the Merit Syringe predicate device.
5.3. Data and Standards
An FDA Guidance and recognized consensus standards have been established for Piston Svringes under FDA Product Code FMF and 21 CFR 880.5860. A battery of tests was performed based on the requirements of the recognized consensus standards identified in below in Section 5.3.1. Performance Testing Bench, Section 5.3.2. Biocompatibility Evaluation, and Section 5.3.3. Sterilization, Pyrogenicity, and Package Integrity Testing. Conformity to these standards demonstrates that the proposed Qitexio Luer Lock Syringes met the established acceptance criteria for its Intended Use.
5.3.1. Performance Testing - Bench
The Qitexio Luer Lock Syringe subject device complies with FDA recognized consensus standards ISO 7886-1 Sterile Hypodermic Syringes For Single Use - Part 1: Syringes For Manual Use and ISO 80369-7 Small-bore connectors for liquids and gases in healthcare applications — Part 7: Connectors for intravascular or hypodermic applications, as outlined within this submission. Where applicable, performance specifications were defined and verified specifically for delivery of Lipiodol® (Ethiodized Oil) Injection. Functional performance testing of the subject device was performed using samples subjected to the various preconditioning schemes including double sterilization and accelerated and/or real-time aging.
Biocompatibility Evaluation 5.3.2.
The testing performed on the proposed Qitexio Syringes subject device complies with ISO 10993 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices. The subject device, including all of its patient (fluid) contacting materials (indirect - externally communicating), was found to be non-toxic and determined to be biocompatible for its intended use. The following Biocompatibility tests were performed based on patient contact type and duration criteria per ISO 10993.
- . Cytotoxicity
- Irritation ●
- Sensitization ●
- Acute Systemic Toxicity ●
- Hemolysis
- Material-Mediated Pyrogenicity (Rabbit) ●
- Chemical Characterization (Extractables Analysis) and Toxicological Evaluation .
Particulate matter testing was conducted in accordance with USP Particulate Matter in Injections (Method 1 Light Obscuration Particle Count) and met USP 1B acceptance criteria (for ≤ 100 mL volume).
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Sterilization, Pyrogenicity, and Package Integrity Testing 5.3.3.
5.3.3.1. Sterilization
Each Oitexio Luer Lock Syringe is packaged as single unit in a sterile PETPE pouch sealed with a Tyvek lid (sterile barrier) and sterilized using Gamma Irradiation. Validation of the sterilization cycle was conducted in accordance with ISO 11137- 1:2006 - "Sterilization of health care products - Radiation - Part 1: Requirements for Development. Validation, and Routine Control of a Sterilization Process for Medical Devices.". VD max (Verification Dose maximum) is the specific method used for validation. The Qitexio Luer Lock Syringe requires 25 kGy of radiation based on this method as determined with ISO 11137-2:2013 - "Sterilization of health care Products -Radiation - Part 2: Establishing the Sterilization Dose". The Qitexio Luer Lock Syringe subject device will be sterilized with a dose comprised between 25 kGy and 50 kGy.
The SAL for the Qitexio Luer Lock Syringes is 10-6.
5.3.3.2. Pyrogenicity
Material-mediated Pyrogens were evaluated through a Rabbit Pyrogen study according to USP 39 -NF 34 and European Pharmacopoeia (9th Edition) requirements. The results confirmed nonpyrogenicity.
Bacterial endotoxins were evaluated through the Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) test. The bacterial endotoxin rate measured by the LAL test, representative of a residual contamination of specific bacteria (gram), is to be verified once per year after the validation of the method, in the absence of critical changes in the process of manufacturing or packaging. As Qitexio Luer Lock Syringes have Indirect Contact with the Cardiovascular System, the endotoxin limit is