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No
The device description focuses on mechanical components and physical properties, with no mention of AI/ML terms, image processing, or data-driven decision-making.
Yes.
The device is intended for the treatment of vascular disorders by excising or disrupting venous valves, which is a therapeutic action.
No
The device is described as an interventional device designed to cut venous valves, rather than diagnose a condition.
No
The device description clearly outlines a physical, single-use medical device consisting of a catheter, cutting basket, and other hardware components designed for surgical intervention. It also details extensive performance testing related to the physical properties and biocompatibility of the device.
Based on the provided information, the LimFlow Vector is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic) device.
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use is for the "treatment of vascular disorders and more particularly for excising or disrupting venous valves." This describes a therapeutic intervention performed directly on the patient's body.
- Device Description: The device is a "single-use medical device designed to cut venous valves during vascular in-situ bypass procedures." This further reinforces its role as a surgical tool used within the patient.
- IVD Definition: In vitro diagnostics are tests performed on samples taken from the human body (like blood, urine, or tissue) to provide information about a person's health. The LimFlow Vector does not perform any such tests on samples. It is a physical tool used for a surgical procedure.
- Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention any aspects related to analyzing biological samples, generating diagnostic results, or providing information for diagnosis.
Therefore, the LimFlow Vector is a therapeutic medical device used for surgical intervention, not an in vitro diagnostic device.
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
The LimFlow Vector is intended for the treatment of vascular disorders and more particularly for excising or disrupting venous valves.
Product codes
MGZ
Device Description
The LimFlow Vector is a single-use medical device designed to cut venous valves during vascular in-situ bypass procedures. The LimFlow Vector consists of a 4Fr intravascular catheter that has a working length of 120cm. It utilizes a deployment mechanism to deploy the self-expanding nitinol cutting basket mounted at distal tip which self-centers in the vessel to prevent the cutting blades from damaging the vessel wall. The size of the cutting basket and cutting blades adjust to the internal diameter of the vein as the LimFlow Vector is being drawn through the vessel. The LimFlow Vector is compatible with 0.018" standard guide wires. The LimFlow Vector is used in a healthcare facility, such as a catheter lab or hospital. It is in contact with patient tissue for less than 24 hours. The LimFlow Vector is supplied sterile.
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
used in a healthcare facility, such as a catheter lab or hospital.
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)
Performance Testing, including
- Dimensional verification against product design specifications
- Simulated Use
- Tensile Strength testing of all bond joints
- Flexibility and Kink resistance
- Torque Strength
- Radiopacity
- Corrosion resistance
- Particulate Evaluation
- Luer and Leak Testing
- Shelf-life Testing
- Sterilization Validation
- Packaging Validation
- Biocompatibility In conformance with the applicable sections of ISO 10993-1, the following testing was performed confirming biocompatibility of the device:
- Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5)
- Sensitization (ISO 10993-10)
- Irritation (ISO 10993-10)
- Acute Systemic Toxicity (ISO 10993-11)
- Material Mediated Pyrogenicity (ISO 10993-11)
- Hemolysis (ISO 10993-4)
- PTT (ISO 10993-4)
- Complement Activation (ISO 10993-4)
- Thrombogenicity
- Pre-clinical studies have been performed in the swine and cadaveric model to support substantial equivalence.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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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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§ 870.4885 External vein stripper.
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Identification. An external vein stripper is an extravascular device used to remove a section of a vein.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).
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December 21, 2022
LimFlow, Inc. Zachary Woodson VP of Regulatory Affairs & Ouality 3031 Tisch Way - 110 Plaza West San Jose, California 95128
Re: K221902
Trade/Device Name: LimFlow Vector Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.4885 Regulation Name: External Vein Stripper Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MGZ Dated: June 28, 2022 Received: June 30, 2022
Dear Zachary Woodson:
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.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's
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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, Rohini Retarekar -S
for Carmen Johnson, PhD Assistant Director DHT2B: Division of Circulatory Support, Structural and Vascular Devices OHT2: Office of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K221902
Device Name LimFlow Vector™
Indications for Use (Describe)
The LimFlow Vector is intended for the treatment of vascular disorders and more particularly for excising or disrupting venous valves.
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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510(k) Summary LimFlow Vector™ 510(k) Summary 21 CFR807.92
5.1 Submitter Information
| Applicant: | LimFlow Inc. |
|---|---|
| Address | 3031 Tisch Way |
| 110 Plaza West | |
| San Jose, CA 95127 | |
| Phone Number: | +1 (888) 478-7705 |
| E-mail: | info@limflow.com |
| Contact: | Zachary Woodson |
| Contact e-mail: | zwoodson@limflow.com |
| Contact Phone Number: | +1 (707) 328-6522 |
| Date Prepared: | 20 December 2022 |
5.2 Proposed Device
Trade Name: Common name: Classification name: Classification: Regulation: Product Code:
LimFlow Vector Valvulotome Device, External Vein Stripper Product Class II 21 CFR 870.4885 MGZ
5.3 Predicate Device
| Trade Name: | Expandable LeMaitre Valvulotome (ELV) |
|---|---|
| Common name: | Valvulotome |
| Classification name: | Device, External Vein Stripper Product |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Regulation: | 21 CFR 870.4885 |
| Product Code: | MGZ |
| Premarket Notification: | K132190 |
| Note: This predicate device has not been subject to a recall |
5.4 Device Description
The LimFlow Vector is a single-use medical device designed to cut venous valves during vascular in-situ bypass procedures. The LimFlow Vector consists of a 4Fr intravascular catheter that has a working length of 120cm. It utilizes a deployment mechanism to deploy the self-expanding nitinol cutting basket mounted at distal tip which self-centers in the vessel to prevent the cutting blades from damaging the vessel wall. The size of the cutting basket and cutting blades adjust to the internal diameter of the vein as the LimFlow Vector is being drawn through the vessel. The LimFlow Vector is compatible with 0.018"
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standard guide wires. The LimFlow Vector is used in a healthcare facility, such as a catheter lab or hospital. It is in contact with patient tissue for less than 24 hours. The LimFlow Vector is supplied sterile.
Intended Use/Indications For Use 5.5
The LimFlow Vector is intended for the treatment of vascular disorders and more particularly for excising or disrupting venous valves.
5.6 Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device
A comparison of the technological characteristics of the subject device and the predicate device shows the LimFlow Vector to be substantially equivalent to the current marketed predicate device. Equivalence is based on the product performance, design, and intended use. The LimFlow Vector and the predicate device have similar designs, materials of construction, and use ethylene oxide sterilization processes. The LimFlow Vector does not contain a hydrophilic coating and is offered in one 120 cm catheter length versus two shorter (40 or 98 cm) lengths for the predicate device. The LimFlow Vector has a 4 French outer diameter (OD) with a 4.5 mm cutting basket OD versus the 6 French OD predicate with a 9.5 mm cutting basket OD.
5.7 Performance Data
The following tests were performed under the specified testing parameters to support the LimFlow Vector device's substantial equivalence.
Performance Testing, including
- Dimensional verification against product design specifications ●
- Simulated Use ●
- Tensile Strength testing of all bond joints ●
- Flexibility and Kink resistance ●
- Torque Strength
- Radiopacity ●
- Corrosion resistance
- Particulate Evaluation
- Luer and Leak Testing ●
- Shelf-life Testing ●
- Sterilization Validation ●
- Packaging Validation ●
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- Biocompatibility In conformance with the applicable sections of ISO ● 10993-1, the following testing was performed confirming biocompatibility of the device:
- Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5) .
- . Sensitization (ISO 10993-10)
- Irritation (ISO 10993-10)
- Acute Systemic Toxicity (ISO 10993-11) ●
- . Material Mediated Pyrogenicity (ISO 10993-11)
- . Hemolysis (ISO 10993-4)
- . PTT (ISO 10993-4)
- Complement Activation (ISO 10993-4) •
- . Thrombogenicity
- Pre-clinical studies have been performed in the swine and cadaveric model to support substantial equivalence.
5.8 Conclusions
The information submitted in this premarket notification confirms the LimFlow Vector raises no new questions of safety and effectiveness and meets the requirements that are considered essential for its intended use and that the LimFlow Vector is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, the Expandable LeMaitre Valvulotome.