K Number
K222437
Device Name
Aristotle Colossus Guidewire
Date Cleared
2023-01-26

(167 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
870.1330
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is intended for general vascular use within the neuro and peripheral vasculatures to introduce and position catheters and other interventional devices. The guidewire is not intended for use in the coronary vasculature.
Device Description
Scientia Vascular's Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is a modification of Scientia Vascular's Aristotle 24 Guidewire. It is a 0.035" diameter, steerable guidewire with a shapeable tip to aid in accessing vasculature. The guidewire is supplied sterile and is for single use only. It is provided in a single stiffness profile (standard) and is available in a range of lengths from 150 cm to 300 cm. The distal portion of the guidewire tip includes a radiopaque platinum wire marker coil to facilitate fluoroscopic visualization. The guidewire has a hydrophilic polymer coating on the distal portion and a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) coating on the proximal portion to reduce friction during manipulation in tortuous vessels. The guidewire is provided with a shaping mandrel, an introducer (to aid with the insertion of the guidewire into a catheter hub and/or a rotating hemostasis valve (RHV)), and a torque device (to attach to the proximal portion of the guidewire to facilitate gripping and manipulation of the guidewire during use). The shaping mandrel, introducer, and torque device accessories are included to facilitate use of the guidewire and are not intended to contact the patient's body.
More Information

No
The description focuses on the physical characteristics and materials of a guidewire and its accessories. There is no mention of software, algorithms, or data processing that would indicate the use of AI/ML.

No.
The Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is primarily designed to facilitate the introduction and positioning of other interventional devices, rather than directly treating a condition itself. It acts as a tool or accessory for interventional procedures, not a therapeutic agent.

No

The device description indicates that the guidewire is used to "introduce and position catheters and other interventional devices," which are procedural functions rather than diagnostic ones. While it facilitates fluoroscopic visualization, this is for guidance during a procedure, not for obtaining diagnostic information about a patient's condition.

No

The device description clearly describes a physical guidewire made of materials like platinum and coated with polymers, along with physical accessories like a shaping mandrel and torque device. It is a hardware device, not software.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is to "introduce and position catheters and other interventional devices" within the neuro and peripheral vasculatures. This is a direct medical intervention within the body, not a test performed on samples taken from the body.
  • Device Description: The description details a physical guidewire designed for navigation within blood vessels. It's a tool used during a medical procedure.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing biological samples (blood, tissue, etc.), detecting specific analytes, or providing diagnostic information based on laboratory testing.

IVD devices are used to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for diagnostic, monitoring, or compatibility purposes. The Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is a surgical/interventional tool used in vivo.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is intended for general vascular use within the neuro and peripheral vasculatures to introduce and position catheters and other interventional devices. The guidewire is not intended for use in the coronary vasculature.

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

MOF, DQX

Device Description

Scientia Vascular's Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is a modification of Scientia Vascular's Aristotle 24 Guidewire. It is a 0.035" diameter, steerable guidewire with a shapeable tip to aid in accessing vasculature. The guidewire is supplied sterile and is for single use only. It is provided in a single stiffness profile (standard) and is available in a range of lengths from 150 cm to 300 cm. The distal portion of the guidewire tip includes a radiopaque platinum wire marker coil to facilitate fluoroscopic visualization. The guidewire has a hydrophilic polymer coating on the distal portion and a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) coating on the proximal portion to reduce friction during manipulation in tortuous vessels.
The guidewire is provided with a shaping mandrel, an introducer (to aid with the insertion of the guidewire into a catheter hub and/or a rotating hemostasis valve (RHV)), and a torque device (to attach to the proximal portion of the guidewire to facilitate gripping and manipulation of the guidewire during use). The shaping mandrel, introducer, and torque device accessories are included to facilitate use of the guidewire and are not intended to contact the patient's body.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

Fluoroscopic visualization

Anatomical Site

Neuro and peripheral vasculatures

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

Physician

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)

Non-Clinical Performance Tests:
Biocompatibility: Evaluation in accordance with ISO 10993-1: 2018. Tests performed include Cytotoxicity (MEM Elution), Direct Contact and Extract Method Hemolysis Test, Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT) Test, Complement Activation of SC5b-9, and Hemocompatibility In-vitro Blood Loop. Key results: Non-cytotoxic, Non-hemolytic, No effect on PTT (similar to predicate), similar or lower potential to activate complement system compared to predicate, thrombogenic risk potential similar to predicate.
Functional Testing: Performance testing after risk assessment per ISO 14971:2012. Functional testing performed per ISO 11070-2014 and AAMI TIR42:2021, as well as FDA Guidance Documents: Coronary, Peripheral, and Neurovascular Guidewires Performance Tests and Recommended Labeling (October 2019) and Intravascular Catheters, Wires and Delivery Systems with Lubricious Coatings Labeling Considerations (October 2019). Tests include Dimensional Verification, Tensile Strength, Fracture and Flexing, Torqueability and Torque Strength, Tip Flexibility, Tip Shape Retention, Coating Lubricity and Durability, Coating Integrity, Particulate, Simulated Use Model Testing and Product Compatibility, Usability Evaluation. Key results: All tests met acceptance criteria.
Sterilization: Evaluated for shelf-life, packaging integrity, sterilization (SAL of at least 10^-6), and EO/ECH residuals and bacterial endotoxin levels.

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.

Aristotle 24 Guidewire (K192783)

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.

ASAHI Neurovascular Guide Wire ASAHI CHIKAI Black 18 (K141751)

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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§ 870.1330 Catheter guide wire.

(a)
Identification. A catheter guide wire is a coiled wire that is designed to fit inside a percutaneous catheter for the purpose of directing the catheter through a blood vessel.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device, when it is a torque device that is manually operated, non-patient contacting, and intended to manipulate non-cerebral vascular guide wires, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 870.9.

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January 26, 2023

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Scientia Vascular, Inc. Max Alfonso Regulatory Affairs Specialist 3487 West 2100 South, Suite 100 West Valley City, Utah 84119

Re: K222437

Trade/Device Name: Aristotle Colossus Guidewire Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1330 Regulation Name: Catheter Guide Wire Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MOF, DQX Dated: December 28, 2022 Received: December 29, 2022

Dear Max Alfonso:

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,

Naira Muradyan -S

Naira Muradyan, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT5A: Division of Neurosurgical, Neurointerventional and Neurodiagnostic Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine 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)

K222437

Device Name Aristotle Colossus Guidewire

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is intended for general vascular use within the neuro and peripheral vasculatures to introduce and position catheters and other interventional devices. The guidewire is not intended for use in the coronary vasculature.

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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510(k) SUMMARY (Per 21 CFR 807.92)

SCIENTIA VASCULAR, INC. Aristotle Colossus Guidewire

Submitter Name and Address: Scientia Vascular, Inc. 3487 West 2100 South Suite 100 West Valley City, UT 84119

Contact Person: Max Alfonso Regulatory Affairs Specialist Phone: 1 (888) 385-9016 Email: regulatory(@scientiavascular.com

Date Prepared: January 26, 2023

Trade Name:Aristotle Colossus Guidewire
Common Name:Guidewire
Classification Name:Guide, Wire, Catheter, Neurovasculature per 21 CFR 870.1330
Primary Product Code:MOF
Secondary Product Code:DQX
Review Panel:Neurology
Device Class:Class II device per 21 CFR 870.1330
Predicate Device:Aristotle 24 Guidewire (K192783)
Reference Device:ASAHI Neurovascular Guide Wire ASAHI CHIKAI Black 18 (K141751)

DEVICE DESCRIPTION

Scientia Vascular's Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is a modification of Scientia Vascular's Aristotle 24 Guidewire. It is a 0.035" diameter, steerable guidewire with a shapeable tip to aid in accessing vasculature. The guidewire is supplied sterile and is for single use only. It is provided in a single stiffness profile (standard) and is available in a range of lengths from 150 cm to 300 cm. The distal portion of the guidewire tip includes a radiopaque platinum wire marker coil to facilitate fluoroscopic visualization. The guidewire has a hydrophilic polymer coating on the distal portion and a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) coating on the proximal portion to reduce friction during manipulation in tortuous vessels.

The guidewire is provided with a shaping mandrel, an introducer (to aid with the insertion of the

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guidewire into a catheter hub and/or a rotating hemostasis valve (RHV)), and a torque device (to attach to the proximal portion of the guidewire to facilitate gripping and manipulation of the guidewire during use). The shaping mandrel, introducer, and torque device accessories are included to facilitate use of the guidewire and are not intended to contact the patient's body.

INTENDED USE

The Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is intended for use by a physician to help introduce and position catheters or other interventional devices within the neuro and peripheral vasculature.

INDICATIONS FOR USE

The Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is intended for general vascular use within the neuro and peripheral vasculatures to introduce and position catheters and other interventional devices. The guidewire is not intended for use in the coronary vasculature.

COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The Aristotle Colossus Guidewire has the:

  • Same indications for use. ●
  • Same intended use,
  • Same operating principle. ●
  • Same basic guidewire design, ●
  • Same materials, and ●
  • Same packaging materials and sterilization process,

as the predicate device.

Shown in the table below is the comparison of technological characteristics for the Aristotle Colossus Guidewire to those of the predicate device, Aristotle 24 Guidewire (K192783), and the reference device, ASAHI Neurovascular Guide Wire ASAHI CHIKAI Black 18 (K141751).

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| Table 1: Comparison between Subject & Predicate/Reference Device Technological Characteristics

Note: Differences between subject and predicate devices are bolded
DescriptionSubject Device
Aristotle Colossus GuidewirePredicate Device
Aristotle 24 Guidewire (K192783)Reference Device
ASAHI Neurovascular Guide Wire ASAHI
CHIKAI Black 18 (K141751)
Indications
for UseThe Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is
intended for general vascular use within
the neuro and peripheral vasculatures to
introduce and position catheters and
other interventional devices. The
guidewire is not intended for use in the
coronary vasculature.The Aristotle 24 Guidewire is intended
for general vascular use within the neuro
and peripheral vasculatures to introduce
and position catheters and other
interventional devices. The guidewire is
not intended for use in the coronary
vasculature.This guide wire is intended to be used in the
neuro vasculature to facilitate the placement
and exchange of therapeutic devices such as
cerebral catheters during intravascular
therapy. This guide wire is intended for use
only in the neuro vasculature.
Intended UseThe Aristotle Colossus Guidewire is
intended for use by a physician to help
introduce and position catheters or other
interventional devices within the neuro
and peripheral vasculature.The Aristotle 24 Guidewire is intended
for use by a physician to help introduce
and position catheters or other
interventional devices within the neuro
and peripheral vasculature.This guide wire is intended to be used in the
neuro vasculature to facilitate the placement
and exchange of therapeutic devices such as
cerebral catheters during intravascular
therapy. This guide wire is intended for use
only in the neuro vasculature.
Wire
Diameter0.035" (0.88 mm)0.024" (0.61 mm)0.018" (0.45 mm)
Device
Length150 cm to 300 cm200 cm200 cm
Flex Length35 cm35 cm34 cm
Tip Type and
ShapeStraight, shapeableStraight, shapeableRound Curve
FlexibilityStandardSupport, Standard, SoftStandard
Wire MaterialCore wire: Stainless-steelCore wire: Stainless-steelCore wire: Stainless-steel
CoatingsDistal End: HydrophilicDistal End: HydrophilicDistal End: Hydrophilic
Table 1: Comparison between Subject & Predicate/Reference Device Technological Characteristics
Note: Differences between subject and predicate devices are bolded
DescriptionSubject Device
Aristotle Colossus GuidewirePredicate Device
Aristotle 24 Guidewire (K192783)Reference Device
ASAHI Neurovascular Guide Wire ASAHI
CHIKAI Black 18 (K141751)
Distal Coated Length: 46 cmDistal Coated Length: 46 cmDistal Coated Length: 170 cm
Proximal End: PTFEProximal End: PTFEProximal End: None
AccessoriesShaping mandrel, guidewire introducer,
torque deviceShaping mandrel, guidewire introducer,
torque deviceShaping mandrel, guidewire introducer,
torque device
Packaging
ConfigurationTyvek pouch, carton, shipper boxTyvek pouch, carton, shipper boxTyvek pouch, carton, shipper box
Sterilization
Method100% Ethylene Oxide (EO)100% EO100% EO
Shelf Life1 year3 years3 years

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The subject device has the following technological characteristic differences when compared to the predicate device: wire diameter, device length and shelf life. The changes in technological characteristics do not result in new materials used or raise new or different questions of safety and effectiveness, nor do the changes result in introduction of new risks for the subject device.

NON-CLINICAL PERFORMANCE TESTS

Results of tests performed on the Aristotle Colossus Guidewire demonstrate that it met the test acceptance criteria and meets the requirements of relevant standards and FDA guidance documents.

Biocompatibility

The biocompatibility evaluation for the subject device, Aristotle Colossus Guidewire, identified as an externally communicating device with circulating blood contact for a limited duration (≤ 24 hours), was performed in accordance with ISO 10993-1: 2018. The materials used in the manufacture of the subject device Aristotle Colossus Guidewire are identical to those used in the manufacturing of the predicate device Aristotle 24 Guidewire, also manufactured by Scientia Vascular, Inc. (K192783). Therefore, some testing is adopted from K192783. The following are the biocompatibility tests performed on the Aristotle Colossus Guidewire:

Name of TestTest SummaryConclusion of Testing
Cytotoxicity: MEM
ElutionCell culture was observed for cytotoxic
reactivity.Non-cytotoxic.
Direct Contact and Extract
Method Hemolysis TestThe difference between the hemolytic
indexes of the subject device and the
negative control was evaluated.Non-hemolytic.
Partial Thromboplastin Time
(PTT) TestThe clotting time was observed for both
the subject device and the predicate.No effect on the PTT. The two
samples are considered similar.
Complement Activation of
SC5b-9Comparison of the subject device SC5b-9
value to the predicate device for all
exposure times was performed.The subject device had similar or
lower potential to activate the
complement system when compared
to the predicate.
Hemocompatibility In- vitro
Blood LoopThe catheters are placed in an in- vitro
blood loop for three runs.
The thrombus score for the subject
device and predicate device is observed.Thrombogenic risk potential similar to
the predicate.

Functional Testing

Performance testing on the subject device was performed after conducting a risk assessment in accordance with ISO 14971:2012 Medical Devices – Application of Risk Management to Medical Devices. Functional testing was performed in accordance with the following standards:

  • ISO 11070-2014 Sterile Single-use Intravascular Introducers, Dilators, and Guidewires; .
  • AAMI TIR42:2021 Evaluation of Particulates Associated with Vascular Medical Devices; ● as well as the FDA Guidance Documents:
    • Coronary, Peripheral, and Neurovascular Guidewires Performance Tests and Recommended ● Labeling (October 2019):
    • Intravascular Catheters, Wires and Delivery Systems with Lubricious Coatings Labeling ●

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Considerations (October 2019).

Table 3 summarizes the testing performed to demonstrate substantial equivalence of the subject device to the predicate device.

Table 3: Summary of Subject Device Functional Testing
TestTest Method SummaryResults
Dimensional
VerificationTests per ISO 11070:
Dimensional inspection per engineering
drawings.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria.
Tensile StrengthTensile testing per ISO 11070.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria
Fracture and
FlexingFracture and Flexing tests per ISO 11070.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria
Torqueability and
Torque StrengthMeasurement of torque response (average
input to output lag) in an anatomical model.
Torque turns to failure in an anatomical
model.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria
Tip FlexibilityMeasure force to deflect guidewire tips at 5
mm, 10 mm, and 20 mm test lengths.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria
Tip Shape,
RetentionGuidewires must be shapeable and must
retain shaped angle after simulated use.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria
Coating Lubricity
and DurabilityFrictional force of coated guidewires was
determined after simulated use in a tortuous
path.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria
Coating IntegrityCoating uniformity and integrity were
visually examined on dyed samples after
simulated use in a tortuous path.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria
ParticulateParticulates of various size ranges counted
after simulated use in a tortuous path.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria
Simulated Use
Model Testing and
Product
CompatibilityAnatomical model designed to simulate the
tortuous anatomy of the neurovasculature was
used for simulated use testing and product
compatibility.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria
Usability
EvaluationPhysicians evaluated subject and predicate
guidewires for various performance
characteristics in a human cadaver.The Aristotle Colossus
Guidewires met test
acceptance criteria

Sterilization

The Aristotle Colossus Guidewire was evaluated for shelf-life testing, packaging integrity, and sterilization including testing to ensure sterilization assurance levels (SAL) of at least 10°, and testing for EO and ethylene chlorohydrin (ECH) residuals and bacterial endotoxin levels.

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CONCLUSION

The subject device, Aristotle Colossus Guidewire, has the same intended use, same indications for use, and the same fundamental design, materials, and device features as the predicate device. The differences in technological characteristics have been evaluated through testing and risk evaluation, and do not raise new or different questions of safety and effectiveness, supporting that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate, Aristotle 24 Guidewire.