K Number
K222679
Device Name
Vericor Support Catheter
Date Cleared
2022-11-07

(62 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
870.1210
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Vericor Support Catheter is intended for use in small vessel or superselective anatomy for diagnostic and interventional procedures, including peripheral use.
Device Description
The Vericor Support Catheter with hydrophilic coating is a braided, kink-resistant catheter designed to facilitate wire guide exchange, wire guide support and to provide a conduit for the delivery of saline solutions or diagnostic contrast agents. The Vericor Support Catheter will be available in three catheter lengths which are 90 cm, 135 cm and 150 cm. The proposed device is a single-lumen catheter. The hub of the catheter incorporates standard luer adapter to facilitate the attachment of accessories. The outer surface of the distal catheter has a hydrophilic coating. The catheter has three radiopaque markers at the distal end to facilitate fluoroscopic visualization. The device is provided in single use and sterile.
More Information

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No
The device description and performance studies focus on the physical and functional characteristics of a support catheter, with no mention of AI or ML capabilities. The testing is based on standard medical device performance and biocompatibility standards, not AI/ML model validation.

No
The device is described as a "support catheter" intended for diagnostic and interventional procedures, facilitating wire guide exchange and delivery of solutions or contrast agents, rather than directly treating a condition.

Yes
Explanation: The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" section states that the device is "intended for use in small vessel or superselective anatomy for diagnostic and interventional procedures".

No

The device description clearly outlines a physical catheter with specific dimensions, materials (braided, hydrophilic coating, radiopaque markers), and mechanical properties (kink-resistant, torque transmission, flexibility). The performance studies also focus on physical and material characteristics, not software functionality.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states the device is for use in vivo (within the body) for diagnostic and interventional procedures in small vessels. IVD devices are used in vitro (outside the body) to examine specimens like blood, urine, or tissue.
  • Device Description: The description details a catheter designed to be inserted into the body to facilitate procedures and deliver substances. This is consistent with an in vivo medical device, not an in vitro diagnostic test.
  • Input Imaging Modality: The device is visualized using fluoroscopy, which is an in vivo imaging technique.
  • Anatomical Site: The device is used in specific anatomical locations within the body.

Therefore, the Vericor Support Catheter is an invasive medical device used for diagnostic and interventional procedures within the body, not an IVD device.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Vericor Support Catheter is intended for use in small vessel or superselective anatomy for diagnostic and interventional procedures, including peripheral use.

Product codes

KRA

Device Description

The Vericor Support Catheter with hydrophilic coating is a braided, kink-resistant catheter designed to facilitate wire guide exchange, wire guide support and to provide a conduit for the delivery of saline solutions or diagnostic contrast agents. The Vericor Support Catheter will be available in three catheter lengths which are 90 cm, 135 cm and 150 cm. The proposed device is a single-lumen catheter. The hub of the catheter incorporates standard luer adapter to facilitate the attachment of accessories. The outer surface of the distal catheter has a hydrophilic coating. The catheter has three radiopaque markers at the distal end to facilitate fluoroscopic visualization. The device is provided in single use and 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

small vessel or superselective anatomy, peripheral use

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)

Non clinical tests were conducted to verify that the proposed device met all design specifications and was found to be Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device. The testing was conducted with methods and criteria (as applicable) for compliance with the following standards:

  • ISO 10993-4: 2017 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 4: Selection of tests for interactions with blood
  • ISO 10993-5: 2009 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity
  • ISO 10993-7:2008 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 7: Ethylene oxide sterilization residuals
  • ISO 10993-10: 2010 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization
  • ISO 10993-11: 2017 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 11: Tests for systemic toxicity
  • USP Bacterial Endotoxins Test
  • ASTM F756-17, Standard Practice for Assessment of Hemolytic Properties of Materials
  • ASTM F2382-18, Standard Test Method for Assessment of Circulating Blood-Contacting Medical Device Materials on PTT
  • ASTM D4169-16, Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and System
  • ASTM F1886/F1886M-16, Standard Test Method for Determining Integrity of Seals for Flexible Packaging by Visual Inspection
  • ASTM F1929-15, Standard Test Method for Detecting Seal Leaks in Porous Medical Packaging by Dye Penetration
  • ASTM F88/F88M-15, Standard Test Method for Seal Strength of Flexible Barrier Materials
  • ISO 10555-1: 2013, Intravascular catheters - Sterile and single-use intravascular catheters - Part 1: General requirements [Including AMENDMENT 1 (2017)]
  • ISO 80369-7: 2021, Small-bore connectors for liquids and gases in healthcare applications - Part 7: Connectors for intravascular or hypodermic applications
  • USP, Pyrogen Test
  • USP, Particulate Matter in Injections
  • ASTM F640-20, Standard Test Methods for Determining Radiopacity for Medical Use
  • ASTM F2606-08, Standard Guide for Three-Point Bending of Balloon-Expandable Vascular Stents and Stent Systems

Key results: The results of performance testing conducted on the Vericor Support Catheter demonstrate that it performs as designed, is suitable for its indication for use and is equivalent in performance to the identified predicate device.

Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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Predicate Device(s)

K160884

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 870.1210 Continuous flush catheter.

(a)
Identification. A continuous flush catheter is an attachment to a catheter-transducer system that permits continuous intravascular flushing at a slow infusion rate for the purpose of eliminating clotting, back-leakage, and waveform damping.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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November 7, 2022

VascuPatent Medical (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd. c/o Dr. Diana Hong General Manager Mid-Link Consulting Co., Ltd P.O. Box 120-119 Shanghai, Guangdong 200120 China

Re: K222679

Trade/Device Name: Vericor Support Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1210 Regulation Name: Continuous Flush Catheter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KRA Dated: September 14, 2022 Received: September 14, 2022

Dear Diana Hong:

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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Sincerely,

Gregory W. Digitally signed by
Gregory W. Gregory W. O'connell -S O'connell -S Date: 2022.11.07

Gregory O'Connell Assistant Director DHT2C: Division of Coronary and Peripheral Intervention Devices OHT2: Office of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number: K222679

Device Name Vericor Support Catheter

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Vericor Support Catheter is intended for use in small vessel or superselective anatomy for diagnostic and interventional procedures, including peripheral use.

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

This 510(k) Summary is being submitted in accordance with requirements of Title 21, CFR Section 807.92.

The assigned 510(k) Number: K222679

    1. Date of Preparation: 09/02/2022
    1. Sponsor Identification

VascuPatent Medical (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd.

Room 314 & 316, Building A, Branch 3, Leibai Zhongcheng Life Science Park, No.22 Jinxiu East Road, Jinsha Community, Pingshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, P.R.China

Establishment Registration Number: Not registered

Contact Person: Heather Li Position: Director of QA & RA Tel: +86- 18922846103 Fax: +86- 755-89666170 Email: hli@vascupatent.com

    1. Designated Submission Correspondent
      Ms. Diana Hong (Primary Contact Person) Ms. Tingting Su (Alternative Contact Person)

Mid-Link Consulting Co., Ltd

P.O. Box 120-119, Shanghai, 200120, China

Tel: +86-21-22815850, Fax: 360-925-3199 Email: info@mid-link.net

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4. Identification of Proposed Device

Trade Name: Vericor Support Catheter Common Name: Continuous Flush Catheter

Regulatory Information Classification Name: Continuous flush catheter Classification: II Product Code: KRA Regulation Number: 21CFR 870.1210 Review Panel: Cardiovascular

Indication for Use:

The Vericor Support Catheter is intended for use in small vessel or superselective anatomy for diagnostic and interventional procedures, including peripheral use.

Device Description

The Vericor Support Catheter with hydrophilic coating is a braided, kink-resistant catheter designed to facilitate wire guide exchange, wire guide support and to provide a conduit for the delivery of saline solutions or diagnostic contrast agents. The Vericor Support Catheter will be available in three catheter lengths which are 90 cm, 135 cm and 150 cm. The proposed device is a single-lumen catheter. The hub of the catheter incorporates standard luer adapter to facilitate the attachment of accessories. The outer surface of the distal catheter has a hydrophilic coating. The catheter has three radiopaque markers at the distal end to facilitate fluoroscopic visualization. The device is provided in single use and sterile.

  • న. Identification of Predicate Devices
    Predicate Device 510(k) Number: K160884 Product Name: CXI Support Catheter

    1. Non-Clinical Test Conclusion
      Non clinical tests were conducted to verify that the proposed device met all design specifications and was found to be Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device. The testing was conducted with methods and criteria (as applicable) for compliance with the following standards:
  • ISO 10993-4: 2017 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 4: Selection of tests for interactions with blood

  • ISO 10993-5: 2009 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity

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  • A ISO 10993-7:2008 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 7: Ethylene oxide sterilization residuals
  • ISO 10993-10: 2010 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization

  • ISO 10993-11: 2017 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 11: Tests for systemic toxicity

  • USP Bacterial Endotoxins Test

  • ASTM F756-17, Standard Practice for Assessment of Hemolytic Properties of Materials

  • ASTM F2382-18, Standard Test Method for Assessment of Circulating Blood-Contacting Medical Device Materials on PTT

  • A ASTM D4169-16, Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and System
  • ASTM F1886/F1886M-16, Standard Test Method for Determining Integrity of Seals for Flexible Packaging by Visual Inspection

  • ASTM F1929-15, Standard Test Method for Detecting Seal Leaks in Porous Medical Packaging by Dye Penetration

  • A ASTM F88/F88M-15, Standard Test Method for Seal Strength of Flexible Barrier Materials
  • A ISO 10555-1: 2013, Intravascular catheters - Sterile and single-use intravascular catheters - Part 1: General requirements [Including AMENDMENT 1 (2017)]
  • ISO 80369-7: 2021, Small-bore connectors for liquids and gases in healthcare applications - Part 7: Connectors for intravascular or hypodermic applications

  • A USP, Pyrogen Test
  • USP, Particulate Matter in Injections

  • ASTM F640-20, Standard Test Methods for Determining Radiopacity for Medical Use

  • ASTM F2606-08, Standard Guide for Three-Point Bending of Balloon-Expandable Vascular Stents and Stent Systems

The results of performance testing conducted on the Vericor Support Catheter demonstrate that it performs as designed, is suitable for its indication for use and is equivalent in performance to the identified predicate device. A summary of the tests performed is provided in the table below:

TestTest Method SummaryResults and Conclusion
Visual inspectionObserve the catheter by naked eyes or under microscope of X2.5 magnification for any structural or mechanical damage.The catheter met acceptance criteria.
Corrosion ResistanceThe proposed device was evaluated per ISO 10555 - 1:2013. To demonstrate that the device meets the corrosion resistance.Corrosion resistance met acceptance criteria.
Dimensional verificationVerify dimensions using specified measurement tools. Record measurements.Size verification met acceptance criteria.
FlowrateThe proposed device was evaluated per ISO 10555-1:2013. To demonstrate that the deviceThe flowrate of the Vericor catheter size verification met
determination testmeets the flowrate requirements.acceptance criteria.
Compatibility testSimulated use testing with compatible devices in a vascular model was performed.The device can be used as intended.
Simulated useSimulated use testing in a vascular model was performedThe device can be used as intended.
Power injectionThe proposed device was evaluated per ISO 10555 - 1:2013. To demonstrate that the device meets the power injection requirements.The catheters were free of leakage, rupture or other failure modes during power injection test, and the test result met acceptance criteria.
Torque transmissionFix the distal end of the catheter and rotate the proximal.Torque transmission met acceptance criteria.
Air leakageThe proposed device was evaluated per ISO 10555 - 1 to demonstrate that the product meets the hub aspiration air leakage requirements.No air leakage
Liquid leakageThe proposed device was evaluated per ISO 10555 - 1. To demonstrate that the device meets the liquid leakage under pressure requirements.No liquid leakage
Static burst pressureBurst pressure tests were performed at pressures greater than the maximum injection pressures.Burst pressure met acceptance criteria.
Friction of coatingThe test simulates the change in coating friction of the product before and after useFriction met acceptance criteria
Coating integrityAfter simulating the use with compatible devices, the coating is dyed and observe coating defects with magnification.Coating integrity met acceptance criteria.
FlexibilityThe proposed device was evaluated per ASTM F2606-2008. To demonstrate that the device meets the flexibility requirements.Tip flexibility met acceptance criteria.
Kink resistanceOne end of the test piece was fixed on the stator of kink resistance fixture, and the other was fixed on the mover that could move axially in a fixture. The radius gradually decreased when the mover moves axially. Recorded the total length of the catheter body with fixed ends.Kink resistance met acceptance
Peak tensile forceUse a tensile test machine to apply a tensile
load to the sample and determine whether the
maximum tensile force meets the acceptance
criteria.Peak tensile force met
acceptance criteria.
Catheter tip twist to
damage testFixed the end of the tip with a Torsional
Meter. Rotated the proximal end of the
catheter until the tip or body deformed or
failedTip twist met acceptance
RadiopacityThe radiopaque marker on the catheter tip
should be visible under X - ray.The radiopaque marker on
the catheter tip is visible
under X - ray.
Catheter body axial
compression testThe lower jaw clamped the fixture, and the
upper jaw clamped one test piece of the
catheter. Recorded the force-deflection curve
and peak force value of the catheter body
during test.Catheter body axial force met
acceptance criteria.
Delivery and retrieval
forces testThe proposed device was evaluated per FDA
Guidance - Non-Clinical Engineering Tests and
Recommended Labeling for Intravascular
Stents and Associated Delivery Systems. To
demonstrate that the device meets the delivery
and retrieval requirements.Deliver and retrieval force
met acceptance criteria.
Particulate testingAfter simulating the use with compatible
devices, determine the quantity and size of the
particles generated.The number and size of the
particles
met
acceptance
criteria.
Connector
performanceThe proposed device was evaluated per ISO
80369-7 to demonstrate that the product meets
the requirements for small bore connectors.Connector performance met
acceptance criteria.

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    1. Clinical Test Conclusion
      No clinical study is included in this submission.

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8. Substantially Equivalent (SE) Comparison

ItemProposed DevicePredicate Device K160884Remark
ClassificationIIIISame
Product CodeKRAKRASame
Regulation Number21 CFR 870.121021 CFR 870.1210Same
Indication for UseThe Vericor Support Catheter is
intended for use in small vessel or
superselective anatomy for diagnostic
and interventional procedures,
including peripheral use.The CXI TM Support Catheter is
intended for use in small vessel or
superselective anatomy for
diagnostic and interventional
procedures, including peripheral use.Same
ComponentHub
Strain relief
Distal shaft
Proximal shaft
Marker bands
Radiopaque tipMulti layers with hydrophilic
coating
Distal tip and hubDifferent
Inner Diameter0.0215inch0.0215inchSame
Outer DiameterProximal: 2.5Fr (0.83mm)
Distal: 2.4Fr (0.80mm)2.6Fr (0.87mm)
4.0Fr (1.23mm)Different
Effective length90cm, 135cm, 150cm65cm, 90cm, 135cm, 150cmSimilar
Maximum Guidewire0.018inch0.018inchSame
Radiopaque MarkerYesYesSame
Single UseYesYesSame
LabelingConform with Part 801Conform with Part 801Same
Patient-contact Material
TipTip Outer
BodyPolyether block amide (PEBA)
TungstenDifferent
Tip Inner
BodyPolyether block amide (PEBA)
PTFEPoly tetra fluoroethylene (PTFE)
LinerPoly tetra fluoroethylene (PTFE)Unknown
Marker BandPolyamide
Tungsten
Proxim
al ShaftProximal
Outer
BodyPolyethylene terephthalate (PET)
PTFEPoly tetra fluoroethylene (PTFE)
Liner
DistalPolyamide
Distal
ShaftOuter
Body 1Polyether block amide (PEBA)
Distal
Outer
Body 2Polyamide
PTFE
LinerPoly tetra fluoroethylene (PTFE)
Hydrophilic CoatingEthanol
2-Hydroxy-1-[4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)
phenyl]-2-methyl-1-propanone
Ethanol
Water
Polyvinylpyrrolidone
HubPolycarbonate (PC)
Biocompatibility
CytotoxicityNo cytotoxicitySame
Skin SensitizationNo skin sensitization
Intracutaneous
ReactivityNo irritation
Systemic ToxicityNo systemic toxicity
PyrogenNo pyrogen
Complement
ActivationNo significant difference to control
groupConform with ISO 10993 standards
In Vivo
ThromboresistanceMinimal thrombosis
HemolysisNo hemolysis
Partial
Thromboplastin TimeNo significant difference to control
group
SterilizationEthylene oxideEthylene oxideSame
SAL10-610-6Same

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Analysis Different - Component

The components for the proposed device are different from predicate device. The component name for different manufacturer maybe different from each other. Each component of the proposed device is written in more detail. However, the differences in component name will not affect indication for use or raise any safety issues. In addition, a comparative performance test was conducted between the proposed device and the predicate device, and the test results showed that the performance of the two devices was

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similar. Therefore, this difference does not raise new safety and efficacy issues.

Analysis Different -Outer Diameter

The outer diameter of the proposed device is different from predicate device. The proposed device is designed with unequal outer diameter, while the predicate device is designed with equal outer diameter. The predicate device has two sizes of outer diameter, while the proposed device has only one. However, the proposed proximal outer diameter is very similar to the predicate device and this difference is small. The comparative performance test was conducted between the proposed device and the predicate device, and the test results showed that the performance of the two devices was similar. Therefore, this difference does not raise new safety and efficacy issues.

Analysis Similar-Effective length

The outer diameter of the proposed device is similar to predicate device. The proposed devices are available in three effective lengths, which are 90cm, 135cm and 150cm. The predicate devices are available in four effective lengths, which are 65cm, 90cm, 135cm and 150cm. The effective length for the proposed device is covered by the range of lengths for the predicate device. Therefore, this difference does not raise new safety and efficacy issues.

Analysis Different- Patient-contact Material

The materials of subject device may be different from predicate device. However, biocompatibility and other bench tests were performed on the proposed device and the test results showed that there was no adverse effect. Therefore, this difference does not raise new safety and efficacy issues.

Substantially Equivalent (SE) Conclusion 9.

Based on the comparison and analysis above, the proposed devices are determined to be Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate devices.