K Number
K973485
Device Name
CLEARVIEW BLOWER/MISTER
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
1997-12-08

(84 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.5475
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
This device is intended for use during procedures when a wound or surgical site must be cleared by non-contact means for improved visibility at the site.
Device Description
The ClearView Blower/Mister includes a hand grip with a 3 1/4" or 6 1/2" malleable stainless steel shaft for ease of positioning the device near the surgical site. The soft, silicone tip contains a plastic tube which carries saline to the tip. The proximal end includes a fluid inlet line which terminates in a locking female luer for connection to the fluid administration set. The gas line, located on the proximal end, has an in-line 0.2 micron filter and terminates in a slip connector for connection to the gas source tubing.
More Information

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No
The device description and performance studies focus on the mechanical and fluid dynamics of a blower/mister, with no mention of AI, ML, image processing, or data-driven decision making.

No
The device is used for clearing a wound or surgical site for improved visibility, which is a supportive function during a procedure, not a direct therapeutic intervention.

No

The device is described as clearing a wound or surgical site for improved visibility, which is a preparatory step for observation or intervention, not a diagnostic act itself. Its function is to clear, not to analyze or interpret.

No

The device description clearly outlines physical components such as a hand grip, stainless steel shaft, silicone tip, plastic tube, fluid inlet line, gas line, and filter, indicating it is a hardware device.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is to "clear a wound or surgical site by non-contact means for improved visibility." This is a physical action performed on the patient's body during a procedure, not a test performed on a sample taken from the body.
  • Device Description: The device description details a physical tool with a shaft, tip, fluid inlet, and gas line. It's designed to deliver a stream of gas and saline to a surgical site.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing biological samples (blood, tissue, etc.), detecting analytes, or providing diagnostic information based on laboratory testing.

IVD devices are specifically designed to perform tests on samples taken from the human body to provide information for the diagnosis, monitoring, or treatment of diseases or conditions. This device does not fit that description.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

This device is intended for use during procedures when a wound or surgical site must be cleared by non-contact means for improved visibility at the site.

Product codes

FQH

Device Description

The ClearView Blower/Mister includes a hand grip with a 3 1/4" or 6 1/2" malleable stainless steel shaft for ease of positioning the device near the surgical site. The soft, silicone tip contains a plastic tube which carries saline to the tip. The proximal end includes a fluid inlet line which terminates in a locking female luer for connection to the fluid administration set. The gas line, located on the proximal end, has an in-line 0.2 micron filter and terminates in a slip connector for connection to the gas source tubing.

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

This device was tested to determine the force exerted by the gas/saline stream under various flow rates at varying distances from a flat surface. The force was consistent over the range of discharge heights for a given flow rate. Both models performed consistently over the tested flow and discharge height conditions. This device and the predicate device were tested to determine the force exerted by the gas/saline stream at the labeled maximum flow rates at the labeled maximum and minimum discharge heights. The predicate device exerted a force approximately 70% greater at maximum flow and minimum discharge height conditions. The mist pattern delivered by this device and the predicate device were measured under typical air flow rates over the recommended range of saline flow rates and discharge heights. The mist pattern of this device was circular in shape and centered under the discharge tip. The mist pattern of the predicate device is oval in shape with the major axis perpendicular to the discharge tip. This device was tested to determine the effect that repeated/multiple bends of the malleable shaft have on the performance of the product under fixed flow conditions. No measurable changes in air or saline flow rates were observed.

Key Metrics

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Predicate Device(s)

K922083

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 880.5475 Jet lavage.

(a)
Identification. A jet lavage is a device used to clean a wound by a pulsatile jet of sterile fluid. The device consists of the pulsing head, tubing to connect to a container of sterile fluid, and a means of propelling the fluid through the tubing, such as an electric roller pump.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 880.9.

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Medironic &

K 7/57-2

DEC - 8 1997

x: (616) 242-5262

510(k) SUMMARY

PROPRIETARY NAME: ClearView Blower/Mister COMMON NAME: Lavage or irrigation device CLASSIFICATION NAME: Jet lavage per 21 CFR 880.5475

LEGALLY MARKETED PREDICATE DEVICE

The claim of substantial equivalence of the ClearView Blower/Mister is made to the RMI VisuFlow Surgical Site Visualization Wand, K922083.

DEVICE DESCRIPTION

The ClearView Blower/Mister includes a hand grip with a 3 1/4" or 6 1/2" malleable stainless steel shaft for ease of positioning the device near the surgical site. The soft, silicone tip contains a plastic tube which carries saline to the tip. The proximal end includes a fluid inlet line which terminates in a locking female luer for connection to the fluid administration set. The gas line, located on the proximal end, has an in-line 0.2 micron filter and terminates in a slip connector for connection to the gas source tubing.

INTENDED USE

This device is intended for use during procedures when a wound or surgical site must be cleared by non-contact means for improved visibility at the site.

TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Both devices clear the surgical site using a pressurized stream of filtered USP medical air and a saline mist. The gas line in both devices includes a 0.2 micron hydrophobic filter. Both RMI and DLP devices require a 8' PVC gas line and standard IV administration set for delivering air and saline to the device. With both products, the mist is controlled by adjusting the saline using the roller clamp and/or the air using the regulated gas flow control. Both devices are sterile, non-pyrogenic and single use only.

NON-CLINICAL PERFORMANCE DATA

This device was tested to determine the force exerted by the gas/saline stream under various flow rates at varying distances from a flat surface. The force was consistent over the range of discharge heights for a given flow rate. Both models performed consistently over the tested flow and discharge height conditions.

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This device and the predicate device were tested to determine the force exerted by the gas/saline stream at the labeled maximum flow rates at the labeled maximum and minimum discharge heights. The predicate device exerted a force approximately 70% greater at maximum flow and minimum discharge height conditions.

The mist pattern delivered by this device and the predicate device were measured under typical air flow rates over the recommended range of saline flow rates and discharge heights. The mist pattern of this device was circular in shape and centered under the discharge tip. The mist pattern of the predicate device is oval in shape with the major axis perpendicular to the discharge tip.

This device was tested to determine the effect that repeated/multiple bends of the malleable shaft have on the performance of the product under fixed flow conditions. No measurable changes in air or saline flow rates were observed.

SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE CONCLUSION

The performance testing results demonstrate the ClearView Blower/Mister is substantially equivalent to the RMI Surgical Site Visualization Wand.

Gretchen Hartlage September 12, 1997

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

DEC - 8 1997

Ms. Gretchen Hartlage Senior Product Regulation Manager DLP, Division of Medtronic, Incorporated 620 Watson, S.W. 49501-0409 Grands Rapids, Michigan

K973485 Re: ClearView Blower/Mister Trade Name: Requlatory Class: II Product Code: FQH Dated: September 12, 1997 September 15, 1997 Received:

Dear Ms. Hartlage:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions The general controls provisions of the Act of the Act. include requirements for annual reqistration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General requlation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory In addition, FDA may publish further announcements action. concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obliqation you miqht have under sections 531

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through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling requlation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4618. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Timb ny A. Ulatowsk Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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K973485

510(k) Number (if known):

Device Name:____ClearView Blower/Mister

Indications For Use:

This device is intended for use during procedures when a wound or surgical site must be cleared by non-contact means for improved visibility at the site.

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