The flexible nasopharyngo-laryngoscope and the flexible bronchoscope are used to visualize body cavities via natual passages. The button electrode is used for tissue and vessel coagulation by means of high frequency current under endoscopic view.
Device Story
Flexible nasopharyngo-laryngoscopes and bronchoscopes consist of a flexible insertion tube (with or without working channel), control section for tip deflection, and eyepiece for direct visualization or video camera connection. Used by ENT specialists to visualize body cavities via natural passages. Includes a button electrode for tissue/vessel coagulation using high-frequency current under endoscopic guidance. Device facilitates diagnostic and therapeutic procedures when used with auxiliary instruments. Benefits include minimally invasive access to airway and nasopharyngeal structures.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only.
Technological Characteristics
Flexible endoscope design; materials consistent with K980401. Features include tip deflection control, optional working channel, and fixed or removable light cable. High-frequency current used for coagulation via button electrode. Standards: IEC601-1, IEC601-2-18, IEC601-2-2.
Indications for Use
Indicated for examination, diagnosis, and/or therapy in connection with endoscopic accessories/auxiliary instruments through the working channel of the endoscope. Used in ENT medical discipline (e.g., naso-pharyngeal cavity, larynx, trachea, and bronchial branch) by trained and qualified medical personnel. Requires selection of appropriate device dimensions based on patient anatomy.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A nasopharyngoscope (flexible or rigid) and accessories is a tubular endoscopic device with any of a group of accessory devices which attach to the nasopharyngoscope and is intended to examine or treat the nasal cavity and nasal pharynx. It is typically used with a fiberoptic light source and carrier to provide illumination. The device is made of materials such as stainless steel and flexible plastic. This generic type of device includes the antroscope, nasopharyngolaryngoscope, nasosinuscope, nasoscope, postrhinoscope, rhinoscope, salpingoscope, flexible foreign body claw, flexible biopsy forceps, rigid biopsy curette, flexible biospy brush, rigid biopsy forceps and flexible biopsy curette, but excludes the fiberoptic light source and carrier.
Predicate Devices
Flexible fiberscopes and accessories (urology, surgery, and gynecology) (K980401)
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# SEP 2 4 1999
<992526
353 Corporate Woods Parkway Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061 Phone: 847.913.1413 Fax: 847.913.1488
RICHARD WOLF
MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION
# 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
| Company / Institution name: | Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp. | Date of Preparation: | July 26, 1999 |
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| Division name (if applicable): | N.A. | FDA establishment regulation number: | 14 184 79 |
| Street address: | 353 Corporate Woods Parkway | Phone number (include area code): | (847) 913-1113 |
| City: | Vernon Hills | FAX number (include area code): | (847) 913-0924 |
| State/Province: | Illinois | | |
| Country: | USA | | |
| ZIP/Postal Code: | 60061 | | |
| Contact name: | Mr. Robert L. Casarsa | | |
| Contact title: | Quality Assurance Manager | | |
| Product Information: | | | |
| Trade name: | Flexible nasopharyngo-laryngoscope and Flexible bronchoscope | Model number: | 7222, 7223, 7224, 7265, 7325, 7330 |
| Common name: | Naso-pharyngo-laryngo-fiberscope and broncho-fiberscope | Classification Name: | Nasopharyngo-laryngoscope and bronchoscope |
| Information on devices to which substantial equivalence is claimed: | | | |
| | 510(k) Number | Trade or proprietary or model name | Manufacturer | |
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| 1 | K980401 | Flexible fiberscopes and accessories (urology, surgery, and gynecology) | Richard Wolf | |
| 2 | K951196 /K921707 | Naso-pharyngo-laryngo-esophago fiberscopes FNL-7, FNL-10, FNL-13, FNL-15 | Pentax | |
| 3 | K811053 / K951199 | Broncho deluxe fiberscoe FB-10, FB18 | Pentax | |
#### 1.0 Description
The flexible bronchoscopes and nasopharyngo-laryngoscopes consist of three parts: 1) flexible insertion part with or without a working channel, 2) control part for the deflection of the tip, and 3) an eyepiece for direct view or connection to a video camera.
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#### 2.0 Intended Use
The flexible nasopharyngo-laryngoscope and the flexible bronchoscope are used to visualize body cavities via natual passages.
The bottom electrode is used for tissue and vessel coagulation by means of high frequency current under endoscopic view.
#### 3.0 Technological Characteristics
They are equivalent to the flexible endoscopes cleared in K980401, Flexible Fiberscopes and Accessories for urology, surgery, and gynecology. The fiberscopes in the submission use the same basic design and device material as submitted in K980401. Some flexible bronchoscopes and nasopharyngo-laryngoscopes have a fixed light cable instead of a removable light cable; some of them have a working channel.
#### 4.0 Substantial Equivalence
The submitted devices pose the same type of questions about safety and effectiveness as the compared devices. The new technological characteristics have not diminished safety or effectiveness. The submitted devices are substantially equivalent to existing 510(k) devices sold by Richard Wolf and Pentax.
#### 5.0 Performance Data
No performance standards are known. The fiberscopes and the button electrode were built according to the specifiecied standards IEC601-1, IEC601-2-18, and IEC601-2-2.
#### 6.0 Clinical Tests
No clinical tests performed.
#### 7.0 Conclusions Drawn
These devices are designed and tested to guarantee the safety and effectiveness during the expected life time of the device when used according to the instruction manual.
By: Robert J. Casares
Robert L. Casarsa Quality Assurance Manager
Date: 7/22/99
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
SEP 2 4 1999
Mr. Robert L. Casarsa Quality Assurance Manager Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp. 353 Corporate Woods Parkway Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
Re: K992526
Device: Flexible Nasopharyngo-Larynogoscope and Bronchoscope Dated: July 28, 1999 Received: July 26, 1999 Classification Regulation: 77 EOB, 21 CFR 874.4760 77 EOQ, 21 CFR 874.4680
Regulatory Class: II
Dear Mr. Casarsa:
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 of the Act. 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.
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 requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (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 action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations .
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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your devices as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your devices to legally marketed predicate devices results in a classification for your devices and thus, permits your devices to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your devices on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4613. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your devices, 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 tollfree number (800) 638-2041 or at (301) 443-6597.
Sincerely yours,
Afvey L. Rosenthal
A. Ralph Rosenthal, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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< 999596 510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name:____ Flexible Nasopharyngo-Laryngoscope and Bronchoscope_
### Intended Use:
The flexible nasopharyngo-laryngoscope and the flexible bronchoscope are used to visualize body cavities via natual passages.
The button electrode is used for tissue and vessel coagulation by means of high frequency current under endoscopic view.
### Indication and Field of Application:
For examination, diagnosis, and /or therapy in connection with endoscopic accessories / auxiliary instruments through the working channel of the endoscope. This instruement is used in the medical discipline of ENT (e.g. naso-pharynxngeal cavity - larynx / trachea and bronchial branch by adequately trained and qualified medical personnel.
IMPORTANT! The product dimensions must correspond to the anatomic conditions, i.e., the correct flexible nasopharyngoscope or flexible bronchoscope must be selected for the planned intervention.
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| 510(k) Number | k992526 |
| Prescription Use | <span style="text-decoration: overline;">✓</span> | OR | Over-The Counter | <span style="text-decoration: overline;"></span> |
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