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    K Number
    K240746
    Date Cleared
    2024-11-20

    (246 days)

    Product Code
    Regulation Number
    870.1250
    Reference & Predicate Devices
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    Applicant Name (Manufacturer) :

    Q'Apel Medical, Inc.

    AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
    Intended Use

    The Neurovascular Access System Family is indicated for the introduction of interventional devices into the peripheral and neuro vasculature. It is not intended for use in coronary arteries.

    Device Description

    The subject Neurovascular Access System Family consists of sterile, single-use catheters and accessories that are used together to facilitate the insertion and guidance of an appropriately sized interventional device into a selected vessel in the peripheral and neurovasculature. The Neurovascular Access System is comprised of the Neurovascular Access Catheter, Access Tool, Peel Away Introducer and Dilator. The Neurovascular Access System Family is offered in various lengths to accommodate physician preferences and anatomical variations. The distal end of the catheter is coated with hydrophilic coating to reduce friction during use and a radiopaque marker on the distal tip that is visible under fluoroscopy.

    AI/ML Overview

    This document is a 510(k) Summary for a medical device called the "Neurovascular Access System Family." It details the device's characteristics, intended use, and compares it to legally marketed predicate devices to demonstrate substantial equivalence.

    Here's a breakdown of the requested information based on the provided text:

    1. A table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance

    Test NameObjectiveTest Method / Standard or GuidanceAcceptance Criteria (Implied by "Pass")Reported Device Performance
    Visual Surface RequirementsTo demonstrate that the device meets the visual surface requirements.ISO 10555-1 2013, Section 4.4Device meets visual surface requirements.Pass
    Dimensional VerificationTo demonstrate that the device meets the dimensional requirements.ISO 10555-1 2013, Section 4.5Device meets dimensional requirements.Pass
    Liquid Leakage Under PressureTo demonstrate that the device passes the liquid leakage under pressure test.ISO 10555-1 2013, Section 4.7.1, Annex CDevice passes liquid leakage test.Pass
    Hub Aspiration Air LeakageTo demonstrate that the device passes the hub aspiration air leakage test.ISO 10555-1 2013, Section 4.7.2, Annex DDevice passes hub aspiration test.Pass
    Simulated Use and UsabilityTo demonstrate that the device passes testing specified in the simulated use test protocol. Simulated use testing includes usability assessment with multiple physicians.FDA guidance: "Peripheral Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA) and Specialty Catheters - Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions", April 2023Device passes simulated use and usability protocols.Pass
    Flex FatigueTo demonstrate that the device passes the flex fatigue test.FDA guidance: "Peripheral Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA) and Specialty Catheters - Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions", April 2023Device passes flex fatigue test.Pass
    Torque TestTo demonstrate the torque strength of the device.FDA guidance: "Peripheral Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA) and Specialty Catheters - Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions" April 2023Device demonstrates adequate torque strength.Pass
    Tip DeflectionTo demonstrate that the tip deflection is comparable to the predicate device.FDA Guidance: "Peripheral Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA) and Specialty Catheters - Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions" April 2023Tip deflection is comparable to predicate.Pass
    Device Removal ForcesTo demonstrate that the removal forces are comparable to the predicate device.FDA Guidance: "Peripheral Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA) and Specialty Catheters - Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions" April 2023Removal forces are comparable to predicate.Pass
    Peak Tensile Strength TestingTo demonstrate that the device passes the peak tensile strength testing including all bonds and joints.ISO 10555-1 2013, Section 4.6, Annex BDevice passes peak tensile strength testing.Pass
    Flow RateTo demonstrate that the flow rate is comparable to the predicate device.ISO 10555-1 2013: Section 4.9Flow rate is comparable to predicate.Pass
    Corrosion ResistanceTo demonstrate that the device has no visual evidence of corrosion.ISO 10555-1 2013, Section 4.5, Annex ANo visual evidence of corrosion.Pass
    RadiopacityTo demonstrate that the distal marker band is clearly visible under typical fluoroscopic imaging conditions.ISO 10555-1 2013, Section 4.2; ASTM F640-12Distal marker band is clearly visible.Pass
    Kink ResistanceTo demonstrate that shaft kink resistance is comparable to the predicate device and clinically relevant for the intended anatomical locations for use.FDA Guidance: "Peripheral Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA) and Specialty Catheters - Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions"Shaft kink resistance is comparable to predicate and clinically relevant.Pass
    Particulates and Coating IntegrityTo demonstrate the quantity and size of particles generated during simulated use are comparable to the predicates and reference devices.FDA Guidance: "Peripheral Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA) and Specialty Catheters - Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions"Particulates and coating integrity are comparable to predicates.Pass
    Dynamic BurstTo demonstrate that the device withstands dynamic burst strength.ISO 10555-1 2103, Annex GDevice withstands dynamic burst strength.Pass
    Static BurstTo demonstrate that the device passes static burst pressure as specified in the test protocol.ISO 10555-1 2013, Section FDevice passes static burst pressure.Pass
    Shelf LifeRepeated bench tests after accelerated aging to demonstrate that the device performance is maintained over the proposed shelf-life (6 months).ASTM D4332-22, ASTM D4169-22, ASTM F1980-21, ASTM F1886 / F1866M-16, ASTM 2096-11 (2019), ASTM F88/F88M:21Device performance maintained over 6-month shelf-life.Pass

    Biocompatibility Tests:

    Test NameObjective (Implied)Test Method / Standard or GuidanceAcceptance Criteria (Implied by "Results")Reported Device Performance
    CytotoxicityAssess cell toxicity.ISO 10993-5No reactivity observed.Non-cytotoxic
    SensitizationAssess potential for allergic reactions.ISO10993-10No evidence of delayed dermal contact sensitization.Non-sensitizing
    Intracutaneous ReactivityAssess localized irritation.ISO 10993-23Scores from test article extracts were acceptable (
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    K Number
    K222786
    Date Cleared
    2023-08-25

    (344 days)

    Product Code
    Regulation Number
    870.1250
    Reference & Predicate Devices
    Why did this record match?
    Applicant Name (Manufacturer) :

    Q'Apel Medical, Inc.

    AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
    Intended Use

    072 Aspiration Catheter: As part of the 072 Aspiration System, the 072 Aspiration Catheter with a compatible suction pump is indicated for use in the revascularization of patients with acute ischemic stroke secondary to intracranial large vessel occlusive disease (within the internal carotid, middle cerebral - M1 and M2 segments, basilar, and vertebral arteries) within 8 hours of symptom onset. Patients who are ineligible for intravenous tissue plasminogen activator (IV t-PA therapy are candidates for treatment.

    Aspiration Tubing: As part of the 072 Aspiration System, the Aspiration Tubing is intended to connect the 072 Aspiration Catheter to a compatible suction pump.

    Device Description

    The 072 Aspiration Catheter is a single lumen, variable stiffness catheter. The catheter has a hydrophilic coating to reduce friction during use. The catheter includes radiopaque markers on the distal end for angiographic visualization and a Luer hub on the proximal end allowing attachments for flushing and aspiration. The Delivery Tool is an optional accessory for use with the 072 Aspiration Catheter and should be removed prior to aspiration. The 072 Aspiration Catheter, Delivery Tool. Rotating Hemostasis Valve, and Flow Switch are included in the package. The Aspiration Tubing is provided in a separate package. For the aspiration source, the 072 Aspiration Catheter is used in conjunction with a compatible suction pump with prespecified performance parameters that is connected using the Aspiration Tubing.

    AI/ML Overview

    Here's a breakdown of the acceptance criteria and study information for the Q'Apel Medical, Inc. 072 Aspiration System, based on the provided document:


    1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

    The acceptance criteria are generally phrased as meeting "predetermined acceptance criteria" or specific ISO standards. The reported device performance for all bench tests and animal studies is "Pass," indicating that all samples met the defined criteria.

    Note: For bench tests, specific numerical acceptance criteria are not detailed in the provided summary, only the general statement that "All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria." For biocompatibility, the specific numerical acceptance criteria are listed.

    Test CategoryAcceptance Criteria (as stated)Reported Device Performance
    Bench Testing
    Visual Surface RequirementDevice meets visual surface requirements.Pass
    Packaging Visual InspectionPackaging meets visual inspection.Pass
    Dimensional/Visual InspectionDevice dimensions conform to specifications.Pass
    Liquid Leakage Under PressureCatheter joint strength meets freedom from leakage requirements of ISO 10555-1:2013, Annex C.Pass
    Hub Aspiration Air LeakageDevice passes hub aspiration air leakage test of ISO 10555-1:2013, Annex D.Pass
    Simulated UseEffectiveness of device at retrieval of soft and firm clots and mechanical integrity after multiple passes.Pass
    Flex FatigueMeets minimum value per specification for multiple passes in the simulated use model.Pass
    Track and Advance ForceTest specimens meet track and advance force criteria.Pass
    Tip DeflectionTest specimens meet tip deflection forces criteria and compare favorably to predicate catheters.Pass
    TorqueNumber of revolutions to failure of the Catheter in simulated anatomy meets criteria.Pass
    Tip Elongation and CompressionTest specimens meet tip elongation and compression criteria.Pass
    Peak TensileTensile strength of catheter sections and bonds meets criteria after simulated use.Pass
    Particulates, Coating IntegrityIntegrity of hydrophilic coating evaluated after multiple insertion/withdrawal cycles, and particulates measured during simulated use compared to reference device, meet criteria.Pass
    Flow RateFlow rate through a catheter meets ISO 10555-1, Annex E.Pass
    Aspiration Flow RateAspiration flow rate through the aspiration catheter meets criteria when connected to a constant vacuum source.Pass
    Kink ResistanceTest specimen segments formed into a defined bend diameter meet kink resistance criteria.Pass
    Corrosion ResistanceNo visible corrosion immediately after Corrosion Testing procedure based on ISO 10555-1, Annex A.Pass
    RadiopacityMarker band is fluoroscopically visible.Pass
    Burst Pressure-StaticTested per ISO 10555-1:2013, Annex F, after simulated use, meets criteria.Pass
    Burst Pressure-DynamicMinimum value per specification.Pass
    Connectors for IntravascularHubs tested per ISO 80369-7.Pass
    Lumen CollapseAspiration Catheter samples meet lumen patency under maximum applied vacuum pressures.Pass
    Manual Syringe Injection Peak PressureMeasure peak pressure during manual injection of contrast media with a syringe, meets criteria.Pass
    Aspiration Tubing Bench Testing
    Dimensional/Visual InspectionAspiration Tubing meets all dimensional and visual specifications.Pass
    Tensile StrengthAspiration Tubing meets existing tensile strength specifications.Pass
    Simulated Use TestAspiration Tubing passes testing specified in the simulated use test protocol.Pass
    Resistance to Collapse and Leakage at Maximum Aspiration PressuresAspiration Tubing resistance to collapse at maximum aspiration pressure meets testing specified in the test protocol and does not show signs of leakage at maximum aspiration pressure.Pass
    Flow Switch Functionality TestingFlow Control Switch completely and immediately stops fluid flow after a specified number of ON/OFF cycles.Pass
    Biocompatibility Testing (072 Aspiration Catheter and Delivery Tool)
    Cytotoxicity - MEM ElutionThe achievement of a numerical grade greater than 2 is considered a cytotoxic effect. (Implicit acceptance: numerical grade ≤ 2)Non-cytotoxic
    SensitizationMagnusson and Kligman grades of 1 or greater in the test group generally indicate sensitization, provided grades of less than 1 are seen in control animals. If grades of 1 or greater are noted in control animals, then the reactions of test animals which exceed the most severe reaction in control animals are presumed to be due to sensitization. (Implicit acceptance: no statistically significant sensitization compared to control)Non-sensitizing
    Irritation: Intracutaneous ReactivityThe requirements of the test were met if the final test article score was ≤ 1.0.Non-irritating
    Acute Systemic ToxicityIf using five animals per group, the test article meets the requirement of the test if: 1. Two or more animals from the test group die. 2. Animal behavior, such as convulsions or prostration, occurs in two or more animals from the test group. 3. A final (end of study) body weight loss > 10% occurs in three or more animals from the test group. (Implicit acceptance: none of these conditions occurred)Non-toxic
    Material Mediated PyrogenicityThe requirements of the test were met if no rabbit showed an individual rise in temperature of 0.5 °C or more above its respective baseline temperature throughout the duration of the test.Non-pyrogenic
    ASTM Hemolysis- DirectThe positive control's mean hemolytic index above the negative control must be ≥ 5% for the direct method. The negative control must display a mean hemolytic index of
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    K Number
    K230322
    Date Cleared
    2023-06-22

    (136 days)

    Product Code
    Regulation Number
    870.1250
    Reference & Predicate Devices
    Why did this record match?
    Applicant Name (Manufacturer) :

    Q'apel Medical, Inc.

    AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
    Intended Use

    The SelectFlex Neurovascular Access System Family is indicated for the introduction of interventional devices into the peripheral and neurovasculature.

    Device Description

    The subject SelectFlex Neurovascular Access System Family is a line extension to expand the previously cleared device (K211893) by offering a new SelectFlex III 064 Neurovascular Access Catheter with a diameter of 6F, a 6F dilator, an introducer sheath, and a 4.5F Access Tool that can be used with the catheter to access the desired anatomy. The 4.5F Access Tool is an accessory provided with the SelectFlex III 064 Neurovascular Access Catheter and is packaged in the same sterile pouch with the SelectFlex III 064 Neurovascular Access Catheter and accessories as part of the SelectFlex Neurovascular Access System Family.

    AI/ML Overview

    The provided text is a 510(k) Summary for a medical device (SelectFlex Neurovascular Access System Family) and does not describe a study that proves the device meets specific acceptance criteria in the context of an AI/human-in-the-loop diagnostic system. Instead, it describes nonclinical performance testing (bench testing) and biocompatibility testing conducted to demonstrate substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device.

    Therefore, many of the requested items (e.g., sample sized for the test set in an AI study, number of experts for ground truth, MRMC study, standalone performance, training set details) are not applicable to this document.

    However, I can extract the acceptance criteria (goals) and reported performance (results) from the nonclinical performance data section.

    Here's the information based on the provided text:

    1. A table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance

    For the SelectFlex Neurovascular Access System Family (including the SelectFlex III 064 Neurovascular Access Catheter, 6F Dilator, and 4.5F Access Tool where applicable):

    Test NameAcceptance Criteria (Goal)Reported Device Performance (Result)
    Visual Surface RequirementsTo demonstrate that the device meets the visual surface requirements.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Dimensional VerificationTo demonstrate that the device meets the dimensional requirements.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Liquid Leakage Under PressureTo demonstrate that the device passes the liquid leakage under pressure test.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Hub Aspiration Air LeakageTo demonstrate that the device passes the hub aspiration air leakage test.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Simulated Use/UsabilityTo demonstrate that the device passes testing specified in the simulated use test protocol. Simulated use testing includes usability assessment with multiple physicians.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Flex FatigueTo demonstrate that the device passes the flex fatigue test.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Inflation FatigueTo demonstrate that the device passes the inflation fatigue test.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Burst VolumeTo demonstrate that the device passes the burst volume test – tested to 2x the inflation volume.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Torque TestTo demonstrate the device's ability to rotate 720 degrees (2 full revolutions) at the proximal end.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Tip DeflectionTo demonstrate that the tip deflection is comparable to the predicate device.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Device Removal in Support and Tracking ModesTo demonstrate that the forces in both support and tracking modes are comparable to the predicate device.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Peak Tensile TestingTo demonstrate that the device passes the peak tensile strength testing including all bonds and joints.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Flow RateTo demonstrate that the flow rate is comparable to the predicate device.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Corrosion ResistanceTo demonstrate that the device has no visual evidence of corrosion.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    RadiopacityTo demonstrate that the marker band is positioned at the distal tip of the catheter and is clearly visible under typical fluoroscopic imaging conditions.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Particulates, Coating Integrity, Lubricity, DurabilityTo demonstrate the quantity and size of particles generated during simulated use are comparable to the predicate and reference devices.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Static BurstTo demonstrate that the device passes static burst as specified in the test protocol.Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Shelf LifeTo demonstrate that the device performance is maintained over the proposed shelf-life (6 months).Pass: All samples met the predetermined acceptance criteria.

    Biocompatibility Testing:

    Test NameAcceptance Criteria (Goal)Reported Device Performance (Result)Conclusion
    CytotoxicityAbsence of reactivityNo reactivity was observed with the test article at 24 and 48 hours.Non-cytotoxic
    SensitizationNo evidence of sensitizationThe test article extracts showed no evidence of delayed dermal contact sensitization in the guinea pig maximization test.Non-sensitizing
    Intracutaneous ReactivityNo irritationThe scores from test article extracts were 0 from the saline extract and 0 from the sesame seed oil extract.Non-irritant
    Acute Systemic ToxicityNo abnormal clinical signs/toxicityNo abnormal clinical signs indicative of toxicity were observed for 72 hours. All animals were alive at the end of 72 hours and body weight changes were within acceptable parameters.Non-toxic
    Material Mediated PyrogenicityNo significant temperature riseNo rabbit temperature rise ≥ 0.5 °C.Non-pyrogenic
    Hemolysis - Direct Contact and Extract MethodNon-hemolyticBlank corrected hemolytic index: 0.15, 0.13.Non-hemolytic
    Complement ActivationResults within acceptable rangeResults within acceptable range as compared to the controls.Not a Sc5b-9 complement activator
    ThrombogenicityNo adverse effects/thrombusNo adverse effects or clinical signs during test period and no thrombus score ≥ 2 for either test or control device.Non-thrombogenic

    2. Sample sized used for the test set and the data provenance
    The document does not specify sample sizes for each particular test, only stating "All samples" or providing a conclusion based on the samples tested. The data provenance is "bench testing" and "biocompatibility testing," which are laboratory-based tests of the device itself, not clinical data or data from human subjects.

    3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts
    Not applicable. This is a medical device performance and biocompatibility study, not an AI diagnostic study relying on expert ground truth. However, for "Simulated Use/Usability," it states "usability assessment with multiple physicians," but specific numbers or qualifications are not provided.

    4. Adjudication method for the test set
    Not applicable.

    5. If a multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance
    Not applicable. No AI component is mentioned.

    6. If a standalone (i.e., algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done
    Not applicable. No AI component is mentioned.

    7. The type of ground truth used
    For nonclinical performance, the "ground truth" is defined by established engineering and material science standards (e.g., ISO 10555-1, FDA guidance documents, ASTM D4332, AAMI TIR42, ISO 10993 series for biocompatibility). The device's physical properties and interactions are measured against these objective criteria.

    8. The sample size for the training set
    Not applicable. There is no AI training set as this is a device performance study.

    9. How the ground truth for the training set was established
    Not applicable. There is no AI training set.

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    K Number
    K211893
    Manufacturer
    Date Cleared
    2021-08-05

    (45 days)

    Product Code
    Regulation Number
    870.1250
    Reference & Predicate Devices
    Why did this record match?
    Applicant Name (Manufacturer) :

    Q'Apel Medical Inc

    AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
    Intended Use

    The SelectFlex Neurovascular Access System Family is indicated for the introduction of interventional devices into the peripheral and neurovasculature.

    Device Description

    The SelectFlex Neurovascular Access System Family consists of sterile, single-use intravascular catheters used to facilitate access to target vasculature during interventional procedures. The system is composed of a SelectFlex Neurovascular Access Catheter, a 3cc Mode Control Syringe, a 7Fr Peel Away Introducer, Luer Activated Valve and a Dilator (only for versions with a Long Hydrophilic coating to ease dermal entry). The SelectFlex Neurovascular Access Catheter comes in usable lengths of 95, 105 or 115cm. The SelectFlex Neurovascular Access Catheter has variable stiffness along its length and has a dual mode stiffness mechanism on the distal portion of the catheter that is activated by the user allowing the device to transition between tracking and support modes. The distal end of the SelectFlex Neurovascular Access Catheter comes in two options of a short hydrophilic coating length of 11.5cm or a long hydrophilic coating length of 30cm.

    AI/ML Overview

    The provided FDA 510(k) summary for the SelectFlex Neurovascular Access System Family describes non-clinical performance data (bench testing) to demonstrate substantial equivalence to a predicate device, rather than a study involving human subjects or AI performance metrics. Therefore, many of the requested elements pertaining to AI studies, ground truth establishment, expert adjudication, and MRMC studies are not applicable or cannot be extracted from this document.

    Here's the information that can be extracted and a clear indication where the requested information is not available in the document:


    1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

    Test DescriptionAcceptance Criteria (Implied)Reported Device Performance
    Visual Surface Requirements (catheter and dilator)All samples meet pre-determined acceptance criteriaPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Dimensional Verification (catheter and dilator)All samples meet pre-determined acceptance criteriaPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Simulated Use/UsabilityAll samples meet pre-determined acceptance criteriaPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Flexion FatigueAll samples meet pre-determined acceptance criteriaPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Inflation FatigueAll samples meet pre-determined acceptance criteriaPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Burst VolumeAll samples meet pre-determined acceptance criteriaPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    ISO 80369-7: Small Bore Connectors for Hypodermic ApplicationsAll samples meet pre-determined acceptance criteriaPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Particulate CountAll samples meet pre-determined acceptance criteriaPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Peak Tensile Testing (catheter and dilator)All samples meet pre-determined acceptance criteriaPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)

    Note: The document states "All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria" for each test, implying that the acceptance criteria were defined prior to testing, but the specific quantitative or qualitative criteria for each test (e.g., maximum allowable particulate count, specific tensile strength values, specific pass/fail conditions for visual inspection) are not explicitly detailed in this summary.

    2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance

    The document does not specify the exact sample size for each bench test beyond "All samples." It states "Simulated use testing includes a usability assessment with multiple physicians" but does not give a number for the physicians or the number of simulated cases.

    Data Provenance: The data is from non-clinical bench testing and simulated use conditions, not from human clinical data or retrospective/prospective studies on patient data.

    3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts

    Not applicable. This is not an AI performance study requiring ground truth established by experts. For the "Simulated Use/Usability" test, it mentions "multiple physicians," but their specific number or qualifications are not provided as they are assessing usability, not establishing ground truth on patient data.

    4. Adjudication method (e.g. 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set

    Not applicable. This is not an AI performance study requiring adjudication of expert readings.

    5. If a multi-reader, multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance

    No MRMC comparative effectiveness study was done. This document describes the substantial equivalence of a physical medical device (catheter system) based on bench testing, not an AI software.

    6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the loop performance) was done

    Not applicable. This document does not describe an AI algorithm.

    7. The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc)

    Not applicable. For the non-clinical bench tests, "ground truth" would be objective measurements against engineering specifications and industry standards (e.g., ISO 10555-1: 2013, ISO 80369-7) rather than clinical ground truth types like pathology or expert consensus.

    8. The sample size for the training set

    Not applicable. This document does not describe an AI system that requires a training set.

    9. How the ground truth for the training set was established

    Not applicable. This document does not describe an AI system.

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    K Number
    K192525
    Manufacturer
    Date Cleared
    2019-10-31

    (48 days)

    Product Code
    Regulation Number
    870.1250
    Reference & Predicate Devices
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    Applicant Name (Manufacturer) :

    Q'Apel Medical LLC

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    Intended Use

    The 087 Balloon Guide Catheter System is indicated for use in facilitating the insertion and guidance of an intravasular catheter into a selected blood vessel in the peripheral and neurovasculature. The balloon provides temporary vascular occlusion during such procedures. The 087 Balloon Guide Catheter System is also indicated for use as a conduit for retrieval devices.

    Device Description

    The 087 Balloon Guide Catheter System is a sterile, single-use intravascular catheter. The system consists of:

    • . 087 Balloon Guide Catheter
    • 1cc Inflation Syringe ●
    • 8Fr Peel Away Introducer ●
    • Hub Extension
    • Three Way Stopcock ●
      The 087 Balloon Guide Catheter is offered in three effective lengths, 90, 95, and 100 cm. The 087 Balloon Guide Catheter is an 8 French variable stiffness catheter utilizing a bifurcated dual port luer hub on the proximal end and dual radiopaque distal marker bands on each side of the balloon. The catheter shaft is stainless steel coil reinforced. The hub central port is positioned coaxial to the central lumen to facilitate introduction of interventional devices through the central lumen. The inflation port is positioned at an angle to the central port and is used with the accessory Inflation Syringe to facilitate inflating and deflating the balloon. The 087 Balloon Guide Catheter uses a distal hydrophilic coating to reduce friction between the catheter shaft and the vessel wall.
    AI/ML Overview

    The provided document is a 510(k) Premarket Notification from the FDA for the 087 Balloon Guide Catheter System. This document outlines the regulatory review of a medical device, focusing on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device.

    Here's an analysis of the acceptance criteria and the study that proves the device meets them, based on your request:

    1. A table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance

    The document presents a "Nonclinical Performance Testing Summary" which serves as the primary evidence for meeting acceptance criteria. Each "Study Name" implicitly defines an acceptance criterion (e.g., "Conditioning, Distribution, and Shelf Life Aging Verification" implies a criterion for packaging strength and integrity). The reported device performance for all tests is simply "Pass" with the statement "All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria."

    Acceptance Criteria (Derived from Study Description)Reported Device Performance
    Product meets packaging strength and packaging integrity after accelerated aging (6-month shelf life equivalent)Pass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Product meets packaging visual inspection requirementsPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Product satisfies visual surface requirementsPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Product meets dimensional specificationsPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Product meets inflation volume vs. balloon diameter specificationsPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Balloon is capable of withstanding an injection volume of 1.0CCPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Stiffness of the distal end of the product is similar to other marketed devicesPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Product is capable of 720 degrees of rotation about the central lumen axis without failurePass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Product satisfies peak tensile requirementsPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Flow rate is comparable to the predicate devicePass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Product meets the requirements for small-bore connectors (ISO 80369-7)Pass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Product satisfies corrosion resistance requirementsPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Radiopaque characteristics of the device meet requirementsPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Hub Extension Liquid Leakage Under Pressure meets requirementsPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Hub Extension Hub Aspiration Air Leakage meets requirementsPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Quantity and size of particles generated during simulated use are acceptablePass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Liquid Leakage Under Pressure meets requirements (ISO 10555-1)Pass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Hub Aspiration Air Leakage meets requirements (ISO 10555-1)Pass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    No degradation of the Balloon after 20 inflation cyclesPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Product does not lose structural integrity when used in a tortuous path modelPass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Product has acceptable kink resistancePass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Device performance under simulated use conditions (including stent retrievers) compared to predicate device is acceptablePass (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)

    2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance

    The document explicitly states: "No animal or clinical studies were required to demonstrate substantial equivalence." The entire submission relies on non-clinical performance bench test data.

    • Sample Size: The document does not specify the numerical sample size for any of the individual bench tests. It consistently reports "All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria," implying that a specific sample size was tested for each criterion, but the exact number is not provided.
    • Data Provenance: The data is from non-clinical bench testing. There is no information about the country of origin of the data as these are laboratory tests. It is inherently retrospective in the sense that the testing was performed and then reported for this submission.

    3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts

    This information is not applicable to this submission. The "ground truth" for the non-clinical performance bench tests is established by technical standards and pre-determined acceptance criteria (e.g., ASTM, ISO standards, or internal specifications). There's no indication that human experts were used to establish ground truth for these device performance metrics.

    4. Adjudication method for the test set

    This is not applicable. Since the ground truth for the bench tests is based on objective measurements against pre-defined numerical or qualitative criteria (e.g., "Pass/Fail" based on whether a specification is met), there is no need for expert adjudication.

    5. If a multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance

    There was no MRMC comparative effectiveness study done. This device is a physical medical instrument (catheter), not an AI/software device that assists human readers with interpretation. Therefore, questions regarding AI assistance and effect size are not relevant here.

    6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done

    This is not applicable. As mentioned above, this is a physical medical device, not an algorithm or AI.

    7. The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc.)

    The ground truth for the non-clinical performance bench tests is based on established engineering and material science standards (e.g., ISO and ASTM standards) and pre-determined internal acceptance criteria. For example:

    • ASTM F88 for Seal Strength
    • ASTM F2096 for Detecting Gross Leaks
    • ISO 10555-1 for General requirements of intravascular catheters
    • ISO 10555-4 for Balloon Dilatation Catheters
    • ISO 80369-7 for Small-bore connectors
    • AAMI TIR42 and **USP ** for particulates
    • DIN EN 13868 for kink resistance
    • FDA CTQ: Hydrophilic Coated and Hydrophobic Coated Vascular and Neurological Devices, August 2015 (for particulates)

    These standards define the methodologies and acceptable limits for various physical and functional characteristics of catheters.

    8. The sample size for the training set

    This is not applicable. The device is a physical catheter, not a machine learning model. Therefore, there is no "training set."

    9. How the ground truth for the training set was established

    This is not applicable for the same reason as point 8.

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    K Number
    K191664
    Manufacturer
    Date Cleared
    2019-08-30

    (70 days)

    Product Code
    Regulation Number
    870.1250
    Reference & Predicate Devices
    Why did this record match?
    Applicant Name (Manufacturer) :

    Q'Apel Medical

    AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
    Intended Use

    The SelectFlex 072 Neurovascular Access System is indicated for the introduction of interventional devices into the peripheral and neurovasculature.

    Device Description

    The SelectFlex 072 Neurovascular Access System is a sterile, single-use intravascular catheter used to facilitate access to target vasculature during interventional procedures. The system is composed of a the SelectFlex 072 Catheter, a 3cc Inflation Syringe, a 7Fr Peel Away Introducer, and Hub Extension Line. The 072 SelectFlex Catheter has a usable length of 105cm. The SelectFlex 072 Catheter has variable stiffness along its length and has a dual mode stiffness mechanism on the distal portion of the catheter that is activated by the user allowing the device to transition between tracking and support modes. The distal end of the SelectFlex 072 Catheter has a hydrophilic coating.

    AI/ML Overview

    The provided document is a 510(k) summary for the SelectFlex 072 Neurovascular Access System, asserting its substantial equivalence to a predicate device (SelectFlex 072 Neurovascular Access System K181000). The summary focuses on comparing the new device to the predicate and presenting nonclinical bench test data. It does not detail a study proving the device meets acceptance criteria for an AI/ML-based medical device. The documentation pertains to a traditional medical device (a catheter system), not an AI-enabled device.

    Therefore, the following information cannot be extracted from the provided text for an AI/ML-based device:

    • A table of acceptance criteria and the reported device performance: The document lists bench tests and states "PASS" for all, meaning all samples met "pre-determined acceptance criteria," but it does not specify the numerical or qualitative acceptance criteria for each test in a detailed table that would be typical for an AI/ML performance summary (e.g., sensitivity, specificity, AUC thresholds). The acceptance criteria for the new device are implicitly that they perform equivalently to the predicate device in the listed bench tests.
    • Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance: No information on test set sample size or data provenance in the context of an AI/ML study is provided. The bench tests would have their own sample sizes, but these are not for an AI model.
    • Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts: Not applicable as this is not an AI/ML study requiring expert-derived ground truth.
    • Adjudication method for the test set: Not applicable.
    • If a multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance: Not applicable.
    • If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done: Not applicable.
    • The type of ground truth used: Not applicable.
    • The sample size for the training set: Not applicable.
    • How the ground truth for the training set was established: Not applicable.

    However, based on the document, I can provide information relevant to a traditional medical device's nonclinical performance evaluation:

    1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance (Nonclinical Bench Testing):

    The document states that all tests resulted in "PASS," meaning all samples met "pre-determined acceptance criteria." The specific numerical acceptance criteria themselves are not listed in this summary, only the outcome.

    Test DescriptionTest MethodReported Device Performance (Result against unspecified acceptance criteria)
    Packaging IntegrityTested per ISO 11607-1 and -2PASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Visual Surface RequirementsVisual inspection of catheter surfacesPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Dimensional VerificationDevice dimensions were measured to confirm conformance to the product specificationPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Liquid Leakage Under PressureTested per ISO 10555-1:2013 Annex CPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Hub Aspiration Air LeakageTested per ISO 10555-1 2013 for Hub Aspiration Air LeakagePASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Simulated Use/UsabilityDevice preparation, delivery, access, was evaluated in a challenging neurovascular model. Simulated use testing includes a usability assessment with multiple physicians.PASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Flex FatigueTested per ISO 10555-1: 2013 for Flexural FatiguePASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Tip DeflectionThe amount of tip deflection under load was evaluated and compared to the predicate devicePASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Inflation FatigueTested per ISO 10555-1: 2013 for Inflation Fatigue - 20 inflation cyclesPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Burst VolumeTested per ISO 10555-1: 2013 for Inflation Fatigue - tested to 2x the inflation volumePASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Torque TestTested per ISO 10555-1: 2013 for Torque TestingPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Flow RateTested per ISO 10555-1: 2013 for Flow rate compared to the predicate devicePASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    ISO 80369-7: Small Bore ConnectorsTested per ISO 80369-7 (dimensional, leakage, resistance to separation, etc.)PASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Corrosion ResistanceTested per ISO 10555-1 Annex A for corrosion resistancePASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Particulate CountEffluent tested per AAMI TIR42, USP 788 using multiple insertion and withdrawal cyclesPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Coating Integrity, Lubricity, DurabilityTested in consideration of FDA CTQ for Hydrophilic Coated vascular cathetersPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Peak Tensile TestingTested per ISO 10555-1 for tensile strength including all bonds/jointsPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Device RemovalRemoval force in both modes was compared to a reference devicePASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    RadiopacityRadiopacity was evaluated during simulated use testing confirming visualization under fluoroscopyPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    Shelf LifeAccelerated aging studies were completed to confirm the stability of the product and package. All testing noted above was performed on aged product to support the shelf life claimPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)
    CytotoxicityTested in accordance with ISO 10993-5, Neutral Red Uptake MethodPass (Noncytotoxic according to the predetermined acceptance criteria)
    Intracutaneous IrritationTested in accordance with ISO 10993-10Pass (Test requirements for intracutaneous reactivity were met)
    SensitizationTested in accordance with ISO 10993-10, Kligman Maximization TestPass (did not elicit a sensitization response)
    Systemic ToxicityTested in accordance with ISO 10993-11Pass (Test requirements for systemic toxicity were met)
    Material Mediated PyrogenicityTested in accordance with ISO 10993-11 and USP 40 Pyrogen TestPass (Nonpyrogenic, met the predetermined acceptance criteria)
    HemolysisTested in accordance with ASTM F756-17 and ISO 10993-4 (direct and indirect methods)Pass (Non-hemolytic, met the predetermined acceptance criteria)
    In Vitro HemocompatibilityTested in accordance with ISO 10993-4 (Direct Contact Method)Pass (Not expected to result in adverse effects in vivo)
    Complement ActivationTested in accordance with ISO 10993-4 (SC5b-9 Complement Activation)Pass (Does not activate the complement system)
    Un-activated Partial Thromboplastin TimeTested in accordance with ISO 10994-4 and ASTM F2382-04Pass (Does not have an effect on coagulation of human plasma)
    ThrombogenicityTested in accordance with ISO 10994-4Pass (Demonstrates similar thromboresistance characteristics as control)
    Bacterial EndotoxinTested in accordance with USP 40, NF 35, 2017. Bacterial Endotoxins TestPASS (All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria)

    2. Sample sized used for the test set and the data provenance:

    The document mentions "All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria" for various bench tests, but does not specify the sample size (n) for each test set used in the nonclinical bench testing. Data provenance is not applicable in the context of clinical data for an AI/ML device, as these are bench tests.

    3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts:

    For the "Simulated Use/Usability" test, the document states it "includes a usability assessment with multiple physicians." The specific number and qualifications of these physicians are not provided. This is not establishing "ground truth" in an AI/ML context, but rather assessing usability.

    4. Adjudication method for the test set:

    Not applicable in the context of bench testing for a traditional medical device.

    5. If a multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done:

    No, this type of study was not conducted as this is a non-AI/ML device.

    6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done:

    Not applicable, as this is not an AI/ML device.

    7. The type of ground truth used:

    Not applicable, as this is not an AI/ML device. For the bench tests, the "ground truth" is defined by established international and national standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM, USP) and the device's own specifications.

    8. The sample size for the training set:

    Not applicable, as this is not an AI/ML device that requires a training set.

    9. How the ground truth for the training set was established:

    Not applicable, as this is not an AI/ML device.

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    K Number
    K190749
    Manufacturer
    Date Cleared
    2019-07-15

    (112 days)

    Product Code
    Regulation Number
    870.1250
    Reference & Predicate Devices
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    Applicant Name (Manufacturer) :

    Q'Apel

    AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
    Intended Use

    The 087 Balloon Guide Catheter System is indicated for use in facilitating the insertion and guidance of an intravascular catheter into a selected blood vessel in the peripheral and neuro vasculature. The balloon provides temporary vascular occlusion during such procedures.

    Device Description

    The 087 Balloon Guide Catheter System is a sterile, single-use intravascular catheter. The system consists of:

    • 087 Balloon Guide Catheter
    • 1cc Inflation Syringe
    • 8Fr Peel Away Introducer
    • Hub Extension
    • Three Way Stopcock

    The 087 Balloon Guide Catheter is offered in three effective lengths, 90, 95, and 100 cm. The 087 Balloon Guide Catheter is an 8 French variable stiffness catheter utilizing a bifurcated dual port luer hub on the proximal end and dual radiopaque distal marker bands on each side of the balloon. The catheter shaft is stainless steel coil reinforced. The hub central port is positioned coaxial to the central lumen to facilitate introduction of interventional devices through the central lumen. The inflation port is positioned at an angle to the central port and is used with the accessory Inflation Syringe to facilitate inflating and deflating the balloon. The 087 Neurovascular Balloon Guide Catheter uses a distal hydrophilic coating to reduce friction between the catheter shaft and the vessel wall.

    AI/ML Overview

    The provided document is a 510(k) Premarket Notification summary for the Q'Apel Medical LLC 087 Balloon Guide Catheter System. It describes the device, its indications for use, and the performance testing conducted to demonstrate substantial equivalence to a predicate device.

    Here's an analysis of the acceptance criteria and the study that proves the device meets them, based on the provided text:

    Key Takeaway: The entire submission focuses on demonstrating the substantial equivalence of a new medical device (a catheter system) to an already legally marketed predicate device, rather than proving the efficacy of a new AI/software-based medical device. Therefore, many of the requested points related to AI/MRMC studies, expert ground truth adjudication, and training set details are not applicable to this document. The "studies" here are primarily benchtop and biocompatibility tests on a physical medical device.


    Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

    The acceptance criteria are generally "Pass" indicating that "All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria" for each listed test. The reported performance is a statement of compliance with these criteria.

    Performance Test Study NameDescriptionReference StandardAcceptance Criteria & Reported Device Performance
    Conditioning, Distribution, and Shelf Life Aging VerificationTo demonstrate that the product meets the packaging strength and packaging integrity following accelerated aging to a 6-month shelf life equivalent.ASTM F88, ASTM F2096Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Packaging Visual InspectionTo demonstrate that the product meets the packaging visual inspection requirements given.N/A (Internal protocol likely)Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Visual Surface RequirementsTo demonstrate the product satisfies the visual surface requirements.ISO 10555-1:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Dimensional InspectionTo demonstrate that the product meets the dimensional specifications.ISO 10555-1:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Inflation Volume vs Balloon DiameterTo demonstrate that the product meets the inflation volume vs balloon diameter specifications.In consideration of ISO 10555-4:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Balloon Burst VolumeTo demonstrate that the Balloon is capable of withstanding an injection volume of 1.0 CC.In consideration of ISO 10555-4:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Tip Deflection, FG 00100To demonstrate that the stiffness of the distal end of the product is similar to other marketed devices.N/A (Comparison to predicate likely)Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Torque TestingTo demonstrate that the product is capable of 720 degrees of rotation about the central lumen axis without failure.N/A (Internal protocol likely)Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Peak TensileTo demonstrate the product satisfies the peak tensile requirements.ISO 10555-1:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Flow RateTo demonstrate that the flow rate is comparable to the predicate device.ISO 10555-1:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Small Bore Connector Compliance with StandardTo demonstrate that the product meets the requirements.ISO 80369-7:2016Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Corrosion ResistanceTo demonstrate the product satisfies the corrosion resistance requirements.ISO 10555-1:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    RadiopacityTo determine the radiopaque characteristics of the device.ISO 10555-1:2013, ASTM F640-12Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Hub Extension Liquid Leakage Under PressureTo demonstrate that the product meets the liquid leakage requirements.ISO 10555-1:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Hub Extension Hub Aspiration Air LeakageTo demonstrate that the product meets the liquid leakage requirements.ISO 10555-1:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Particulates, Coating IntegrityThis study was conducted to determine the quantity and size of particles generated during simulated use.AAMI TIR42:10, USP , FDA CTQ: Hydrophilic Coated and Hydrophobic Coated Vascular and Neurological Devices, August 2015Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Liquid Leakage Under PressureTo demonstrate that the product meets the liquid leakage requirements given in ISO 10555-1.ISO 10555-1:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Hub Aspiration Air LeakageTo demonstrate that the product meets the hub aspiration air leakage requirements given in ISO 10555-1.ISO 10555-1:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Balloon Inflation FatigueTo demonstrate that there is no degradation of the Balloon after 20 inflation cycles.In consideration of ISO 10555-4:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Simulated UseEvaluation of device performance under simulated use conditions compared to the predicate device.In consideration of ISO 10555-4:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Flex FatigueTo demonstrate that the product does not lose structural integrity when used in the tortuous path model.ISO 10555-1:2013Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.
    Simulated Use Evaluation of the Q'Apel Balloon Guide CatheterSimulated use under in vitro conditions in a cerebral vascular model.N/A (Internal protocol likely)Pass: All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria.

    Biocompatibility Testing Summary:

    Test NameTest MethodAcceptance Criteria & Reported Device Performance
    CytotoxicityISO 10993-5Pass: Noncytotoxic according to the predetermined acceptance criteria.
    Intracutaneous IrritationISO 10993-10Pass: Test requirements for intracutaneous reactivity were met.
    SensitizationISO 10993-10 (Kligman Maximization Test)Pass: Did not elicit a sensitization response.
    Systemic ToxicityISO 10993-11Pass: Test requirements for systemic toxicity were met.
    Material Mediated PyrogenicityISO 10993-11, USP 40 Pyrogen TestPass: Nonpyrogenic.
    HemolysisASTM F756-17, ISO 10993-4Pass: Non-hemolytic.
    In Vitro HemocompatibilityISO 10993-4Pass: Not expected to result in adverse effects in vivo.
    Complement ActivationISO 10993-4 (SC5b-9 Complement Activation)Pass: Does not activate the complement system.
    Un-activated Partial Thromboplastin TimeISO 10994-4, ASTM F2382-04Pass: Does not have an effect on coagulation of human plasma.
    ThrombogenicityISO 10994-4Pass: Demonstrates similar thromboresistance characteristics as the control device.

    Study Details (Applicability to a Physical Medical Device, Not AI/Software)

    1. Sample sizes used for the test set and the data provenance:

      • The document states "All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria" for each test. However, the specific number of samples tested for each benchtop performance or biocompatibility test is not explicitly provided in the summary.
      • Data provenance: These are laboratory/benchtop tests and in vitro biocompatibility tests, not data derived from patients or clinical sources. Therefore, concepts like "country of origin of the data" or "retrospective/prospective" studies are not applicable. The tests are conducted in a controlled lab environment.
    2. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts:

      • Not applicable. For a physical device like a catheter, "ground truth" is established by adherence to engineering specifications and international standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM) through objective physical testing, not by expert consensus on interpretations of data.
      • Experts, if involved, would be internal engineers, quality control personnel, or third-party testing labs specializing in medical device testing, not typically medical experts like radiologists establishing diagnostic "ground truth."
    3. Adjudication method (e.g. 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set:

      • Not applicable. Adjudication methods are relevant for subjective interpretations (e.g., image reading, clinical diagnoses) where multiple experts might disagree. These are objective engineering and biological tests with defined pass/fail criteria.
    4. If a multi reader multi case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance:

      • No, an MRMC study was not done. This type of study is specifically for evaluating the impact of AI algorithms on human performance in diagnostic tasks (e.g., radiology). This submission is for a physical catheter, not an AI software. The document explicitly states: "No animal or clinical studies were required to demonstrate substantial equivalence."
    5. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done:

      • Not applicable. This relates to the performance of an AI algorithm alone. The device is a physical catheter system, not a software algorithm.
    6. The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc.):

      • Ground truth for this device is based on engineering specifications, physical measurements, and adherence to established international standards (e.g., ISO 10555-1, ASTM F88, ISO 10993 series). It's objective, quantitative data from benchtop and in vitro (laboratory) tests.
    7. The sample size for the training set:

      • Not applicable. This concept pertains to machine learning models (AI). There is no "training set" for a physical medical device. The device itself is manufactured to specifications.
    8. How the ground truth for the training set was established:

      • Not applicable. As above, there is no training set for this type of device.

    In summary, the provided document details the testing and acceptance criteria for a physical medical device (a catheter system) to demonstrate its substantial equivalence to a predicate device for FDA 510(k) clearance. It does not involve AI or software, and therefore, many of the questions related to AI validation methodologies (e.g., MRMC studies, expert adjudication, training/test sets) are not relevant to this specific submission.

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    K Number
    K181000
    Manufacturer
    Date Cleared
    2018-09-13

    (150 days)

    Product Code
    Regulation Number
    870.1250
    Reference & Predicate Devices
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    Applicant Name (Manufacturer) :

    Q'Apel

    AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
    Intended Use

    The SelectFlex 072 Neurovascular Access System is indicated for the introduction of interventional devices into the peripheral and neurovasculature.

    Device Description

    The SelectFlex 072 Neurovascular Access System is a sterile, single-use intravascular catheter used to facilitate access target vasculature during interventional procedures. The system is composed of a the SelectFlex 072 Catheter, a 3cc Inflation Syringe, and a 7Fr Peel Away Introducer. The 072 SelectFlex Catheter has a usable length of 105cm. The SelectFlex 072 Catheter has variable stiffness along its length and has a dual mode stiffness mechanism on the distal portion of the catheter that is activated by the user allowing the device to transition between tracking and support modes. The distal end of the SelectFlex 072 Catheter has a hydrophilic coating.

    AI/ML Overview

    This document, a 510(k) summary for the SelectFlex 072 Neurovascular Access System, describes various performance tests conducted to demonstrate the device's suitability for its intended use, rather than a clinical study evaluating an AI algorithm's performance.

    Therefore, many of the requested fields regarding AI algorithm evaluation are not applicable (N/A) in this context. The document focuses on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a predicate device through physical and biological performance testing.

    Here's the breakdown based on the provided text:

    1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

    The document does not explicitly state numerical acceptance criteria for each test in a table, but rather indicates that all samples "met the pre-determined acceptance criteria" or "passed" the tests. The acceptance criteria are implicitly defined by the referenced ISO/ASTM standards and internal product specifications.

    Test DescriptionTest MethodReported Device Performance
    Packaging Integrity (sterile barrier)Tested per ISO 11607-1 and -2PASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Visual Surface RequirementsVisual inspection of catheter surfacesPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Dimensional VerificationDevice dimensions were measured to confirm conformance to the product specificationPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Liquid Leakage Under PressureTested per ISO 10555-1:2013 Annex CPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Hub Aspiration Air LeakageTested per ISO 10555-1 2013 for Hub Aspiration Air LeakagePASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Simulated Use/UsabilityEvaluated in a challenging neurovascular model, including usability assessmentPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Flex FatigueTested per ISO 10555-1: 2013 for Flexural FatiguePASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Tip DeflectionEvaluated and compared to the predicate devicePASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Inflation FatigueTested per ISO 10555-1: 2013 for Inflation Fatigue - 20 inflation cyclesPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Burst VolumeTested per ISO 10555-1: 2013 for Inflation Fatigue - tested to 2x inflation volumePASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Torque TestTested per ISO 10555-1: 2013 for Torque TestingPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Flow RateTested per ISO 10555-1: 2013 for Flow rate compared to the predicate devicePASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    ISO 594-2: Conical Luer FittingsTested per ISO 594-2 for Conical FittingsPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Corrosion ResistanceTested per ISO 10555-1 Annex A for corrosion resistancePASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Particulate CountEffluent tested per AAMI TIR42, USP 788 using multiple insertion and withdrawal cyclesPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Coating Integrity, Lubricity, DurabilityTested in consideration of FDA CTQ for Hydrophilic Coated vascular cathetersPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Peak Tensile TestingTested per ISO 10555-1 for tensile strength including all bonds/jointsPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Device Removal in Support and Tracking ModesRemoval force in both modes compared to a reference devicePASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    RadiopacityEvaluated during simulated use testing confirming visualization under fluoroscopyPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Bacterial EndotoxinTested in accordance with USP 40, NF 35, 2017. Bacterial Endotoxins TestPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Shelf LifeAccelerated aging studiesPASS All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria
    Biocompatibility Testing
    CytotoxicityTested in accordance with ISO 10993-5 (Neutral Red Uptake Method)Pass Noncytotoxic according to predetermined acceptance criteria
    Intracutaneous IrritationTested in accordance with ISO 10993-10Pass Test requirements for intracutaneous reactivity were met
    SensitizationTested in accordance with ISO 10993-10 (Kligman Maximization Test)Pass Did not elicit a sensitization response
    Systemic ToxicityTested in accordance with ISO 10993-11Pass Test requirements for systemic toxicity were met
    Material Mediated PyrogenicityTested in accordance with ISO 10993-11 and USP 40 Pyrogen TestPass Nonpyrogenic, met the predetermined acceptance criteria
    HemolysisTested in accordance with ASTM F756-17 and ISO 10993-4Pass Non-hemolytic, met the predetermined acceptance criteria
    In Vitro HemocompatibilityTested in accordance with ISO 10993-4 (Direct Contact Method)Pass Not expected to result in adverse effects in vivo
    Complement ActivationTested in accordance with ISO 10993-4 (SC5b-9 Complement Activation)Pass Does not activate the complement system
    Un-activated Partial Thromboplastin TimeTested in accordance with ISO 10994-4 and ASTM F2382-04Pass Does not affect coagulation of human plasma
    ThrombogenicityTested in accordance with ISO 10994-4Pass Demonstrates similar thromboresistance characteristics as the control device

    2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance (e.g. country of origin of the data, retrospective or prospective)

    The document does not specify the exact sample sizes used for each individual performance test (e.g., how many catheters were tested for flex fatigue). It generally states "All samples met the pre-determined acceptance criteria," implying that a sufficient number of samples were tested per the relevant standards.

    • Sample Size for Test Set: Not explicitly stated for each test, but implied to be adequate for standard compliance.
    • Data Provenance: Not specified. This typically refers to data like patient images or clinical records, which are not relevant to these engineering and biocompatibility tests. The tests themselves are laboratory-based.

    3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts

    • Number of Experts: For the "Simulated Use/Usability" test, it states "a usability assessment with multiple physicians." The exact number or qualifications are not provided beyond "physicians."
    • Qualifications of Experts: "Multiple physicians" for usability assessment. For other tests, "ground truth" is established by adherence to recognized international standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM, USP) and internal product specifications, carried out by qualified testing personnel, but not "experts" in the sense of clinical specialists interpreting results.

    4. Adjudication method (e.g. 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set

    Not applicable. This is not a clinical study involving interpretation of data by multiple readers. The assessment of performance tests is based on objective measurements against pre-defined criteria in laboratory settings.


    5. If a multi reader multi case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance

    Not applicable. This document pertains to the performance and safety testing of a neurovascular access system, not an AI or imaging diagnostic device. No AI component is mentioned.


    6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done

    Not applicable. This is not an AI algorithm.


    7. The type of ground truth used (expert concensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc)

    For the performance and biocompatibility tests, the "ground truth" is established by:

    • Compliance with international standards: ISO, ASTM, AAMI, USP.
    • Adherence to internal product specifications: Dimensional verification.
    • Comparison to predicate/reference devices: For tip deflection, flow rate, and device removal forces.
    • Usability assessment: By "multiple physicians" in a simulated environment.

    No pathology or outcomes data are referenced as this is a pre-market notification for a device and not a clinical trial.


    8. The sample size for the training set

    Not applicable. This is not an AI algorithm, so there is no training set.


    9. How the ground truth for the training set was established

    Not applicable. There is no AI training set.

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