LUMENIS FAMILY OF DISPOSABLE CONTACT TIP DELIVERY DEVICES
K030033 · Lumenis, Ltd. · GEX · Jul 21, 2003 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K030033
Device Name
LUMENIS FAMILY OF DISPOSABLE CONTACT TIP DELIVERY DEVICES
Applicant
Lumenis, Ltd.
Product Code
GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jul 21, 2003
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4810
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers is indicated for use in surgical applications requiring ablation, vaporization, excision, incision, and coagulation of soft tissue using laser-generated thermal energy in medical including aesthetic (dermatology and plastic surgery), podiatry, specialties, otolaryngology (ENT), gynecology (including laparoscopy), neurosurgery, orthopedics (soft tissue), arthroscopy (knee), general and thoracic surgery (including open and endoscopic), dental and oral surgery and genitourinary surgery, for the indications for use that the compatible laser system to which attached has been cleared.
Device Story
Disposable contact tip delivery device for CO2 lasers; consists of laser waveguide, specially-shaped tip, and coupler connector. Device attaches to compatible CO2 laser systems to deliver thermal energy to soft tissue. Used by surgeons in clinical settings (OR, clinic) for ablation, vaporization, excision, incision, and coagulation. Operates by conducting laser-generated thermal energy directly to tissue via contact tip. Provides surgical precision for various medical specialties; benefits patient through controlled tissue interaction and versatility across multiple surgical disciplines.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance data provided to demonstrate that the device operates in accordance with product specifications and is equivalent to predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Disposable laser delivery system comprising a waveguide, shaped tip, and coupler. Designed for use with CO2 laser systems. Functions via thermal energy delivery to soft tissue. Sterilization method utilized. No software or electronic sensing components described.
Indications for Use
Indicated for soft tissue ablation, vaporization, excision, incision, and coagulation in patients requiring surgical intervention across various specialties including dermatology, plastic surgery, podiatry, ENT, gynecology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, arthroscopy, general/thoracic surgery, dental/oral surgery, and genitourinary surgery. Use is restricted to indications cleared for the compatible host laser system.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
(1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon.
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# 510(k) Summary Statement for the Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers
#### I. General Information
| Submitter: | Lumenis, Inc.<br>2400 Condensa Street<br>Santa Clara, CA 95051 |
|---------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Person: | Martha Murari, Ph.D.<br>Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate<br><br>Anne Worden<br>Regulatory Consultant |
| Summary Preparation Date: | June 26, 2003 |
#### II. Names
Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Device Names: Devices for CO2 Lasers
Primary Classification Name:
Laser Powered Surgical Instruments (and Accessories)
## III. Predicate Devices
- Lumenis Oral/ENT Fiber Delivery Devices (used with the UltraPulse Series CO2 . Surgical Lasers, K022060 and K974789);
- ESC Sharplan Series 2900 Synthetic Contact Tips (K894211); .
- . Surgical Laser Technologies (SLT) Contact and Diffuser Tips with Wavelength Conversion Surface Treatment (K010041, K980156, K882212, K872254, and K872253);
- Somnus Medical Technologies Somnoplasty System (K973618); ●
- ArthroCare Corporation Bipolar Electrosurgical ENTec Plasma Wands (K021364). .
## Product Description IV.
Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers is comprised of the following main components:
- Laser waveguide ●
- Specially-shaped tip ●
- Coupler connector
## V. Indications for Use
The Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers is indicated for use in surgical applications requiring ablation, vaporization, excision, incision, and coagulation of soft tissue using laser-generated thermal energy in medical including aesthetic (dermatology and plastic surgery), podiatry, specialties, otolaryngology (ENT), gynecology (including laparoscopy), neurosurgery, orthopedics (soft tissue), arthroscopy (knee), general and thoracic surgery (including open and endoscopic), dental and oral surgery and genitourinary surgery, for the indications for use that the compatible laser system to which attached has been cleared.
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#### VI. Rationale for Substantial Equivalence
The Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers shares the same or similar indications for use in surgical applications, overall dimensions, tip shapes, tip/tissue temperature, materials, sterilization process, and system compatibility, and therefore is substantially equivalent to the Oral/ENT Fiber Delivery Devices manufactured by Lumenis (K022060), the predicate Series 2900 Synthetic Contact Tips manufactured by ESC Sharplan (K894211), the SLT Contact and Diffuser Tips with Wavelength Conversion surface treatment manufactured by Surgical Laser Technologies (K010041, K980156, K882212, K872254, and K872253), the Somnoplasty System manufactured by Somnus Medical Technologies (K973618), and the Bipolar Electrosurgical ENTec Plasma Wands manufactured by ArthroCare Corporation (K021364). In addition, validation data demonstrated adequate device performance.
#### VII. Safety and Effectiveness Information
Performance data were provided to demonstrate that the Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers operates in accordance with product specifications.
## VIII. Conclusion
The Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers was found to be substantially equivalent to the predicate Lumenis Oral/ENT Fiber Delivery Devices (K022060), the predicate ESC Sharplan Series 2900 Synthetic Contact Tips (K894211), the SLT Contact and Diffuser Tips with Wavelength Conversion surface treatment (K010041, K980156, K882212, K872254, and K872253), the Somnus Medical Technologies Somnoplasty System (K973618), and the ArthroCare ENTec Plasma Wands (K021364). The Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers shares similar indications for use in surgical applications, design features, and similar functional features, and thus, is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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JUL 2 1 2003
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Martha Murari, Ph.D. Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate Lumenis, Inc. 2400 Condensa Street SWanta Clara, California 95051
Re: K030033
Trade/Device Name: Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4810 Regulation Name: Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic surgery and in dermatology Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEX Dated: June 26, 2003 Received: June 27, 2003
Dear Dr. Murari:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. 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 (PMA), 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 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807): labeling (21 CFR Part 801): good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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 regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4659. 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" (21CFR Part 807.97) you may obtain. Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours,
"Miriam C. Provost
for
Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications For Use Statement as Requested by FDA
510(k) Number (if Known): K030033
Device Name: Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers
Indications For Use:
The Lumenis Family of Disposable Contact Tip Delivery Devices for CO2 Lasers is indicated for use in surgical applications requiring ablation, vaporization, incision, and coagulation of soft tissue using laser-generated thermal energy in medical specialties, including aesthetic (dermatology and plastic surgery), podiatry, otolaryngology (ENT), gynecology (including laparoscopy), neurosurgery, orthopedics (soft tissue), arthroscopy (knee), general and thoracic surgery (including open and endoscopic), dental and oral surgery and genitourinary surgery, for the indications for use that the compatible laser system to which attached has been cleared.
Muriam C. Provost
(Division Sign-Off) Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices
510(k) Number K030033
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
OR Over-The-Counter Use
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