K042246 · Advanced Infusion, Inc. · MEB · Aug 31, 2004 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K042246
Device Name
MULTI-DRIP INFUSION CATHETER
Applicant
Advanced Infusion, Inc.
Product Code
MEB · General Hospital
Decision Date
Aug 31, 2004
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5725
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, 3rd-Party Reviewed
Indications for Use
The Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter is a single-use, short duration catheter intended for use with the Alpha Infusion Pump for the continuous infusion of medication directly into an intraoperative site for postoperative pain management. Infusions may also be administered percutaneously.
Device Story
Multi Drip Infusion Catheter is a sterile, single-use, short-duration catheter used with Alpha Infusion Pump to deliver continuous medication infusion. Device features closed distal end with six small-diameter side ports (0.05 mm) to distribute fluid. Input is medication from pump; output is fluid delivery to intraoperative site or percutaneous site. Used in hospital or by ambulatory patients. Flow rate determined by pump pressure and catheter dimensions. Healthcare providers use device to manage postoperative pain. Benefits include targeted medication delivery via side ports, ensuring flow even if distal end is obstructed. Device is manually operated by clinician or patient.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Device underwent 100% testing for flow rate accuracy (±15% of indicated rate). Performance testing verified fluid flow through at least 4 of 6 side ports. Physical specifications (breaking strength, bond strength) compared to predicate.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: micro-bore PVC tubing, stainless steel needle. Design: 2 Fr. (0.6mm) outer diameter, 60cm or 120cm length. Distal end closed with six 0.05mm diameter side ports. Sterilization: gamma irradiation. Connectivity: connects to Alpha Infusion Pump. No software or electronic components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for continuous medication infusion into intraoperative sites for postoperative pain management or percutaneous administration. For use with Alpha Infusion Pump.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An infusion pump is a device used in a health care facility to pump fluids into a patient in a controlled manner. The device may use a piston pump, a roller pump, or a peristaltic pump and may be powered electrically or mechanically. The device may also operate using a constant force to propel the fluid through a narrow tube which determines the flow rate. The device may include means to detect a fault condition, such as air in, or blockage of, the infusion line and to activate an alarm.
Stryker (McKinley) ExFen multiple port Catheter (K033039)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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AUG 31 2004
ADVANCED INFUSION, INC. PAGE 12 OF 39
#### 510(k) Summar 19.
K042246
## 510(k) SUMMARY - Safety and Effectiveness
# Multi Drip Infusion Catheter
### 1. Submitters Name:
Advanced Infusion, Inc. 6200 South McClintock #6 Tempe. AZ 85283 (480) 768-9747 (Phone) (480) 894-5288 (Fax) Contact: Dr. Reese Date Prepared: March 26, 2004
### 2. Name of Device:
Trade Name: Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter Common Name: Infusion Catheter Classification Name: Pump, Infusion, Elastomeric
### 3. Predicate Device:
The proposed device, the Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter, claims substantial equivalence to AI's currently marketed Alpha Cath Infusion Catheter (K021964) in function, design, materials of construction, operation, and intended use. Both catheters are for use with the AI Alpha Infusion Pump (K.021964).
In addition, the Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter claims substantial equivalence to the I-Flow Soaker multiple port Catheter (K994374) and the Stryker (McKinley) ExFen multiple port Catheter (K033039) in regards to the function, overall design of the distal end of the catheter, and intended use.
### 4. Description of Device:
The Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter is designed to be used with the Alpha Infusion Pump (K021964) to deliver a continuous infusion of medication to a patient at a predetermined flow rate. It is a sterile, non-pyrogenic, single use device for use in the hospital or by an ambulatory patient.
Except for the size of the exit ports and the closed distal end of the catheter, the Multi Drip Infusion Catheter is identical in construction and operation to the previously cleared Alpha Cath Infusion Catheter series (K021964).
Like the Alpha Cath Infusion Catheter, the proximal end of the Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter has a stainless steel needle attached to it for insertion of the catheter into the outflow septum of the Alpha Infusion Pump. The flow rate of the fluid delivered from the
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Alpha Infusion Pump through the catheter is determined by the preset delivery pressure of the pump and the internal diameter and length of the micro-bore PVC tubing forming the catheter. The Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheters are available in a range of lengths and flow catherer. The Mail Drithe Alpha Cath Infusion Catheters. Both catheter series are packaged in individual Tyvek pouches and sterilized by gamma irradiation.
- 5. Statement of Intended Use
The Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter is a single-use, short duration catheter intended for use with the Alpha Infusion Pump for the continuous infusion of medication directly into an with the hipme myndton i amp stive pain management. Infusions may also be administered percutaneously.
- 6. Comparison to Predicate
The proposed device, the Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter, claims substantial equivalence to Advanced Infusion's currently marketed Alpha Cath Infusion Catheter (K021964) in Advanced intention be carrently and intended use. Both cather and intended use. Both catheters are for use with the Alpha Infusion Pump (K021964). Both catheters are constructed of the for use with the rip/ra 19/12/12/2019 11/2019 11/2019 11/2019 11/2 1/2 1/2 Same material, have and restrictor, have a needle attached to the proximal end for insertion that tuneter into the Alpha Infusion Pump, and have ports along the distal end of the of the catherer inly differences between the two catheters is that the end of the Alpha Cath Catheter. The only unferences of the Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter is closed, and illiusion Catherer is openth Infusion Catheter are axial slits while the ports on the Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter are tiny round holes.
If the distal end of the Alpha Cath Infusion Catheter should become blocked during use, the medication will continue to flow out of the axial slit ports along the side of the distal und of the catheter. In this condition, the Alpha Cath Infusion Catheter functions in exactly the same way as the Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter. The Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter is manufacture with the distal end of the catheter closed, so that flow will only Occur through the ports along the side of the distal end of the catheter. Therefore, the Multi occar through and ports and stantially equivalent to the Alpha Cath Infusion Catheter in function, design, materials of construction, operation, and intended use.
In addition, the Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter is substantial equivalence to the I-Flow m ater Catheter (K994374) and the Stryker ExFen Catheter (K033039) in regards to function, design of the distal end of the catheter, and intended use. The function of the Soaker Catheter, the ExFen Catheter, and the Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter, is to cause flow to occur through the side ports along the distal end of the catheters. This is accomplished by closing off the end of the catheters which causes flow to occur only through the side ports. The length of the distal portion of the catheter having ports is either 6.5 cm or 12.5 cm for all three style catheters.
The I-Flow Soaker Catheter has 0.13 mm diameter holes spaced approximately every 0.5 The I Tow South Lather. Buttion of the catheter. In order to obtain flow through all the holes, a ciff along the unstill portion of allaced inside the distal end of the catheter. As fluid seeps
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through the filter, it flows out the side port holes. However, during actual use, only a portion of the holes actually flow.
The Stryker ExFen Catheter has 0.13 mm diameter holes spaced approximately every 0.4 cm along the distal portion of the catheter. In order to obtain flow through all the holes, a tightly coiled stainless steel spring is placed inside the distal end of the catheter. As fluid seeps through the coils of the spring, it flows out the side port holes. However, during actual use, only a portion of the holes actually flow.
The Advanced Infusion Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter has six 0.05 mm diameter holes spaced along the distal portion of the catheter. Spacing is either 1 cm or 2 cm depending on the length of the infusion portion of the catheter. In order to obtain flow through all the holes, the diameter and quantity of the holes is balanced to the flow rate through the catheter. During testing, flow was achieved through at least 4 of the 6 holes present in all catheters.
The Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter is also substantially equivalent in function, overall design of the distal end, and intended use to the I-Flow Soaker Catheter and the Stryker ExFen Catheter.
- Performance Data (summary) 7.
The Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter is identical in materials and construction to the Alpha Cath Infusion Catheter except for the port configuration at the end of the catheter. The physical specifications and performance of the Multi Drip™ and Alpha Cath Infusion Catheter are identical.
| Catheter Outer Diameter: | 2 Fr. (0.6mm) |
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| Catheter Length: | 60 cm & 120 cm, ±10% |
| Catheter Breaking Strength: | approximately 2.5 pounds |
| Catheter to Needle Bond Strength: | catheter breaks, does not pull apart |
Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheters are 100% tested for flow rate, as are the Alpha Cath Infusion Catheters, prior to release. The product flow rate accuracy is established at ±15% of the indicated flow rate.
The Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter is equivalent in design of the infusion portion of the catheter to the I-Flow Soaker and Stryker ExFen catheters. All three catheters have a closed off end, have a 6.5 cm or 12.5 cm infusion portion along the distal end of the catheter, and have round holes spaced along the entire length of the infusion portion.
The I-Flow Soaker Catheter uses a hollow fiber to distribute fluid to all of its ports. The Stryker ExFen Catheter uses a coiled stainless steel spring to distribute fluid to all of its ports. However, during actual use, only a portion of the ports in either catheter actually flowed.
The Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter uses a few small diameter holes to distribute fluid flow along the infusion portion of the catheter. The diameter of these ports in the Multi Drip
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Infusion Catheter was selected so that at least four out of the six ports flowed. The performance of the infusion portion of these three style catheters was substantially equivalent.
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AUG 3 1 2004
Advanced Infusion, Incorporated C/O Mr. Neil Devine, Jr. Responsible Third Party Official Entela, Incorporated 3033 Madison Avenue, SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548
Re: K042246
Trade/Device Name: Multi Drip™ Infusion Pump Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5725 Regulation Name: Infusion Pump Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MEB Dated: August 18, 2004 Received: August 19, 2004
Dear Mr. Devine:
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 Ameroducents, 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 approvisions 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 (1 Nr.), it may of bacyer to the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In your device can or roundsh further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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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. of the Act of ally I ederal the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration 1 ou must comply with and and many (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice and libiling (11 CF 1 forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if requirements as electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) I mis leter wification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a premarket notification. - The Fire 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), 11 you desire specific at 1.0 x 3.0 pliance at (301) 594-4618. 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 from the may other 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,
Chiu-Lin, Ph.D.
Chiu Lin, Ph.D. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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#### Statement of Indications for Use 20.
## INDICATIONS FOR USE
510(k) Number (if known):_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Device Name:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Indications for Use:
The Multi Drip™ Infusion Catheter is a single-use, short duration catheter intended for use with the Alpha Infusion Pump for the continuous infusion of medication directly into an intraoperative site for postoperative pain management. Infusions may also be administered percutaneously.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (Part 21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
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