ATLANTIS SR PRO2 CORONARY IMAGING CATHETER, MODEL 39014
K050577 · Boston Scientific Corp · DQO · Mar 30, 2005 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K050577
Device Name
ATLANTIS SR PRO2 CORONARY IMAGING CATHETER, MODEL 39014
Applicant
Boston Scientific Corp
Product Code
DQO · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Mar 30, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1200
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Atlantis SR Pro² catheter is intended for ultrasound examination of coronary intravascular pathology ONLY. Intravascular ultrasound imaging is indicated in patients who are candidates for transluminal coronary interventional procedures.
Device Story
Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) imaging catheter; used with compatible imaging systems (e.g., Clearview Ultra, Galaxy). Input: ultrasonic signals from 40 MHz transducer at distal tip. Operation: rotating drive shaft transmits ultrasound; electromechanical interface connects to Motor Drive Unit (MDU) and imaging system. Output: real-time intravascular ultrasound images. Used in clinical settings by physicians during coronary interventions. Catheter features distal/proximal lumens, telescoping section for 15 cm linear movement, and hydrophilic coating (Bioslide) for lubricity. Flush port with one-way valve requires heparinized saline for acoustic coupling. Output allows visualization of coronary pathology to guide interventional decision-making and improve procedural outcomes.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Included dimensional testing, sheath bond tensile testing, and functional performance testing of sheath and telescope assemblies. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993. No clinical data required.
Technological Characteristics
40 MHz rotating ultrasonic transducer; hi-torque flexible drive shaft; hydrophilic (Bioslide) coating on distal 230mm; Dymax 191 M-T adhesive; radiopaque marker at 0.5 cm from distal tip; heparinized saline acoustic coupling; electromechanical MDU interface; sterile, single-use.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients who are candidates for transluminal coronary interventional procedures requiring ultrasound examination of coronary intravascular pathology.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An intravascular diagnostic catheter is a device used to record intracardiac pressures, to sample blood, and to introduce substances into the heart and vessels. Included in this generic device are right-heart catheters, left-heart catheters, and angiographic catheters, among others.
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# MAR 3 0 2005
## 510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS
## Boston Scientific/Scimed (BSS) Atlantis™ SR Pro2 Coronary Imaging Catheter
| Submitted by: | Boston Scientific/Scimed<br>IVUS Technology Center<br>47900 Bayside Parkway<br>Fremont, CA 94538 | | | | | | |
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| Contact Person: | Veronica M. Kocken<br>Regulatory Affairs Specialist II<br>Tel: (510) 624-1431<br>Fax: (510) 624-1449<br>kockenv@bsci.com | | | | | | |
| Date prepared: | March 4, 2005 | | | | | | |
| Proprietary Name: | BSS Atlantis™ SR Pro² Coronary Imaging<br>Catheter | | | | | | |
| Common Name(s): | Ultrasound Diagnostic Imaging Catheter<br>Diagnostic Intravascular Catheter (74DQO)<br>Diagnostic Ultrasonic Transducers (90ITX) | | | | | | |
| Classification Name(s): | Diagnostic Intravascular Catheter, 21 CFR Part<br>870.1200 (74DQO)<br>Diagnostic Ultrasonic Transducer, 21 CFR Part<br>892.1570 (90ITX) | | | | | | |
| Predicate Device(s): | The BSS Atlantis™ SR Pro² Coronary Imaging<br>Catheter is substantially equivalent to the<br>following device:<br>Product 510(k) Clearance<br>Date Atlantis™ SR Plus<br>Coronary Imaging K010707 March 29,<br>2001 | | | | | | |
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Coronary Imaging Catheter
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#### Description of the Device:
The catheters included in the Atlantis™ family of intravascular ultrasound coronary imaging catheters (i.e., SR, SR Plus, SR Pro, and SR Pro') are designed to be used with the Clearview® Ultra with High Frequency (HF) option, Galaxy™ or Galaxy™ 2 intravascular ultrasound imaging instruments. These catheters are comprised of two main assemblies:
- . Imaging core
- . Catheter body
The catheter body is comprised of three sections:
- Distal lumen .
- Proximal lumen .
- . Telescoping section
The imaging core is composed of a hi-torque, flexible, rotating drive shaft with a radially-looking 40 MHz ultrasonic transducer at the distal tip. An electromechanical connector interface at the proximal end makes the connection to the Motor Drive Unit (MDU) which is in turn connected to the imaging system (e.g., Galaxy™ system). The MDU-Catheter interface consists of an integrated mechanical drive hub and an electrical connection.
The catheter body has a distal guidewire lumen with proximal exit port at approximately 1.5 cm from the distal end. The catheter body is attached to the telescope section via a male/female luer connection. A radiopaque (RO) marker is embedded in the catheter body at 0.5 cm from the distal tip. In addition, an insertion depth indicator is located on the catheter body at 105 cm, corresponding to femoral insertions.
Within the catheter body, the distal lumen and proximal lumen sections comprise the "working length" of the catheter, and the telescoping section remains outside
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of the quiding catheter. The telescoping section allows the imaging core to be advanced and retracted for 15 cm of linear movement. The corresponding movement of the transducer occurs from the proximal end of the wire exit port, to the proximal end of the distal lumen.
A flush port with a one-way valve is used to displace air near the transducer. The catheter must be flushed with heparinized saline prior to use, as this provides the acoustic coupling media required for ultrasonic imaging. The oneway valve helps retain saline in the catheter during use.
#### Atlantis SR Pro2 catheter
The Atlantis SR Pro2 catheter modifications are being implemented to improve performance and functionality of the catheter. The Atlantis™ SR Pro2 catheter is the same as the Atlantis™ SR Plus catheter, except for the following changes:
- Inclusion of a hydrophilic coating (Bioslide™) to the distal 230mm portion of . the catheter sheath. The purpose of the hydrophilic-coating is to improve catheter lubricity, thus reducing catheter frictional resistance during introduction into the coronary vessel.
- A change is made to switch from Dymax adhesive 1-20271-G to Dymax . adhesive 191 M-T in the Female Telescope assembly. The Dymax adhesive 191 M-T is currently being used within the same product for the Male Telescope assembly. The reason for the change is to reduce material variability in manufacturing of the catheter, and to limit the types of adhesives used in the device. The change is being implemented based on acceptable results from verification testing, in which the bond strength met the acceptance criteria. The female telescope assembly is a section of catheter that remains external to the patient during the application of the device.
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#### Intended Use/Indications:
The Atlantis SR Pro2 catheter is intended for ultrasound examination of coronary intravascular pathology ONLY. Intravascular ultrasound imaging is indicated in patients who are candidates for transluminal coronary interventional procedures.
#### Device Technology Characteristics an Comparison to Predicate Device:
The BSS Atlantis™ SR Pro2 Coronary Imaging Catheter utilizes the same basic catheter design as the predicate device, the BSS Atlantis™ SR Plus Coronary Imaging Catheter, cleared in March 29, 2001, and the current Atlantis™ SR Pro, cleared via internal documentation (letter-to-file dated, February 14, 2003 and January 27, 2004). These devices have the same intended use, use the same operating principal, incorporate that same basic catheter design, have the same shelf life, and are packaged using the same materials and processes. The two modifications from the Atlantis™ SR Pro to the Atlantis™ SR Pro2, is the addition of lubricous hydrophilic coating (Bioslide™) to distal segment (230mm minimum) of the catheter sheath, and the use of Dymax 191 M-T adhesive on the telescope assembly.
#### Non-clinical Test Results:
Bench and biological safety testing demonstrate that the Atlantis™ SR Pro2 imaging catheter meets or exceeds the performance requirements and is safe and effective for its intended use.
#### Bench Testing:
Bench testing was performed to evaluate the physical integrity and functionality of the catheter. This testing included dimensional testing, sheath bond tensile testing, and a variety of functional and performance testing of the sheath assembly, the telescope assembly, and the final sterile device. The results demonstrated that the device satisfies all performance, physical, and functional requirements.
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#### Biological Safety Testing:
The Atlantis™ Pro2 catheter was subjected to a series of biocompatibility tests per ISO 10993, bioburden, endotoxin, sterility assurance, and latex testing. The results of the biocompatibility testing demonstrate that the catheter is acceptable for its intended use.
### Acoustic Output Testing:
Acoustic Output testing was not required for the Atlantis™ SR Pro2, as the addition of hydrophilic coating to the distal sheath of the catheter will not change the Acoustic Output measurement of the transducer, thus undetectable to the performance of the catheter.
Per the FDA Guidance, Information for Manufacturers Seeking Marketing Clearance of Diagnostic Ultrasound Systems and Transducers (September 30 1997), Acoustic Output measurements for the Atlantis™ SR Pro2 catheter remains unchanged from its predicate device, the Atlantis™ SR Plus catheter and the Atlantis™ SR Pro catheter for which a letter-to-file was documented.
Table 2 of this submission provides the Acoustic Output equivalency comparison, followed by a rationale for not conducting Acoustic Output testing on the Atlantis™ SR Pro2 coronary catheter.
#### Conclusion:
The BSS Atlantis™ SR Pro2 Coronary Imaging Catheter utilizes the same design features and has the same intended use as the predicate device, the Atlantis™ SR Plus Coronary Imaging Catheter. The tests support a determination of substantial equivalence of the modified device, the Atlantis™ SR Pro2 Coronary Imaging Catheter to its predicate device.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Boston Scientific Corp. IVUS Technology Center c/o Ms. Veronica Kocken Regulatory Affairs Specialist II 47900 Bayside Parkway Freemont, CA 94538-6515
Re: K050577
Trade Name: Atlantis SR Pro2 Coronary Imaging Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1200 Regulation Name: Diagnostic Intravascular Catheter Regulatory Class: II (two) Product Code: DQO Dated: March 04, 2005 Received: March 07, 2005
Dear Ms. Kocken:
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.
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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. 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. 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 (240) 276-0120. 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 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,
B/Simimas for
Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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### Indications for Use Statement
| 510(k) Number: | K050577 |
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| Device Name: | Boston Scientific/Scimed, Atlantis™ SR Pro² Coronary<br>Imaging Catheter |
| Indications for Use: | The Atlantis SR Pro² catheter is intended for ultrasound<br>examination of coronary intravascular pathology ONLY.<br>Intravascular ultrasound imaging is indicated in patients<br>who are candidates for transluminal coronary interventional<br>procedures. |
| Prescription Use<br>X | AND/OR Over the counter Use |
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