K051186 · Trillium Medical, Inc. · HQC · Aug 18, 2005 · Ophthalmic
Device Facts
Record ID
K051186
Device Name
MICROPULSE PHACOEMULSIFICATION SYSTEM
Applicant
Trillium Medical, Inc.
Product Code
HQC · Ophthalmic
Decision Date
Aug 18, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Abbreviated
Regulation
21 CFR 886.4670
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Phacoemulsification/extraction with ultrasonic power of cataractous lens from the eye.
Device Story
MicroPulse Phacoemulsification Console is an ophthalmic surgical system used for cataract removal. It functions by emulsifying cataractous lenses using ultrasonic power and removing them via irrigation/aspiration. The system includes a console and foot switch; it utilizes third-party accessories for the actual phaco handpiece, diathermy, and vitrectomy functions. Operated by surgeons in clinical settings, the device provides modes for diathermy, U/S phaco, irrigation/aspiration, and vitrectomy. The console features an LCD display and membrane switches for parameter control. Unlike some predicate devices, it lacks remote control, voice annunciation, and remote computer interfaces to reduce costs for international markets. The system uses a peristaltic pump for fluidics. The surgeon controls the procedure via the foot switch, which manages irrigation and driver activation. The device is designed to provide surgeons with manual control over irrigation and driver functions, even in the event of microprocessor failure, enhancing safety during the surgical procedure.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence is based on bench testing, design comparison, and adherence to electrical safety standards (EN60601-1, EN60601-2, UL2601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1).
Technological Characteristics
Console and foot switch system; peristaltic pump (0-500 mmHg vacuum, 0-50 cc/min aspiration); LCD display with membrane switches; external fluid path; fluid vent. Electrical safety per EN60601-1, EN60601-2, UL2601-1. Embedded microprocessor for front-panel UI, switch matrix, and memory presets. Hardware-based foot switch control for driver activation. No patient-contacting materials in console/foot switch; accessories are third-party.
Indications for Use
Indicated for phacoemulsification and extraction of cataractous lenses from the eye using ultrasonic power.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A phacofragmentation system is an AC-powered device with a fragmenting needle intended for use in cataract surgery to disrupt a cataract with ultrasound and extract the cataract.
M. Imonti and Associates Vitrectomy Handpiece (K950799)
Circuit Tree Medical Reusable Tubing pak (K962430)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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8051186
AUG 1 8 2005
Trillium Medical, Inc. PO Box 2601 Poulsbo WA 98370
510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Trillium Medical, Inc. PO Box 2601 19880 Caldart Avenue NE Poulsbo, WA 98370 360 286 1341 trillium_medical@ix.netcom.com
Michael Curtis President
Contact:
510(k): K051186
| Common Name: | MicroPulse Phacoemulsification Console |
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| Device Name: | Unit, Phacofragmentation (21 CFR 886.4670) |
Phacoemulsification/extraction with ultrasonic power of Indications for Use: cataractous lens from the eye.
The Wave Digital Phaco System (K981989) Predicate Devices: Circuit Tree Phacoemulsifier (K954242)
Description of Device: The MicroPulse Phacoemulsification Console and foot switch, with third party accessories, will emulsify a cataractous lens and remove it from the eye, using the same technology that the predicate devices employ by using ultrasonic power. The MicroPulse Phacoemulsification Console modes of operation are similar to the predicate devices such as: Diathermy (Coagulation), U/S Phaco, Irrigation/Aspiration (I/A) and Vitrectomy. The component parts of the MicroPulse Phacoemulsification console include the console and foot switch. The U/S handpiece and tubing set are specified third party accessories. The Diathermy, Irrigation/ Aspiration, and Vitrectomy devices are universal type handpieces that are also considered additional third party accessories to the
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MicroPulse Phacoemulsification console. Trillium Medical will manufacture the console and foot switch only. Trilliums Distributers will add the third party accessories (see Exhibit B) to the console and foot switch to assemble a complete Phacoemulsification system.
Comparison: Sec Attachment Exhibit "A"
Conclusion: The MicroPulse Phacoemulsification Consolc and foot switch, when third party accessories are included(see Exhibit B), is comparable to the features of the predicated devices including technogical specifications, performance and intended use therefore we conclude that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices listed above.
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#### Exhibit A
## Comparison Chart
| Device Characteristics | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Predicate Device |
|---------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| | K051186<br>MicroPulse Phacoemul-<br>sification System | K981989<br>The Wave Digital Phaco<br>System | K954242<br>Circuit Tree Phacoemulsifier |
| Console | | | |
| Display | LCD, Membrane<br>switches | LCD, Membrane<br>switches | LCD, Membrane<br>switches |
| Pump | Peristaltic, no pulsation | Peristaltic, no pulsation | Peristaltic, no pulsation |
| Pump Vacuum Range | 0 to 500 mmHg | 0 to 500 mmHg | 0 to 500 mmHg |
| Aspiration Rate | 0 to 50 cc/min | 0 to 50 cc/min | 0 to 50 cc/min |
| Fluidics | External Fluid Path | External Fluid Path | External Fluid Path |
| System Tubing | Reusable Tubing set | Disposable/Reusable Tubing<br>cartridge | Reusable Tubing set |
| Vent | Fluid Vent | Fluid Vent | Fluid Vent |
| Modes | Irrigation,<br>Diathermy, U/S Phaco,<br>I/A,<br>Vitrectomy | Same | Same |
| Programmable User<br>Parameters | Yes | Yes | Yes |
#### Foot Switch
| Operational control | Freeholder and and and<br>------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br>3 mode position, activates | -------------<br>l same | same |
|---------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------|------|
| | Reflux | | |
- Subject device has the same intended use as the predicate Intended Use: devices.
- All three devices were designed by the same engineers. The Design: MicroPulse and The WAVE are almost identical in design. The differences have to do mostly because of their respective target markets. The MicroPulse is basically The WAVE with reduced features/Modes, to lower its costs for the low cost
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international market.
Hardwarc/Software: All threc devices share a great deal of the same hardware. The MicroPulse and The WAVE share almost identical hardware. The Circuit Tree device is hardware only, no software. The MicroPulse and The WAVE both have different embeded microprocessors, thus entirely different software.
## Material specifications:
The Console and footswitch do not have any direct or indirect (e.g. fluids) patient contacting materials. Any such patient contact, direct or indirect, would be only through the third party accessories listed in 'Exhibit B'.
Mechanical and Electrical specifications:
The MicroPulse and The WAVE share the same mechanical and electrical specifications. See the MicroPulse operators manual.
## Differences:
| Features: | The Wave has a remote control. The MicroPulse and Circuit Tree<br>devices do not. |
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| | The Wave has a remote computer interface. The MicroPulse and<br>Circuit Tree devices do not. |
| | LCD Display. The Wave is 4 lines X 40 characters. The<br>MicroPulse is 4 lines X 20 characters. The Circuit Tree has LED<br>displays. |
| | The WAVE has voice annunciation upon keypress. The<br>MicroPulse and Circuit Tree devices do not. |
| Electronics: | The circuitry of the MicroPulse and The WAVE are almost<br>identical, with the following exceptions; They both use different<br>embeded microprocessors, because the one used on The Wave is no |
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longer sold. The MicroPulse does not have voice playback clectronics for cost saving reasons. The remote computer interface (serial) is too expensive for the low cost market therefore not included. In the MicroPulse the foot switch position hardware was added to replace the function that was performed in software on The WAVE. This change allows the surgeon using the MicroPulse console to have more control, such as keeping Irrigation control and the ability to continue to control the drivers if the microprocessor fails. The design in The WAVE only allowed the surgeon to shut down the drivers by taking his foot off of the foot switch if the microprocessor failed.
The major differences in software design are as follows; In the Software: MicroPulse, the microprocessor is only used for front panel user interface. This involves reading the switch matrix, displaying data on the LCD, sctting the modes, setting the driver levels, and memorizing memory presets.
> The Sofware design of The WAVE does not only the above front panel user interface, but, also interfaces between the foot switch and the drivers (this is done real time in hardware on both Micropulse and Circuit Tree). Software routines in The WAVE are included for the remote computer interface (scrial) and voice playback, but, not on the MicroPulse or Circuit Tree. The Circuit Tree does not have a microprocessor, therefore, no software.
The circuits affecting electrical safety, Input power, power Electrical Safety: supplies, driver outputs and patient/doctor connections are identical in design with The WAVE. Electrical safety tests required by safety agency are identical and all devices are fully tested to the same requirements. Both the MicroPulse and The WAVE were designed to meet the following standards; EN60601-1, EN60601-2,UL2601-1, and CAN/CSAC22.2 No. 601.1.
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#### Exhibit B
# RECOMMENDED REUSABLE ACCESSORIES
The following accessories have been tested to be compatible with the MicroPulse console and foot switch.
### Phaco Handpiece and tips
Handpiece Part Number: PH-10140, Microsurgical Technology (K953959) Frequency (kHz) 37.5 to 40.5 Bandwidth (Hz) 250 to 400 Capacitance (pF) 1400 Stroke at full power (u) 69 to 96 Connector - 9 pin Fisher 104 scries sealed to facilitate autoclaving.
30 degree tip Part Number: PT-11030, Microsurgical Technology (K943672) 45 degree tip Part Number: PT-11045, Microsurgical Technology (K943672)
Diathermy Handpiece and Cable
Bi-Polar Pencil Part Number: 14-7000, Kirwan Surgical Products (K962678) Bi-Polar Cord Part Number: 10-5000, Kirwan Surgical Products (K913514) The Bipolar Diathermy Generator in the MicroPulse console is designed to use all of the currently available handpiece and cordsets designed for the phaco procedure.
Irrigation/Aspiration Handpiece and tips
Handpiece Part Number: IH-90200, Microsurgical Technology Connectors - Irrigation, Female Luer. Aspiraton, Male Luer.
Straight tip Part Number: IH-90301, Microsurgical Technology Curved tip Part Number: IH-90302, Microsurgical Technology Aspiration Port size - 0.3 mm.
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# Vitrectomy Handpicce and Infusion sleeve_
Handpicce Part Number: 12-101, M. Imonti and Associates (K950799) Connectors - Pressure line, Male Luer with integral lock ring. Aspiration line, Male Luer.
Cutting speed - 50 to 600 cuts/min.
Pressure drive – 20 psi. Must operate at 10 psi with a residual pressure of 5 psi at 600 cuts/min.
Infusion Sleeve Part Number: 12-150-100, M. Imonti and Associates
Tubing set
Reusable pak Part Number: 013-0000-007, Circuit Tree Medical (K962430)
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
AUG 1 8 2005
Trillium Medical, Inc. c/o Mr. Michael Curtis President PO Box 2601 19880 Caldart Avenue NE Poulsbo, WA 98370
Re: K051186
Trade/Device Name: MicroPulse Phacoemulsification Console Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.4670 Regulation Name: Phacofragmentation Unit Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HQC Dated: July 26, 2005 Received: August 2, 2005
Dear Mr. Curtis:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device we nave reviewed your becamed the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate 101 use surve in the energene in the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to conimered processions) in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, de vices that have boon require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The r ou may, ateres, many 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 r 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 or any I ederal barated uns 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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# Page 2- Mr. Michael Curtis, President
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) 827-8910. 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/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely yours,
David M. Whipple
Acting Director Division of Ophthalmic and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
| 510(k) Number: | K051186 |
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| Device Name: | MicroPulse Phacoemulsification Console |
| Indications for Use: | Phacoemulsification/extraction with ultrasonic power of cataractous lens from the eye. |
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