K070406 · Vortek Surgical, LLC · KKX · Jul 30, 2007 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K070406
Device Name
ENDODRAPE
Applicant
Vortek Surgical, LLC
Product Code
KKX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jul 30, 2007
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4370
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
3rd-Party Reviewed
Indications for Use
The intended use of the Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drape manufactured by Vortek Surgical is for patients receiving and/or medical professionals performing a non-sterile diagnostic procedure for colonoscopies to help protect the patient and staff from bodily secretions and to maintain a cleaner procedural site. The device is a single use disposable drape that is provided non-sterile. The device can, however, be EtO (ethylene oxide) sterilized by the end user prior to use.
Device Story
Endodrape™ is a non-sterile, single-use, disposable surgical/diagnostic drape; used in surgical and diagnostic centers during colonoscopies. Function: protective barrier for patient and clinical staff against bodily secretions; maintains cleaner procedural site. Physical form: 43" x 49" blue non-woven fabric; 0.13 inch thick; mechanically bonded fibers. Operation: placed by medical professionals as a patient covering. Device provided non-sterile; optional EtO sterilization by end-user. Benefits: reduces contamination of clinical staff and equipment; improves procedural hygiene.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Performance evaluated via physical, mechanical, liquid barrier penetration, and biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993-1:2003. Results: non-cytotoxic, non-irritating, non-sensitizing. Barrier properties (AAMI Level 1) and mechanical strength (grab tensile 22lb/in) confirmed acceptable.
Indicated for patients undergoing and medical professionals performing non-sterile colonoscopy diagnostic procedures to protect against bodily secretions and maintain a clean procedural site. Suitable for OTC use.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A surgical drape and drape accessories is a device made of natural or synthetic materials intended to be used as a protective patient covering, such as to isolate a site of surgical incision from microbial and other contamination. The device includes a plastic wound protector that may adhere to the skin around a surgical incision or be placed in a wound to cover its exposed edges, and a latex drape with a self-retaining finger cot that is intended to allow repeated insertion of the surgeon's finger into the rectum during performance of a transurethral prostatectomy.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an ear, nose, and throat surgical drape, a latex sheet drape with self-retaining finger cot, a disposable urological drape, a Kelly pad, an ophthalmic patient drape, an ophthalmic microscope drape, an internal drape retention ring (wound protector), or a surgical drape that does not include an antimicrobial agent, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 878.9.
ColoShield Colonoscopy Drape Model E2000 (K020581)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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K070406
JUL 3 0 2007
# SECTION 5 - SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVNESS
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is 510(k) being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 C.F.R. Summary ട്ട 807.92.
> This summary is applicable to Nonsterile Surgical Drapes and Surgical Drape and Surgical Accessories.
| Submission<br>Applicant: | Vortek Surgical, Inc.<br>1426 West 29th St.<br>Suite 300<br>Indianapolis, IN 46208 |
|------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Phone: | 888. 867 8351 |
| Fax: | 317. 921.8108 |
| Contact: | Tom Szymczak, President |
| E-mail: | tszymczak@vorteksurgical.com |
| Submission<br>Correspondent: | Emergo Group, Inc.<br>2454 McMullen Booth Road<br>Suite 427<br>Clearwater, FL 33759 |
| Phone: | 727.797.4727 |
| Fax: | 727.797.4757 |
| Contact: | Ian Gordon |
| E-mail: | igordon@emergogroup.com |
| Date Prepared: | October 3, 2006 |
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Endodrape™ Name of device: Drape, Surgical Classification Name: Device Classification: 2 KKX Product Code: Predicate Device 510(k): K050508, K020581
#### Predicate Device
There are several predicated devices currently on the market that have similar function and are made from the same or similar materials. Vortek Surgical, Inc. considers the surgical drapes manufactured by HVO, Inc and Medical Concepts Development to be substantially equivalent in composition, function and indented use to its Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes.
### Device Description
The Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes manufacture by Vortek Surgical, Inc. are non-sterile, single use, disposable barriers intended to be used by medical professionals as a protective patient covering; to protect clinical staff and equipment from patient secretions; and help maintain a cleaner procedural site. The drapes are blue in color and are a non-woven fabric that will be manufactured under private label to Vortek Surgical. The Endodrape™ fabric itself is a repellant treated, non-woven fabric manufactured under the trade name of Sontara by the contract manufacturer to Vortek Surgical, Inc. There are no reinforced areas of the drape. The drape is 0.13 inch thick and measures 43" x 49" and is without any areas of reinforcement. The fibers used in the drape are mechanically bonded together.
Surgical and diagnostic drapes have been manufactured and marketed for a number of years that are made from the same or similar materials and have been used successfully under the same or similar conditions. The Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes are blue in color; non-woven, nonsterile, single uses drapes.
#### Indications for Use
The intended use of the Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drape manufactured by Vortek Surgical is for patients receiving and/or medical professionals performing a non-sterile diagnostic procedure for colonoscopies to
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help protect the patient and staff from bodily secretions and to maintain a cleaner procedural site. The device is a single use disposable drape that is provided nonsterile. The device can, however, be EtO (ethylene oxide) sterilized by the end user prior to use.
#### Clinical Performance
Clinical performance for non-sterile, disposable surgical drapes is not applicable for this product. Numerous predicated devices (surgical drapes) exist and have been used extensively for a number of years that are made from the same or similar materials.
#### Non-Clinical Performance (Bench Testing)
Non-clinical performance (bench) testing of the Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes consisted of Physical, Mechanical, Liquid Barrier Penetration and Biocompatibility, in accordance with applicable industry recognized test methods. The Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes were found to be acceptable for its intended use.
Product characteristics for the Endodrape™ drapes and the predicate surgical drapes manufactured by HVO and Medical Concepts Development are shown in the following Substantial Equivalence Comparison Table. The fabric properties for Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic and are believed to be identical to those properties found in HVO's and Medical Concepts Development's surgical drapes.
All physical and mechanical testing was performed in accordance with the applicable standards and requlations set forth by ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials), INDA (Association of the Non-woven Fabrics Industry), the US Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), the American Association of Textile Chemist and Colorists (AATCC) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and follow the recommendations established in the FDA Guidance Document for Surgical Gowns and Surgical Drapes, August 1993.
The materials used to manufacture Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes are well-known and commonly used materials to manufacture other surgical drapes and have been in use for many years. Refer to Section 18 of this premarket notification submission for further information.
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# Substantial Equivalence Comparison Vortek Surgical, Inc. vs. HVO, Inc. and Medical Concepts Development
| PRODUCT<br>CHARACTERISTIC | PROPOSED<br>DEVICE | PREDICATE<br>DEVICE | PREDICATE<br>DEVICE |
|----------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Number | TBD | K050508 | K020581 |
| Manufacturer | Vortek Surgical,<br>Inc. | HVO, Inc. | Medical<br>Concepts<br>Development |
| Product Name | Endodrape™ | Various | ColoShield<br>Colonoscopy<br>Drape Model<br>E2000 |
| Indications for Use | The intended use of<br>the Endodrape™<br>surgical and<br>diagnostic procedure<br>drape manufactured<br>by Vortek Surgical is<br>for patients receiving<br>and/or medical<br>professionals<br>performing a non-<br>sterile diagnostic<br>procedure for<br>colonoscopies to help<br>protect the patient an<br>staff from bodily<br>secretions and to<br>maintain a cleaner<br>procedural site. The<br>device is available as<br>Prescription Use.<br>The device is a single<br>use disposable drape<br>that is provided<br>non-sterile. The<br>device can, however,<br>be EtO sterilized by<br>the end user prior<br>to use. | The intended use<br>of the non-sterile<br>surgical drapes<br>manufactured by<br>HVO is as a<br>protective patient<br>covering, such as<br>to isolate surgical<br>incisions from<br>microbial and other<br>contamination.<br>These proposed<br>devices are<br>intended to<br>undergo<br>sterilization by the<br>customer prior to<br>use in the sterile<br>setting. | The intended<br>use of the<br>surgical<br>drapes<br>manufactured<br>by Medical<br>Concepts<br>Development<br>is during<br>colonoscopy<br>procedures to<br>protest the<br>clinical staff<br>from patient<br>secretions and<br>to help<br>maintain a<br>cleaner<br>procedural<br>site. |
| Contraindications | NA | NA | NA |
| | | | |
| Environment<br>Where Used | Surgical and<br>diagnostic centers | Surgical and<br>diagnostic centers | Surgical and<br>diagnostic centers |
| Number of Uses<br>Provided and Used<br>Non-Sterile | single<br>Yes/Yes | single<br>Yes/No (ETO) | single<br>Yes/No (ETO) |
| Sizes | 43" x 49" (only) | various | various |
| Thickness | 0.13 inch | Same or similar | Same or similar |
| Material Description | Non-woven fabric;<br>various man-made<br>and synthetic fibers:<br><br>(e.g., Sontara,<br>Krayton Velcro,<br>cellulose, polyester,<br>LDPE, medical<br>grade tapes, SMS,<br>adhesives and<br>polyfoam, etc.).<br><br>Color: blue.<br>for Sontara | Same or similar<br>materials | Same or<br>similar<br>materials |
| Material<br>Characteristics: | | | Same or<br>similar |
| • Weight | 1.9 oz/yd | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
| • Grab Tensile<br>Strength | 22lb/in | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
| • Water Impact | 1.5 g | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
| • Water<br>Hydrostatic | 22 cm | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
| • Surface Wetting<br>Spray | 90<br>(range: 0-100) | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
| • Alcohol<br>Repellency | 9<br>(range: 0-10) | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
| • Flame<br>Retardency | DNI - Class I | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
| | | | |
| Biocompatibility: | | | |
| • Cytotoxicity | Non cytotoxic | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
| • Skin Irritation | Non skin irritant | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
| • Skin Sensitivity | Non skin sensitizing<br>agent | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
| AAMI Liquid Barrier<br>Classification | Level 1<br>≤ 4.5 g | Same or similar | Same or<br>similar |
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# Vortek Surgical, Inc. t Show Subject Submission
Traditional 510(k) Premarket Submission
Endodrape™ Surgical Drapes
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## Packaging and Sterilization
The Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes will be manufactured under private label to Vortek Surgical, Inc. The drapes are supplied non-sterile to the customer. Each drape is precut and measures 43" x 49" in size. This is only size drape for this submission. Each surgical drape is individually packaged in a heat sealed poly bag and will be shipped to the customer in quantities of 20 per box.
The Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes are single use disposable drapes that are provided non-sterile and ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE STERILIZED BY THE END USER. The device can, however, be EtO (ethylene oxide) sterilized by the end user if they choose to sterilize it prior to use using the instructions provided by Vortek Surgical in the package insert.
#### Biocompatibility
The Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes are intended to be used such that they have limited skin contact with the patient, less than 24 hours, as defined in ISO 10993-1:2003. The materials used to manufacture the Endodrape™ are well-known and commonly used for other surgical drapes and the predicate devices. As such, only Cytotoxicity, Sensitization and Irritation testing are required to be performed on the material. Testing of the material was performed by the contract manufacturer to Vortek Surgical, Inc. and was done in accordance with ISO 10993-1:2003. Refer to Section 15 of this premarket notification submission for further information. The Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes were found to be non-cytotoxic, non-irritating and non-skin sensitizing.
The biocompatibility testing that was performed on the surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes manufactured for Vortek Surgical, Inc. (by its contract
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manufacturer) was done so on product that had been subjected to EtO sterilization, as some of the medical device companies that also purchase these surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes (from the same contract manufacturer) may or may not indicate that the product is to be sterilized prior to use.
Therefore, biocompatibility testing that was performed on these surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes manufactured for Vortek Surgical, Inc. (by its contract manufacturer) represent worst case conditions compared to identical product that has not been EtO sterilized, as there is the possibility of residual EtO by-products being left in the material. See attached biocompatibility statement memo from the contract manufacturer.
### Conclusion
By definition, a device is substantially equivalent when the device has the same intended use and the same technological characteristics as the predicate device, or has the same intended use and different technological characteristics. But, it can be demonstrated that the device is as safe and effective as the predicate device and the new device do not raise different questions regarding safety and effectiveness as compared to the predicate device.
The differences between the Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes and the predicate device cited do not raise any different questions regarding its safety and effectiveness.
The Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drapes, as designed, is as safe and effective as the predicate device and the device and therefore is determined to be substantially equivalent to the referenced predicate device.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
# JUL 3 0 2007
Vortek Surgical, LLC C/O Mr. Jay Y. Kogoma Third Party Reviewer Intertek Testing Services NA, Incorporated 2307 East Aurora Road, Unit B7 Twinsburg, Ohio 44087
Re: K070406
Trade/Device Name: Endodrape™ Surgical and Diagnostic Procedure Drape Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4370 Regulation Name: Surgical Drape and Drape Accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KKX Dated: July 17, 2007 Received: July 18, 2007
Dear Mr. Kogoma:
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 vour 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 (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 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,
Sayite y. Michie ms.
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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Device Name: Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drape.
Indications for Use: The intended use of the Endodrape™ surgical and diagnostic procedure drape manufactured by Vortek Surgical is for patients receiving and/or medical professionals performing a non-sterile diagnostic procedure for colonoscopies to help protect the patient and staff from bodily secretions and to maintain a cleaner procedural site. The device is a single use disposable drape that is provided non-sterile. The device can, however, be EtO (ethelene oxide) sterilized by the end user prior to use.
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use X (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE OF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Shade H. Murphy, MD
(Division Sign-Uff) Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital Infection Control, Dental Devices
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510(k) Number:
020404
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