AF 620 PH.I.S.I.O., AF 640 PH.I.S.I.O. ARTERIAL FILTERS
K093986 · Sorin Group Italia S.R.L. · DTM · Jan 22, 2010 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K093986
Device Name
AF 620 PH.I.S.I.O., AF 640 PH.I.S.I.O. ARTERIAL FILTERS
Applicant
Sorin Group Italia S.R.L.
Product Code
DTM · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Jan 22, 2010
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 870.4260
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O. with 20 micron screen with phosphoryIcholine coating and the AF 640 Ph.I.S.I.O. with 40 micron screen with phosphory choline coating are recommended for use in the arterial line of the extracorporeal nicuti during any procedure that requires cardiopulmonary bypass. The filters, are used to trap and remove gaseous emboli as well as particulate debris that may be introduced through the arterial line. The device should not be used longer than 6 hours. Contact with blood for longer periods is not advised.
Device Story
Sterile, disposable arterial line blood filters for cardiopulmonary bypass circuits; flow rates up to 6.0 L/min. AF 620 (20 micron) and AF 640 (40 micron) models. Input: arterial line perfusate containing gaseous emboli and particulate debris. Operation: physical filtration via double-pleated polyester screen; phosphorylcholine coating for hemocompatibility. Output: filtered blood returned to patient. Used in clinical settings (e.g., OR) by perfusionists/surgeons. Benefits: reduction of emboli and debris reaching patient during bypass. Modifications from predicate include ultrasonic welding (replacing polyurethane potting), reduced housing size, double-pleated screen, and updated phosphorylcholine formulation.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data. Testing included biocompatibility (ISO 10993), sterility, ETO residuals, hemolysis, acute systemic toxicity, mutagenicity, cytotoxicity, irritation, and sensitization. In vitro performance testing (structural integrity, pressure integrity, pressure drop, filtration efficiency, cell depletion) conducted on aged devices (up to 3 years) compared to unmodified predicates. All results met established specifications.
Indicated for use in the arterial line of the extracorporeal circuit during any procedure requiring cardiopulmonary bypass to trap and remove gaseous emboli and particulate debris. Contraindicated for use longer than 6 hours.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A cardiopulmonary bypass arterial line blood filter is a device used as part of a gas exchange (oxygenator) system to filter nonbiologic particles and emboli (blood clots or pieces of foreign material flowing in the bloodstream which will obstruct circulation by blocking a vessel) out of the blood. It is used in the arterial return line.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is the FDA guidance document entitled “Guidance for Cardiopulmonary Bypass Arterial Line Blood Filter 510(k) Submissions.”
Predicate Devices
D731 MICRO Ph.I.S.I.O. Pediatric Arterial Filter
D733 MICRO Ph.I.S.I.O. Pediatric Arterial Filter
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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6093986
AF-620 Ph.I.S.I.O. and AF 640 Ph.I.S.I.O. Arterial Filters = 3 Sorin Group Italia S.r.I.
Special 510(k) December 23, 2009
### 510(k) SUMMARY
SUBMITTER:
Sorin Group Italia 86, Via Statale 12 Nord 41037 Mirandola (MO) Italy JAN 22 2010
CONTACT PERSON:
Luigi Vecchi Phone: 39 0535 29811 Fax: 39 0535 25229
December 23, 2009
DATE PREPARED:
Sorin AF 620-640 Ph.I.S.I.O.
DEVICE TRADE NAME:
COMMON NAME:
Arterial Filter
CLASSIFICATION NAME:
Cardiopulmonary Bypass Arterial Line Blood Filter
UNMODIFIED DEVICES:
D731/D733 MICRO Ph.I.S.I.O. Pediatric Arterial Filters
#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION:
The AF 620 Ph.1.S.I.O. and 640 Ph.I.S.I.O are sterile, non-pyrogenic disposable filter for use in the arterial line of the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit with flow rate not exceeding 6.0 liters/minute. The AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O. and 640 Ph.I.S.I.O are Arterial Filters with 20 and 40 micron filters screen, respectively, designed to remove potentially harmful gaseous emboli, aggregated blood constituents, and particulate debris, greater than the pore size, from the arterial line perfusate. The AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O. and 640 Ph.I.S.I.O are a modified version of the currently marketed D731 and D733 MICRO Ph.I.S.I.O. The modifications consist of: a different port orientation of the blood outlet port in order to improve the ease of use, ergonomics and fluid dynamics properties; change from polyurethane potting to ultrasonic welding for improved overall biocompatibility; the size of the filter housing has been reduced thus the filter net is double pleated rather than single pleated: the pore size of the filter screen for the AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O. has been reduced from 27 micron to 20 micron with respect to the D731 MICRO Ph.I.S.I.O. for improved filtration efficiency; a and different formulation of phosphorylcholine monomer has been used to improve wettability. As a consequence of these modifications, the labeling has been updated.
The modified device has unchanged intended use, operating principles, manufacturing, control mechanisms, sterilization process and fundamental scientific technology.
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The manufacturing process in regards to the coating is also unchanged with respect to the unmodified device.
#### INDICATION FOR USE:
The AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O. with 20 micron screen with phosphoryIcholine coating and the AF 640 Ph.I.S.I.O. with 40 micron screen with phosphoryIcholine coating are recommended for use in the arterial line of the extracorporeal circuit during any procedure that requires cardiopulmonary bypass. The filters are used to trap and remove gaseous emboli as well as particulate debris that may be introduced through the arterial line. The device should not be used longer than 6 hours. Contact with blood for longer periods is not advised.
### TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
The AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O. and AF 640 Ph.I.S.I.O. arterial filters have control mechanisms and operating principles when compared to the unmodified device. The pore size of the filter screen for the AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O. has been reduced from 27 micron to 20 micron with respect to the D731 MICRO Ph.I.S.I.O. for improved filtration efficiency. The AF 640 Ph.I.S.I.O pore size (40 micron) is unchanged with respect to the unmodified device D733 MICRO Ph.I.S.I.O.
The size of the filter housing has been reduced and the polyester net of the filter screen is now double pleated rather than the single pleated filter of the unmodified devices.
The AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O.,and AF 640 Ph.I.S.I.O. utilize the same filtering medium. The proposed AF 620/640 Ph.I.S.I.O. arterial filters present a different formulation of the same phosphorylcholine monomer. Such different formulation has been used in other products already cleared in US. No new materials are used as a result of these changes.
The current port orientation is parallel to the main axis so that the blood outlet flow is now parallel to the housing centerline
No change to the intended use has been made as a result of these modifications. There are no differences in packaging type and material between AF 620/640 Ph.I.S.I.O. arterial filters and the D731/D733 unmodified devices.
The AF 620/640 Ph.I.S.I.O. Arterial Filters are ethylene oxide sterilized and have a nonpyrogenic fluid path. Thev are for single use only.
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# NON CLINICAL TEST RESULTS:
A complete battery of tests was carried out for the AF 640 Ph.I.S.I.O. Arterial Filter in accordance with the requirements of ISO 10993 and the FDA May 1st, 1995 Memorandum on the use of the ISO 10993 standard for biocompatibility testing on raw materials.
Testing was performed on devices accelerated aged to an equivalent of three years real time aging. Sterility, ETO residuals, Hemolysis, Acute Systemic Toxicity, Mutagencial Cytotoxicity, Irritation, Sensitization and Hemocompatibility were conducted.
The results of the testing met established specifications.
## IN VITRO TEST RESULTS:
In vitro testing was carried out in accordance with the relevant requirements of "Guidance for Cardiopulmonary Bypass Arterial Line Blood Filter 510(k) Submission" Final Guidance for Industry, dated November 29, 2000 necessary to demonstrates both the substantial equivalence with the unmodified devices and also to comply with safety and effectiveness requirements. The devices were aged up to 3 years (+ 1 additional year of aging in order to test a truly worst case) and tested for operating blood volume, structural integrity test, pressure integrity test, pressure drop, filter flow rate capacity, in vitro hemolysis/cell depletion, filtration efficiency, leaching of the coating and in handling characteristics. For comparative purposes all tests, when applinable, were performed on sterilized aged devices comparing the AF 620/640 Ph.I.S.I.O.a. herial filters vs. the unmodified devices operated at same max blood flow. The results of these tests met established specifications.
## CONCLUSIONS:
The AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O. and AF 640 Ph.I.S.I.O. arterial filters perform in a manner substantially equivalent to the unmodified devices, D731 MICRO Ph.I.S.I.O. and D733 MICRO Ph.I.S.I.O. with respect to the functional parameters in common with the unmodified devices. Additional testing has also demonstrated the effectiveness of production techniques to assure that the device is sterile and non-pyrogenic.
In conclusion, test results of this study suggest the AF 620/640 Ph.J.S.I.O. arterial filters are equivalent to the D731/D733 MICRO Ph.I.S.I.O. arterial filters with respect to device function.
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room W-066-0609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
JAN 2 2 2010
Sorin Group Italia s.r.1. c/o Mr. Barry Sall Principal Consultant Parexel International Consulting 195 West Street Waltham, WA 02451
Re: K093986
AF 620 and AF640 Ph.I.S.I.O. Arterial Filters Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.4260 Regulation Name: Cardiopulmonary Bypass Arterial Line Blood Filter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DTM Dated: December 23, 2009 Received: December 24, 2009
Dear Mr. Sall:
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 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); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); 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 CIFR 1000-1050.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportalProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
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) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
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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AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O. and AF 640 Ph.I.S.I.O. Arterial Filters Sorin Group Italia S.r.I.
Special 510(k) December 23, 2009
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1093986 510(k) Number (if known):
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Device Name: Sorin AF 620-640 Ph.I.S.I.O. Indication for Use:
The AF 620 Ph.I.S.I.O. with 20 micron screen with phosphoryIcholine coating and the AF 640 Ph.I.S.I.O. with 40 micron screen with phosphory choline coating are recommended for use in the arterial line of the extracorporeal nicuti during any procedure that requires cardiopulmonary bypass. The filters, are used to trap and remove gaseous emboli as well as particulate debris that may be introduced through the arterial line. The device should not be used longer than 6 hours. Contact with blood for longer periods is not advised.
Prescription Use X (Part 21CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-the- Counter Use AND/OR (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
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