SWABFLSUH (3ML, 5ML, 10ML) MODEL 10331, 10351, 10311
K101270 · Excelsior Medical Corp. · NGT · Feb 10, 2011 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K101270
Device Name
SWABFLSUH (3ML, 5ML, 10ML) MODEL 10331, 10351, 10311
Applicant
Excelsior Medical Corp.
Product Code
NGT · General Hospital
Decision Date
Feb 10, 2011
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5200
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The flush syringe is intended for flushing of IV catheters and IV tubing. SwabCap® is intended for use on a swab-able luer access valve as a disinfecting cleaner prior to line access and to act as a physical barrier to contamination between the line accesses. SwabCap® will disinfect the valve five (5) minutes after application and act as a physical barrier to contamination for up to ninety-six (96) hours under normal conditions if not removed. The SwabFlush™ product is provided as: 1. 10 ml fill in 10 ml saline flush syringe with integrated SwabCap®. 2. 5 ml fill in 10 ml saline flush syringe with integrated SwabCap®. 3. 3 ml fill in 10 ml saline flush syringe with integrated SwabCap®.
Device Story
SwabFlush combines a pre-filled saline flush syringe with an integrated SwabCap disinfectant cap. Syringe contains 0.9% Sodium Chloride; SwabCap contains 70% isopropyl alcohol. Modifications to standard syringe include a plunger thumb-press cup to hold the SwabCap and rounded barrel recesses to prevent plunger rotation, allowing the syringe to serve as a tool for applying the cap to luer access valves. Used by healthcare professionals in clinical settings. After IV line flushing, the clinician uses the syringe as a handle to install the SwabCap onto the valve. The cap disinfects the valve within 5 minutes and provides a physical barrier for up to 96 hours. Benefits include immediate access to disinfectant post-flush and reduced contamination risk.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Verification included ISO 7886-1 (sterile syringes), ISO 594-1/2 (luer tapers), and ISO 10993 (biocompatibility). Sterilization validation achieved required sterility assurance levels. Functional testing confirmed saline compliance with USP monograph, shelf-life stability, and mechanical integrity (drop, vibration, compression) per ISTA/ASTM standards. Design validation performed in a simulated clinical setting.
Technological Characteristics
Single-use, disposable prefilled saline syringe with integrated 70% isopropyl alcohol disinfectant cap. Materials meet ISO 10993. Standard male luer lock fitting. Features anti-rotational barrel recesses and plunger cup for cap integration. Sterilized via validated methods. Complies with ISO 7886-1 and ISO 594-1/2.
Indications for Use
Indicated for flushing IV catheters and IV tubing in patients requiring vascular access. SwabCap component indicated for disinfection of swab-able luer access valves and as a physical barrier to contamination.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An intravascular catheter is a device that consists of a slender tube and any necessary connecting fittings and that is inserted into the patient's vascular system for short term use (less than 30 days) to sample blood, monitor blood pressure, or administer fluids intravenously. The device may be constructed of metal, rubber, plastic, or a combination of these materials.
Predicate Devices
Excelsior Disposable Syringe w/ Normal Saline (0.9% Sodium Chloride) (K962938)
Excelsior Saline pre-filled Syringe(s) in Sterile Field Packaging (K082837)
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Excelsior Medical Corporation Traditional 510(k)
SwabFlush
# 510(k) Summary
FEB 1 n 2011
| Manufacture Name: | Excelsior Medical Corporation |
|------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Name: | John Linfante |
| Postal Address: | 1933 Heck Avenue<br>Neptune, NJ 07753 |
| Phone Number: | 732-643-6088 |
| Fax: | 732-776-7600 |
| Title: | VP, Regulatory Affairs and Quality<br>Assurance |
| Date: | February 4, 2011 |
| Device Proprietary Name: | SwabFlush™ |
| Device Common or Usual Name: | Flush Syringe with Device Disinfectant<br>Cap |
| Classification Name: | Saline Vascular Access Flush |
| Classification Code: | NGT/LKB |
| Regulation Number: | General Hospital |
#### Predicate Devices:
Substantial equivalence is claimed to the following devices as related to intended use, technology and design characteristics:
- . Excelsior Disposable Syringe w/ Normal Saline (0.9% Sodium Chloride), K962938 (Excelsior Medical Corporation)
- Excelsior Saline pre-filled Syringe(s) in Sterile Field Packaging, K082837 . (Excelsior Medical Corporation)
- SwabCap®, K083508 (Excelsior Medical Corporation) .
#### Description of the Device
SwabFlush" is a saline intravenous flush syringe that is combined with an integrated SwabCap®.
Each SwabFlush" syringe contains a sterile, non-pyrogenic isotonic solution of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP, 9 mg NaCl per ml, with an osmolarity of 0.3 l mOsm/mL, pH 4.5 - 7.0.
A SwabCap® is a luer access valve cap that contains 70% isopropyl alcohol as a disinfectant. A SwabCap® is designed to securely fit on swab-able luer access valves. The product is intended for single-use and is provided sterile.
The SwabFlush" provides the healthcare professional with immediate access to the SwabCap luer access valve disinfectant cap after an IV flush.
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SwabFlush"
### Intended Use/Indications for Use
The flush syringe is intended for flushing IV catheters and IV tubing. The integrated SwabCap® is intended for use on swab-able luer access valves as a disinfecting cleaner prior to line access and to act as a physical barrier to contamination between the line accesses. SwabCap® will disinfect the valve five (5) minutes after application and act as a physical barrier to contamination for up to ninety-six (96) hours under normal conditions if not removed.
#### Technological Characteristics
The SwabFlush" syringe has the same technological characteristics as the predicates. SwabFlush" syringe and predicate syringes are all single use, disposable prefilled saline syringes.
The SwabFlush" syringe is similar in design and uses the same types of materials as the Excelsior Medical Disposable Syringe with Normal Saline (K962938) and Saline prefilled Syringe(s) in Sterile Field Packaging (K082837). The SwabFlush" syringe, like the predicate syringes, has a standard male luer lock fitting which is intended to connect to standard female luer lock fittings, including luer access valves. The saline contained in the SwabFlush" syringe and predicate syringes meet the same requirements for 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP. Both the SwabFlush™ syringe and predicate syringes meet the same requirements for syringe functional characteristics such as, but not limited to, injection force and liquid/air leakage. The SwabFlush" syringe is filled, sterilized, and packaged using the same equipment and processes of the Disposable Syringe with Normal Saline (K962938). The SwabFlush " syringe and the Disposable Syringe with Normal Saline (K962938) are intended for the same user and indicated for the same use.
The integrated SwabCap® within the SwabFlush™ syringe is identical to the predicate device. There have been no changes to the intended use, design, materials or processing of SwabCap® as cleared under K083508.
#### Technological Modifications
The SwabFlush" has two unique technological modifications from the predicate devices. The first is a modification of the thumb press end of the plunger. Instead of a flat surface, the end has an open cup feature that allows a single fully assembled and packaged SwabCap® to be integrated with the syringe. The second modification is in the form of rounded recesses molded into the opening of the syringe barrel. This feature prevents a fully injected syringe plunger from rotating. This anti-rotational feature allows the fully injected syringe to become a tool for SwabCap® application and facilitates its installation to the luer access device.
#### Substantial Equivalence Discussion
The subject device is similar to the predicate devices based on intended use, technology and design. No changes have been made to the design of the SwabCap® as cleared by the FDA for integration into the syringe plunger.
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## Non Clinical Testing Data to Demonstrate Safety
All of the non clinical testing was conducted in accordance to the requirements of design control. The following is a summary of the non clinical data that demonstrate the SwabFlush" syringe is safe and effective. It consists of the following:
## DESIGN VERIFICATION
Excelsior has demonstrated that the SwabFlush"" syringe meets all ISO 7886-1: Sterile Hypodermic Syringes for single use standards and ISO 594-1&-2: Conical fittings with a 6 % (Luer) taper for syringes, needles and certain other medical equipment.
The device was confirmed to meet all biocompatibility requirements of ISO 10993: Biological evaluation of medical devices.
Sterilization validations were performed to validate the effectiveness of the sterilization methods to achieve the desired sterility assurance level.
Additional tests performed ensure the SwabFlush" syringe functions to hold and apply a SwabCap®, while not affecting the disinfectant content of the SwabCap®. The saline flush was verified to comply with 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP monograph requirements. The verification also included the controlled aging of SwabFlush" to verify all product requirements including sterility throughout the shelf life. Ship testing was performed on a representative final packaged product for drop, vibration, and compression as specified by applicable ISTA or ASTM standards.
All results met the criteria established in the testing.
## DESIGN VALIDATION
A Design Validation was done to verify that the SwabFlush™ meets the clinical need expected for a typical flush procedure in a simulated clinical setting.
## Conclusion
Based on the information provided in this 510(k) premarket notification, SwabFlush" is substantially equivalent in terms of safety and effectiveness to the predicate devices identified above.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Excelsior Medical Corporation C/O Mr. John Linfante Vice President Regulatory Affairs/Quality Assurance Excelsior Medical Corporation 1933 Heck Avenue Neptune. New Jersey 07753
FEB 1 0 2011
· Re: K101270
Trade/Device Name: SwabFlush™ Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5200 Regulation Name: Intravascular Catheter Regulatory Class: II Product Code: NGT Dated: January 25, 2011 Received: January 27, 2011
Dear Mr. Linfante:
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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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 CFR 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/ReportaProblem/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,
Anthony D. Watson, B.S., M.S., M.B.A. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital. Infection Control and Dental Devices
Office of Device Evaluation Canter for Devices and Radiological Health
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## Indications for Use
| 510(k) Number: | K101270 |
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| Device Name: | SwabFlush™ |
| Indication for Use: | The flush syringe is intended for flushing of IV catheters and IV tubing. |
| | SwabCap® is intended for use on a swab-able luer access valve as a disinfecting cleaner prior to line access and to act as a physical barrier to contamination between the line accesses. SwabCap® will disinfect the valve five (5) minutes after application and act as a physical barrier to contamination for up to ninety-six (96) hours under normal conditions if not removed. |
| | The SwabFlush™ product is provided as:<br>1. 10 ml fill in 10 ml saline flush syringe with integrated SwabCap®.<br>2. 5 ml fill in 10 ml saline flush syringe with integrated SwabCap®.<br>3. 3 ml fill in 10 ml saline flush syringe with integrated SwabCap®. |
| Prescription Use (21 CFR Part 801 Subpart D) | X And/Or Over the Counter Use (21 CFR Part 801 Subpart C) |
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