LSI SOLUTIONS FORNISEE SYSTEM UTERINE MANIPULATOR AND ACCESSORIES
Applicant
Lsi Solutions, Inc.
Product Code
HEW · Obstetrics/Gynecology
Decision Date
Jul 13, 2012
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 884.1640
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The LSI SOLUTIONS® ForniSee™ System is intended for use as a uterine manipulator in laparoscopic hysterectory surgical procedures to identify the vaginal fornices and manipulate the uterus.
Device Story
LSI SOLUTIONS® ForniSee™ System is a uterine manipulator used during laparoscopic hysterectomy. The system consists of single-patient use FS Devices (surgical hand tools with distal cervical cups) and reusable FS Sounds (angled shafts). The FS Device features an optional integrated vaginal illumination component. During surgery, the FS Sound is inserted into the uterine cavity and anchored via a rotating metal anchor; the FS Device fits over the sound to engage the cervix. The operator manipulates the handle outside the patient to reposition the uterus and delineate vaginal fornices, aiding colpotomy incisions. The device maintains pneumoperitoneum via an elastomeric vaginal occluder. Used in the operating room by gynecological surgeons, the system provides enhanced exposure of the colpotomy site, facilitating surgical access and potentially improving outcomes in patients with challenging anatomy.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical study conducted in 50 elective hysterectomy patients (38 total laparoscopic, 11 laparoscopic supracervical, 1 converted to abdominal). Primary endpoints focused on safety and effectiveness. No device-related adverse events reported. Two iatrogenic cystotomies occurred but were deemed not device-related. Average estimated blood loss was 96cc. Pneumoperitoneum was successfully maintained in 47 of 49 patients. Study concluded the device is effective for uterine manipulation, particularly in patients with challenging anatomy.
Technological Characteristics
Constructed of surgical quality metals and polymers. Features include cervical cups (sizes 30, 35, 40mm), reusable angled sounds (6-12cm), and an elastomeric vaginal occluder. Includes optional vaginal illumination. Sterilization via steam, Sterrad, or EO. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993. Bench testing included functional, destructive, and thermal testing. Standards: ANSI/AAMI BE78:2002/A1:2006, ISO 10993-5:2009, ISO 10993-7:2008, ASTM F 1980-07, ASTM D4169-09.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as a uterine manipulator in laparoscopic hysterectomy surgical procedures to identify vaginal fornices and manipulate the uterus in patients requiring hysterectomy.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A culdoscope is a device designed to permit direct viewing of the organs within the peritoneum by a telescopic system introduced into the pelvic cavity through the posterior vaginal fornix. It is used to perform diagnostic and surgical procedures on the female genital organs. This generic type of device may include trocar and cannula, instruments used through an operating channel, scope preheaters, light source and cables, and component parts.
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### 5. Premarket Notification [510(k)] Summary
Date: July 6, 2012
JUL 1 3 2012
### Submitted By:
LSI SOLUTIONS®, Inc. 7796 Victor-Mendon Road Victor, New York 14564 Phone: (585) 869-6608 Fax: (585) 742-8086
Contact: Jude S. Sauer, M.D., President
Common Name: Uterine Manipulator
Trade Name: LSI SOLUTIONS® ForniSee™ System Uterine Manipulator and Accessories
Classification Name: Culdoscope and Accessories
21 CFR Part 884.1640
Predicate Device: The Koh Colpotomizer™ System (K954311)
Description: LSI SOLUTIONS® ForniSee™ System will provide aid in the tissue manipulation typically encountered in patients requiring a hysterectomy. The ForniSee™ System provides single-patient use FS Devices and its companion reusable FS Sounds; these components are made from common surgical metals and polymers. Sterile disposable, mostly plastic, FS Device surgical hand tools will be offered in three different sizes designated as either FS-30, FS-35 or FS-40, with the number indicating the increasing diameter of the inside of the device's distal cervical cups. The FS Device is designed with an optional integrated vaginal illumination component. FS Sounds are reusable implements, which are essentially customized angled shafts or sounds constructed of cleanable and resterilizable surgical quality metal; the distal ends of these FS Sounds will be offered in four different sizes ranging in length from 6 to 8 to 10 to 12cm. FS Devices fit over FS Sounds to provide an effective means of uterine manipulation during laparoscopic surgery. FS Devices and FS Sounds will be manufactured at our facility in Victor, New York.
Intended Use: The LSI SOLUTIONS® ForniSee™ System is intended for use as a uterine manipulator in laparoscopic hysterectory surgical procedures to identify the vaginal fornices and manipulate the uterus.
LSI SOLUTIONS® K111014
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Summary of Technological Characteristics Comparing Study Device to Predicate: Both the selected predicate, Koh Colpotomizer™ System, and the proposed subject, ForniSee™ System, share a common intended use. The predicate and subject devices are intended to be used sterile by a surgeon to assist in intra-operative transvaginal uterine manipulation and to aid in delineating the vaginal fornices region. Both systems assist in the maintenance of pneumoperitoneum after a colpotomy incision is made (Koh: using a balloon; FS: using the elastomeric vaginal occluder). Both systems incorporate durable components that can be reused repeatedly in patients and therefore require means for sufficient cleaning and resterilization. Both systems also incorporate single-patient use components that are provided sterile. Both systems have a plastic handle that remains outside of the patient in the perineal area for gripping and positioning by the operator. Both have a rigid section that passes through the vaginal canal and end in a cup shaped structure intended to engage the patient's cervix from within the vaginal fornices. Both systems provide a range of different size options for cervical engaging cups; cup size selection is typically made when using either system while the patient is in the operating room. Both systems provide several options over a comparable range of lengths for rigid, finger-like, members that enter and engage the uterine cavity; to mechanically anchor this rigid finger into the patient's uterus, the predicate device uses an inflatable balloon and the subject device uses a rotating metal anchor. With either system, rotation and movement of the handle outside of the patient causes reposition of the uterus and enhanced exposure of the area around the colpotomy site. The FS Device incorporates a passageway for the optional transmission of light for vaginal illumination to aid in colpotomy incisions. Both the predicate and subject systems have been demonstrated to be biocompatible and sterilizable. Both systems have been demonstrated in actual patient use to be effective for their intended use to aid in surgery through forniceal exposure and uterine manipulation, while also proving safe by not exposing patients to unacceptable risk.
Performance Testing: A substantial amount of ForniSee™ System performance testing was undertaken throughout the development of this product line. Cadaver research provided highly encouraging results.
The following non-clinical tests were completed:
- . ISO Vaginal Irritation and Guinea Pig Maximization tests [ANSI/AAMI BE78:2002/A1:2006 (equivalent to ISO 10993-10:2002/A1:2006)]
- MEM Elution cytotoxicity testing [ISO 10993-5:2009] .
- Steam and Sterrad sterilization validation per "Overkill Method" (10" SAL) .
- EO Sterilization validation per "Overkill Method" as recommended in . ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11135-1:2007
- . Sterilization residuals testing [EO residual testing in accordance to ISO 10993-7:2008]
- . Reusable component reprocessing [AAMI TIR No. 30]
- Accelerated aging [ASTM F 1980-07 (2011)] .
- Shipping testing [ASTM D4169-09] .
- Bench testing including functional, destructive and life testing of FS™ System devices, . and thermal testing of the vaginal illumination feature.
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## LSI SOLUTIONS® 510(k) Premarket Notification
Clinical performance testing was achieved through Institutional Review Board approved studies in 50 elective hysterectomy patients at two separate medical centers, each with their own gynecological surgeon Principal Investigator (PI). All hysterectomies were accomplished as pre-planned (38 Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomies and 11 Laparoscopic Supracervical Hysterectomies), except for 1 patient (2% of total) requiring conversion to a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy because of an extremely large uterus. There were no device related Adverse Events. No ureteral injuries occurred. Two patients, one at each site, with significant pre-existing pathologic scarring had inadvertent iatrogenic cystotomies, which were recognized immediately and sutured laparoscopically without any sequelae. Both bladder injuries were considered Not Device Related Adverse Events. The Estimated Blood Loss (EBL) range for this study was 20cc to 300cc with an average of 124cc at one site and 60cc at the other site, with an average of 96cc for both sites combined. Pneumoperitoneum was maintained throughout the procedure with no loss in 47 of 49 patients and a slight loss in 2 patients. Several minor intra-operative observations were noted but deemed by the PIs as expected in their patients or of no significant consequence. For example, one patient received an iatrogenic perforation in her previously therapeutically ablated uterus while dilating with a standard sound at the initiation of the operation. No bleeding or other observances were noted with this perforation. The uterine specimen was removed as planned. No other intra-operative problems or complications were encountered. All patients were reported by study Pls at post-operative follow up examinations to have a normal post-hysterectomy course except one patient who developed coincidental diverticulitis, requiring hospital admission and antibiotic therapy. Several other observations were made regarding study patients' post-operative recovery. For example, one patient complained of modest post-op transient vaginal bleeding or pathology was noted upon exam. Another patient required antibiotic therapy for a urinary tract infection. Another patient developed acute cholecystitis after her hysterectomy; this development was not considered attributable to her study procedure or an abnormal post-hysterectomy event by that site's PI. The use of these study devices reported by both PIs were proven to be highly effective especially in patients with challenging anatomy.
#### Conclusion:
Both the predicate and the subject systems offer many similar features and functions from comparable structural components. The bench top and clinical results affirm the effectiveness, safety and durability of the ForniSee™ System product. We believe that the predicate and the subject devices have been demonstrated to be substantially equivalent.
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## DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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#### Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Jude S. Sauer, M.D. President and CEO LSI SOLUTIONS®, Inc. 7796 Victor-Mendon Road VICTOR NY 14564
JUL 1 3 2012
Re: K11014
Trade/Device Name: LSI SOLUTIONS® ForniSee™ System Uterine Manipulator and Accessories Regulation Number: 21 CFR§ 884.1640 Regulation Name: Culdoscope and accessories Regulatory Class: II
Product Code: HEW, LKF Dated: July 6, 2012
Received: July 9, 2012
Dear Dr. Sauer:
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.
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
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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/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
Sincerely yours,
Bayiano K-tush
Benjamin R. Fisher, Ph.D. Director Division of Reproductive, Gastro-Renal, and Urological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known):_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ K111014
Device Name: LSI SOLUTIONS® ForniSee™ System Uterine Manipulator and Accessories
Indications For Use:
. . . .
The LSI Solutions® ForniSee™ is intended for use as a uterine manipulator in laparoscopic hysterectomy surgical procedures to identify the vaginal fornices and manipulate the uterus.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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