K112382 · Terumo Medical Corporation · QEZ · Dec 14, 2011 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K112382
Device Name
TERUMO ASPRIATION CATHETER
Applicant
Terumo Medical Corporation
Product Code
QEZ · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Dec 14, 2011
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.5150
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, 3rd-Party Reviewed
Indications for Use
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter is indicated for the removal of fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from vessels in the coronary and peripheral vasculature.
Device Story
Dual-lumen rapid-exchange catheter; used for aspiration of thrombi/emboli from coronary and peripheral vasculature. Input: manual aspiration via syringe connected to extraction lumen; guidewire (max 0.014") used for navigation. Operation: manual; physician-operated in clinical setting. Features: proximal stiff region; distal flexible region with hydrophilic coating; radiopaque marker band for fluoroscopic visualization. Output: aspirated embolic material collected in filter basket for analysis. Benefits: mechanical removal of vascular obstructions. Accessories: stylet for delivery assistance, flushing tool, extension line, stopcock, and aspiration syringe.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance validated via ISO 10555-1 (surface, corrosion, force at break, leakage) and in-house comparative testing (kink resistance, aspiration rate, thrombus aspiration capability, pushability, trackability). Biocompatibility confirmed per ISO 10993 (sensitization, hemolysis, thrombo-resistance, cytotoxicity, etc.).
Technological Characteristics
Dual-lumen rapid-exchange catheter; 140 cm length; 1.70-1.90 mm OD. Materials: Polyamide elastomer/Nylon 12 outer layer, stainless steel braid, PFA resin inner layer. Hydrophilic coating. Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (ISO 11135). Compatible with 0.014" guidewires. Manual operation.
Indications for Use
Indicated for removal of fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from coronary and peripheral vessels.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An embolectomy catheter is a balloon-tipped catheter that is used to remove thromboemboli, i.e., blood clots which have migrated in blood vessels from one site in the vascular tree to another.
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February 9, 2021
Terumo Medical Corporation % Mark Job Responsible Third Party Official Regulatory Technology Services, LLC 1000 Westgate Drive, Saint Paul. Minnesota 55114
Re: K112382
Trade/Device Name: Terumo Aspiration Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.5150 Regulation Name: Embolectomy catheter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OEZ
Dear Mark Job:
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is sending this letter to notify you of an administrative change related to your previous substantial equivalence (SE) determination letter dated December 14, 2011. Specifically, FDA is updating this SE Letter as an administrative correction because FDA has created a new product code to better categorize your device technology.
Please note that the 510(k) submission was not re-reviewed. For questions regarding this letter please contact Gregory O'Connell, OHT2: Office of Cardiovascular Devices, (301) 796-6075. Gregory. Oconnell(@FDA.HHS.gov.
Sincerelv.
Digitally signed by Gregory W. O'connell -S
Gregory W. O'connell -S Date: 2021.02.09 08:16:35 -05'00
Gregory O'Connell Assistant Director DHT2C: Division of Coronary and Peripheral Intervention Devices OHT2: Office of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
DEC 1 4 2011
Terumo Medical Corporation c/o Mr. Mark Job Regulatory Technology Services, LLC 1394 25" Street, NW Buffalo, MN 55313
Re: K112382/S1
Trade/Device Name: Terumo Aspiration Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.5150 Regulation Name: Embolectomy Catheter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DXE Dated: November 14, 2011 Received: November 15, 2011
Dear Mr. Job:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device we have reviewed your bocured the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate for use stated in the encrosure) to regard to the Medical Device Amendments, or to conninered processified 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 r ou may, therefore, manot of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of general controls proficions of ractice, 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 If your device is classified (bee above) inxisting major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may found in the Code of reactive concerning your device in the Federal Register. publish furtier announcements conceential equivalence determination does not mean Please be advised that I DA 3 issualled of a succe complies with other requirements of the Act that I DA has made a decemmation administered by other Federal agencies. You must or any rederal statutes and regulations aincluding, but not limited to: registration and listing
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(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.
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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 (240) 276-3150 or at its Internet address
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Sincerely yours, .
W. S. Allehen
S سر 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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# Indications for Use
| 510(k) Number (if known): | K112382 |
|---------------------------|---------|
|---------------------------|---------|
Terumo Aspiration Catheter Device Name: Device
Indications For Use:
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter is indicated for the removal of fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from vessels in the coronary and peripheral vasculature.
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Prescription Use __ X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) * AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
M.A. Hibben
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Cardiovascular Devices
112582 510(k) Number
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DEC 1 4 2011
# 510(k) Summary
#### A. Device Name
| Proprietary Name | Terumo Aspiration Catheter |
|---------------------|-------------------------------------------|
| Classification Name | Embolectomy Catheter (as per 870.5150) |
| Common Name | Embolectomy Catheter, Aspiration Catheter |
| Product Code | DXE |
#### B. Intended Use
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter is indicated for the removal of fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from vessels in the coronary and peripheral vasculature.
The predicate devices are the PRONTO V3 Extraction Catheter (K083784) and the Medtronic Export XT Catheter (K061958).
The PRONTO V3 Extraction Catheter (K083784) is indicated for removal of fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from vessels in the coronary and peripheral vasculature.
The Medtronic Export XT Catheter (K061958) is indicated for:
- Removal/aspiration of embolic material (thrombus/debris) from vessels of the arterial . system, and
- To subselectively infuse/deliver diagnostics or therapeutic agents with or without . vessel occlusion.
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter has the same indication for use as the Pronto V3 predicate device. Unlike the Export XT device, the Terumo Aspiration Catheter is not indicated for the infusion or delivery of diagnostic or therapeutic agents. This difference does not alter the safety or effectiveness of the Terumo Aspiration Catheter when used as indicated.
#### C. Device Description
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter is a dual lumen rapid exchange catheter. The guidewire lumen is used to facilitate passage of a guide wire which must not exceed 0.014" (0.36 mm) in diameter. The larger extraction lumen allows the removal of thrombus (thrombi) by use of the included aspiration syringe through the extension line. The catheter has a proximal stiff region and a distal flexible region that is coated with hydrophilic polymer which generates lubricity when wet. On the distal tip a
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radiopaque marker band is incorporated. The proximal end of the catheter is equipped with a standard luer adapter to facilitate the attachment of the included extension line, stopcock and syringes. The provided stylet can be inserted in the catheter to assist in the delivery of the catheter to the vascular lesion. The included flushing tool is used to flush the guide wire lumen in preparation for use. A filter basket is included for assistance in filtering the blood removed during the procedure for laboratory analysis or any thrombosis.
#### D. Principle of Operation / Technology
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter is operated manually or by manual process. This is the same principle of operation of the predicate devices.
#### E. Design / Materials
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter submitted in this 510(k), the PRONTO V3 extraction catheter cleared under K083784 and the Medtronic Export XT Aspiration Catheter cleared under K061958 have the same principle design features:
- Dual lumen for rapid exchange over a guidewire .
- Wire braided tubing for enforced strength ●
- Distal marker band for high visibility under fluoroscopy .
- External hydrophilic coating for easy access to vascular lesion ●
All three devices have a three-layered construction comprising a stainless steel wire or mesh sandwiched in between an inner and outer elastomer layer.
| | Pronto V3 | Export XT | Terumo Aspiration<br>Catheter |
|----------------|-------------------------------------|----------------------|----------------------------------|
| Outer<br>Layer | Poly-ether-block-amide,<br>Nylon 12 | Poly-amide-elastomer | Polyamide Elastomer,<br>Nylon 12 |
| Braid | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Inner<br>Layer | Poly-olefin | Not disclosed | PFA (per-fluoroalkoxy)<br>resin |
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter in this submission uses similar types of materials as the predicate devices. The results of biological compatibility and bench testing show that the differences in materials between the Terumo Aspiration Catheter and the predicate devices do not raise any new issues of safety and effectiveness.
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#### F. Specifications
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter submitted in this 510(k), the PRONTO V3 extraction catheter cleared under K083784 and the Medtronic Export XT Aspiration Catheter cleared under K061958 have similar device specifications. Differences in specifications between the devices do not raise any new issues of safety and effectiveness.
| | Catheter<br>Length | Maximum<br>O.D. | Compatible<br>Guiding<br>Catheter size | Compatible<br>Guidewire<br>size | Extraction<br>lumen area |
|----------------------------------|--------------------|-----------------|----------------------------------------|---------------------------------|--------------------------|
| Terumo<br>Aspiration<br>Catheter | 140 cm | 1.70 mm | 6 Fr. | 0.014" | 0.85 mm2 |
| | | 1.90 mm | 7 Fr. | | 1.28 mm2 |
| Pronto V3 | 140 cm | 1.60 mm | 6 Fr. | 0.014" | 0.93 mm2 |
| Export XT | 140 cm | 1.73 mm | 6 Fr. | 0.014" | 0.85 mm2 |
| | | 1.83 mm | 7 Fr. | | 1.27mm2 |
#### G. Performance
# 1. Conformance to ISO 10555-1
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter successfully passed the following performance tests, demonstrating conformance with ISO 10555-1:
| ISO 10555-1 Compliance Testing of the Terumo Aspiration Catheter (aged, sterile) | | |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------|--------|
| Test | Test methods | Result |
| Surface inspection | ISO 10555-1 | Passed |
| Corrosion resistance | ISO 10555-1 | Passed |
| Force at break (shaft, hub) | ISO 10555-1 | Passed |
| Freedom from leakage | ISO 10555-1 | Passed |
The above tests were conducted using both real-time aged and accelerated aged samples.
A minimal force at break of 4N was applied to distal marker and distal tip bonding (based on ISO10555-3). This is more stringent than 3N requirement of 10555-1. No other deviations or exclusions were taken from methods defined in ISO 10555-1.
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# 2. Potential changes over shelf life
To evaluate the potential for performance changes over the stated shelf life, the following additional bench testing was conducted using non-aged (t=0) samples:
- Catheter force at break .
- Catheter lubricity .
- Dimensional verification .
- Stylet coil bond tensile strength .
- Stylet to connector tensile strength 0
- Extension line tensile strength: .
All non-aged samples met all specifications and no significant changes in performance were observed between the t=0 and the t=shelf life samples.
# 3. Comparison to predicates
The following in-house bench testing was conducted to demonstrate equivalent performance with the predicate devices.
| In-House Comparative Performance Testing | | |
|------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--|
| Test | Method | |
| Kink resistance | Dimensional measurement (distance and radius)<br>of kinked, fixed-length sample of catheter shaft. | |
| Aspiration rate | Measurement of time required to aspirate known<br>volume of viscous fluid. | |
| Thrombus aspiration capability | Gram weight measurement of aspirated<br>simulated clot. | |
| Pushability | Measurement of resistance encountered<br>traversing a guiding catheter | |
| Trackability | Measurement of resistance and distance travelled<br>through anatomical (PCTA) model | |
Performance characteristics of the Terumo Aspiration Catheter were found to be equivalent or superior to the predicate devices.
# 4. Accessories
Components/accessories were also tested as indicated in the following table. Each component successfully passed all required tests. No exclusions or deviations were taken for any of the applied standards. All testing was conducted using both real-time aged and accelerated aged samples.
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| Conformance Testing of Accessory Components (aged, sterile) | | | |
|-------------------------------------------------------------|---------------|--------|--|
| Component | Test Methods | Result | |
| Stylet | ISO 10555-1 | Passed | |
| Stylet connector | ISO 594-1 & 2 | Passed | |
| Aspiration syringe | ISO 7886-1 | Passed | |
| Aspiration syringe luer | ISO 594-1 & 2 | Passed | |
| Extension Line | ISO 10555-1 | Passed | |
| Extension Line luers and stopcock | ISO 594-1 & 2 | Passed | |
| Flushing tool | ISO 594-1 & 2 | Passed | |
#### H. Biocompatibility and Sterilization
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter is classified as an Externally Communicating Device, Circulating Blood, Limited Contact (≤ 24h). Blood contacting materials were tested in accordance with FDA General Program Memorandum #G95-1 (5/1/95): Use of International Standard ISO-10993, "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part-1: Evaluation and Testing". No deviations or exclusions were taken from the methods defined in the applicable parts of ISO 10993. The Terumo Aspiration Catheter successfully passed all of the following biocompatibility tests:
| Biocompatibility Testing of the Terumo Aspiration Catheter (non-aged, sterile) | | |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------|------------------------|
| Test | Test methods | Result |
| Sensitization | ISO 10993-10 | Meets the requirements |
| Hemolysis | ASTM F756 | Non-hemolytic |
| Dog thrombo-resistance | ISO 10993-4 | Non-thrombogenic |
| Complement Activation | ISO 10993-4 | Meets the requirements |
| Ames Assay | ISO 10993-3 | Meets requirements |
| Lymphoma Forward Mutation | ISO 10993-3 | Non-mutagenic |
| Bone Marrow Micronucleus | ISO 10993-3 | Non-clastogenic |
| Rabbit Pyrogen | ISO 10993-11 | Non-pyrogenic |
| Cytotoxicity | ISO 10993-5 | Non-cytotoxic |
| Intracutaneous reactivity | ISO 10993-10 | Meets requirements |
| Acute Systemic toxicity | ISO 10993-11 | Non-toxic |
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Biocompatibility Testing on the Terumo Aspiration Catheter (aged, sterile) Result Test Test methods Meets the requirements USP 661 Physicochemical profile ISO 10993-5 Non-cytotoxic Cytotoxicity ASTM F756 Non-hemolytic Hemolysis
In addition, the following screening tests were conducted on the accelerated aged, sterile device to demonstrate that aging does not affect the device's biocompatibility:
Again, no deviations or exclusions were taken from the methods defined in the applicable standards.
Sterilization conditions have been validated according to ANSI / AAMI / ISO 11135, Sterilization of Health Care Products– Part 1: Requirements for development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices to provide a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10°.
Residual ethylene oxide (EO) and ethylene chlorohydrin (ECH) residuals will meet requirements for limited exposure devices (contact up to 24 hours) prior to use, based on ANSI/AAMI/ISO 10993-7, Biological Evaluation of medical devices- Part 7: Ethylene Oxide Sterilization residuals. Residual EO will not exceed 4 mg per device and residual ECH will not exceed 9 mg per device.
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter is individually packaged in a peel package composed of polyester-polyethylene laminated film and Tyvek. Expiration dating for the Terumo Aspiration Catheter is 36-months based on performance testing in accordance with ISO 10555-1, of both real-time aged (>3years) and accelerated aged samples, and validation of package integrity in accordance with ISO11607-1 and ISO11607-2.
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Terumo Clinicál Supply Co., Ltd. Premarket Notification - Terumo Aspiration Catheter Section II. 510(K) Summary
#### I. Substantial Equivalence
The Terumo Aspiration Catheter submitted in this 510(k) is substantially equivalent in intended use, design, technology/principles of operation, and materials to the Pronto V3 extraction catheter which was cleared under K083784 and the Medtronic Export XT Aspiration Catheter which was cleared under K061958. Differences between the devices do not raise any issues of safety or effectiveness.
#### J. Submitter Information
| Prepared By: | Mr. Daniel R. Plonski<br>Regulatory Affairs Specialist |
|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Prepared For: | Terumo Medical Corporation<br>950 Elkton Blvd.<br>Elkton, MD 21921<br>Phone: (410) 392-7395<br>Fax: (410) 398-6079<br>Email: daniel.plonski@terumomedical.com |
| Date Prepared: | December 12, 2011 |
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