NETWORK EYE SPEARS, POINTS, DRAINS, WICKS AND SHIELDS
K130117 · Network Medical Products, Ltd. · HOZ · Oct 29, 2013 · Ophthalmic
Device Facts
Record ID
K130117
Device Name
NETWORK EYE SPEARS, POINTS, DRAINS, WICKS AND SHIELDS
Applicant
Network Medical Products, Ltd.
Product Code
HOZ · Ophthalmic
Decision Date
Oct 29, 2013
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 886.4790
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Network Eye Spears and Points: Indicated for all microsurgical ophthalmic procedures for tissue manipulation and management of fluids in the operative field. Network Wicks and Drains: Indicated for all microsurgical ophthalmic procedures for management of fluids in the operative field. Network Shields: Indicated for placement on the cornea to moisten the cornea and shield the retina from intense operating light during ophthalmic surgery.
Device Story
Single-use ophthalmic sponges (spears, points, wicks, drains, shields) used during microsurgical ophthalmic procedures. Spears and points consist of triangular polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) or cellulose sponge, optionally attached to polypropylene handles; used by surgeons for pinpoint fluid absorption and tissue manipulation. Wicks and drains are PVA sponges for fluid removal from the operative field. Shields are circular PVA sponges placed on the cornea to maintain moisture and protect the retina from intense operating light. Devices function via passive wicking action or physical barrier properties. Operated by surgeons in clinical/OR settings.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data submitted. Evidence includes biocompatibility (cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation, systemic toxicity, LAL endotoxin testing), sterility validation (E-beam, SAL 10^-6), and shelf-life/package integrity testing.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) (formalized) or Cellulose sponge; Polypropylene handles. Principle: Passive wicking (sponge) and physical barrier (shield). Sterilization: E-beam radiation (SAL 10^-6). Packaging: Sterile barrier. No software or electronic components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing microsurgical ophthalmic procedures requiring tissue manipulation, fluid management, or corneal protection/moistening.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ophthalmic sponge is a device that is an absorbant sponge, pad, or spear made of folded gauze, cotton, cellulose, or other material intended to absorb fluids from the operative field in ophthalmic surgery.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 886.9.
Predicate Devices
Ultracell Medical Technologies, Inc., Ophthalmic Sponges (K920354)
Ultracell Medical Technologies, Inc., Surgical Spears (K923922)
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# 510(k) Summary:
### Owner:
Network Medical Products, Ltd. Coronet House, Kearsley Road Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 2SG, UK
Phone: (44) 01765 609555
Submission contact: Alison March Senior QA/RA Manager Alison.M@networkmedical.co.uk (44) 01765 609555
OCT 2 9 2013
Date prepared: October 27, 2013
Device Common Name: Ophthalmic Sponge
Device Proprietary Name: Network Eye Spears, Points, Wicks and Shields
Classification: Class II
Regulation Number: 886.4790
## Product Code: HOZ
#### Predicate Devices:
Ultracell Medical Technologies, Inc., Ophthalmic Sponges, K920354 Ultracell Medical Technologies, Inc., Surgical Spears, K923922 DeRoyal Industries, Inc., Surgical Eye Spears, K972693 Hurricane Medical, Inc., Drainage Wick; Surgical Spears and Sponges, Corneal Light Shield, K990671
#### Indication for Use:
Eye Spears and Points: Indicated for all microsurgical ophthalmic procedures for tissue manipulation and management of fluids in the operative field.
Wicks and Drains: Indicated for all microsurgical ophthalmic procedures for management of fluids in the operative field.
Shields: Indicated for placement on the cornea to moisten the cornea and shield the retina from intense operating light during ophthalmic surgery.
#### Description:
Network Eve Spears, Points, Drains, Wicks and Shields are single devices designed for tissue manipulation, fluid management and shielding of light in ophthalmic surgery. Spears and points consist of a triangle of dry Polyvinyl Alcohol (formalized) Sponge (PVA) or Cellulose sponge, either attached to a polypropylene handle for handling or separate to be picked up by forceps. The triangular shape allows the surgeon to carry out pinpoint absorption of liguid. Drains and Wicks are PVA Sponges in various sizes and shapes for wicking of fluid away from the operative field. Shields are circular-shaped PVA Sponges that moisten the cornea and reduce the light intensity on the retina during surgery.
## Comparison to Predicate Devices:
Network Eye Spears, Points, Drains, Wicks and Shields are equivalent to the predicates in intended use, design, and component materials as tabulated below.
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## Comparison to Predicates:
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| Characteristics | Network Eye Spears,<br>Points, Wicks, Drains<br>and Shields<br>K130117 | Ultracell Eye<br>Spears, Points,<br>Wicks, Drains and<br>Shields<br>K920354 &K923922 | DeRoyal Surgical<br>Eye Spear<br>K972693 | Hurricane Medical<br>Surgical Spears and<br>Sponges, Corneal<br>Light Shield,<br>Drainage Wick<br>K990671 |
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| Indications for<br>use | Eye Spears and Points:<br>Indicated for all<br>microsurgical<br>ophthalmic procedures<br>for tissue manipulation<br>and management of<br>fluids in the operative<br>field.<br>Wicks and Drains:<br>Indicated for all<br>microsurgical<br>ophthalmic procedures<br>for management of<br>fluids in the operative<br>field.<br>Shields: Indicated for<br>placement on the<br>cornea to moisten the<br>cornea and shield the<br>retina from intense<br>operating light during<br>ophthalmic surgery. | Fluid control and<br>tissue manipulation of<br>the surface of the eye<br>during eye surgery. | Used to absorb<br>fluids from the<br>operative field<br>during ophthalmic<br>and microscopic<br>surgical procedures. | Used to remove<br>excess fluid and<br>debris from the<br>surgical area or<br>instrument. Also,<br>placed on the cornea<br>to moisten the cornea<br>and protect the retina<br>from the intense<br>operating light during<br>ophthalmic surgery. |
| Biocompatibility | Acceptable results<br>according to FDA Blue<br>Book Memo, G95-1, on<br>use of ISO 10993-1<br>tests. | Acceptable results<br>according to FDA<br>Blue Book Memo,<br>G95-1, on use of ISO<br>10993-1 tests. | Acceptable results<br>according to FDA<br>Blue Book Memo,<br>G95-1, on use of<br>ISO 10993-1 tests. | Unknown |
| Principles of<br>operation | Dry sponge wicking<br>action removes fluid;<br>triangular shape option<br>allows for targeted<br>absorption where<br>needed; sponge shield<br>is physical barrier for<br>reduction of light. | Dry sponge wicking<br>action removes fluid;<br>triangular shape<br>option allows for<br>targeted absorption<br>where needed;<br>sponge shield is<br>physical barrier for<br>reduction of light. | Dry sponge wicking<br>action removes<br>fluid; triangular<br>shape option allows<br>for targeted<br>absorption where<br>needed. | Dry sponge wicking<br>action removes fluid;<br>triangular shape<br>option allows for<br>targeted absorption<br>where needed;<br>sponge shield is<br>physical barrier for<br>reduction of light. |
| Sponge material | Polyvinyl Alcohol<br>(formalized) Sponge<br>and Cellulose Sponges | Polyvinyl Alcohol<br>(formalized) Sponge<br>and Cellulose<br>Sponges | Cellulose Sponge | Hydrocellulose, PVA<br>Sponge, viscose and<br>US-origin cotton |
| Handle material,<br>spears | Polypropylene | Polypropylene | High density plastic | Plastic |
| Sterility | E-Beam Radiation,<br>SAL 106; Sterile Barrier<br>Packaging | E-beam Radiation,<br>SAL 106; Sterile<br>Barrier Packaging | Eto, SAL 106;<br>Sterile Barrier<br>Packaging | Gamma Radiation,<br>SAL 106; Sterile<br>Barrier Packaging |
# Non-clinical Testing:
Non-clinical testing for biocompatibility, sterility, and product/package stability was submitted to demonstrate substantial equivalence to the predicate devices, as detailed below. No clinical tests were submitted.
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## 1. Biocompatibility
### PVA:
Biocompatibility tests recommended in ISO 10993 with the additional tests recommended in Blue Book Memo, G95-1, for evaluation of devices in contact with mucosal membranes or breached or compromised surfaces for a limited duration, were submitted for PVA Sponge and results found to be acceptable; Cytoloxicity, Sensitization, Primary Skin Irritation, Acute Systemic Toxicity, Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL, Gel Clot Method) testing to measure post-sterilization endotoxin demonstrates that NMP PVA Sponge devices are below the maximum specification limit of 20 EU/device. These biocompatibility tests demonstrate that NMP Polyvinyl Alcohol (formalized) Sponge devices are as safe as the predicate devices in that they are biocompatible for the intended use (as are the predicate devices).
### Cellulose:
Biocompatibility tests submitted for NMP Cellulose Sponge devices, together with the long history of safe clinical use of cellulose sponge, support the conclusion that NMP Cellulose Sponge devices do not produce adverse local or systemic effects when in limited duration contact with mucosal membranes or breached or compromised surfaces: Cytoloxicity, Sensitization. Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL, Gel Clot Method) testing to measure post-sterilization endotoxin demonstrates that NMP Cellulose Sponge devices are below the maximum specification limit of 20 EU/device. These biocompatibility tests demonstrate that NMP Cellulose Sponge devices are as safe as the predicate devices in that they are biocompatible for the intended use (as are the predicates).
## 2. Sterility
Network ophthalmic sponge products will be sterlized with electron beam radiation to an SAL of 10". In accordance with the requirements of ISO 11137-1:2006 and ISO 11137-2:2012, a Method 1 sterilization validation supports the SAL of 10°. These submitted results demonstrate that NMP Ophthalmic Sponge devices are as safe as the predicate devices in that they are sterlized by the same method (radiation) and to the same sterility assurance (10) as predicate devices K920354, K923922 and K990671; and in the case of predicates K920354 & the same radiation source (electron beam).
## 3. Product/Package Stability (Shelf Life)
Package integrity and product functionality testing performed on accelerated-aged product; manufactured, packaged and sterilized under normal production conditions: demonstrates that NMP Ophthalmic Sponge devices are functional for the defined shelf life of the product packaging provides a sterile barrier for the defined shelf life of the product. The shelf life testing submitted demonstrates that NMP Ophthalmic Sponge devices are as effective and perform as well as the predicate devices in that they are maintained as functional and in sterile condition by the sterile barrier packaging (as are the predicates).
## Conclusion:
Network Eye Spears, Points, Wicks and Shields are equivalent to the predicates in intended use, design, and component materials, and are identical in raw material and components to predicate devices K920354 &K923922. Non-clinical testing demonstrates that manufacturing processes undertaken by NMP produce substantially equivalent devices that are as safe, as effective, and perform as well as the predicates as follows:
- Biocompatibility tests demonstrate that NMP Ophthalmic Sponge devices are as . safe as the predicate devices in that they are biocompatible for the intended use (as are the predicates).
- . NMP Ophthalmic Sponge devices are as safe as the predicate devices in that they are sterilized by the same method (radiation) and to the same sterility assurance (108) as predicate devices K920354, K923922 and K990671; and in the case of predicates K920354 &K923922, by the same radiation source (electron beam).
- . Shelf life testing submitted demonstrates NMP Ophthalmic Sponge devices are as effective and perform as well as the predicate devices in that they are maintained as functional and sterile by the sterile barrier packaging (as are the predicates).
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October 29, 2013
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Network Medical Products, Ltd % Ms. Alison March Senior QA/RA Manager Coronet House, Kearslev Road Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 2SG, United Kingdom
Re: K130117
> Trade/Device Name: Network Eye Spears. Points. Drains, Wicks and Shield Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.4790 Regulation Name: Sponge, Ophthalmic Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HOZ Dated: September 17, 2013 Received: September 17, 2013
Dear Ms. March:
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. Iisting of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract. Iiability 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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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 contact the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its tollfree number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. 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
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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.
Kesia Y. Alexander -S
· for Malvina B. Eydelman, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic and Ear. Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
## 510(k) Number: K130117
Device Name: Network Eye Spears, Points, Wicks, Drains and Shields
## Indications for Use:
Network Eye Spears and Points: Indicated for all microsurgical ophthalmic procedures for tissue manipulation and management of fluids in the operative field.
Network Wicks and Drains: Indicated for all microsurgical ophthalmic procedures for management of fluids in the operative field.
Network Shields: Indicated for placement on the cornea to moisten the cornea and shield the retina from intense operating light during ophthalmic surgery.
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