K141484 · Domain Surgical, Inc. · GEI · Jul 30, 2014 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K141484
Device Name
OPEN FMSEALER
Applicant
Domain Surgical, Inc.
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jul 30, 2014
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Open FMsealer is intended for use in general and gynecological surgery and other open surgical procedures where ligation of vessels, including lymph vessels, is desired. The system creates a vessel ligation (seal) by the application of heat (coagulation) to vessels interposed between the jaws of the device. The Open FMsealer can be used to seal and ligate vessels up to 7mm and tissue bundles as large as will fit in the jaws of the instrument. The Open FMsealer has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures, and should not be used for these purposes.
Device Story
Open FMsealer is a sterile, single-use, hand-held electrosurgical instrument for open surgery; used with FMwand Generator (K130606) via Power Module. Device features scissor-like handle, actuation buttons, and jaws to grasp tissue. Principle of operation: ferromagnetic induction generates heat in the tip to seal, cut, and coagulate tissue bundles and vessels via heat and compression. Operated by surgeons in clinical settings. Output is thermal energy applied to tissue; provides hemostasis and tissue division. Benefits include effective vessel ligation and reduced bleeding during surgical procedures.
Clinical Evidence
No human clinical data. Evidence based on bench testing, including thermal testing, seal strength testing, tissue histological analysis, and acute/chronic animal studies. Testing demonstrated vessel sealing and cutting performance equivalent to predicate devices. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-5, 10993-10, and 10993-11.
Technological Characteristics
Ferromagnetic induction heating; hand-held scissor-like form factor; single-use sterile patient-contacting shears; connects to FMwand Generator via Power Module. Biocompatible materials per ISO 10993. Electrical safety compliance with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-1, IEC 60601-1-2, and IEC 60601-2-2. Sterilization via Ethylene Oxide (SAL 10^-6).
Indications for Use
Indicated for general and gynecological open surgical procedures requiring vessel ligation, including lymph vessels, and soft tissue cutting/coagulation. Suitable for vessels up to 7mm and tissue bundles fitting within device jaws. Contraindicated for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.
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#### 510(k) SUMMARY
Open FMsealer Date of Summary: June 3, 2014 JUL 3 0 2014
### General Provisions
| 510(k) Owner's Name: | Domain Surgical, Inc. |
|----------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Address: | 1370 South 2100 East<br>Salt Lake City, Utah 84108 |
| Contact Person: | Curtis Jensen, Vice President of Quality and Regulatory Affairs |
| Phone Number: | (801) 924-4958 |
| Fax Number: | (801) 924-4951 |
| Classification Name: | Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories (21 CFR<br>§878.4400, Product Code GEI) |
| Proprietary Name: | Open FMsealer |
| Common Name: | Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories |
#### Name of Predicate Devices
- FMwand Ferromagnetic Surgical System (Product Code GEI) #K130606 .
- . LigaSure Vessel Sealing System (Product Code GEI) 510(k) #K043273
#### Device Description
An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device (and accessories) is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current (see 21 CFR §878.4400). It is classified as a Class II (510(k)) device.
The Open FMsealer is a device intended for sealing of vessels and for soft tissue cutting and coagulation. The device is designed to be used only with the FMwand Generator (K130606). The two-piece device consists of a sterile, single-use patient-contacting shears section (Open FMsealer) and an accessory cable (Power Module or PM) that connects the FMsealer to the generator. The dual footpedal connects to the rear of the generator and can be used to activate the FMsealer if desired by the user.
The Open FMsealer is a hand-held surgical instrument intended for use in open surgical procedures where ligation of vessels or cutting and coagulation of soft tissue is desired. The Open FMsealer consists of a scissor-like handle with two actuation buttons and jaws to grasp the tissue to be affected.
The Open FMsealer is connected to the FMwand Generator (K130606) by the Power Module. The connectors on both ends of the Power Module are designed to fit only the FMwand Generator and FMwand sterile, disposable accessories. The power module and FMwand Generator were previously cleared as part of K130606.
This system creates sealing, cutting and coagulation by the application of heat and compression to tissue bundles and vessels interposed between the iaws of the instrument. Like the predicate device, the Open FMsealer includes actuation buttons that can be used to activate the device.
The Open FMsealer has been shown (in animal studies) to cut and seal vessels up to and including 7mm in diameter, lymphatics and tissue bundles as large as will fit into the jaws of the device.
#### Technological Comparison
The Open FMsealer employs ferromagnetic induction to generate heat in the tip. This method of heat generation is identical technology as the FMwand Ferromagnetic Surgical System (K130606), and differs from the LigaSure System which uses the resistance of the target tissue and electrical current to produce the heat necessary for cutting and sealing (bipolar electrosurgery).
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| Performance<br>Feature | Open FMsealer | LigaSure<br>Vessel Sealing System | FMwand Ferromagnetic Surgical<br>System |
|--------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Manufacturer | Domain Surgical, Inc. | Covidian AG | Domain Surgical, Inc. |
| 510(k) Number | To be assigned | K043273 | K130606 |
| Prescription/OTC | Prescription Only | Prescription Only | Prescription Only |
| Product Code | GEI | GEI | GEI |
| Classification<br>Regulation | 21 CFR 878.4400 | 21 CFR 878.4400 | 21 CFR 878.4400 |
| Basis Intended Use | Sealing, cutting and<br>coagulation of soft tissue | Sealing, cutting and coagulation of<br>soft tissue | Cutting and coagulation of soft<br>tissue |
| Heat Generation<br>Method | Ferromagnetic induction<br>provides an elevated<br>temperature surface which<br>will cauterize soft tissue as<br>it seals and cuts. | Application of bipolar electrosurgical<br>energy to tissue interposed between<br>the jaws of the instrument. | Ferromagnetic induction provides an<br>elevated temperature blade which<br>will cauterize tissue as it cuts. |
| Operational<br>Control Method | Controlled power delivered<br>to tip of connected<br>accessory | Controlled power delivered to tip of<br>connected accessory | Controlled power delivered to tip of<br>connected accessory |
| Mode of Operation | Intermittent Operation | Intermittent Operation | Intermittent Operation |
| Output Type | Type CF | Type CF | Type CF |
| Treatment<br>Modality | Vessel sealing, cutting<br>and/or coagulation using<br>heat combined with<br>compression of the target<br>tissues between the jaws of<br>the instrument. | Vessel sealing, cutting and/or<br>coagulation using heat combined<br>with compression of the target<br>tissues between the jaws of the<br>instrument. | Cutting and/or coagulation using<br>conducted heat from an elevated<br>temperature handpiece tip. |
| Bench Testing | The Open FMsealer passed<br>all bench tests performed<br>including testing on animals<br>and animal tissues to show<br>vessel sealing strength. | Preclinical studies were performed<br>to show vessel sealing strength. | The FMwand Ferromagnetic Surgical<br>System passed all bench tests<br>performed |
| Meets applicable<br>sections of IEC<br>60601-2-2 | Yes. Applicable electrical<br>safety testing has been<br>successfully performed. | Some testing was performed to<br>show compliance to IEC 60601-2-2<br>(Alarm frequency and Audio Level).<br>It is unknown if any other testing<br>was performed. | Yes. Applicable electrical safety<br>testing has been successfully<br>performed. |
| Biocompatibility<br>Testing | Materials used in the<br>patient-contacting portions<br>of the Open FMsealer is<br>either known to be<br>biocompatible or have<br>passed testing performed<br>according to ISO 10993-5<br>(Cytotoxicity), 10993-10<br>(Acute Systemic Toxicity)<br>and 10993-11(Sensitization<br>and Irritation).Details are<br>found in Section 12 of this<br>submission. | There is no mention in the device<br>literature, website or 510(k)<br>summary as to whether the<br>Generator or shears were tested for<br>biocompatibility. | Materials used in the patient-<br>contacting portions of the FMwand<br>Ferromagnetic Surgical System are<br>either known to be biocompatible or<br>have passed testing performed<br>according to ISO 10993-5<br>(Cytotoxicity), 10993-10 (Acute<br>Systemic Toxicity) and 10993-<br>11(Sensitization and Irritation). |
| Sterilization<br>Method | Open FMsealer is for single-<br>patient use and provided<br>sterile. Sterilization method<br>is Ethylene Oxide: SAL 10-6. | Shears are single-patient use and<br>provided sterile. Sterilization<br>method is Ethylene Oxide: SAL 10-6*. | FMwand handpiece is for single-<br>patient use and is provided sterile.<br>Sterilization method is Ethylene<br>Oxide: SAL 10-6. |
# Device Comparison Table (Shaded entries are identical)
The differences between the Open FMsealer and the predicate devices are discussed in detail in the appropriate sections of this submission. None of the differences raise new questions of safety and effectiveness.
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# Indications for Use
The Open FMsealer is intended for use in general and gynecological surgery and other open surgical procedures where ligation of vessels, including lymph vessels, is desired. The system creates a vessel ligation (seal) by the application of heat (coagulation) to vessels interposed between the jaws of the device. The Open FMsealer can be used to seal and ligate vessels up to 7mm and tissue bundles as large as will fit in the jaws of the instrument.
The Open FMsealer has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures, and should not be used for these purposes.
### Performance Testing Data Summary
Questions of safety and effectiveness are the same for this device as they are for the predicate device and other similar devices on the market. All applicable bench testing was performed with the Open FMsealer to assure that it functioned as intended. The clearance of this device was not based on human clinical testing.
Performance testing that was successfully completed includes thermal testing, seal strength testing, tissue histological analysis, and acute and chronic animal studies. These studies showed that the Open FMsealer is at least as effective as the predicate device, which supports the claim of substantial equivalence.
# Safety and Biocompatibility Summary
Questions of safety and effectiveness are the same for this device as they are for the predicate devices and other similar devices on the market. Bench testing was performed with the Open FMsealer to assure that it functioned as intended. The system was also tested by an accredited independent testing laboratory to assure that it complies with the applicable electrical safety standards for medical electrosurgical devices, including the applicable sections of IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-1, IEC 60601-1-2, and IEC 60601-2-2.
The patient contacting materials used in the Open FMsealer were chosen for their biocompatibility, function and suitability for the intended use of this device. Successful biocompatibility testing of applicable parts of the system was completed by accredited independent testing laboratories according to ISO 10993-1 and 510(k) Memorandum G95-1. Invivo and in-vitro tissue testing was performed that demonstrates that the Open FMsealer is as effective at ligation and sealing of vessels or cutting and coagulation of soft tissue as the LigaSure System.
# Conclusion
The Open FMsealer is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices. The intended use of the Open FMsealer is the same as the predicate devices with minor differences that have no effect on safety or effectiveness. The Open FMsealer differs from the LigaSure Shears in technological characteristics; however the differences do not raise different types of questions of safety and effectiveness. The information presented in the 510(k), including the bench, laboratory and animal testing, demonstrates that the Open FMsealer is as safe and effective as the predicate device for its intended use.
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
July 30, 2014
Domain Surgical Incorporated Mr. Curtis Jensen Vice President of Quality and Regulatory Affairs 1370 South 2100 East Salt Lake City, Utah 84108
Re: K141484
Trade/Device Name: Open FMsealer Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: June 3, 2014 Received: June 5, 2014
Dear Mr. Jensen:
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 (2 l CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set
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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 Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
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Sincerely yours,
# David Krause -S
Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. for
Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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#### Indications for Use
K141484 510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: Open FMsealer
Indications for Use:
The Open FMsealer is intended for use in general and gynecological surgery and other open surgical procedures where ligation of vessels, including lymph vessels, is desired. The system creates a vessel ligation (seal) by the application of heat (coagulation) to vessels interposed between the jaws of the device. The Open FMsealer can be used to seal and ligate vessels up to 7mm and tissue bundles as large as will fit in the jaws of the instrument.
The Open FMsealer has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures, and should not be used for these purposes.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use: _ (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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