SINGLE USE PRELOADED SPHINCTEROTOME V (DISTAL WIREGUIDED); SINGLE USE SP
K141991 · Olympus Medical Systems Copr. · KNS · Mar 31, 2015 · Gastroenterology, Urology
Device Facts
Record ID
K141991
Device Name
SINGLE USE PRELOADED SPHINCTEROTOME V (DISTAL WIREGUIDED); SINGLE USE SP
Applicant
Olympus Medical Systems Copr.
Product Code
KNS · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
Mar 31, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 876.4300
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
These instruments (sphincterotomes and guidewires) have been designed to be used with an Olympus endoscope for papillotomy using high-frequency current. The preloaded guidewire is used for guiding and exchanging endoscopic accessories for billary duct, including but not limited to the common bile, cystic, pancreatic and right and left hepatic ducts.
Device Story
Single-use sphincterotome for endoscopic papillotomy; utilizes high-frequency electrosurgical current. Features C-channel design for guidewire exchange; available in preloaded or non-preloaded configurations. Operated by physicians in clinical endoscopic settings. Device facilitates biliary duct access (common bile, cystic, pancreatic, hepatic ducts). Provides mechanical cutting/access via electrosurgical energy; aids in therapeutic biliary procedures. Benefits include improved guidewire exchange efficiency via C-channel architecture.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance testing demonstrated basic device functionality and adherence to in-house acceptance criteria. Risk analysis performed per ISO 14971:2007. No clinical data provided.
Technological Characteristics
Electrosurgical sphincterotome; C-channel lumen design. Standards applied: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 60601-2-18, ISO 10993-1/5/10/11, ISO 11135-1, ISO 14971, ASTM F-1980-07. Single-use, sterile.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring endoscopic papillotomy using high-frequency current and biliary duct access/accessory exchange via Olympus endoscope.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An endoscopic electrosurgical unit and accessories is a device used to perform electrosurgical procedures through an endoscope. This generic type of device includes the electrosurgical generator, patient plate, electric biopsy forceps, electrode, flexible snare, electrosurgical alarm system, electrosurgical power supply unit, electrical clamp, self-opening rigid snare, flexible suction coagulator electrode, patient return wristlet, contact jelly, adaptor to the cord for transurethral surgical instruments, the electric cord for transurethral surgical instruments, and the transurethral desiccator.
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March 31, 2015
Olympus Medical Systems Corp. % Daphne Germain-Kolawole Olympus Corporation of the Americas Regulatory Affairs Project Manager 3500 Corporate Parkway PO Box 610 Center Valley, PA 18034-0610
Re: K141991
Trade/Device Name: Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V (Distal Wireguided) Single Use Sphincterotome V (Distal Wireguided) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.4300 Regulation Name: Endoscopic electrosurgical unit and accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KNS Dated: March 24, 2015 Received: March 26, 2015
Dear Daphne Germain-Kolawole,
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.
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Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
### K141991
Device Name Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided)
Indications for Use (Describe)
These instruments (sphincterotomes and guidewires) have been designed to be used with an Olympus endoscope for papillotomy using high-frequency current. The preloaded guidewire is used for guiding and exchanging endoscopic accessories for billary duct, including but not limited to the common bile, cystic, pancreatic and right and left hepatic ducts.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) SUMMARY
## Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided) Single Use Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided)
July 21, 2014
#### l. General Information
- . Applicant: OLYMPUS MEDICAL SYSTEMS CORP. 2951 Ishikawa-cho, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, Japan 192-8507 Establishment Registration No: 8010047
- . Official Daphney Germain-Kolawole Correspondent: Regulatory Affairs Project Manager Olympus Corporation of the Americas 3500 Corporate Parkway PO Box 610 Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, USA Phone: 484-896-5691 FAX: 484-896-7128 Email: daphney.germain-kolawole@olympus.com
- Manufacturer: 1 Aomori Olympus Co., Ltd. 248-1 Okkonoki 2-chome Kuroishi-shi, Aomori, Japan 036-0357 Establishment Registration No.: 9614641
- . Device Identification Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V(Distal Wirequided)
Single Use Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided)
- . Device Trade Name: Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V(Distal Wirequided)
- Common Name: . Sphincterotome
- . Requlation Number: 876.4300
- . Requlation Name: Endoscopic electrosurgical unit and accessories
- . Regulatory Class: =
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| Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V<br>Single Use Sphincterotome V<br>Olympus Medical Systems, Corp | Traditional 510(k) Notification |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------|
| Classification Panel: | Gastroenterology and urology |
| Product Code: | KNS |
| II. Device Identification | Single Use Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided) |
- Single Use Sphincterotome V(Distal Wirequided) Device Trade Name:
- . Common Name: Sphincterotome
- I Requlation Number: 876.4300
- I Requlation Name: Endoscopic electrosurgical unit and accessories
- Regulatory Class: . ll
ll.
- Classification Panel: Gastroenterology and urology
- . Product Code: KNS
#### . Predicate Device Information
| Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided)<br>Single Use Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided) | | |
|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------|------------|
| Model name | Applicant | 510(k) No. |
| Single Use Preloaded<br>Sphincterotome V | OLYMPUS MEDICAL<br>SYSTEMS CORP. | K122505 |
#### IV. Device Description
<Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V(Distal Wirequided) & Single Use Sphincterotome V(Distal Wirequided)>
The subject devices consist of the papillotomy knife for endoscopic sphincterotomy. The predicate device consists of a closed quidewire lumen, and the subject devices consist of a partially open quidewire lumen. The partially open guidewire lumen is called the C-Channel design, and the exchange operation of the quidewire is added.
The subject Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided) has a preloaded guidewire, and the subject Single Use Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided) does not have a preloaded guidewire. The preloaded guidewire of the subject device is a minor modification of the product from Terumo Corporation that has been cleared via premarket notification, K091417.
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#### V. Indications for Use
<Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided)>
These instruments (sphincterotomes and guidewires) have been designed to be used with an Olympus endoscope for papillotomy using high-frequency current. The preloaded guidewire is used for guiding and exchanging endoscopic accessories for biliary duct, including but not limited to the common bile, cystic, pancreatic and right and left hepatic ducts.
<Single Use Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided)>
These instruments have been designed to be used with an Olympus endoscope and guidewire for papillotomy using high-frequency current.
## VI. Comparison of Technological Characteristics
· Compared to the predicate sphincterotomes, the subject sphincterotomes have two lumens and one C-channel.
· The minor modification of the guidewire does not affect the safety and effectiveness.
## VII. Summary of non-clinical testing
· Performance testing was conducted to demonstrate the basic performance of the subject device and confirmed that the subject device works as intended.
• Risk analysis was carried out in accordance with established in-house acceptance criteria based on ISO 14971:2007. The design verification tests and their acceptance criteria were identified and performed as a result of this risk analysis assessment.
The following standards have been applied to the Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided) & Single Use Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided)
- · IEC 60601-1
- · IEC 60601-1-2
- · IEC 60601-2-2
- · IEC 60601-2-18
- · ISO 10993-1
- · ISO 10993-5
- · ISO 10993-10
- · ISO 10993-11
- ISO 11135-1
- · ISO 14971
- · ASTM F-1980-07
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## VIII. Conclusion
When compared to the predicate device, the Single Use Preloaded Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided) & Single Use Sphincterotome V(Distal Wireguided) do not incorporate any significant changes in intended use, method of operation, material, or design that could affect the safety or effectiveness of the device.
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