The True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter is indicated for balloon aortic valvuloplasty.
Device Story
True Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter is an over-the-wire co-axial catheter with a fixed balloon at the tip; designed for balloon aortic valvuloplasty. Device features a central orifice allowing hemodynamic flow through the balloon while inflated. Input includes radiopaque contrast media delivered via syringe inflation device to inflate the non-compliant balloon. Three radiopaque markers facilitate fluoroscopic positioning across the aortic valve. Used in clinical settings by physicians; catheter is 110 cm long with two lumens (one for inflation/deflation, one for guidewire). Output is the mechanical dilation of the aortic valve. Benefits include maintaining hemodynamic flow during the procedure, potentially reducing risks associated with transient flow obstruction. Performance verified through extensive in vitro testing including trackability, inflation/deflation time, and radial force.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Performance evaluated via in vitro testing including dimensional, mechanical (tensile, burst, fatigue, trackability), and biocompatibility (MEM elution, Kligman, systemic/intracutaneous injection, pyrogen, hemolysis, complement activation, prothrombin time, and thrombogenicity) assays. All tests met predetermined acceptance criteria.
Technological Characteristics
Over-the-wire co-axial catheter; 110 cm length; 18F introducer compatibility. Non-compliant balloon with central orifice for perfusion. Three radiopaque marker bands. Materials include catheter colorant and specific hub/bond materials. Sterilization method same as predicate. Connectivity: None (mechanical device).
Indications for Use
Indicated for balloon aortic valvuloplasty in patients requiring this procedure.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A balloon aortic valvuloplasty catheter is a catheter with a balloon at the distal end of the shaft, which is intended to treat stenosis in the aortic valve when the balloon is expanded.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) The device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(2) Sterility and shelf life testing must demonstrate the sterility of patient-contacting components and the shelf life of these components.
(3) Non-clinical performance evaluation must demonstrate that the device performs as intended under anticipated conditions of use, including device delivery, inflation, deflation, and removal.
(4) In vivo evaluation of the device must demonstrate device performance, including the ability of the device to treat aortic stenosis.
(5) Labeling must include a detailed summary of the device-related and procedure-related complications pertinent to the use of the device.
In combination with the general controls of the FD&C Act, the NuMED NuCLEUS and NuCLEUS-X BAV Catheters are subject to the following special controls:
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### April 17, 2015
C.R. Bard, Inc. Aaron Conovaloff Regulatory Affairs Associate 1625 West 3rd St. Tempe, Arizona 85281-1740
Re: K142083
Trade/Device Name: True Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1255 Regulation Name: Balloon Aortic Valvuloplasty Catheter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OZT Dated: March 3, 2015 Received: March 4, 2015
Dear Aaron Conovaloff.
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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
Device Name
True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter is indicated for balloon aortic valvuloplasty.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
2 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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#### True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter
#### 510(k) Summary 21 CFR 807.92
As required by the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990, coded under Section 513, Part (I)(3)(A) of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, a 510(k) summary upon which substantial equivalence determination is based is as follows:
#### Submitter Information:
| Applicant: | Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc<br>1625 West 3rd Street<br>Tempe, Arizona 85281 |
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| Phone: | 480-350-6012 |
| Fax: | 480-449-2546 |
| Contact: | Aaron Conovaloff, Regulatory Affairs Associate |
| Date: | August 14, 2014 |
#### Subject Device Name:
| Device Trade Name: | True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion<br>Catheter |
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| Common or Usual Name: | Balloon Aortic Valvuloplasty/Percutaneous<br>Catheter (21 CFR 870.1255, Product Code<br>OZT) |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Classification Panel: | Cardiovascular |
#### Predicate Device:
- . True Dilatation™ Balloon Valvuloplasty Catheter (K133569; cleared December 20, 2013)
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#### Summary of Change:
The modifications from the predicate device, the True Dilatation™ Balloon Valvuloplasty Catheter, to the subject device, the True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter, include balloon design, balloon materials, catheter colorant, contraindications, and performance characteristics.
#### Device Description:
The True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter is an over-the-wire co-axial catheter with a balloon fixed at the tip. The balloon enables hemodynamic flow through its central orifice. The catheter is 110 cm long and has two lumens: one lumen is used to inflate and deflate the balloon and the other permits the use of a guidewire to position the catheter. The balloon inflation luer-lock hub (angled) connects to a syringe inflation device to deliver radiopaque contrast media for inflation. The quidewire luer-lock hub (straight) connects to the guidewire lumen. The balloon is non-compliant and is designed to reach a known diameter and length when inflated within the specified pressure range. Three radiopaque markers are embedded in the balloon wall. These bands are positioned at the proximal and distal balloon shoulders, and in the middle. These bands are provided for fluoroscopic positioning of the device across the aortic valve. Balloon catheter dimensions, nominal pressure, maximum inflation pressure, recommended introducer size, and maximum guidewire size are indicated on the package label.
| Attribute | True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion<br>Catheter<br>Product Offering |
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| Balloon Diameter<br>(mm) | 24 |
| Balloon Length<br>(cm) | 3.5 |
| Catheter Shaft<br>Length (cm) | 110 |
| Introducer Sheath<br>Compatibility | 18F |
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#### Indications for Use of Device:
The True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter is indicated for balloon aortic valvuloplasty.
### Comparison of Indications for Use to Predicate Device:
The indications for use statement for the True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter does not raise any new issues of safety and effectiveness as demonstrated through the risk analysis process based on the proposed indications for use statement as compared to the predicate devices. Therefore, the subject device, the True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter, is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
### Technological Comparison to Predicate Device:
The True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter has the following similarities to the predicate device, the True Dilatation™ Balloon Valvuloplasty Catheter (clearance to market via K133569 on December 20, 2014):
- . Same intended use
- . Same indications for use
- Same target population .
- . Same operating principle
- . Same fundamental scientific technology
- . Same sterility assurance level and method of sterilization
The True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter incorporates the following new technological features as compared to the predicate device:
- . Change in balloon design and materials to allow hemodynamic flow through the balloon while inflated
- . Change in marker band materials and positions
- . Change in catheter shaft color
- Change in balloon proximal bond ●
- Change in hub bonding materials .
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- . Change in strain relief design
- Addition of packaging component ●
### Performance Data:
To demonstrate substantial equivalence of the subject device to the predicate device, its technological characteristics and performance criteria were evaluated. Using FDA Guidance Documents on non-clinical testing of medical devices and internal Risk Assessment procedures, the following in vitro tests were performed on the subject device:
- . Dimensional Testing
- Marker Band Alignment .
- Dye Penetration ●
- Visual Inspection of Product .
- Visual Inspection of Sterile Barrier Packaging Heat Seals
- Tip Morphology .
- . Trackability
- Sheath Compatibility ●
- Media Interaction
- Luer Interface ●
- Hub Stress .
- Inflation/Deflation Time ●
- . Fatigue to Failure
- . Tip to Balloon Tensile
- Balloon Burst ●
- Catheter Leak ●
- Failure Mode
- Shaft Burst ●
- Catheter Elongation ●
- Hub to Shaft Tensile .
- . Balloon to Shaft Tensile
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- . Radiopacity
- Balloon Distensibility ●
- Perfusion Test
- . Radial Force Test
- MEM Elution Test ●
- Kligman Maximization Test ●
- Intracutaneous Injection Test ●
- . Systemic Injection Test
- Rabbit Pyrogen Test ●
- Hemolysis Rabbit Blood Contact .
- . Complement Activation Test
- Prothrombin Time Assay ●
- In Vitro Thrombogenicity .
- In Vivo Thrombogenicity .
The following in vitro test was leveraged from the predicate True Dilatation™ device:
- . Pouch Tensile
The results from these tests demonstrate that the technological characteristics and performance criteria of the True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter are substantially equivalent to the predicate device, and that it can perform in a manner equivalent to devices currently on the market for the same intended use.
## Conclusions:
The subject device, the True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter, met all predetermined acceptance criteria of design verification and validation as specified by applicable standards, guidance, test protocols and/or customer inputs. The True™ Flow Valvuloplasty Perfusion Catheter is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate device, the True Dilatation™ Balloon Valvuloplasty Catheter.
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