K142673 · Medtronic, Inc. · DWF · Nov 18, 2014 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K142673
Device Name
Bio-Medicus Adult Cannulae and Introducer
Applicant
Medtronic, Inc.
Product Code
DWF · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Nov 18, 2014
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.4210
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
These devices are to be used by a trained physician only. Cannulae are used to cannulate vessels, perfuse vessels or organs, and/or connect with accessory extracorporeal equipment. The cannula introducer is intended to facilitate proper insertion and placement of the appropriately-sized cannula within the vessel for cardiopulmonary bypass. The Bio-Medicus™ cannula (18-cm [7.09in] tip length models) may be used in either the femoral position as an arterial delivery cannula or in the jugular position as a venous return cannula. This product is intended for use up to 6 hours.
Device Story
Device consists of polyurethane wirewound cannulae with multiport distal tips and non-phthalate PVC introducers; used for cardiopulmonary bypass. Cannulae facilitate vessel cannulation, organ perfusion, and connection to extracorporeal circuits. Introducers provide elongated taper for vessel dilation and placement. Features include radiopaque repositionable suture rings, insertion depth marks, and securement clips. Large venous models include tubing adapters for circuit compatibility. Used in clinical settings (e.g., OR) by trained physicians. Provides physical conduit for blood flow; output is the established extracorporeal circuit connection. Benefits include facilitated insertion, improved vessel access, and securement during bypass procedures up to 6 hours.
Clinical Evidence
No human clinical data. Evidence based on pre-clinical bench testing and animal studies. Bench testing included blood trauma, sterilization, biocompatibility, packaging, pressure drop, cannula life, and securement clip testing. Results demonstrated performance equivalent or superior to predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Polyurethane wirewound cannula body; stainless steel wirewinding/reinforced baskets (venous); non-phthalate PVC introducer; polycarbonate/PVC connectors; silicone hemostasis cap. Radiopaque suture ring. Sterile, nonpyrogenic, single-use. Dimensions: 12.5-in to 30-in lengths. Mechanical device; no software or energy source.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring cardiopulmonary bypass; used by trained physicians to cannulate vessels, perfuse vessels/organs, or connect to extracorporeal equipment. Contraindicated in patients with severe peripheral atherosclerosis or severe arterial dissection.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A cardiopulmonary bypass vascular catheter, cannula, or tubing is a device used in cardiopulmonary surgery to cannulate the vessels, perfuse the coronary arteries, and to interconnect the catheters and cannulas with an oxygenator. The device includes accessory bypass equipment.
Predicate Devices
Medtronic Bio-Medicus Femoral Cannula and Introducer (K884129)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
November 18, 2014
Medtronic, Inc. Bruce Backlund Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist 8200 Coral Sea St. NE Mounds View, Minnesota 55112
Re: K142673
Trade/Device Name: Bio-Medicus Adult Cannulae and Introducer Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.4210 Regulation Name: Cardiopulmonary Bypass Vascular Catheter, Cannula, or Tubing Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DWF Dated: September 17, 2014 Received: September 19, 2014
Dear Mr. Backlund.
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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Sincerely yours,
M.A. Hillebrenner
for
for 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)
#### K142673
Device Name Bio-Medicus Adult Cannula and Introducer
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
These devices are to be used by a trained physician only. Cannulate vessels, perfuse vessels or organs, and/or connect with accessory extracorporeal equipment. The cannula introducer is intended to faciliate proper insertion and placement of the appropriately-sized cannula within the vessel for cardiopulmonary bypass. The Bio-Medicus" cannula (18-cm [7.09-in] tip length models) may be used in either the femoral position as an arterial delivery cannula or in the jugular position as a venous return cannula. This product is intended for use up to 6 hours.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
■ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
□ Over-The-Counter Use (21CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
| Date Prepared: | September 17, 2014 |
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| Applicant: | Medtronic, Inc.<br>Medtronic Perfusion Systems<br>7611 Northland Drive<br>Minneapolis, MN 55428<br>Establish Registration Number: 2184009 |
| Contact Person: | Bruce Backlund<br>Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>Phone: (763) 526-2357<br>Fax:<br>(763) 367-8361<br>E-mail:bruce.j.backlund@medtronic.com |
| Trade Name:<br>Common Name:<br>Classification Name: | Bio-Medicus™ Adult Cannulae and Introducer<br>Cardiopulmonary bypass vascular catheter, cannula, or tubing<br>Catheter, Cannula and Tubing, Vascular, Cardiopulmonary<br>Bypass |
| Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 870.4210 |
| Product Code: | DWF |
| Name of Predicate Devices: | Medtronic Bio-Medicus Femoral Cannula and Introducer<br>(K884129) |
Avalon Elite Bi-Caval Dual Lumen Catheter (K081820).
## Device Description:
The adult venous and arterial cannulae consist of a polyurethane wirewound body with a multiport distal tip. The adult venous cannula also has a multi-port body built with stainless steel wirewinding and reinforced baskets. All adult arterial cannulae come with a vented 3/8-in vented connector and all of the adult venous come with a non-vented 3/8-in connector. The overall length of the cannulae is 12.5-in for the adult arterial/jugular and 25.6-in, 26.5-in and 30in for the adult venous. The Adult cannulae come with a repositionable suture ring that is radiopaque. Insertion depth marks aid in positioning the cannula.
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The one-piece non-phthalate PVC introducers included with these cannulae have an elongated taper for dilation over a longer distance.
The Adult Cannula and Introducer package contains a securement clip which can be used near the insertion site for securement of the cannula body which aides in securement as well as an aide for physician organization. The large venous models (Sizes 23 - 29 Fr) also contain a 3/8-in x ½-in tubing adapter with an attached length of 3/8-in tubing to allow connection to a ½-in cardio pulmonary bypass circuit.
Sterile, nonpyrogenic, single use.
# Intended Use:
These devices are to be used by a trained physician only. Cannulae are used to cannulate vessels, perfuse vessels or organs, and/or connect with accessory extracorporeal equipment. The cannula introducer is intended to facilitate proper insertion and placement of the appropriately-sized cannula within the vessel for cardiopulmonary bypass. The Bio-Medicus™ cannula (18-cm [7.09in] tip length models) may be used in either the femoral position as an arterial delivery cannula or in the jugular position as a venous return cannula. This product is intended for use up to 6 hours.
# Contraindications:
Alone, the cannula and introducer are not medical treatment devices. The cannula introducer is only to be use with the appropriately-sized Bio-Medicus cannula. These devices are not intended for use, except as indicated above. Do not use if the patient has severe peripheral atherosclerosis or severe arterial dissection.
# Comparison to Predicate Devices:
A comparison of the Medtronic Bio-Medicus Adult Arterial and Venous Cannulae to the predicate device indicates the following similarities:
- . Same intended use
- Same technological characteristics
- . Same operating principle
- . Similar design features, exceptions include improved transition between the introducer body and cannula tip to increase ease of cannula insertion, venous models include additional drainage opening along the cannula body, reduction in the overall cannula body length within the non-wirewound section and added a radiopaque suture ring.
- . Similar materials, exceptions include the introducer material which has changed from Polyurethane to Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), connector material from Polycarbonate to PVC and hemostasis cap material from Styrene to Silicone.
- . Same shelf life
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### Summary of Performance Data
Pre-clinical bench testing was used to verify the performance characteristics of this device. Animal testing was also completed to establish substantial equivalence with the predicate devices.
The following performance tests were conducted:
- . Blood Trauma Testing
- . Sterilization Testing
- Biocompatibility Testing .
- Packaging Testing ●
- Pressure Drop Testing .
- . Cannula Life Testing
- Cannula and Introducer Testing ●
- Cannula Testing ●
- Introducer Testing ●
- Securement Clip Testing .
#### Conclusion:
The primary predicate device, Bio-Medicus™ Percutaneous Cannula & Introducer Set, was used to compare the fundamental technological characteristics of the proposed Bio-Medicus Adult Cannula and Introducer. When comparative testing was completed, the proposed Bio-Medicus Adult Cannulae and Introducer performed as well or better than the legally marketed devices.
The data included in this submission is sufficient to provide reasonable assurance that the proposed Bio-Medicus Adult Arterial and Venous Cannulae are substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate devices, Bio-Medicus Percutaneous Cannula and Introducer Set (K884129) and Avalon Elite Bi-Caval Dual Lumen Catheter (K081820).
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