K151543 · Micromedics, Inc. (D/B/A Nordson Medical) · FMF · Jul 7, 2015 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K151543
Device Name
Graft Delivery Device with Integrated Stylet
Applicant
Micromedics, Inc. (D/B/A Nordson Medical)
Product Code
FMF · General Hospital
Decision Date
Jul 7, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5860
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The graft preparation and delivery device is intended for the delivery of hydrated allograft, autograft or synthetic bone graft material to an orthopedic surgical site. In addition, it is designed to facilitate the premixing of bone graft materials with fluids such as IV fluids, blood, plasma concentrate, plasma, bone marrow or other specified blood components as deemed necessary by the clinical use requirements.
Device Story
Sterile, single-use, disposable piston syringe system; used in orthopedic surgery for delivery of hydrated bone graft materials (allograft, autograft, synthetic). Device facilitates premixing of graft materials with fluids (IV fluids, blood, plasma, bone marrow). Components include syringe body, plunger with integrated stylet, tapered end cap, funnel, cap plug, and cannula. Operated by surgical staff; device delivers graft material to surgical site via manual plunger actuation. Integrated stylet assists in graft delivery. Benefits include controlled, efficient delivery of bone graft materials to surgical sites.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence based on bench testing, including biocompatibility (ISO 10993), plunger/stylet force, leak testing, mechanical strength of components, and shelf-life/sterilization validation.
Indicated for patients requiring delivery of hydrated allograft, autograft, or synthetic bone graft material to an orthopedic surgical site. No specific age or gender contraindications stated.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A piston syringe is a device intended for medical purposes that consists of a calibrated hollow barrel and a movable plunger. At one end of the barrel there is a male connector (nozzle) for fitting the female connector (hub) of a hypodermic single lumen needle. The device is used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, the body.
Biomet Biologics' CDO™ and Graft Preparation System (K072330)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
July 7, 2015
Micromedics Incorporated Ms. Amy L. Peterson Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist 1270 Eagan Industrial Road, Suite 120 Saint Paul, Minnesota 55121
Re: K151543
Trade/Device Name: Graft Delivery Device with Integrated Stylet Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5860 Regulation Name: Piston syringe Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FMF Dated: June 4, 2015 Received: June 8, 2015
Dear Ms. Peterson:
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.
Jennifer R. Stevenson -S
For Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K151543
#### Device Name
Graft Delivery Device with Integrated Stylet
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The graft preparation and delivery device is intended for the delivery of hydrated allograft, autograft or synthetic bone graft material to an orthopedic surgical site. In addition, it is designed to facilitate the premixing of bone graft materials with fluids such as IV fluids, blood, plasma concentrate, plasma, bone marrow or other specified blood components as deemed necessary by the clinical use requirements.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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| <span style="text-decoration: overline;">X</span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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# Date of Summary Preparation: July 3, 2015
510(k) Applicant/Submitter Micromedics, Inc. d/b/a Nordson Medical 1270 Eagan Industrial Road St. Paul, MN 55121-1385 Tel: 651-452-1977; Fax: 651-452-1787 Establishment Registration #2183425
Contact Person Amy L. Peterson, M.A. Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist Micromedics, Inc. d/b/a Nordson Medical 1270 Eagan Industrial Road St. Paul, MN 55121-1385 Tel: 651-405-2182; Fax: 651-452-1787
| General Information | | | |
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| Trade Name | Graft Delivery Device with<br>Integrated Stylet | Common Name | Graft Delivery Device |
| Classification<br>Information | Syringe, Piston<br>per 21 CFR 880.5860 (Class II) | Product Code | FMF |
| | | Panel | General Hospital |
| Predicate<br>Devices | Micromedics Inc's Graft Delivery System, K100754, cleared June 9, 2010<br>Biomet Biologics' CDO™ and Graft Preparation System, K072330, cleared<br>December 6, 2007 | | |
## Device Description
The Graft Delivery Device with Integrated Stylet is a sterile, single-use, disposable device intended for the delivery of hydrated allograft, autograft or synthetic bone graft material to an orthopedic surgical site. In addition, it is designed to facilitate the premixing of bone graft materials with fluids such as IV fluids, blood, plasma concentrate, platelet rich plasma, bone marrow or other specified blood components as deemed necessary by the clinical use requirements.
The Graft Delivery Device with Integrated Stylet consists of a syringe body, plunger with integrated stylet, tapered end cap, funnel, cap plug, and cannula. Hydration components (hydration tube or hydration adapter) are present in some configurations. Components are made of one or more of the following materials: acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), polycarbonate, polypropylene, self-lubricating silicone, and 304 Stainless Steel.
The device is packaged in a thermoformed tray with a Tyvek Iid. Each tray is then packaged in a labeled individual poly/Tyvek pouch. Five (5) pouched trays are then put into a shelf box and then a cardboard shipper box. Like the graft delivery device from K100754, the Graft Delivery Device with Integrated Stylet is sterilized using ethylene oxide.
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## Intended Use / Indications
The graft preparation and delivery device is intended for the delivery of hydrated allograft, autograft or synthetic bone graft material to an orthopedic surgical site. In addition, it is designed to facilitate the premixing of bone graft materials with fluids such as IV fluids, blood, plasma concentrate, platelet rich plasma, bone marrow or other specified blood components as deemed necessary by the clinical use requirements.
## Substantial Equivalence Comparison
The Graft Delivery Device with Integrated Stylet is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in the following characteristics:
- Operational mode
- Basic Scientific Technology .
- . Intended Use
- General physical characteristics .
## Summary of Non-Clinical Performance Data
The Graft Delivery Device with Integrated Stylet was evaluated through design verification and biocompatibility testing. Biocompatibility testing performed in accordance with ISO 10993 -Biological evaluation of medical devices, Part 1 – Evaluation and tests (2009) show the device is considered safe for use for its intended biocontact. Non-clinical testing included the tests listed below and showed the test articles met the pre-defined acceptance criteria, therefore demonstrating the mechanical integrity and suitability of the device for its intended use and over the labeled shelf life.
Testing was conducted for the following:
- Plunger Force ●
- Stylet Force ●
- Closed System Leak ●
- Vented System
- Secondary Thumb Tab Force
- Cannula Atraumatic Tip ●
- Dimensional Testing ●
- Cap Plug/Tapered End Cap/Syringe Finger Flange Strength
- . Plunger Thumb Pad Strength
- Cannula/Tapered End Cap Strength ●
- . Hydration Adapter/Tapered End Cap Strength
- Hydration Tube/Tapered End Cap Strength ●
- Stylet Torque ●
- . Stylet Buckling
- Hydration Tube Strength ●
- Sterilization ●
- Shelf life ●
- Packaging .
- Summary of Clinical Performance Data
None provided as a basis for substantial equivalence.
## Substantial Equivalence Conclusion
As evidenced by the successful completion of non-clinical performance testing, the Graft Delivery Device with Integrated Stylet does not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness when compared to the predicate devices and is, therefore, substantially equivalent.
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