K153469 · L&Z Us, Inc. · LJS · Sep 1, 2016 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K153469
Device Name
Cathtong I PICC Catheter
Applicant
L&Z Us, Inc.
Product Code
LJS · General Hospital
Decision Date
Sep 1, 2016
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5970
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter is intended for short or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for infusion, intravenous therapy, blood sampling, power injection of contrast media, the administration of fluids, medications and nutrients, and allows for central venous pressure monitoring. The maximum recommended infusion rate is 1mL/sec for 3F and 3.5mL/sec for 4F single-lumen catheters. The maximum pressure of power injection with the CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter may not exceed 325 psi. The CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter is indicated for adult patients.
Device Story
Radiopaque polyurethane PICC catheter; 55 cm length; 3F or 4F single-lumen configurations. Used for peripheral access to central venous system; enables infusion, IV therapy, blood sampling, power injection of contrast media (max 325 psi), and central venous pressure monitoring. Implanted by clinicians using Seldinger or modified Seldinger technique; kit includes guidewire, dilator, introducer needle, and other procedural accessories. Device provides venous access for fluid/medication administration; supports clinical decision-making by facilitating reliable vascular access and monitoring. Benefits include reduced need for repeated venipuncture and reliable delivery of therapies.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Testing included flexural fatigue, tensile force, leakage, flow rate, power injection burst pressure, radiopacity, biocompatibility (ISO 10993 series: cytotoxicity, irritation, sensitization, systemic toxicity, hemocompatibility, thrombogenicity), and sterilization validation.
Technological Characteristics
Radiopaque polyurethane (Carbothane) catheter; 55 cm length; 3F/4F single-lumen; standard tapered design. Sterilized via ethylene oxide (ISO 11135-1). Complies with ISO 10551-1/3, ISO 594-1/2 (Luer tapers), and ISO 10993 series. Standalone device.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients requiring short or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for infusion, IV therapy, blood sampling, power injection of contrast media, administration of fluids/medications/nutrients, and central venous pressure monitoring.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A percutaneous, implanted, long-term intravascular catheter is a device that consists of a slender tube and any necessary connecting fittings, such as luer hubs, and accessories that facilitate the placement of the device. The device allows for repeated access to the vascular system for long-term use of 30 days or more, and it is intended for administration of fluids, medications, and nutrients; the sampling of blood; and monitoring blood pressure and temperature. The device may be constructed of metal, rubber, plastic, composite materials, or any combination of these materials and may be of single or multiple lumen design.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls) Guidance Document: “Guidance on Premarket Notification [510(k)] Submission for Short-Term and Long-Term Intravascular Catheters.”
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
September 1, 2016
L&Z US, Inc. Ms. Jenella Coutts Director of Regulatory Affairs 6 Horizon Road, #2301 Fort Lee. New Jersey 07024
Re: K153469
Trade/Device Name: CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5970 Regulation Name: Percutaneous, Implanted, Long-Term Intravascular Catheter Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LJS Dated: July 29, 2016 Received: August 3. 2016
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Enclosure
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#### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K153469
Device Name CATHTONGTM I PICC Catheter
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter is intended for short or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for infusion, intravenous therapy, blood sampling, power injection of contrast media, the administration of fluids, medications and nutrients, and allows for central venous pressure monitoring. The maximum recommended infusion rate is ImL/sec for 3F and 3.5mL/sec for 4F single-lumen catheters. The maximum pressure of power injection with the CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter may not exceed 325 psi. The CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter is indicated for adult patients.
Catheter Size Maximum Flow Rate Injection Limit Setting 3 Fr Single Lumen 1 ml/sec 325 psi
4 Fr Single Lumen 3.5 ml/sec 325 psi
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
| Submitter Information: | L&Z US, Inc.<br>6 Horizon Road, #2301<br>Fort Lee, NJ 07024 |
|------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Person: | Jenella Coutts<br>Director of Regulatory Affairs |
| Email Address: | jcoutts@lingzeus.com |
| Phone Number: | (718) 601-0889 ext. 1 |
| Fax Number: | (718) 228-2441 |
| Date of Submission: | August 31, 2016 |
| Trade Name: | CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter |
| Common Name: | Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 880.5970 |
| Regulation Name: | Percutaneous, implanted, long-term intravascular catheter |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Product Code: | LJS |
| Classification Panel: | General Hospital |
| Primary Predicate: | NMI PICC IV<br>Common Name: Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC)<br>Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5970<br>Regulation Name: Percutaneous, implanted, long-term<br>intravascular catheter<br>Regulatory Class: II<br>Product Code: LJS<br>Classification Panel: General Hospital<br>510(K) #: K140266<br>Manufacturer: Navilyst Medical, Inc. |
# Device Description:
CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheters are radiopaque polyurethane-based peripherally inserted central venous catheters for short or long-term use. The CATHTONG™ I PICC
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Catheters are 55 cm in length with markings in 5 cm increments and available in 3 Fr and 4 Fr single lumen. The catheter is packaged as a kit with accessories necessary for implantation of a PICC catheter using a Seldinger or modified Seldinger technique.
### Intended Use/Indications for Use:
The CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter is intended for short or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for infusion, intravenous therapy, blood sampling, power injection of contrast media, the administration of fluids, medications and nutrients, and allows for central venous pressure monitoring. The maximum recommended infusion rate is 1mL/sec for 3F and 3.5mL/sec for 4F single-lumen catheters. The maximum pressure of power injection with the CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter may not exceed 325 psi. The CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter is indicated for adult patients.
| Catheter Size | Maximum Flow Rate | Injection Limit Setting |
|-------------------|-------------------|-------------------------|
| 3 Fr Single Lumen | 1 mL/sec | 325 psi |
| 4 Fr Single Lumen | 3.5 mL/sec | 325 psi |
Table E-1 Device comparisons table
| Characteristics | Subject Device: | Primary Predicate : |
|---------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter | NMI PICC IV<br>K140266<br>SE 03.05.2014 |
| Indications for Use<br>Statement | The CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter is<br>intended for short or long-term<br>peripheral access to the central venous<br>system for infusion, intravenous<br>therapy, blood sampling, power<br>injection of contrast media, the<br>administration of fluids, medications<br>and nutrients, and allows for central<br>venous pressure monitoring. The<br>maximum recommended infusion rate is<br>1mL/sec for 3F and 3.5mL/sec for 4F<br>single-lumen catheters. The maximum<br>pressure of power injection with the<br>CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter may<br>not exceed 325 psi. The<br>CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter is<br>indicated for adult patients.<br><br>Catheter Size: 3 Fr Single Lumen<br>Maximum Flow Rate 1 mL/sec,<br>Injection Limit Setting 325 psi.<br><br>Catheter Size 4 Fr Single Lumen,<br>Maximum Flow Rate 3.5 mL/sec,<br>Injection Limit Setting 325 psi. | The NMI PICC IV is indicated for short<br>or long-term peripheral access to the<br>central venous system for intravenous<br>therapy, including but not limited to, the<br>administration of fluids, medications<br>and nutrients, the sampling of blood, for<br>central venous pressure monitoring and<br>for power injection of contrast media.<br>The maximum recommended flow rate<br>is 1mL/sec for 3F and 3.5mL/sec for 4F.<br>The maximum pressure of injection<br>with the NMI IV PICC catheter may not<br>exceed 325 psi. |
| Dwell Time | Short or long-term (Less than or greater<br>than 30 days) | Short or long-term (Less than or greater<br>than 30 days) |
| Regulation | 21CFR880.5970 Percutaneous,<br>implanted, long-term intravascular<br>catheter | Same |
| Product Code | LJS | LJS |
| Target Population | Adults | Adults |
| Catheter Materials | Radiopaque polyurethane (Carbothane) | Radiopaque polyurethane |
| Length | 55 cm (3F), 55cm (4F) | 55 cm (3F), 55cm(4F) |
| # Lumens and catheter size | One (3F, 4F) | One (3F, 4F, 5F), Two (5F, 6F), Three<br>(6F) |
| Markings | Every 5 cm | Every 5 cm |
| Catheter Design | Standard tapered catheter | Reverse tapered catheter |
| Contrast Injectables | Yes | Yes |
| Supplied Sterile<br>(Sterilization Method) | Provided sterile using EO sterilization<br>Method | Provided sterile using EO sterilization<br>Method |
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| Labeling Shelf-Life | 16 Months | 6 Months |
| Accessories in Package | Guidewire Straight Tip, Guidewire,<br>Multi Compartment Tray, Micro Access<br>with Dilator, Introducer Needle, Needle<br>Receptacle, Safety Scalpel, Syringe,<br>Scissors, Instructions For Use,<br>SorbaView® Ultimate Dressing,<br>Universal Tape Strip, Wingguard®<br>Xtra, Tape Measure, Fenestrated Drape | "Available kitted with a range of<br>procedural accessories for user<br>convenience" |
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| Maximum recommended<br>infusion rating for power<br>injection | 3F SL: 1mL/sec<br>4F SL: 3.5mL/sec | 3F SL: 1mL/sec<br>4F SL: 3.5mL/sec |
| Injection Pressure Limit<br>Setting | 325 psi | 325 psi |
| | | |
| Available performance data<br>to support SE determination | Yes | Yes |
| | | |
| Special labeling performance<br>claim | None | "Demonstrate resistance to blood<br>components (platelet and thrombus)<br>accumulation" |
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# Similarity to the Predicate
The proposed device, CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter, has the same intended use, intended function, catheter length, maximum recommended infusion rating, pressure limit for power injection of contrast media and are also made of the same materials as the primary predicate device, NMI PICC IV. They both are intended for short or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for infusion, intravenous therapy, blood sampling, power injection of contrast media, and allow for central venous pressure monitoring in adult patients. There are no changes in the fundamental clinical indications for both PICC catheters. There are no
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additional contra-indications or warnings. Both devices are sterilized by ethylene oxide with acceptable low EO residues.
#### Difference to the Predicate
The only differences between the proposed device and the predicate are the number of the lumen, the catheter size, the taper design, the accessories in the kit package, and special functional performance claim. The proposed device has only one single lumen configuration with 3F and 4F sizes, while the predicate device has single, double and triple lumen configurations with 3F, 4F, 5F and 6F sizes. The proposed device and the predicate do differ in that the predicate has a reverse tapered catheter design while the proposed device is the standard tapered design. However, upon testing both proposed and the predicate devices maintained identical maximum flow rates, therefore this different design feature does not dispute equivalence. In terms of kit package content, the proposed PICC device contains Guidewire Straight Tip, Guidewire, Multi Compartment Tray, Micro Access with Dilator, Introducer Needle, Needle Receptacle, Safety Scalpel, Syringe, Scissors, Instructions For Use, SorbaView® Ultimate Dressing, Universal Tape Strip, Wingguard® Xtra, Tape Measure, Fenestrated Drape in its kit package, while the predicate contains "a range of procedural accessories for user convenience". In addition, the predicate device makes "resistance to blood components (platelet and thrombus) accumulation" labeling claim, while the proposed device does not make any functional performance claim.
#### Non-clinical Testing:
- . Flexural fatigue and flexibility
- . Peak tensile force
- Liquid leakage under pressure .
- . Air leakage
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- Flow rate ●
- Power injection - Burst pressure
- Power injection Flow rate ●
- Catheter collapse
- Radiopacity
- Gauging
- Irritation/Intracutaneous Reactivity ●
- Cytotoxicity Test (MEM Elution) ●
- Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT)
- Material Mediated Pyrogen Test ●
- Kligman Maximization Test
- Intramuscular Implantation Test 13 ● Week Implantation
- 28-Day Systemic Toxicity in Rats via Intramuscular Implantation
- Systemic Injection Test ●
- Liquid Leakage ●
- Separation Force ●
- Unscrewing Torque ●
- Ease of Assembly
- Resistance to Overriding .
- Stress Cracking .
- Salmonella Typhirmurium and ● Escherichia Coli Reverse Mutation Assay
- C3A and SCB-9 Complement . Activation Test (Direct Contact)
- Rabbit Blood Hemolysis Test .
- Thrombogenicity Study in Swine .
- Mouse Lymphoma Mutagenesis ● Assay with Confirmation
- . Rodent Blood Micronucleus Assay
- LAL Testing for Pyrogenicity ●
### Standards:
ISO 10551 -1:2013 Sterile, single-use intravascular catheters Part 1: General Requirements ISO 10551 -3: 2013 Sterile, single-use intravascular catheters Part 3: Central venous catheters ISO 594-1: 1986 Conical Fittings with a 6% (Luer) Taper for Syringes, Needles and Certain Other Medical Equipment Part 1: General Requirements.
ISO 594-2: 1998 Conical Fittings with a 6% (Luer) Taper for Syringes, Needles and Certain Other Medical Equipment Part 2: Lock Fittings
FDA's "Guidance on Premarket Notification [510(k)] Submissions for Short-term and Long-term Intravascular Catheters, dated March 16, 1995.
ISO 10993-3, 2014 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices- Part 3: Tests for Genotoxicity, Carcinogenicity, and Reproductive Toxicity
ISO/TR 10993-33, 2015 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices- Part 33: Guidance on Tests to Evaluate Genotoxicity - Supplement to ISO 10993-3
ISO 10993-4, 2006 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 4: Selection of Tests for Interactions with Blood, as amended 2006
ISO 10993-5:2009 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 5; Tests for In Vitro Cytotoxicity
ISO 10993-6, 2007 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 6: Tests for Local Effects after Implantation
ISO 10993-10:2010 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 10: Tests for Irritation and Skin Sensitization
ISO 10993-11:2006 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 11: Tests for Systemic Toxicity
ISO 11135-1:2007 Sterilization of health care products – Ethylene oxide Part 1 Requirements for development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices
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### Substantial Equivalence Rationale:
#### Intended Use
The intended use of the proposed device, CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter, is identical to the primary predicate, NMI PICC IV (K140266). There are no changes in the fundamental clinical indications. There are no additional contraindications or warnings.
### Design and Technological Characteristics
The CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter has the same catheter material (polyurethane), dimensions, configuration, and device properties as the predicate. The only minor design difference is the standard tapered catheter design for the proposed device versus reverse tapered catheter design for the predicate. However, this does not impact the effectiveness or safety of the proposed device as upon testing both devices safely maintained identical maximum flow rates.
# Non-clinical Test Results
The non-clinical test results in this submission demonstrate that CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter meets the expected performance requirements for a PICC device, and is therefore substantially equivalent to the predicate relative to safety and mechanical properties as a PICC.
### Conclusion
Based upon the indications for use, technological characteristics, and non-clinical testing the CATHTONG™ I PICC Catheter has demonstrated to be Substantially Equivalent to the predicate device, NMI PICC IV (K140266).
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