Published clinical literature (Bolger et al., 2007: Safety and outcomes of balloon catheter sinusotomy)
The sponsor used a literature-based clinical cohort as a control group to compare the patency rates of the Vent-Os Sinus Dilation family against established clinical outcomes for balloon catheter sinusotomy.
Literature control; Clinical outcomes; Chronic rhinosinusitis; Sinus ostia patency
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
Bolger et al., 2007: Safety and outcomes of balloon catheter sinusotomy; Multicenter analysis; Follow-up/Duration: 24-week analysis
Sinus ostia patency (Frontal recess and Sphenoid sinus ostium)
Indications for Use
SinuSys Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family is intended to provide a means to access the sinus ostia and associated spaces in adults for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Device Story
Vent-Os Sinus Dilation family consists of osmotically driven dilation devices preloaded on placement instruments. Physician inserts placement instrument through nasal passageway to access target sinus ostia (maxillary, frontal, or sphenoid). Dilation device expands via osmotic pressure to remodel target tissues; device is subsequently removed. Used in clinical settings by physicians for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis. Provides mechanical dilation of sinus spaces to improve patency; benefits include successful access and dilation of targeted sinus ostia.
Clinical Evidence
Multi-center, prospective, single-arm, non-randomized clinical trial (N=30) evaluated safety and effectiveness for frontal recess and sphenoid sinus dilation. Primary endpoint: ostial patency. Results: 33/33 frontal recesses and 15/15 sphenoid ostia successfully treated. At 3 months, 93% (28/30) of frontal recesses and 67% (10/15) of sphenoid ostia were patent. Results were comparable to literature control (Bolger et al.).
Technological Characteristics
Osmotically driven dilation device; placement instrument for delivery. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10. Sterilization via radiation per ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137-2 (SAL 10^-6).
Indications for Use
Indicated for dilation of the maxillary sinus, frontal recess, and sphenoid sinus ostia and associated spaces in adults.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ear, nose, and throat manual surgical instrument is one of a variety of devices intended for use in surgical procedures to examine or treat the bronchus, esophagus, trachea, larynx, pharynx, nasal and paranasal sinus, or ear. This generic type of device includes the esophageal dilator; tracheal bistour (a long, narrow surgical knife); tracheal dilator; tracheal hook; laryngeal injection set; laryngeal knife; laryngeal saw; laryngeal trocar; laryngectomy tube; adenoid curette; adenotome; metal tongue depressor; mouth gag; oral screw; salpingeal curette; tonsillectome; tonsil guillotine; tonsil screw; tonsil snare; tonsil suction tube; tonsil suturing hook; antom reforator; ethmoid curette; frontal sinus-rasp; nasal curette; nasal rasp; nasal rongeur; nasal saw; nasal scissors; nasal snare; sinus irrigator; sinus trephine; ear curette; ear excavator; ear rasp; ear scissor, ear snare; ear spoon; ear suction tube; malleous ripper; mastoid gauge; microsurgical ear chisel; myringotomy tube inserter; ossici holding clamp; sacculotomy tack inserter; vein press; wire ear loop; microrule; mirror; mobilizer; ear, nose, and throat punch; ear, nose and throat knife; and ear, nose, and throat trocar.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
June 29, 2016
SinuSys Corporation Mr. Lloyd Griese Vice President, Quality and Regulatory 2468 Embarcadero Wav Palo Alto, CA 94303
Re: K160770
Trade/Device Name: Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation Family Regulation Number: 21 CFR 874.4420 Regulation Name: Ear, Nose, And Throat Manual Surgical Instrument Regulatory Class: Class I Product Code: LRC Dated: May 31, 2016 Received: June 1, 2016
Dear Mr. Griese:
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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for Malvina B. Eydelman, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K160770
Device Name Vent-Os Sinus Dilation Family
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
SinuSys Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family is intended to provide a means to access the sinus ostia and associated spaces in adults for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- The Vent-Os Maxillary Dilation System is indicated for dilation of Maxillary sinus and associated spaces.
- · The Vent-Os Frontal Dilation System is indicated for dilation of the Frontal recess and associated spaces.
- · The Vent-Os Sphenoid Dilation System is indicated for dilation of Sphenoid sinus and associated spaces.
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# 8 Premarket Notification 510(k) Summary
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.
510(k) Number: ___K160770_
### Applicant Information:
| Date Prepared: | June 25, 2016 |
|----------------|---------------------------------------------|
| Name: | SinuSys Corporation |
| Address: | 2468 Embarcadero Way<br>Palo Alto, CA 94303 |
| Phone: | 650-213-9988 |
| Fax: | 650-213-9688 |
Contact Person: Lloyd H. Griese, Vice President of Quality & Regulatory
| Phone Number (Office): | 650-213-9988 |
|------------------------|---------------------|
| Phone Number (Mobile): | 925-786-8617 |
| Email: | lgriese@sinusys.com |
| Back-up Contact Person: | Michael A. Daniel, Daniel & Daniel Consulting, LLC |
|-------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|
| Phone Number (Mobile): | 415-407-0223 |
| Email: | madaniel@clinregconsult.com |
### Device Information:
| Device Trade Name: | Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation Family |
|---------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Instrument, ENT Manual Surgical |
| Classification Name(s): | Ear, nose, and throat manual surgical instrument. |
| Product Code/ Regulation: | LRC / 874.4420 |
| Classification: | Class I, Exempt |
### Predicate Device:
XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation Tool (K121943)
# Reference Devices:
Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation System (K133016) Relieva Spin Sinus Dilation System (K111875)
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# Premarket Notification 510(k) Summary - Continued
#### Device Description:
The Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family comprises a family of osmotically driven devices that access and dilate the sinus ostia and spaces associated with the paranasal sinus cavities. Each member of the Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family is a system that includes a Dilation Device preloaded on a Placement Instrument. The Placement Instrument accesses the target site through the nasal passageway and delivers the Dilation Device. The Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation Device then expands and remodels the target tissues and then is removed.
#### Indications for Use:
SinuSys Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family is intended to provide a means to access the sinus space and to dilate sinus ostia and associated spaces in adults for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- . The Vent-Os Maxillary Dilation System is indicated for dilation of Maxillary sinus and associated spaces.
- The Vent-Os Frontal Dilation System is indicated for dilation of the Frontal recess and associated spaces.
- . The Vent-Os Sphenoid Dilation System is indicated for dilation of Sphenoid sinus and associated spaces.
#### Comparison to Predicate Device:
The Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family has the same intended use and similar indication, mechanism of action, and procedural outcomes as the XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation Tool (the predicate device). The Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family also shares similar technological features and mechanism of action with the cleared Vent-Os Sinus Dilation System (for the maxillary sinus). The Vent-Os Sinus Dilation family dilates sinus ostia and spaces associated with paranasal sinus cavities via pressure applied radially in a substantially equivalent manner to the predicate device. The technological differences between the Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family and its predicate do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness. Performance data demonstrate substantial equivalence in terms of safety and effectiveness to the predicate device.
#### Performance Testing
Biocompatibility in conformance with applicable requirements of ISO 10993 was completed. This testing included:
| Item # | Test | Standard Reference | Results |
|--------|----------------------------|--------------------|-----------------|
| 1 | Cytotoxicity (MEM Elution) | ISO 10993-5:2009 | Non-cytotoxic |
| 2 | Sensitization-Maximization | ISO 10993-10: 2010 | Non-sensitizing |
| 3 | Intracutaneous Reactivity | ISO 10993-10: 2010 | Non-irritating |
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# Premarket Notification 510(k) Summary - Continued
Bench testing to evaluate conformance with required device attributes and performance was completed. This testing included the following evaluations:
| Attribute Tested | Pass/Fail |
|-----------------------------------------|-----------|
| Device weight | Passed |
| Placement System Working Length Profile | Passed |
| Placement System Working Length | Passed |
| Crossing Profile | Passed |
| Deployment Force | Passed |
| Dilation Device Diameter @ 1 hour | Passed |
| Dilation Device Working Length @ 1 hour | Passed |
| Dilation Device Integrity | Passed |
| Bond Strength | Passed |
Transportation, sterilization, and shelf-life testing was completed to evaluate conformance with required attributes and performance. Sterilization was performed in conformance with all applicable requirements of ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137-2: Sterilization of Health Care Products -Radiation. Results demonstrate achievement of a sterility assurance level (SAL) of 10°.
Transportation and packaging validation included the following:
| Attribute Tested | Pass/Fail |
|-----------------------------------------|-----------|
| Transit Testing | Passed |
| Sterile Barrier Integrity (Bubble Test) | Passed |
| Packaging & Product Visual Inspection | Passed |
| Pouch Seal Testing | Passed |
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# Premarket Notification 510(k) Summary - Continued
Cadaver testing was completed by multiple physician users to validate usability. The cadaver evaluations included use of cadaveric head specimens with the devices placed multiple times into each targeted sinus site. Evaluators confirmed successful delivery and placement of the devices to the targeted sinus.
A clinical trial was also performed by SinuSys Corporation to demonstrate the substantial equivalence, in terms of the safety and effectiveness, of the Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family to the predicate device cited. A multi-center, prospective, single arm, non-randomized trial was conducted at three (3) clinical sites with three (3) investigators to evaluate basic usability and confirm safety and effectiveness of the Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family to dilate the frontal recess and sphenoid sinus ostia in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis. Use of the Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family for maxillary sinus ostia dilation was the subject of cleared pre-market notification K133016. A total of 30 patients were enrolled and treated in the study. In the 30 treated subjects, 33/33 frontal recesses and 15/15 sphenoid sinus ostia were successfully treated. Clinical trial results achieved for frontal recess and sphenoid sinus ostia were comparable to the literature control as summarized in the following table:
| | SinuSys Study | | Bolger Study* | |
|-----------------------|---------------|---------------|---------------|---------------|
| Analysis | Per Protocol | 95% CI** | Per Protocol | 95% CI** |
| Frontal Recess | | | | |
| | Acute | | 1 week | |
| N | 33 | | 124 | |
| Patent | 33 (100%) | 92.4% - 100% | 85 (69%) | 59.9% - 76.1% |
| Non-Patent | 0 | | 7 (6%) | 2.8% - 11.2% |
| Indeterminate | 0 | | 32 (26%) | 18.9% - 34.2% |
| | 3 Months | | 3 Months | |
| N | 30 | | 98 | |
| Patent | 28 (93%) | 78.7% - 98.2% | 82 (84%) | 75.1% - 89.7% |
| Non-Patent | 0 | | 3 (3%) | 1.1% - 8.6% |
| Indeterminate | 2 (7%) | 1.9% - 21.3% | 13 (13%) | 7.9% - 21.4% |
| Sphenoid Sinus Ostium | | | | |
| | Acute | | 1 week | |
| N | 15 | | 75 | |
#### Comparison to Literature Control
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| Patent | 13 (87%) | 62.1% - 96.3% | 41 (55%) | 43.5 - 65.4% |
|---------------|----------|---------------|----------|---------------|
| Non-Patent | 0 | - | 0 | - |
| Indeterminate | 2 (13%) | 3.7% - 37.9% | 34 (45%) | 34.6% - 56.6% |
| | 3 Months | | 3 Months | |
| N | 15 | | 54 | |
| Patent | 10 (67%) | 41.7% - 84.8% | 32 (59%) | 46.0% - 71.3% |
| Non-Patent | 0 | - | 0 | - |
| Indeterminate | 5 (33%) | 15.2% - 58.3% | 22 (41%) | 28.7% - 54.0% |
* Literature control Bolger, et al. Safety and outcomes of balloon catheter sinusotomy: A multicenter 24-week analysis in 115 patients. Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg 2007, 137: 10-20.
**Wilson score confidence intervals
Clinical trial results substantiated the Vent-Os® devices perform safely, effectively, and in a manner substantially equivalent to cited predicate and reference devices.
#### Summary:
Based upon the device description and test data provided in this submission the Vent-Os® Sinus Dilation family is substantially equivalent to the predicate device cited.
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