K163236 · Halyard Health, Inc. · GXI · Dec 16, 2016 · Neurology
Device Facts
Record ID
K163236
Device Name
COOLIEF Cooled Radiofrequency Kit
Applicant
Halyard Health, Inc.
Product Code
GXI · Neurology
Decision Date
Dec 16, 2016
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 882.4725
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, 3rd-Party Reviewed
Indications for Use
The HALYARD* COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit, in combination with the HALYARD* Radiofrequency (RF) Generator (PMG-BASIC/PMG-ADVANCED) (formerly Baylis Pain Management Generator or KIMBERLY-CLARK® Pain Management Generator) is intended for the creation of Radio-Frequency (RF) heat lesions in nervous tissue for the relief of pain, and includes a fluid delivery system for commonly used fluid agents limited to contrast medium, saline, and/or anesthetic solution delivery at the target site.
Device Story
Device consists of cooled radiofrequency (RF) probes, fluid delivery introducers, and burette tubing assembly. Used with Halyard RF generator and cooling pump to create heat lesions in nervous tissue for pain relief. Introducer (cannula with stylet) is placed percutaneously under fluoroscopic guidance; stylet removed to insert cooled thermocouple probe. Side port on introducer allows delivery of saline, contrast, or anesthetic agents to target site. Operated by clinicians in clinical settings. Cooling pump circulates fluid to maintain active tip temperature, allowing larger lesions. Output is thermal energy; healthcare provider monitors lesion creation via generator interface and fluoroscopy. Benefits include targeted nerve inactivation for pain management.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including biocompatibility (ISO 10993), electrical safety/EMC, mechanical testing (ISO 9626, ISO 7864, ISO 594-2, ISO 11070, ISO 80369-20), and human factors usability studies.
Technological Characteristics
Components: 304 stainless steel stylet/cannula, polyimide insulation, ABS/acrylic/PC/HDPE plastics, PVC tubing. Energy: RF supplied by external generator. Connectivity: Wired connection to RF generator and cooling pump. Sterilization: EO (SAL 10^-6). Features: Side-port fluid delivery introducer with Luer-lock. Standards: ISO 10993, ISO 9626, ISO 7864, ISO 594-2, ISO 11070, ISO 80369-20.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients experiencing pain requiring the creation of RF heat lesions in nervous tissue. Contraindications not specified.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A radiofrequency lesion probe is a device connected to a radiofrequency (RF) lesion generator to deliver the RF energy to the site within the nervous system where a lesion is desired.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
December 16, 2016
Halyard Health, Inc. % Dave Yungvirt Third Party Review Group, LLC The Old Station House 24 Lackawanna Place Millburn, New Jersey 07041
Re: K163236
Trade/Device Name: COOLIEF Cooled Radiofrequency Kit Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4725 Regulation Name: Radiofrequency lesion probe Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GXI Dated: November 16, 2016 Received: November 17, 2016
Dear Mr. Yungvirt:
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.
# Michael J. Hoffmann -S
for
Carlos L. Peña, PhD, MS Director Division of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K163236
Device Name COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The HALYARD* COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit, in combination with the HALYARD* Radiofrequency (RF) Generator (PMG-BASIC/PMG-ADVANCED) (formerly Baylis Pain Management Generator or KIMBERLY-CLARK® Pain Management Generator) is intended for the creation of Radio-Frequency (RF) heat lesions in nervous tissue for the relief of pain, and includes a fluid delivery system for commonly used fluid agents limited to contrast medium, saline, and/or anesthetic solution delivery at the target site.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| <span style="font-family: sans-serif;">☑</span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | <span style="font-family: sans-serif;">☐</span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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# 510(k) Summary as Required by 21 CFR §807.92(c)
As required by the Safe Medical Devices Act (SMDA) of 1990 and in accordance with 21 CFR §807.92(a), this 510(k) Summary is of sufficient detail to provide an understanding of the basis for a determination of substantial equivalence.
# 510(k) Summary
| [807.92 (a)(1,2)] | |
|---------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Date Summary Prepared | December 15, 2016 |
| 510(k) Sponsor<br>Address | Halyard Health, Inc.<br>5405 Windward Parkway<br>Alpharetta, GA 30004 |
| Contact Person | Mary Ann B. Kinard<br>Associate Director Regulatory Affairs<br>Phone: (470) 448-5805<br>Email:maryann.kinard@hyh.com |
| Trade Name | COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit |
| Common Name | Cannula, Radiofrequency Probe |
| Classification Name | Probe, Radiofrequency lesion |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR §882.4725 |
| Product Code | GXI |
| Device Classification | II |
| Review Panel | (84) Neurology |
5405 Windward Parkway Alpharetta, Georgia 30004
1-844-HALYARD
halyardhealth.com
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# Predicate Marketed Devices:
| [807.92(a)(3)] | | |
|------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------|
| Manufacturer Name | Trade Name | 510(k) Number |
| Baylis<br>Medical<br>Company | TransDiscal System including models<br>TDP-17-150-6, TDI-17-150, TDA-PPU-1,<br>TDA-TBK-1, TDX-Y-TSW-TDP, TDX-<br>PMG-PPU | K062937 |
## Prior Submission:
There was no prior submission for the COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit.
## Reference Device
A reference device is included in the substantial equivalence discussion; namely, Diros OWL Sterile Single-Use Trident R.F. Insulated Cannula models DTR and DTRH, cleared under K150371.
| Manufacturer<br>Name | Trade Name | 510(k) Number |
|--------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------|
| Diros<br>Technology, Inc | Diros OWL Sterile Single-Use Trident R.F.<br>Insulated Cannula models DTR and DTRH | K150371 |
# [(807.92(a)(4)]
# Description of Device:
The COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency (RF) Kit is similar in construction, materials, energy source, and intended use to the predicate TransDiscal Cooled Radiofrequency Kit, which is a part of the cleared TransDiscal System (K062937) that also includes a "Y connector cable for the probes, a cooling pump, and a pump connector cable that connects to the RF generator.
The following table compares the components of the subject Cooled RF Kit with the predicate TransDiscal Cooled RF Kit. The modified component in the subject COOLIEF* Cooled RF Kit is only the Fluid Delivery Introducer, which was changed to include a fluid delivery port.
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| COOLIEF* Cooled RF Kit<br>(Subject Kit) | TransDiscal System K062937<br>(Predicate) | |
|-----------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Description | Description | <span style="writing-mode: vertical-rl; text-orientation: upright;">TransDiscal<br/>Cooled RF Kit</span> |
| Cooled Probe, 17 gauge, 150 mm<br>length, 6 mm active tip | Cooled Probe, 17 gauge, 150 mm length,<br>6 mm active tip | |
| Fluid Delivery Introducer, 17 gauge,<br>150 mm length | Introducer, 17 gauge, 150 mm length | |
| Burette and tubing assembly for<br>cooling pump | Burette and tubing assembly for cooling<br>pump | |
| | Cable for TransDiscal Probes | |
| | Probe "Y" connector cable | |
| | Cooling Pump and Cable | |
| | Pump to Generator connector cable<br>Cooling pump | |
#### Description of COOLIEF* Cooled RF Kit Compared to Predicate
The COOLIEF* Cooled RF Kit includes fluid delivery introducers, cooled probes, and a burette tubing assembly. The subject COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit is available in several configurations based on the anatomic region of use (i.e., available in various introducer and probe lengths, and active tip lengths). The kit is sterilized to a SAL of 10-6 by EO terminal sterilization.
The Fluid Delivery Introducer is a sterile, non-pyrogenic single-use cannula with a fluid delivery port. It is used with cooled radiofrequency probes in conjunction with the Halyard Radiofrequency Pain Management Generator, with cooling pump, to create lesions in nervous tissue for the relief of pain. The Fluid Delivery Introducer consists of a sharp trocar shaped solid stylet with a plastic Luer-lock handle that is surrounded by a fully insulated stainless steel hypotube and an over molded plastic hub that is Luer-lock compliant. The stylet handle securely connects to the introducer hub that also acts as a handle to guide the introducer through tissue while the stylet is engaged. The non-coring stylet protrudes from the end of the insulated introducer to tunnel a path for introducer placement in percutaneous tissue. Removal of the stylet gives access to the introducer lumen for insertion of a cooled thermocouple probe. Once fully inserted, the distal tip of the probe extends beyond the distal end of the introducer based on the desired active tip size, which determines the size of the lesion. The introducer hub incorporates a side lumen with extension tubing attached to accept a syringe connection to deliver low volume of fluid agents limited to saline, contrast material, and/or local anesthetics into the target tissue.
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The Fluid Delivery Introducer will replace the current introducer in the Cooled RF Kit configuration marketed under clearance K062937. The following Cooled Radiofrequency Kits are the subject of this 510(k) and include the RF Introducers and RF Cooled probes listed below.
- RF Cooled RF Kits (Cooled RF)
- CRK-xx-XXX-##, where xx is the gauge, XXX is the length in mm, and ## is the o active tip length in mm -CRK indicates Cooled Radiofrequency Kit
-xx is 17 gauge
- -XXX is 50, 75, 100, 150 mm length
- -## is 2, 4, or 5.5 active tip exposure length in mm
- O SIK-xx-XXX-##, where xx is the gauge, XXX is the length in mm, and ## is the active tip length in mm
-SIK indicates SInergy* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit (for Sacroiliac anatomy) -xx is 17 gauge -XXX is 75, 150 mm length -## is 4 active tip exposure or length in mm
-
- o MCKy-xx-XXX-##, where y is either 2 or 3 to indicate the number of probes, xx is the gauge, XXX is the length in mm, and ## is the active tip length in mm -MCKy indicates "Multi Cooled" Radiofrequency Kit -xx is 17 gauge -XXX is 50, 75, 100, 150 mm length -## is 2, 4, or 5.5 active tip exposure length in mm
- RF Introducers (Cooled RF) ●
- o FDI-xx-XXX-##, where xx is the gauge, XXX is the length in mm, and ## is the active tip length in mm
-FDI indicates Fluid Delivery Introducer -xx is 17 gauge -XXX is 50, 75, 100, 150 mm length -## is 2, 4, or 5.5active tip exposure length in mm
- RF Cooled Probes (Cooled RF) ●
- o CRP-xx-XXX; where xx is the gauge, XXX is the length in mm, -CRP indicates Cooled Radiofrequency Probe -xx is 17 gauge -XXX is 50, 75, 100, 150 mm length
The Cooled RF kits that include the Fluid Delivery Introducer may include a single probe or multiple probes. The contents of COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kits containing one cooled probe are summarized in the following Table.
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| Kit Model → | SIK-17-75-4 | SIK-17-150-4 | CRK-17-50-2 | CRK-17-50-4 | CRK-17-75-2 | CRK-17-75-4 | CRK-17-75-5.5 | CRK-17-100-4 | CRK-17-150-4 |
|--------------------------------------------------------|-------------|--------------|-------------|-------------|-------------|-------------|---------------|--------------|--------------|
| Fluid Delivery Introducer (FDI) with protective sheath | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Cooled RF Probe with protective sheath | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Burette/Tube Kit for Pump | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
The contents of COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kits containing multiple cooled probe are summarized in the following Table.
| Kit Model → | MCK3-17-100-4 | MCK-3-17-75-4 | MCK2-17-100-4 | MCK2-17-75-4 |
|--------------------------------------------------------|---------------|---------------|---------------|--------------|
| Fluid Delivery Introducer (FDI) with protective sheath | 6 | 6 | 4 | 4 |
| Cooled RF Probe with protective sheath | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Burette/Tube Kit for Pump | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Packaging for the COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit containing the modified Fluid Delivery Introducer is the same as the current COOLIEF* kits (both single and multiprobe kits).
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| Component | Material | Body Contact (Y/N) |
|-------------------------------------------|----------------------------|------------------------------------|
| Stylet | 304 Stainless Steel | Y |
| Stylet handle | ABS Plastic | N |
| Cannula / Hypotube | 304 Stainless Steel | Y |
| Insulation | Polyimide | Y |
| Adhesive for cannula to hub | Loctite | Indirect through injected<br>fluid |
| Extension tubing with Luer<br>port | PVC | Indirect through injected<br>fluid |
| Adhesive for polyimide to<br>cannula tip | Loctite CA | Y |
| Adhesive for polyimide to<br>cannula body | Loctite Epoxy | N |
| Depth Indicator | Green Hytrel | Y |
| Cannula Hub | Acrylic based multipolymer | Indirect through injected<br>fluid |
| Luer connector on extension<br>tubing | PC Makrolon | Indirect through injected<br>fluid |
| Luer cap | HDPE | Indirect through injected<br>fluid |
The materials and patient contact status of the Fluid Delivery Introducer are summarized in the following table.
## Energy Type
The Fluid Delivery Introducer uses RF energy supplied by the Halyard Pain Management Radiofrequency generator through the inserted internally cooled probe. The generator applies temperature-controlled, radiofrequency (RF) energy into targeted nerve tissue surrounding the active tip of the device. The radiofrequency energy creates a heat lesion in the nervous tissue to inactivate the nerve pathway resulting in pain relief.
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#### [(807.92(a)(5)]
#### Indications for Use:
| COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency (RF) Kit<br>(Subject Device) | TransDiscal Cooled RF Kit<br>Baylis TransDiscal System<br>(Predicate K062937) |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| The HALYARD* COOLIEF* Cooled<br>Radiofrequency Kit, in combination with the<br>HALYARD* Radiofrequency (RF) Generator<br>(PMG-BASIC/PMG-ADVANCED) (formerly<br>Baylis Pain Management Generator or<br>KIMBERLY-CLARK® Pain Management<br>Generator) is intended for the creation of Radio-<br>Frequency (RF) heat lesions in nervous tissue for<br>the relief of pain, and includes a fluid delivery<br>system for commonly used fluid agents limited to<br>contrast medium, saline, and/or anesthetic solution<br>delivery at the target site. | The Baylis TransDiscal System, used in<br>combination with the Baylis Pain<br>Management Generator, is intended for the<br>creation of Radio Frequency (RF) lesions<br>in nervous tissue including that which is<br>situated in intervertebral disc material. |
Both the subject and predicate devices are intended for use with the same Pain Management Generator (i.e., current Halyard Generator was formerly the Baylis Generator) to produce radio frequency heat lesions in nervous tissues. The indications for use of the subject device no longer references use within the intervertebral disc material, which raises no new issues of safety or effectiveness. The indications for use of the subject device further limits use to relief of pain, which does not raise new issues of safety or effectiveness since it further limits the population to patients experiencing pain. The indications for use of the subject device adds reference to fluid delivery for use with fluid agents that are limited to contrast medium, saline, and/or anesthetic solution to the Current medical practice and use of the predicate device involves target site. administration of the same fluids, and the results of performance testing of the subject device that allows low-volume fluid delivery through a side-port raise no new issues of safety or effectiveness.
# [(807.92(a)(6)] Technological Characteristics:
The COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit contains a Fluid Delivery Introducer which consists of a sharp trocar shaped solid stylet surrounded by a fully insulated cannula. The stylet is removable via an attached stylet cap. The tip of the cannula is placed near the target nerve and the stylet is then removed. A separate cooled radiofrequency probe is inserted to deliver the radiofrequency energy, which may also include nerve stimulation for assurance of target placement which is also verified by fluoroscopy. Fluid may be injected using the side extension tubing while the probe is engaged and before or after energy delivery. The probe can be removed, and the cannula hub can be sealed with the Luer cap from the side extension tubing Luer, while a syringe delivers the desired fluid
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using the side port. The third method for fluid delivery is attaching a syringe to the Luer top of the cannula hub while the Luer cap is secure to the side port tubing. The feature of the side port extension set allows three ways to deliver fluid compared to current practice of removing the probe to access the cannula hub top to inject fluid.
# Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device
The COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit described in this submission is similar to the predicate device kit.
The principle of operation for the subject and predicate device kit is identical. Both kits contain introducers, cooled probes, and a burette tubing assembly. The introducer component of both devices tunnel through tissue to allow the probe conductive metal shaft to deliver the RF energy to target nervous tissue to create a lesion. Both device kits are used in conjunction with the RF generator and cooling pump to create the heat lesion in the tissue surrounding the bare tip (uninsulated metal) of the probe while engaged in the introducer. Both devices have the capability of delivering fluid through the introducer. The predicate introducer (K062937) provides a lumen starting at the cannula hub Luer lock in which a syringe can be attached to deliver fluid while the probe is disengaged. The subject device provides two lumens in which a syringe can be attached to deliver fluid: a cannula hub Luer lock connection (probe is disengaged), the side port with extension tubing Luer lock connector (Probe is either engaged or disengaged in the cannula.) The two lumens are not used simultaneously, but as two alternate access ports.
The only modified component in the COOLIEF* Cooled RF Kit compared to the predicate kit is the Fluid Delivery Introducer (FDI). The FDI device contains a side port with extension tubing and a Luer lock connector that is not included on the introducer in the predicate kit.
Technological elements that are the same between the subject kit and predicate kit:
Intended Use Where used (nervous tissue) Energy used (radiofrequency) Fluid path from top of introducer hub Design features (hypotube, gauge, insulation, stylet) Performance to Standards Standards Applicable Materials used Biocompatibility Compatibility with other devices (probes) Sterility Electrical Safety Mechanical Safety
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Technological elements that are different between the subject kit and predicate kit:
Indications for Use (delivery fluids listed) Lengths of Introducer (additional shorter lengths)
The Fluid Delivery Introducer contained in the COOLIEF* Cooled RF Kit contains a side port with extension tubing and a Luer lock connector that is not included on the introducer in the predicate TransDiscal Cooled RF kit. There are no other modifications to the remaining components in the COOLIEF* Cooled RF kit compared to the predicate TransDiscal Cooled RF Kit. The subject kit will be available with the same and shorter lengths of Fluid Delivery Introducers with matched size length probes.
## Rationale for Use of a Reference Device
The reference device (K150371) was selected to demonstrate that the addition of the extension tubing and Luer connector does not raise new questions or issues of safety or effectiveness.
The reference device has the same indications for use as the modified subject device (FDI): a) the indication for use with injection fluids, b) radiofrequency lesioning procedures, but also includes c) nerve stimulation. The fluids described in the reference device indication are: local anesthetic solution, and contrast medium. The local anesthetic solution or contrast medium are delivered through the needle hypotube to the target site. The subject device indication includes saline as a fluid for delivery to the target site in addition to the reference device fluids of contrast or local anesthetic. Physiologic saline (0.9%) has the same density and fluid characteristics as local anesthetic, and since there is no significant difference between the density of local anesthetic and saline, the addition of saline to the indication for use does not affect the safety and effectiveness of the subject device when used as labeled. The addition of saline in the indications for use for the subject device do not change the intended therapeutic or minimally invasive surgical use of the device because low volumes of physiologic (0.9%) saline is a commonly used fluid during radiofrequency ablation procedures as a mechanism to keep the target tissue hydrated before the energy is applied.
#### Biocompatibility Testing
| Clearance | Classification | Contact<br>Duration |
|-------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------|
| Subject<br>Device | Externally Communicating Device<br>Tissue / Bone / Dentin | < 24 hours<br>contact |
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| Biocompatibility Test | Results | Subject Device Results |
|------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------|------------------------|
| Cytotoxicity<br>ISO 10993-5 | Non-cytotoxic | Passed |
| Sensitization<br>ISO 10993-10 | Non-Sensitizing | Passed |
| Irritation<br>ISO 10993-20 | Non-Irritant | Passed |
| Systemic toxicity<br>ISO 10993-11 | No signs of systemic<br>toxicity | Passed |
| Material Mediated Pyrogenicity<br>ISO 10993-11 | Non-Pyrogenic | Passed |
| EO Residuals<br>ISO 10993-7 | Residuals below limits | Passed |
The scientific biocompatibility studies according to international standards demonstrate that the additional materials in the subject device do not raise new questions about safety and effectiveness.
#### Summary of Non-Clinical Testing (Performance Testing)
The following performance data are provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination for the component. Fluid Delivery Introducer.
Biocompatibility testing on the final finished subject Fluid Delivery Introducer
- Cytotoxicity
- Sensitization
- Irritation
- Systemic toxicity
- Material Mediated Pyrogen Testing ●
Electrical Safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
- Electrical safety and High Frequency testing is the same as the existing cleared product (K062937) on the market. The addition of PVC tubing, epoxy, and plastic Luer lock does not change the electrical characteristics of the device, and does not influence the operations of the radiofrequency transmission.
- EMC (Emissions and Immunity) testing is the same as the existing cleared . product (K062937) on the market. The addition of PVC tubing, epoxy, and plastic Luer lock does not alter the electromagnetic compatibility.
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Mechanical testing
- ISO 9626 Stainless steel needle tubing for the manufacture of medical devices .
- . ISO 7864 Bond force is tested between hub handle and needle tubing, as well as the bond force of the extension tubing attached to the introducer hub and Luer connector
- ISO 594-2:1998: Conical fittings with 6 % (Luer) taper for syringes, needles and certain other medical equipment Part 2: Lock fittings
- ISO 11070:2014(E) Annex C Tensile Strength ●
- ISO 80369-20 Small-bore connectors for liquids and gases in healthcare applications —Part 20:Common test methods
- Dimensional Testing to Specification ●
- Fluid Flow to Design Requirement of side lumen ●
Performance testing
- Compatibility between probe Luer and cannula hub Luer is verified by ● measurements and performance testing
- . Temperature accuracy, accuracy verified by measurements and performance testing
- Measured RF lesion size in tissue model
- Injection force comparison of fluid viscosity for fluids for delivery
Human Factors Usability study
- Usability of the device user interface for safety and effectiveness
- . Extension tubing with Luer connector attached to the hub with ability to attach a syringe through simulated use in its intended environment
All non-clinical testing performed on the subject final finished FDI sterilized device is identical to testing performed on existing cleared product (K062937) on the market with additional testing specific to the added tubing and Luer connector on the subject device, viscosity comparison, and human factors usability studies. Test setup and execution are performed in accordance with applicable standards. Results of the tests demonstrate the compliance to the standards as appropriate and match the performance of the subject device to predicate device.
### [(807.92(b)(1)]
# Non-Clinical Performance Data:
The Fluid Delivery Introducer, as part of the COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit is manufactured in accordance with the requirements of the Current Good Manufacturing Practices for Medical Devices and the testing performed which support a determination of substantial equivalence includes:
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- appropriate biocompatibility tests,
- sterility tests. ●
- predicate product comparative tests ●
- performance tests.
- fluid viscosity and injection force and
- . Human factors usability
The test results are in compliance with existing domestic and international standards. Based on the above test parameter results, the COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit containing the fluid delivery introducer does not raise any different questions or new issues of safety and effectiveness.
# [(807.92(b)(2)] Clinical Performance Data:
Clinical data is not required.
[(807.92(b)(3)] Conclusion:
The predicate kit was cleared based on the results of non-clinical data. The only modification to the subject kit is the Fluid Delivery Introducer. The Fluid Delivery Introducer component and the introducer component in the predicate kit were compared with performance data to support the safety of the subject device and demonstrate that the Fluid Delivery Introducer should perform as intended in the specified use conditions in the COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit and is equivalent to the predicate comparator TransDiscal Cooled RF Kit. Based on the comparisons to the predicate device and reference device as provided within this 510(k) Summary, the COOLIEF* Cooled Radiofrequency Kit does not raise any different questions or new issues of safety and effectiveness.
# [(807.92(d)] Other Information:
None
End of 510(k) Summary
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Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.