The Soules Intrauterine Insemination Catheter is used to access the infusion sonohysterography or for the introduction of washed spermatozoa into the uterine cavity.
Device Story
Soules Intrauterine Insemination Catheter is a 5.3 French, 25 cm polyethylene catheter with a female luer adapter hub. Device features an oval side port near the distal tip and an adjustable 3 mm silicone positioner on the shaft to aid depth control. Used by clinicians to access the uterine cavity for saline infusion sonohysterography or to deliver washed spermatozoa. The device is inserted into the uterus; the positioner is adjusted to the target depth; fluids or sperm are injected via the luer hub. The device facilitates assisted reproduction and diagnostic imaging procedures, potentially improving procedural accuracy and patient outcomes through controlled delivery.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance testing included sterilization validation (ISO 11135-1, ISO 10993-7), package integrity (ASTM F2096, F88, F1886), Human Sperm Survival Assay (≥70% motility at 24 hours), endotoxin assay (AAMI ST72, USP/NF <85>), dimensional analysis, injection leak testing, air aspiration testing, tensile testing, and biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1, -5, -10). All tests met predetermined acceptance criteria.
Technological Characteristics
Polyethylene catheter (5.3 Fr, 25 cm) and hub. Features a single oval side port and adjustable silicone depth positioner. Sterilized via EtO. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1. Performance standards include ASTM F2096-04 (bubble leak), ASTM F88-09 (seal strength), ASTM F1886-09 (visual inspection), and AAMI ST72:2011 (endotoxin).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing saline infusion sonohysterography or intrauterine insemination procedures requiring the introduction of washed spermatozoa into the uterine cavity.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Assisted reproduction catheters are devices used in in vitro fertilization (IVF), gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT), or other assisted reproduction procedures to introduce or remove gametes, zygote(s), preembryo(s), and/or embryo(s) into or from the body. This generic type of device may include catheters, cannulae, introducers, dilators, sheaths, stylets, and component parts.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls) (mouse embryo assay information, endotoxin testing, sterilization validation, design specifications, labeling requirements, biocompatibility testing, and clinical testing).
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
July 14, 2017
Cook Incorporated Naomi N. Funkhouser Regulatory Affairs Specialist 750 Daniels Way Bloomington. Indiana 47404
Re: K163318
Trade/Device Name: Soules Intrauterine Insemination Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 884.6110 Regulation Name: Assisted Reproduction Catheters Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MOF, LKF Dated: June 13, 2017 Received: June 13, 2017
Dear Naomi N. Funkhouser:
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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Joyce M. Whang -S
for
Benjamin R. Fisher, Ph.D. Director Division of Reproductive, Gastro-Renal, and Urological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K163318
Device Name
Soules Intrauterine Insemination Catheter
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Soules Intrauterine Insemination Catheter is used to access the infusion sonohysterography or for the introduction of washed spermatozoa into the uterine cavity.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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| <span style="font-size: 16px;">☑</span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | <span style="font-size: 16px;">☐</span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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# 510(k) SUMMARY- K163318
## Date Prepared: July 11, 2017
## Submitted By:
| Applicant: | Cook Incorporated |
|-----------------------|-------------------------|
| Contact: | Naomi N. Funkhouser |
| Applicant Address: | Cook Incorporated |
| | 750 Daniels Way |
| | Bloomington, IN 47404 |
| Contact Phone Number: | (812) 335-3575 x10-4371 |
| Contact Fax Number: | (812) 332-0281 |
Device Information:
Trade Name: Common Name: Classification Name: Regulation Number: Product Code:
Product Class:
Soules Intrauterine Insemination Catheter Intrauterine insemination catheter Assisted Reproduction Catheters 21 CFR §884.6110 MQF (Catheter, Assisted Reproduction) LKF (Cannula, Manipulator/Injector, Uterine) II
### Predicate Device:
K061679 – Wallace SIS/AI Catheter (Irvine Scientific Sales Co., Inc.). This device has not been subject to a design-related recall.
#### Device Description:
The Soules Intrauterine Insemination Catheter consists of a 5.3 French polyethylene catheter that is 25 cm in length with a polyethylene female luer adapter hub. The tip of the device features an oval side port located ~2.5 mm from the distal end of the catheter. A 3 mm movable silicone positioner is also present on the shaft of the catheter that can be adjusted to aid in positioning the device to the targeted depth within the uterine cavity during a procedure.
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# Indication for Use:
The Soules Intrauterine Insemination Catheter is used to access the uterine cavity for saline infusion sonohysterography or for the introduction of washed spermatozoa into the uterine cavity.
| K163318- Subject Device | | K061679 - Predicate Device |
|-------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Intended Use | | |
| Indication for Use | The Soules Intrauterine Insemination<br>Catheter is used to access the uterine<br>cavity for saline infusion<br>sonohysterography or for the<br>introduction of washed spermatozoa<br>into the uterine cavity. | The wallace SIS/AI catheter is<br>intended to be used in artifical<br>insemination procedures intended for<br>insertion of the catheter and<br>introduction of washed spermatozoa<br>into the uterine cavity. The wallace<br>sis/ai catheter is also intended to be<br>used in saline infusion sonography<br>(SIS) also known as saline infusion<br>sonohysterography (SIS) and saline<br>ultrasound infusion procedures in the<br>detection abnormalities within uterine<br>cavities. |
| Technology | | |
| Tubing | Polyethylene | FEP, polyurethane, LDPE, and Nylon |
| Hub | Polyethylene | Polypropylene and Nylon |
| Tubing Length,<br>Width | 25 cm, 5.3 Fr | 18 cm, 16 Gauge (5.0 Fr) – inner<br>catheter. |
| Device Design | Single lumen catheter with a luer lock | Inner catheter and a detachable outer<br>sheath that attaches to the inner<br>catheter by a luer lock<br>When the outer sheath is attached to<br>the hub of the catheter, the inner<br>catheter protrudes from the distal end<br>of the outer sheath by 5 cm |
| Side port | Single oval side port 2-3 mm from<br>distal tip | Dual oval Side ports on distal tip |
| Depth indicator | One adjustable 3 mm silicone band<br>initially placed 7 cm from distal tip of<br>catheter | Five - 1 cm graduations ink marks on<br>outer catheter |
| Sterilization | EtO | EtO |
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The subject and predicate device have the same intended use - the delivery of washed spermatozoa to the uterine cavity and SIS. In addition, the subject and predicate devices are similar in some technological features, including design (e.g., tip and hub design), usability, hub adapter, and sterility procedure.
However, there are a number of differences between the subject and predicate device that are described below:
- . Device materials - Some of the device materials (e.g., tubing, hub, depth indicator) are not the same. Materials differences are common in ART devices and do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness, and can be addressed through testing (e.g., biocompatibility, performance).
- Device dimensions - The subject device has differences in device dimensions (e.g., greater length). These differences do not raise different questions of safety or effectiveness.
- Device Design- The subject device has an adjustable silicone depth indicator ● whereas the predicate device has five graduation ink marks on the catheter. In addition, the subject device has a single side port whereas the predicate device a double side port. The subject device is a single catheter whereas the predicate device has an inner catheter with a detachable outer sheath that attaches to the inner catheter. The differences between the device designs do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness (e.g., ability to access the uterine cavity, risk of perforation, etc.).
## Performance Testing:
The following tests were performed to demonstrate that the proposed Soules Intrauterine Insemination Catheter met the applicable design and performance requirements and support a determination of substantial equivalence under the specified testing parameters. These tests include:
- Sterilization Validation per ISO 11135-1:2007 and ISO 10993-7: 2008. 1.
- 2. Package integrity testing following real-time aging:
- Bubble leak test per ASTM F2096-04 .
- . Seal strength testing per ASTM F88-09
- Visual Inspection per ASTM F1886-09 ●
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- 3. Human Sperm Survival Assay - Testing ensures manufacturing materials do not have an adverse effect upon the survival of Human Sperm. Test articles assessed provided acceptable results of ≥ 70% motility at 24 hours.
- Endotoxin Assay (AAMI ST72: 2011 and UPS/NF <85>) <20 4. EU/device less
- న్. Dimensional Analysis - Testing was performed with the requirement that specific product dimensions should be within set tolerances. The results showed that the predetermined acceptance criteria were met.
- Injection Leak Testing completed to ensure the device can withstand 6. pressure from injection.
- Air Aspiration Testing completed to ensure the device does not 7. leak during aspiration. The predetermined acceptance criterion was met.
- 8. Tensile Test – Testing ensures the tensile strength of the hub to shaft bond.
- 9. Biocompatibility - Biocompatibility testing was conducted according to ISO 10993-1-2009. Testing included cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5:2009). intracutaneous reactivity (ISO 10993-10:2010), and sensitization (ISO 10993-10:2010). The test articles assessed provided acceptable results as no signs of cytotoxicity, sensitization or irritation reactions were noted in testing.
- 10. Shelf-life testing was conducted to ensure that the following product specifications were met to support a three-year shelf-life:
- Tensile testing
- Injection leak testing ●
- Dimensional analysis
- HSSA testing ●
- Air Aspiration ●
## Conclusion:
The results of the testing described above demonstrate that the Soules Intrauterine Insemination Catheter is as safe and effective as the predicate device and supports a determination of substantial equivalence.
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