K170462 · KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America, Inc. · GWG · May 16, 2017 · Neurology
Device Facts
Record ID
K170462
Device Name
KARL STORZ ShuntScope
Applicant
KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America, Inc.
Product Code
GWG · Neurology
Decision Date
May 16, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 882.1480
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The KARL STORZ ShuntScope is intended for visualization purposes during cranial diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Device Story
KARL STORZ ShuntScope is a fiberoptic neurological endoscope used for visualization and access during cranial procedures; includes examination and operating sheaths. Device provides direct visualization via fiberoptic imaging; external light source required. Used in clinical settings by neurosurgeons; provides real-time visual feedback to guide surgical instruments during procedures like shunt placement or tumor biopsy. Benefits include minimally invasive access to intracranial structures. No software or automated analysis involved.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data required. Verification testing included surface/edge inspection, insertion width, field of view, direction of view, and resolution, all of which passed. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-1 and sterilization validated via steam (SAL 10^-6).
Technological Characteristics
Fiberoptic neurological endoscope; 1 mm insertion shaft diameter (1.3 mm with sheath, 2.6 mm with operating sheath); 161.8 mm shaft length; 10,000 pixel fibers; 0° direction of view; external light source; manual cleaning; steam sterilization. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for visualization and access during cranial diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including shunt placement, tumor biopsy/resection, hydrocephalus treatment, ETV/CPC, ETV, cyst fenestration, and aqueduct exploration in pediatric and adult populations.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A neurological endoscope is an instrument with a light source used to view the inside of the ventricles of the brain.
Predicate Devices
Medtronic PS Medical's NeuroPEN Endoscope and Optical Accessories (K003914)
KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America's Neuro-Fiberscope (K002788)
Reference Devices
KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America's Sialendoscopes and Accessories (K012527)
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
May 16, 2017
Karl Storz Endoscopy-America, Inc. Leigh Spotten Regulatory Director 2151 E. Grand Avenue El Segundo, California 90245
Re: K170462
Trade/Device Name: KARL STORZ ShuntScope Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.1480 Regulation Name: Neurological Endoscope Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GWG Dated: February 14, 2017 Received: February 15, 2017
Dear Leigh Spotten:
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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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) K170462
Device Name KARL STORZ ShuntScope
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The KARL STORZ ShuntScope is indicated to provide visualization and access during cranial diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as shunt placement, tumor biopsy and resection, hydrocephalus treatment, endoscopic third ventriculostomy with choroid plexus cauterization (ETV/CPC), endoscopic third ventriculostomy, cyst fenestration, and aqueduct exploration in pediatrics and adult population.
| 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
This 510(k) Summary is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of the Safe Medical Devices Act (SMDA) of 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92. All data included in this document is accurate and complete to the best of KSEA's knowledge.
| Submitter: | KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America, Inc.<br>2151 E. Grand Avenue<br>EI Segundo, CA 90245 |
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| Contact: | Nozomi Yagi<br>Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>Phone: (424) 218-8351<br>Fax: (424) 218-8519 |
| Date of<br>Preparation: | May 15, 2017 |
| Type of 510(k)<br>Submission: | Traditional |
| Device<br>Identification: | Trade Name: KARL STORZ ShuntScope<br>Classification Name: Endoscope, Neurological (21 CFR Part 882.1480) |
| Regulatory<br>Class: | II |
| Product Code: | GWG |
| Guidance<br>Document: | Not Applicable for GWG product code |
| Recognized<br>Consensus<br>Standards: | Not Applicable for GWG product code |
| Predicate<br>Device(s): | Primary Predicate Device: Medtronic PS Medical's NeuroPEN Endoscope<br>and Optical Accessories (K003914)<br>Secondary Predicate Device: KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America's Neuro-<br>Fiberscope (K002788)<br>Reference Device: KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America's KSEA |
| | Sialendoscopes and Accessories (K012527) |
| Device<br>Description: | The components subject of this submission are: (1) the KARL STORZ<br>ShuntScope (Model Number: 28164SSA), (2) the examination sheath<br>(Model Number: 11577KA) and (3) operating sheath (Model Number:<br>11577KE) |
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| Intended Use: | The KARL STORZ ShuntScope is intended for visualization purposes during cranial diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. | | |
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| Indications For Use: | The KARL STORZ ShuntScope is indicated to provide visualization and access during cranial diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as shunt placement, tumor biopsy and resection, hydrocephalus treatment, endoscopic third ventriculostomy with choroid plexus cauterization (ETV/CPC), endoscopic third ventriculostomy, cyst fenestration, and aqueduct exploration in pediatrics and adult population. | | |
| Technological Characteristics: | Comparison Table: Subject vs. Primary and Secondary Predicate Devices | | |
| | Subject Device | Primary Predicate Device, K003914 | Secondary Predicate Device, K002788<br>Reference Device, K012527 |
| | KARL STORZ Shuntscope | Medtronic NeuroPEN | KSEA Neuro-Fiberscope<br>Marchal Mini Sialendoscope 0° |
| | Physical Characteristics | | |
| | Type of Scope | Same as the subject device | Flexible<br>Same as the subject device |
| | Insertion Shaft Diameter | 1 mm (wo sheath)<br>1.3 mm (w 11577KA)<br>N/A | 1.14 mm<br>N/A<br>Same as the subject device |
| | | 2.6 mm (w 11577KE) | 3.7 mm<br>Same as the subject device |
| | Insertion Shaft Length | 161.8 mm | 155 or 190 mm<br>340 mm<br>Same as the subject device |
| | Working Channel Diameter | 1.3 mm (w 11577KE) | N/A, No working channel<br>1.2 mm<br>Same as the subject device |
| | Optical Characteristics | | |
| | Type of Imager | Fiberoptic | Same as the subject device<br>Same as the subject device |
| | Direction of View | 0° | Information not publicly available<br>Same as the subject device |
| | Pixel Fibers | 10,000 | Same as the subject device<br>7,000<br>Same as the subject device |
| | Light Source | External | Same as the subject device<br>Same as the subject device |
| | Cleaning and Sterilization Methods | | |
| | Cleaning | Manual | Single-use<br>Same as the subject device |
| | Sterilization | Steam | Sterile<br>Same as the subject device |
| Non-Clinical Performance Data: | Bench Testing Summary | | |
| | Verification Test | Test Method Summary | |
| | Surface and Edges | The surface of the ShuntScope shall be free of pores, cracks, and remainders of tooling agents. | |
| | Maximum insertion portion width | The maximum insertion portion width shall not be larger than 1 mm, stated in the instruction manual. | |
| | Field of view | The deviation of field of view shall not be greater than 15%. | |
| | Direction of view | The deviation of direction of view shall not be greater than 0° ± 10°. | |
| | Resolution | Characterization only. | |
| | | Result | |
| | | Pass | |
| | | Pass | |
| | | Pass | |
| | | Pass | |
| | | Pass | |
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| <b>Biocompatibility Summary</b><br>The biocompatibility evaluation for the patient contacting components of the neuroscope<br>was performed according to ISO 10993-1 and FDA Guidance. The following tests were<br>conducted based contact type and duration:<br>Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5) Sensitization (ISO 10993-11) Irritation (ISO 10993-11) Systemic Toxicity (ISO 10993-10) The biological-toxicological safety of the patient is not affected by the materials used in the<br>tested items. | | |
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| <b>Sterilization Validation Summary</b> | | |
| Test | Test Method Summary | Result |
| Steam | SAL=10-6, Half cycle method | Pass |
| <b>Bibliography</b> | The following published literature was provided to support the pediatric use<br>of the subject device:<br>1. Kulkarni, Abhaya V., et al. "International Infant Hydrocephalus Study: initial results<br>of a prospective, multicenter comparison of endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV)<br>and shunt for infant hydrocephalus." Child's Nervous System 32.6 (2016): 1039-1048.<br>2. Depreitere, Bart, et al. "Endoscopic biopsy for intraventricular tumors in children."<br>Journal of Neurosurgery: Pediatrics 106.5 (2007): 340-346.<br>3. Stone, Scellig SD, and Benjamin C. Warf. "Combined endoscopic third<br>ventriculostomy and choroid plexus cauterization as primary treatment for infant<br>hydrocephalus: a prospective North American series: Clinical article." Journal of<br>Neurosurgery: Pediatrics 14.5 (2014): 439-446.<br>4. Zada, Gabriel, et al. "Pathogenesis and treatment of intracranial arachnoid cysts in<br>pediatric patients younger than 2 years of age." Neurosurgical focus 22.2 (2007): 1-5. | |
| <b>Clinical<br/>Performance<br/>Data:</b> | Clinical testing was not required to demonstrate the substantial equivalence<br>to the predicate devices. Non-clinical bench testing was sufficient to<br>establish the substantial equivalence of the modifications. | |
| <b>Conclusion:</b> | The conclusions drawn from the nonclinical tests demonstrate that the<br>subject device, KARL STORZ ShuntScope performs as well as or better than<br>the legally marketed predicate devices. | |
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