K172716 · V2k Medical, Inc. · QEW · Jan 26, 2018 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K172716
Device Name
V2K Rinspiration System
Applicant
V2k Medical, Inc.
Product Code
QEW · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Jan 26, 2018
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.5150
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The V2K Rinspiration System is intended to infuse physician specified fluids and remove/aspirate fluid, fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from the peripheral vasculature.
Device Story
V2K Rinspiration System is a multi-lumen catheter system for fluid mechanical thrombectomy in peripheral vasculature. Input: physician-specified fluids (via infusion syringe) and vacuum source (via hospital line/pump). Operation: catheter placed over 0.014" guidewire; infusion holes dispense fluid while central lumen aspirates emboli/thrombi. Accessory Filter Line connects to vacuum source, featuring in-line flow control switch and filter for debris collection/visualization. Used in clinical settings by physicians. Output: removal of thrombi/emboli; visual confirmation of aspirated material in filter. Benefits: enables simultaneous infusion and aspiration to clear peripheral vessels; provides simple flow management and debris inspection.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data. Performance verified via bench and lab testing per ISO 10555-1 and V2K methods, including simulated use, flow rate verification, and fatigue testing. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-1, including cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation, systemic toxicity, and hemocompatibility (PTT, complement activation, in vivo thrombogenicity in dogs). All tests passed.
Technological Characteristics
Multi-lumen catheter; 7.0 French; 135cm length; 0.014" guidewire compatible. Materials: medical grade plastics, stainless steel, silicone oil coating. Radiopaque markers at tip and infusion site. E-Beam sterilization (SAL 10^-6). Accessories: 12cc infusion syringe with check valve, filter line with flow control switch. Connectivity: manual connection to external vacuum source.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring infusion of physician-specified fluids and aspiration of fluid, fresh, soft emboli, and thrombi from the peripheral vasculature.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An embolectomy catheter is a balloon-tipped catheter that is used to remove thromboemboli, i.e., blood clots which have migrated in blood vessels from one site in the vascular tree to another.
Predicate Devices
Kerberos Proximal Solutions Rinspiration System (K062275)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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January 26, 2018
V2K Medical Inc. Jake Wolenberg Quality and Regulatory Consultant 1221 Innsbruck Drive Sunnyvale, California 94089
Re: K172716
Trade/Device Name: V2K Rinspiration System, P7 Catheter - 9mm Rinse x 135cm Working Leneth, V2K Rinspiration System, P7 Catheter - 20mm Rinse x 135cm Working Length, V2K Rinspiration System, Filter Line - 108" Length Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.5150 Regulation Name: Embolectomy Catheter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DXE, KRA Dated: December 13, 2017 Received: December 18, 2017
Dear Jake Wolenberg:
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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good
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manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/DeviceRegulationandGuidance/) and CDRH Learn (http://www.fda.gov/Training/CDRHLearn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (http://www.fda.gov/DICE) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely.
Kenneth J. Cavanaugh -S
for
Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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#### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K172716
Device Name V2K Rinspiration System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The V2K Rinspiration System is intended to infuse physician specified fluids and remove/aspirate fluid, fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from the peripheral vasculature.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
2 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary V2K Rinspiration System
# A. Submitter Information
Submitter's Name: Address:
Telephone: Fax: Email: Contact Person: Date of Preparation:
## B. Subject Device
Proprietary Name: 510(k) #: Common/Usual Name: Classification Name:
Product Code:
## C. Predicate Device
Proprietary Name: 510(k) #'s: Common/Usual Name: Classification Name: Product Code:
V2K Medical Inc. 1221 Innsbruck Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94089 408-940-5587 408-726-2977 jwolenbergV2K(@gmail.com Jake Wolenberg January 25, 2018
V2K Rinspiration System
K172716 Embolectomy Catheter and Infusion Catheter Catheter, Embolectomy and; Catheter, Continuous Flush DXE per 21 C.F.R. 870.5150 and; KRA per 21 C.F.C 870.1210
Kerberos Proximal Solutions Rinspiration System K062275 Embolectomy Catheter Catheter, Embolectomy DXE per 21 C.F.R. 870.5150
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# D. Device Description:
The V2K Rinspiration System is comprised of the V2K Rinspiration Catheter and two accessory components; an Infusion Syringe and a Filter Line.
The V2K Rinspiration Catheter is a multi-lumen catheter that has infusion holes located near the distal end of the catheter to dispense an infusible fluid. The central lumen of the catheter is used for aspiration. Simultaneous infusion and aspiration can be performed through these lumens to perform fluid mechanical thrombectomy to remove fluid, fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from peripheral vasculature. The Rinspiration Catheter will be placed in the target vasculature of a patient over an 0.014" guide wire. The V2K Rinspiration Catheter uses a rapid exchange (a.k.a. rail) configuration for the guidewire lumen. The Rinspiration catheter distal tip will be positioned at the intended treatment site. Infusion occurs approximately 1 to 2cm proximal to the distal tip. The catheter includes a smaller radiopaque marker band at the distal tip and two larger radiopaque marker bands designating the infusion portion of the catheter. The catheter has a V-hub on the proximal end that allows access to the infusion and aspiration lumens.
Included in the same packaging as the V2K Rinspiration Catheter is a 12cc Infusion Syringe with an attached check valve. The Infusion Syringe is intended to be used for infusing physician specified fluids through the V2K Rinspiration Catheter.
The V2K Rinspiration Catheter will also be supplied with an accessory Filter Line which is intended to be used to connect the catheter to a continuous vacuum source such as an aspiration pump or hospital vacuum line. The Filter Line has two connections, one male Luer and one slip-fit connector. The male Luer is connected to the aspiration lumen of the V2K Rinspiration Catheter. The slip-fit connector is connected to the continuous vacuum source.
The Filter Line also has an in-line flow control switch and an in-line filter. The in-line flow control switch is used to open/close the connection between the continuous vacuum source and the aspiration lumen of the catheter. This allows the user a simple method to manage the aspiration flow. The in-line filter is used to collect any debris that is aspirated through the catheter and allows the user to clearly visualize what has been aspirated. This also allows for temporary storage, inspection, analysis, transport and / or disposal of the aspirated materials.
# E. Intended Use:
The V2K Rinspiration System is intended to infuse physician specified fluid and remove/aspirate fluid, fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from the peripheral vasculature.
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# F. Predicate Comparison:
The subject V2K Rinspiration Catheter has the same basic catheter design, intended use, and operating principles as the predicate Kerberos Rinspiration System.
The primary update made was to replace the handheld pump (Rinspirator) that was used as part of the Kerberos Rinspiration System to simultaneously operate both an infusion syringe and an aspiration syringe. In the V2K Rinspiration System, the Rinspirator was replaced with the 12cc Infusion Syringe and the Rinspiration Filter Line. These accessories still allow for simultaneous infusion and aspiration.
The catheter hub design was also updated to help make it easier to identify how to connect the catheter to the accessory devices.
Additional updates can be found in the table below which compares the subject device models included in the 510(k) to the most similar predicate device models.
| | Predicate Device | Subject Device |
|-----------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Kerberos Proximal Solutions<br>Rinspiration System | V2K Rinspiration System |
| Product Code | DXE per 21 C.F.R. 870.5150 | DXE per 21 C.F.R. 870.5150<br>KRA per 21 C.F.C 870.1210 |
| Class | Class II | Same |
| Name | Embolectomy Catheter<br>Infusion Catheter | Same |
| Indications for Use | The Kerberos Proximal Solutions<br>Rinspiration Catheter System is<br>intended to infuse physician<br>specified fluid and remove/aspirate<br>fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from<br>the coronary and peripheral<br>vasculature. | The V2K Rinspiration System is<br>intended to infuse physician<br>specified fluid and remove/aspirate<br>fluid, fresh, soft emboli and thrombi<br>from the peripheral vasculature. |
| Catheter &<br>Accessory Materials | Commonly used medical grade<br>plastics & stainless steel. | Same |
| Lubricious Coating | Silicone Oil Solution | Same |
| Catheter Visibility | Radiopaque Tip and Infusion<br>Markers | Same |
| Outer Diameter | 7.0 French (<0.093") | Same |
| Aspiration Lumen<br>ID | ID ≥ 0.050" | ID ≥ 0.048" |
| Infusion Hole<br>Spacing | 9mm | 9mm & 20mm |
| Effective Length | 135cm | Same |
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| | Predicate Device | Subject Device |
|------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------|
| | Kerberos Proximal Solutions<br>Rinspiration System | V2K Rinspiration System |
| Guidewire<br>Compatibility | 0.014” | Same |
| Maximum Infusion<br>Pressure | 3.1 psi | Same |
| Catheter Accessories | 3cc Infusion syringe<br>Infusion Supply Line<br>Rinspirator Handle<br>5cc aspiration syringe<br>In-Line Filter<br>Aspiration bag | 12cc Infusion Syringe with Check<br>Valve<br>Filter Line |
| Sterile Barrier | Tyvek with polymer backing | Same |
| Sterilization | EtO, SAL 10-6 | E-Beam, SAL 10-6 |
| Condition Supplied | Sterile, Single Use, Disposable | Same |
## G. Performance Data Supporting Substantial Equivalence:
Bench and Lab testing was conducted in order to evaluate the differences between the proposed V2K Rinspiration System and the predicate Kerberos Rinspiration System. As V2K has access to the original design verification and validation documentation for the predicate Kerberos Rinspiration System, the data from this testing was leveraged, where possible, for comparison to the proposed V2K Rinspiration System.
The test results were reviewed and found to demonstrate that the differences between the proposed and predicate device do not significantly impact any catheter performance parameters that would affect the safety or efficacy of the proposed V2K Rinspiration Catheter.
A summary of the tests and performance specifications that were evaluated is presented on the following pages. These tests were performed per V2K approved methods based on prior Kerberos test methods and catheter performance standard ISO 10555-1.
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V2K Medical Inc.
1221 Innsbruck Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Phone: 408-940-5587
| Test Performed | Specification Summary |
|-------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Visual Inspection | The product and packaging shall be free of significant defects or<br>assembly issues. |
| Dimensional<br>Verification | All product dimensions critical to device performance shall meet the<br>product specifications with the required tolerances. |
| Catheter Bond<br>Strength | All bonds/joints made throughout the catheter and accessories shall<br>be strong enough to prevent separation during normal use. |
| Fatigue Testing -<br>Infusion | The catheter and accessories shall be able to function and maintain<br>integrity following infusion of a worst-case fluid volume through the<br>infusion lumen. |
| Fatigue Testing -<br>Filter Line | The Filter Line shall function and maintain integrity following<br>continuous aspiration for a clinically relevant time. |
| Fatigue Testing -<br>Flow Control Switch | The flow control switch shall be able to function and maintain<br>integrity following a clinically relevant number of on/off cycles and<br>following continuous aspiration for a clinically relevant time. |
| Freedom from<br>Leakage | The catheter and accessories shall remain free of leaks or damage<br>following exposure to clinically relevant positive pressure and<br>vacuum. |
| Simulated Use | The catheter shall be able to be delivered through a simulated use<br>model and successfully used to infuse fluids, aspirate and be<br>retracted per the IFU without incurring any damage. |
| Infusion Flow Rate<br>& Height | The user shall be able to inject physician specified fluids at a rate of<br>1.5cc/sec without generating excessive pressure/fluid velocity at the<br>distal tip of the catheter. |
| Aspiration Flow<br>Rate | When connected to an aspiration pump, the user should be able to<br>aspirate at an average flow rate >= 1.5cc/sec. |
| Flexibility and Kink<br>Resistance | The catheter shall not kink when passed through clinically relevant<br>bend radii. |
| Strain Relief<br>Flexibility | The strain relief shall protect the catheter shaft when deflected with<br>a force of 1 lbf. |
| Test Performed | Specification Summary |
| Guide Sheath<br>Compatibility /<br>Coating Durability | After a clinically relevant number of insertions and removals<br>through a 7 French guide sheath, the catheter shall be intact with no<br>deformation or kinks and no detectable change in resistance. |
| Guidewire<br>Compatibility | The user shall be able to advance the catheter with little resistance<br>over a 0.014" diameter wire while infusing at a rate of 1.5cc/sec. |
| Radiopacity | The radiopaque markers on the distal and infusion site of catheter<br>shall be visible under typical fluoroscopic methods. |
| Corrosion Test | The metallic components of the catheter shall show no signs of<br>corrosion following worst case exposure conditions to a heated<br>saline solution. |
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# H. Biocompatibility
Biocompatibility testing was performed on all direct and indirect patient contacting components of the V2K Rinspiration System. This testing was conducted to ensure that the components and raw materials used in the proposed V2K Rinspiration System, as well as the manufacturing processes and sterilization processes result in a biocompatible product. All biocompatibility tests were conducted pursuant to 21 CFR Part 58, Good Laboratory Practices, ISO 10993-1, and per the recommendations in FDA guidance document titled. Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process".
A summary of the selected biocompatibility tests performed for the direct and indirect patient contacting components of the V2K Rinspiration System is presented for reference on the following pages. All test results passed, indicating that the V2K Rinspiration is biocompatible for its intended use.
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| Test | Test Method | Extraction<br>Methods/Conditions | Acceptance Criteria | Results |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------|
| Cytotoxicity: ISO<br>MEM Elution<br>Method | ISO 10993-5 | Test device extracted in<br>MEM with 5% serum at<br>37+/-1°C for 24-25 hours. | Sample extracts must<br>yield cell lysis grade 2<br>or lower. | Pass,<br>Non-cytotoxic |
| Sensitization:<br>Magnusson-<br>Kligman Method | ISO 10993-10 | Guinea pigs exposed to test<br>device extracts. Challenged<br>sites observed for skin<br>sensitization 24 +/- 2 and<br>48 +/- 2 hours after<br>removal of extracts.<br><br>Extracts were prepared at<br>37+/-1°C for 72 +/- 2<br>hours. | Test Group shall yield<br>Grade < 1 score on<br>Magnusson and<br>Kligman scale<br>(provided control<br>Grade < 1). | Pass,<br>Non-Sensitizing |
| Irritation: ISO<br>Intracutaneous<br>Toxicity | ISO 10993-10 | Rabbits are injected with<br>extracts of test device.<br>Injection sites<br>examined/scored at 24 +/-<br>2, 48 +/- 2 and 72 +/- 2<br>hours after injections.<br><br>Extracts were prepared at<br>37+/-1°C for 72 +/- 2<br>hours. | The difference in the<br>mean test article and<br>mean control score<br>must be grade 1.0 or<br>lower. | Pass,<br>Non-Irritant |
| Systemic Toxicity | | | | |
| Systemic Toxicity:<br>ISO Systemic<br>Injection | ISO 10993-11 | Mice are injected with<br>extracts of test device.<br>Animals are observed for<br>signs of toxicity<br>immediately after<br>injection, 4+/- 0.75, 24 +/-<br>2, 48 +/- 2 and 72 +/- 2<br>hours after injections.<br>Body weights are<br>measured prior to injection<br>and on all 3 days.<br><br>Extracts were prepared at<br>37+/-1°C for 72 +/- 2<br>hours. | Sample extracts must<br>not cause the<br>following:<br>• > 10% weight loss in<br>3 or more test animals<br>• Mortality of 2 or<br>more test animals<br>• Abnormal behavior<br>in 2 or more test<br>animals | Pass,<br>Non-Toxic |
| Test | Test Method | Extraction<br>Methods/Conditions | Acceptance Criteria | Results |
| Systemic Toxicity:<br>ISO Material<br>Mediated Pyrogen | ISO 10993-11 | Test device extracted in<br>0.9% saline solution and<br>injected in the marginal ear<br>vein. Rectal temperatures<br>recorded prior to injection<br>and every 30 min until 1-3<br>hours post injection.<br><br>Extracts were prepared at<br>37+/- 1°C for 72 +/- 2<br>hours. | Sample Extracts must<br>not cause a total rise in<br>body temperature of<br>$\geq$ 0.5°C. | <b>Pass</b> ,<br><b>Non-pyrogenic</b> |
| Hemocompatibility:<br>ASTM Hemolysis,<br>indirect (human<br>blood) | ISO 10993-4<br>ASTM F756 | Extract exposed to blood<br>cell suspension.<br>Hemoglobin releases is<br>measured. | Sample extracts must<br>be nonhemolytic ( $\leq$<br>2% hemolytic index). | <b>Pass</b> ,<br><b>Non-hemolytic</b> |
| Hemocompatibility:<br>ASTM Hemolysis,<br>direct contact<br>(human blood) | ISO 10993-4<br>ASTM F756 | Test device exposed to<br>blood cell suspension.<br>Hemoglobin releases is<br>measured. | Sample extracts must<br>be nonhemolytic ( $\leq$<br>2% hemolytic index). | <b>Pass</b> ,<br><b>Non-hemolytic</b> |
| Hemocompatibility:<br>Partial<br>Thromboplastin<br>Time (PTT) | ISO 10993-4<br>ASTM F2382 | Test device and controls<br>are directly exposed to<br>human blood plasma with<br>anticoagulants at 37+/- 2°C<br>for 60 +/- 5 minutes.<br><br>Following exposure, the<br>anticoagulant is neutralized<br>and the time for the serum<br>to start clotting is recorded. | The clotting time for<br>the test device should<br>be similar to or less<br>than either a predicate<br>device, a negative<br>control, or the plasma<br>control. | <b>Pass. Minimal<br/>Activator</b> |
| Hemocompatibility:<br>Complement<br>Activation Test | ISO 10993-4<br>ASTM F756 | Preformed in vitro using a<br>prepared Enzyme<br>Immunoassay (EIA) kit.<br>This kit will detect the<br>presence of specific<br>complement enzymes.<br><br>Test device extracted in<br>Normal Human Serum<br>(NHS) at 37+/- 2°C for 0.5,<br>1, and 1.5 hours. | The concentrations of<br>C3a and SC5b-9 in the<br>test samples are<br>statistically similar to<br>the predicate<br>(Exposure Control &<br>Ref Material) control<br>and statistically lower<br>than the positive<br>control for all<br>exposure times. | <b>No Significant<br/>Differences</b> |
| In Vivo<br>Thrombogenicity<br>(Dog) | ISO 10993-4<br>ASTM F756 | Performed in duplicate.<br>Placed in one side of the<br>jugular vein. Vasculature<br>closed up and remains in<br>place for 4 hours. | The device must be<br>nonthrombogenic after<br>4 hours in vivo when<br>compared to a control<br>device (Merit Fountain<br>Infusion Catheter). | <b>Pass</b> .<br><b>Minimal<br/>Thrombus<br/>Formation</b> |
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V2K Medical Inc.
1221 Innsbruck Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Phone: 408-940-5587
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# I. Sterilization
The V2K Rinspiration Catheter and Rinspiration Filter Line are both sterilized using an electron beam process with a sterility assurance level of 1x106. The sterilization process was validated per the VDmax 25 method described in ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137-1, "Sterilization of health care products - Radiation - Part 1: Requirements for development, validation, and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices". A summary of the completed testing is presented below.
| Test Group | Catheter<br>Results | Filter Line<br>Results |
|-------------------------------------------|---------------------|------------------------|
| Sterilization Dose Map | Pass | Pass |
| Bioburden Recovery Correction Factor | Pass | Pass |
| Device Bioburden Assessment | Pass | Pass |
| Sterile Verification Dose | Pass | Pass |
| Bacteriostasis/ Fungistasis (B/F) Testing | Pass | Pass |
## J. Shelf Life and Packaging
Accelerated aging testing based on ASTM F1980 was conducted to verify device, accessory, and packaging performance. A real time aging equivalent of 25 months was used for this testing and will allow for labeling of product with a 2-year shelf life.
Device and accessory performance was verified by repeating the functional tests previously discussed in Section G.
Packaging and sterile barrier integrity through transportation and aging testing was verified per the testing summarized below.
| Test | Test Method | Time<br>Points | Catheter<br>Results | Filter Line<br>Results |
|------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------|----------------|---------------------|------------------------|
| Packaging Visual<br>Inspection | ASTM F1886 /<br>V2K TM00294 | 25 months | Pass | Pass |
| Pouch Integrity Test -<br>Gross Leak Detection | ASTM F2096 | 25 months | Pass | Pass |
| Pouch Seal Strength<br>– Peel Strength | ASTM F88 | 25 months | Pass | Pass |
| Label Integrity | V2K TM00294 | 25 months | Pass | Pass |
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# K. Conclusions
Where differences were identified between the subject V2K Rinspiration Catheter and the predicate Kerberos Rinspiration Catheter, an assessment was conducted to determine if the difference would result in new safety or efficacy concerns regarding the use of the device. As appropriate, bench and lab testing was conducted to support this assessment.
Based on the results of the conducted assessments and testing, it is concluded that V2K Rinspiration System is substantially equivalent to the predicate Kerberos Rinspiration System and that there are no new safety or efficacy concerns associated with the identified differences. This conclusion is based on both devices sharing the same intended use, basic technology characteristics, and performance characteristics, as demonstrated through welldesigned bench and lab testing.
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Learn the FDA Browser
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
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.