SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System and SherpaPak Kidney Transport System
K180194 · Paragonix Technologies, Inc. · MSB · Mar 30, 2018 · Gastroenterology, Urology
Device Facts
Record ID
K180194
Device Name
SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System and SherpaPak Kidney Transport System
Applicant
Paragonix Technologies, Inc.
Product Code
MSB · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
Mar 30, 2018
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 876.5880
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Organ storage and preservation for transplantation.
Device Story
System provides static hypothermic storage for donor hearts/kidneys during transport. Components include outer EPS shipping container, inner/outer hard shell (Sherpa Canister/Shell), and temperature data logger. Organ is immersed in cold storage solution within rigid, sterile, double-barrier canister. Temperature probe provides direct measurement of storage solution; data transmitted to logger and viewable via mobile app. Used by transplant teams to maintain organ temperature between 4°C and 8°C. System ensures organ viability during transit, facilitating successful transplantation.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Testing included biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1), electrical safety/EMC (EN 60601-1, EN 60601-1-6, EN 62366), transportation (ASTM D4169-09), thermal qualification (maintaining 4°C-8°C for 4/24 hours), and helium leak testing for seal integrity.
Technological Characteristics
System uses static cold ischemic storage. Materials include polycarbonate (canister) and rigid EPS (shipping container). Features direct temperature probe, data logger, and mobile app connectivity. Sterilization applied to Sherpa Pak, Shell, and heart connector. Complies with EN 60601-1, EN 60601-1-6, EN 62366, and ASTM D4169-09.
Indications for Use
Indicated for static hypothermic preservation of donor hearts (up to 4 hours) or kidneys (up to 24 hours) during transportation for transplantation, using cold storage solutions. Hearts exceeding clinically accepted preservation times require surgeon evaluation.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An isolated kidney perfusion and transport system and accessories is a device that is used to support a donated or a cadaver kidney and to maintain the organ in a near-normal physiologic state until it is transplanted into a recipient patient. This generic type of device may include tubing, catheters, connectors, an ice storage or freezing container with or without bag or preservatives, pulsatile or nonpulsatile hypothermic isolated organ perfusion apparatus with or without oxygenator, and disposable perfusion set.
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March 30, 2018
Paragonix Technologies, Inc. % Leo L. Basta Official Correspondent Northstar Biomedical Associates 93 Benefit Street Providence, RI 02904
Re: K180194
> Trade/Device Name: SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System SherpaPak Kidney Transport System Regulation Number: 21 CFR§ 876.5880 Regulation Name: Isolated Kidney Perfusion and Transport System and Accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MSB. KDN Dated: January 22, 2018 Received: January 24, 2018
Dear Leo L. Basta:
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K180194
Device Name SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System SherpaPak Kidney Transport System
Indications for Use (Describe) SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System
The SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System is intended to be used for the static hypothermic preservation of hearts during transportation and eventual transplantation into a recipient using colutions indicated for use with the heart.
The intended organ storage time for the SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System is up to 4 hours.
Donor hearts exceeding clinically accepted static hypothermic preservation times should be evaluated by the transplant surgeon to determine transplantability in accordance with accepted clinical guidelines and in the best medical interest of the intended recipient.
SherpaPak Kidney Transport System
The SherpaPak Kidney Transport System is intended to be used for the static hypothermic preservation of kidney organs during transportation and eventual transplantation into a recipient using colutions indicated for use with this organ.
The SherpaPak Kidney Transport System can maintain the donor organ storage temperature between 4 C and 8 C through 24 hours.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| <div> <span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </span> </div> |
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| <div> <span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> </div> |
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#### 510(k) Summary - K180194 SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System SherpaPak Kidney Transport System
| Submitter: | Paragonix Technologies Inc.<br>c/o Vaughn & Associates<br>639 Granite Street<br>Braintree, MA02184 |
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| Contact Person: | Leo Basta<br>Northstar Biomedical Associates<br>93 Benefit Street<br>Providence, RI, 02904<br>Phone: 617.834.9866<br>lbasta@northstarbiomedical.com |
| Date Prepared: | March 30, 2018 |
| Trade Name: | SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System<br>SherpaPak Kidney Transport System |
| Classification Name: | Isolated Kidney Perfusion and Transport System<br>and Accessories |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 876.5880 |
| Product Code: | MSB and KDN |
| Predicate Devices: | Sherpa Pak Cardiac Transport System (K133432)<br>And Sherpa Pak Kidney Transport System (K133694) |
#### Device Description:
The SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System and SherpaPak Kidney Transport System result from modifications made to the cleared Sherpa Pak Cardiac Transport System and Sherpa Pak Kidney Transport System most recently cleared under K133432 and K133694, respectively. The principle of operation of the modified devices is identical to that of the cleared devices, namely, cold static storage and transportation of donor hearts (Cardiac version) or donor kidneys (Kidney version), using cleared preservation solutions specific to the organ type being transported. Further, the modified designs have the same indications for use and utilize the same technology as the predicate devices.
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The subject SherpaPak design (cardiac and kidney) like its predecessor, consists of 1) outer transport shipper which contains within it various non-ice based temperature controlled packaging elements, 2) an inner and outer hard shell assembly (i.e. Sherpa Canister/Sherpa Shell) which provides a double, rigid barrier shipper in which the heart/kidney is immersed and suspended in a cold storage solution cleared for use in storing and transporting donor hearts/kidneys, and 3) a data logger that monitors and displays the temperature of the cold storage solution in which the heart/kidney is stored during transport.
The following modifications were made from the predicate to subject devices:
- 1. Change to the exterior shipping container to incorporate insulating capabilities using rigid EPS material,
- 2. Elimination of separate EPS and PIR panels which are no longer necessary to maintain temperature during preservation and transport (reducing system bulk),
- 3. Modification of the Phase Change Material (PCM) cooling packs and configuration used to maintain temperature during preservation and transport,
- 4. Direct measurement of cold storage solution temperature using a temperature probe inserted within the Sherpa Canister,
- 5. Modifications to the Sherpa Canister and Shell to a) incorporate the ability to transmit temperature data from the temperature probe to the data logger and ergonomic changes providing easier handling during use (e.g., handle on the Sherpa Shell lid), and
- 6. Ability to use a mobile app to see temperature during transport.
#### Intended Use:
Organ storage and preservation for transplantation.
#### Indications for Use:
#### SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System
The SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System is intended to be used for the static hypothermic preservation of hearts during transportation and eventual transplantation into a recipient using cold storage solutions indicated for use with the heart.
The intended organ storage time for the SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System is up to 4 hours.
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Donor hearts exceeding clinically accepted static hypothermic preservation times should be evaluated by the transplant surgeon to determine transplantability in accordance with accepted clinical guidelines and in the best medical interest of the intended recipient.
## SherpaPak Kidney Transport System
The SherpaPak Kidney Transport System is intended to be used for the static hypothermic preservation of kidney organs during transportation and eventual transplantation into a recipient using cold storage solutions indicated for use with this organ.
The SherpaPak Kidney Transport System can maintain the donor organ storage temperature between 4 C and 8 C through 24 hours.
## Functional Testing:
The premarket notification was submitted to implement modifications to the currently cleared Sherpa Pak Cardiac and Kidney Transport Systems. Testing performed related to the modifications made to the cleared devices included the following:
- . Biocompatibility testing of any new materials that contact the body
- The biocompatibility evaluation for the modified devices was conducted in o accordance with International Standard ISO 10993-1: 2009 "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 1: Evaluation and Testing Within a Risk Management Process," as recognized by FDA. The battery of testing included the following tests: Cytotoxicity, Sensitization, Irritation, Acute Systemic toxicity, Material Mediated Pyrogenicity, Hemocompatibility, and Genotoxicity testing
- Electrical Safety and EMC testing in conformance with ●
- EN 60601-1: 2006 +A11:2011 + CORR.1:2006 + CORR.2:2007 + CORR.3: 2010 o MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT PART 1: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFETY; EN 60601-1-6: 2010 + A1:2014 MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT PART 1-6: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BASIC SAFETY AND ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE - COLLATERAL STANDARD: USABILITY; EN 62366:2007 + A1:2014 MEDICAL DEVICES -APPLICATION OF USABILITY ENGINEERING TO MEDICAL DEVICES
- Transportation Test ●
- The purpose of this test was to evaluate the entire System when subjected to the o rigors of transportation. The System was tested using a modified protocol per ASTM D4169-09. The protocol tested vibration and altitude stresses on the system.
- Thermal qualification .
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- The modified SherpaPak System is required to store and transport a donor heart o (or kidney) in cold storage solution between 4°C - 8°C for up to 4 hours (cardiac) and 24 hours kidney). This test was performed to demonstrate the system could meet this specification.
- Helium Leak Testing .
- The purpose of this test was to evaluate the seal integrity of the organ container O (Canister and Shell) that contains the donor organ and the cold storage solution. The Canister and Shell are both provided sterile and are intended to maintain sterility during transport of the donor heart in solution.
## Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device
The following table compares the SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System and SherpaPak Kidney Transport System with the predicated devices.
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| Characteristic | Modified SherpaPak Cardiac/Kidney Transport System<br>K180194 | Sherpa Pak Cardiac Transport System Device and Sherpa Pak<br>Kidney Transport System - K133432, K133694, respectively |
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| Intended Use | Organ storage and preservation for transplantation. | Organ storage and preservation for transplantation. |
| Indications for<br>Use | Cardiac<br>The SherpPak Cardiac Transport System is intended to be used<br>for the static hypothermic preservation of hearts during<br>transportation and eventual transplantation into a recipient using<br>cold storage solution indicated for use with the heart.<br>The intended organ storage time for the Sherpa Pak Cardiac<br>Transport System is up to 4 hours.<br>Donor hearts exceeding clinically accepted static hypothermic<br>preservation times should be evaluated by the transplant surgeon<br>to determine transplantability in accordance with accepted<br>clinical guidelines and in the best medical interest of the<br>intended recipient.<br>Kidney<br>The SherpaPak Kidney Transport System is intended to be used<br>for the static hypothermic preservation of kidney organs during<br>transportation and eventual transplantation into a recipient using<br>cold storage solutions indicated for use with the organ.<br>The Sherpa Pak Kidney Transport System can maintain the | Cardiac<br>The SherpPak Cardiac Transport System is intended to be used for<br>the static hypothermic preservation of hearts during transportation<br>and eventual transplantation into a recipient using cold storage<br>solution indicated for use with the heart.<br>The intended organ storage time for the Sherpa Pak Cardiac<br>Transport System is up to 4 hours.<br>Donor hearts exceeding clinically accepted static hypothermic<br>preservation times should be evaluated by the transplant surgeon to<br>determine transplantability in accordance with accepted clinical<br>guidelines and in the best medical interest of the intended recipient.<br>Kidney<br>The Sherpa Pak Kidney Transport System is intended to be used for<br>the static hypothermic preservation of kidney organs during<br>transportation and eventual transplantation into a recipient using<br>cold storage solutions indicated for use with the organ.<br>The Sherpa Pak Kidney Transport System can maintain the donor<br>organ storage temperature between 4°C and 8°C through 24 hours. |
| | donor organ storage temperature between 4°C and 8°C through<br>24 hours. | |
| Regulation<br>Number | 878.5880 | 878.5880 |
| Product Code | MSB (cardiac), KDN (kidney) | MSB (cardiac), KDN (kidney) |
| Characteristic | Modified SherpaPak Cardiac/Kidney Transport System<br>K180194 | Sherpa Pak Cardiac Transport System Device and Sherpa Pak<br>Kidney Transport System - K133432, K133694, respectively |
| Device<br>Classification<br>Name | Device Classification Name - Isolated kidney perfusion and<br>transport system and accessories | Device Classification Name - Isolated kidney perfusion and transport<br>system and accessories |
| | And | And |
| | Device Classification Name - System & Accessories, Isolated<br>Heart, Transport & Preservation | Device Classification Name - System & Accessories, Isolated Heart,<br>Transport & Preservation |
| Mode of<br>Operation | Static cold ischemic storage | Static cold ischemic storage |
| Meets UNOS<br>Policy 51 | Yes | Yes |
| Organ container | Two rigid airtight containers one of which contains the cold<br>storage solution in which the organ is immersed. | Two rigid airtight containers one of which contains the cold storage<br>solution in which the heart is immersed. |
| | Material - Polycarbonate | Material - Polycarbonate |
| | Inner Canister with temperature probe slot for direct temperature<br>measurement of storage solution. | Outer Shell with slot for temperature probe for indirect temperature<br>measurement of storage solution. |
| Cooling | Temperature preconditioned storage solution and temperature<br>controlled packaging including preconditioned phase change<br>material cold packs. | Temperature preconditioned storage solution and temperature<br>controlled packaging including preconditioned phase change material<br>cold packs, PIR insulating panels, and Expandable Polystyrene<br>panels |
| Characteristic | Modified SherpaPak Cardiac/Kidney Transport System<br>K180194 | Sherpa Pak Cardiac Transport System Device and Sherpa Pak<br>Kidney Transport System - K133432, K133694, respectively |
| System<br>components | Image: Modified SherpaPak Cardiac/Kidney Transport System K180194<br>Outer molded EPS Shipping container with wheels and extending handle PCM Cold Pack Panels Sherpa Pak and Sherpa Pak Shell Temperature data logger Mobile app to monitor temperature | Image: Sherpa Pak Cardiac Transport System Device and Sherpa Pak Kidney Transport System - K133432, K133694, respectively<br>Outer plastic corrugated container (top and base with wheels) PIR insulating panels PCM Cold Pack Panels EPS panels Sherpa Pak and Sherpa Pak Shell Temperature data logger Separate Timer |
| Single<br>Use/Reuse | Entire system is single use/patient only. | Entire system is single use/patient only. |
| Sterilization | Sherpa Pak, Sherpa Pak Shell, and Heart connector (cardiac version) are sterile. All other components are non-sterile. | Sherpa Pak, Sherpa Pak Shell, and Heart connector (cardiac version) are sterile. All other components are non-sterile. |
| Biocompatibility | Direct and indirect heart contact materials have been tested for biocompatibility. | Direct and indirect heart contact materials have been tested for biocompatibility. |
| Characteristic | Modified SherpaPak Cardiac/Kidney Transport System<br>K180194 | Sherpa Pak Cardiac Transport System Device and Sherpa Pak<br>Kidney Transport System - K133432, K133694, respectively |
| Storage<br>Temperature<br>Duration | Device can maintain 4° C to 8° C through 44 hours. | Device can maintain 4° C to 8° C through 36 hours. |
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## Conclusion:
The design, intended use, principles of operation, and technological characteristics of the SherpaPak Cardiac Transport System and SherpaPak Kidney Transport System are substantially equivalent to the previously cleared Sherpa Pak Cardiac Transport System and the Sherpa Pak Cardiac Transport System (K133432) and Sherpa Pak Kidney Transport System (K133694), respectively. All of the employed components are very similar to those of the cleared Sherpa Pak devices and utilize the same fundamental scientific technology. The modifications made were such to improve manufacturability and user ergonomics of the system and do not change the devices' intended use. Based upon the descriptive information provided and the testing conducted, the modified SherpaPak Cardiac and Kidney Transport Systems are substantially equivalent to their predicates.
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