The Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon device is indicated for use in the 4-quadrant collection and retrieval of surface cells from the esophagus in adults (22 years of age or older). The device may be delivered transorally under direct endoscopic visualization.
Device Story
Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon is an inflatable biopsy platform for esophageal cell collection. Device consists of a catheter with a distal silicone balloon featuring 6 collection pleats containing cytology collection strips. During insertion, strips are covered by pleats; upon inflation via syringe, strips are exposed to collect surface cells. Includes 4 proximal indicator dots for orientation. Used in clinical settings by physicians during esophagoscopy. Device is sterile, single-use. Output is a collected cytology specimen for diagnostic analysis. Benefits include standardized 4-quadrant sampling of esophageal surface cells.
Clinical Evidence
Animal study (n=6 swine) compared subject device to reference cytology brush. Primary endpoints: safety (tissue inflammation/edema) and effectiveness (cellularity/diagnostic utility of samples). Results: no procedure-related complications, no inflammatory response/edema, and samples were morphologically comparable to reference brush. Bench testing included dimensional, functional, tensile strength, and inflation/deflation cycle testing.
Technological Characteristics
Silicone balloon with 6 pleats and cytology collection strips. Catheter-based delivery. EO sterilization. Single-use. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1. Dimensions: 7mm uninflated OD, 20mm inflated min OD, 84mm balloon length, 1250mm min working length. Manual inflation/deflation via syringe.
Indications for Use
Indicated for 4-quadrant collection and retrieval of esophageal surface cells in adults (age 22+). Delivered transorally under direct endoscopic visualization.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An esophagoscope (flexible or rigid) and accessories is a tubular endoscopic device with any of a group of accessory devices which attach to the esophagoscope and is intended to examine or treat esophageal malfunction symptoms, esophageal or mediastinal disease, or to remove foreign bodies from the esophagus. When inserted, the device extends from the area of the hypopharynx to the stomach. It is typically used with a fiberoptic light source and carrier to provide illumination. The device is made of materials such as stainless steel or flexible plastic. This generic type of device includes the flexible foreign body claw, flexible biopsy forceps, rigid biopsy curette, flexible biopsy forceps and flexible biopsy curette, but excludes the fiberoptic light source and carrier.
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June 13, 2019
ADN International LLC % Eric Bannon Regulatory Consultant AlvaMed, Inc. 935 Great Plain Avenue, #166 Needham, MA 02492
Re: K182159
> Trade/Device Name: Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon Regulation Number: 21 CFR§ 874.4710 Regulation Name: Esophagoscope (Flexible or Rigid) and Accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: EOX, FDX, BTR Dated: May 15, 2019 Received: May 16, 2019
Dear Eric Bannon:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K182159
Device Name Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon device is indicated for use in the 4-quadrant collection and retrieval of surface cells from the esophagus in adults (22 years of age or older). The device may be delivered transorally under direct endoscopic visualization.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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#### 5.0 510(K) SUMMARY FOR STROME-BLITZER CYTOLOGY BALLOON CATHETER DEVICE
| Date of Preparation: | August 6, 2018 |
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| Applicant (Submitter): | ADN International LLC<br>425 West 59th Street<br>New York, NY 10019<br>Tel: (917) 703-2517 |
| Correspondent Contact Information: | Eric Bannon<br>AlvaMed Inc.<br>1116 Great Plain Avenue, #1<br>Needham, MA 02492<br>Tel: (888) 331-3485<br>Fax: (617) 249-0955<br>e-mail:<br>ebannon@alvamed.com |
| Device Proprietary Name: | Strome-Blitzer Cytology<br>Balloon |
| Device Common Name: | Cytology Balloon |
| Device Classification Regulation &<br>Name: | 21 CFR 874.4710,<br>Esophagoscope (flexible or<br>rigid) and accessories |
| Device Classification & Product Code: | Class II, EOX, FDX, BTR |
| Prior FDA Document Numbers: | None |
| Basis of Submission: | Traditional 510(k) based on<br>K911588 (predicate device),<br>K103437 (reference device) |
| Number of Devices in Submission: | 1 |
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## 5.1 Indications for Use
The Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon device is indicated for use in the 4-quadrant collection and retrieval of surface cells from the esophagus in adults (22 years of age or older). The device may be delivered transorally under direct endoscopic visualization.
# 5.2 Device Description
The Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon is an inflatable biopsy platform. It consists of a catheter with a silicone balloon at its distal end. The balloon has 6 collection pleats on its surface. Inside each pleat are 2 cytology collection strips for specimen collection. While the balloon is uninflated, the strips are covered by the balloon pleats. When inflated, the strips are exposed. The balloon inflates and deflates with the use of a syringe and attached catheter, and is a sterile, single-use device. There are 4 location indicator dots on the proximal balloon surface for orientation during esophagoscopy.
| Subject:<br>Strome-Blitzer<br>Cytology Balloon | Predicate Device:<br>Brandt Esophageal<br>Cytology Balloon | Reference Device:<br>US Endoscopy<br>Cytology Brush | |
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| Manufacturer | ADN International LLC | Wilson-Cook Medical,<br>Inc. | United States<br>Endoscopy Group, Inc. |
| 510(k) Number | (to be determined) | K911588 | K103437 |
| Product Code | EOX, FDX, BTR | EOX | FDX |
| Regulation<br>Number | 874.4710 | 874.4710 | 876.1500 |
| Regulation<br>Description | Esophagoscope<br>(flexible or rigid) and<br>accessories | Esophagoscope (flexible<br>or rigid) and accessories | Endoscope and<br>accessories |
| Common<br>Name | Cytology balloon | Cytology balloon | Endoscopic cytology<br>brush |
| | Subject:<br>Strome-Blitzer<br>Cytology Balloon | Predicate Device:<br>Brandt Esophageal<br>Cytology Balloon | Reference Device:<br>US Endoscopy<br>Cytology Brush |
| Indications for<br>Use | The Strome-Blitzer<br>Cytology Balloon<br>device is indicated for<br>use in the 4-quadrant<br>collection and<br>retrieval of surface<br>cells from the<br>esophagus in adults<br>(22 years of age or<br>older). The device<br>may be delivered<br>transorally under<br>direct endoscopic<br>visualization. | The Brandt<br>Esophageal Cytology<br>Balloon is indicated for<br>use in the collection<br>and retrieval of surface<br>cells in the esophagus. | The disposable<br>Cytology Brush is<br>intended to be used<br>to retrieve cytological<br>cell samples in the<br>gastrointestinal tract. |
| Sterility | EO Sterilization | Data Not Available | EO sterilization |
| Single-Use | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biocompat-<br>ibility | Complies with ISO<br>10993-1 | Since 510(k) cleared, it<br>is assumed that the<br>device is biocompatible | Since 510(k) cleared, it<br>is assumed that the<br>device is biocompatible |
| Design<br>Characteristics | Balloon with pleats<br>that open upon<br>inflation to expose<br>cytology collection<br>strips Device can be<br>delivered<br>transorally (under<br>direct<br>esophagoscopic<br>visualization) | Balloon with nipple-<br>like projections for<br>cytology collection Passed alongside<br>scope: transoral<br>delivery (under<br>direct<br>esophagoscopic<br>visualization) Cytology results<br>were similar<br>between balloon<br>and cytology brush | Brush with<br>abrasive bristles<br>for cytology<br>collection Passes through<br>scope working<br>channel to desired<br>location and is<br>rotated to collect<br>cells |
| | Subject:<br>Strome-Blitzer<br>Cytology Balloon | Predicate Device:<br>Brandt Esophageal<br>Cytology Balloon | Reference Device:<br>US Endoscopy<br>Cytology Brush |
| Dimensions | Uninflated balloon outer diameter: 7 mm (without application of negative pressure) Inflated balloon minimum outer diameter: 20 mm Balloon length (without catheter): 84 mm Minimum total working length: 1250 mm | Uninflated balloon diameter: 10 mm Inflated balloon outer diameter: 35 mm Balloon length: 25 mm | Brush diameter: 1-3 mm (various adult sizes) Brush length: 1200-2400 mm (various adult sizes) |
## 5.3 Substantial Equivalence Information
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## 5.4 Comparison to Predicate Device
Both devices are designed for collection of esophageal tissue for cytology analysis. Both devices share similar designs, modes of operation, single-use disposition and sterility, intended use, and materials.
The primary differences between the predicate and subject devices are in their methods of sample collection and routes of delivery. The Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon uses cvtology collection strips in pleats on the balloon surface rather than the nipple-like projections used in the predicate Brandt Balloon. The U.S. Endoscopy Cytology Brush (K103437) device was used in testing of the subject device in animals due to the unavailability of the Brandt Balloon and for its similarity to the cytology collection strips used in the subject device.
Finally, as demonstrated in the results of design verification, bench testing, and animal studies, any differences in design do not adversely affect performance compared to the predicate device, and the devices are substantially equivalent.
#### 5.5 Summary of Supporting Data
ADN International LLC conducted the following performance testing for the Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon device.
#### 5.5.1 Dimensional and Functional Performance Testing (Bench)
- . Cytology collection strip inspection
- Balloon bond joint inspection
- Distal atraumatic tip inspection ●
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K182159 Page 5 of 5 5.0 510(k) Summary Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon Traditional 510(k)
- . Device trackability and balloon to shaft joint integrity test
- . Device total length
- Balloon length
- . Catheter shaft internal diameter
- . Catheter shaft outer diameter
- Maximum balloon profile (deflated)
- . Axial orientation indicator dot inspection
- . Balloon inflation-deflation cycle test
- . Device kink resistance to evaluate balloon's ability to contain strips during device insertion and removal
- Balloon pressure evaluation and burst test
- . Shaft to Luer joint tensile strength
- . Shaft to balloon ioint tensile strenath
#### 5.5.2 Animal Study of Safety and Effectiveness
The subject device was compared to the U.S. Endoscopy Cytology Brush due to commercial unavailability of the Brandt Balloon and similarity of cytology collection strips on the subject device to the action of the Cytology Brush.
Six swine underwent transoral esophagoscopy and cytology collection with the Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon and the U.S. Endoscopy Cytology Brush. There were no procedure-related complications in this study. Acceptance criteria for the subject device were met: cytologic examination of esophageal smears prepared with the Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon resulted in diagnostically useful cytology samples of high cellularity that were morphologically comparable to those generated with the reference cytology brush. Cytology collection procedures were well tolerated by the animals, with no inflammatory response or edema in the tissue of the distal esophagus in control or test areas.
#### 5.6 Conclusion
A comparison of the Strome-Blitzer Cytology Balloon to the legally marketed predicate demonstrates the same intended use. Bench and animal testing support the conclusion that any differences in product design between subject and predicate do not raise new questions of safety and effectiveness for the proposed indication. Comparative testing demonstrates the subject device meets or exceeds established specifications. The device performs as well as or better than the legally marketed predicate, supporting substantial equivalence.
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