K182463 · Biosensors International Pte, Ltd. · EZL · Nov 6, 2019 · Gastroenterology, Urology
Device Facts
Record ID
K182463
Device Name
Silicone Foley Catheter
Applicant
Biosensors International Pte, Ltd.
Product Code
EZL · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
Nov 6, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 876.5130
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Real-World Evidence, Pediatric
Real-World Evidence
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Device
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K182463 · Nov 6, 2019
Silicone Foley Catheter
Biosensors International Pte, Ltd.
Post-market clinical follow-up study data; Clinical evaluation report data
The sponsor utilized post-market clinical follow-up data and a clinical evaluation report to demonstrate the safety and effectiveness of the Silicone Foley Catheter and its accessory (advancer) in a clinical context.
This product is used for temporary urethral catheterization or indwelling catheterization and bladder irrigation.
Device Story
Silicone Foley Catheter facilitates bladder drainage and irrigation; utilizes bladder pressure for urine excretion. Device features inflatable balloon for retention; 2-way or 3-way configurations available. Female-specific model includes advancer accessory to replace tweezers during insertion. Intended for single-use, short-term (up to 14 days) clinical application. Operated by healthcare professionals in clinical settings. Output is physical drainage or irrigation flow; assists in managing urinary retention or bladder maintenance. Benefits include patient comfort and effective bladder management.
Clinical Evidence
Evidence includes a Clinical Evaluation Report, a Post Market Clinical Follow-Up Study (PMCF-2018-01), and validation of the advancer accessory via simulation model testing. Results demonstrate safety and effectiveness for the intended use.
Technological Characteristics
Main shaft material: Silicone. Sizes: 6-30 Fr. Length: 410mm. Balloon sizes: 5ml to 30ml. Sterilization: Ethylene oxide (implied by ISO 11135). Standards: ASTM F623-99(2013), ISO 10993 series (biocompatibility), ISO 11135 (sterilization).
Indications for Use
Indicated for temporary or indwelling urethral catheterization and bladder irrigation in pediatric, male, and female patients.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A urological catheter and accessories is a flexible tubular device that is inserted through the urethra and used to pass fluids to or from the urinary tract. This generic type of device includes radiopaque urological catheters, ureteral catheters, urethral catheters, coudé catheters, balloon retention type catheters, straight catheters, upper urinary tract catheters, double lumen female urethrographic catheters, disposable ureteral catheters, male urethrographic catheters, and urological catheter accessories including ureteral catheter stylets, ureteral catheter adapters, ureteral catheter holders, ureteral catheter stylets, ureteral catheterization trays, and the gastro-urological irrigation tray (for urological use).
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November 6, 2019
Biosensors International Pte. Ltd. Jane Chen Jiayan Junior Associate, Regulatory Affairs 36 Jalan Tukang 619266 Singapore Singapore
Re: K182463
> Trade/Device Name: Silicone Foley Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.5130 Regulation Name: Urological catheter and accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: EZL Dated: September 18, 2019 Received: September 25, 2019
Dear Jane Chen Jiayan:
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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Sincerely,
for Glenn B. Bell, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT3B: Division of Reproductive, Gynecology and Urology Devices OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K182463
Device Name Silicone Foley Catheter
Indications for Use (Describe)
This product is used for temporary urethral catheterization or indwelling catheterization and bladder irrigation.
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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# Section 5: 510(k) Summary
[As required by section 807.92(c)]
# Silicone Foley Catheter (K182463)
### 1. Applicant Information
| Company Name: | Biosensors International Pte Ltd |
|-----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Company Address: | 36 Jalan Tukang, Singapore 619266 |
| Establishment Number: | 2084493 |
| Contact Person: | Jane Chen Jiayan<br>Manager, QA/RA<br>Phone: +65 6213 5777 (Ext: 735)<br>Fax: +65 6213 5737<br>Email: ja.chen@biosensors.com |
| Date Prepared: | 06 Nov 2019 |
#### 2. Device Name and Classification
| Trade Name: | Silicone Foley Catheter |
|--------------------|-------------------------------------|
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 876.5130 |
| Regulation Name: | Urological Catheter and Accessories |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Common Name: | Catheter, Retention Type, Balloon |
| Product Code: | EZL |
### 3. Predicate Device
Disposable Silicone Foley Catheter (K130908)
### 4. Device Description
The Silicone Foley Catheter uses the pressure of the bladder to excrete urine. The balloon of the catheter can be inflated and fixed the catheter in place after being injected with a sterile liquid. Foley catheter (2-way) can be used for bladder drainage, and Foley catheter (3-way) also can be used for bladder irrigation.
Female type Foley Catheter is equipped with the advancer which can be used instead of tweezers during the catheterization.
The Silicone Foley Catheter is for single use, is intended for short-term (less than 14 days) use, and is provided with sterile.
Intended population: Pediatric, Male and Female
Biosensors International Pte Ltd 36 Jalan Tukang, Singapore 619 Phone: +65 6213 577 Fax: +65 6213 5737 o. Req No. 198904428 www.biosensors-ccp.c
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#### 5. Indications for Use
This product is used for temporary urethral catheterization or indwelling catheterization and bladder irrigation.
## 6. Summary of Technological Characteristics of Device in relation to Predicate Device
The technology of Biosensors Silicone Foley Catheter (K182463) is substantially equivalent to the Disposable Silicone Foley Catheter manufactured by Guangdong Baihe Medical Technology Co.,Ltd (K130908), with similar indications for use and design construction. The safety and effectiveness of Biosensors Silicone Foley Catheter have been assessed and discussed further in section 7 below.
| | Subject Device – K182463 | Predicate Device - K130908 |
|---------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| Common Name | Catheter, Retention Type, Balloon | Same |
| Product Code | EZL | Same |
| Regulation Number | 876.5130 | Same |
| Class | II | Same |
| Population | Pediatric, male and female | Same |
| Indications for Use | This product is used for temporary urethral catheterization or indwelling catheterization and bladder irrigation. | Similar |
| French Size | 6 - 30 Fr | Similar |
| Length | $410 \pm 10mm$ | 310mm and 400mm |
| Lumen | Two-way and Three-way | Same |
| Balloon | Yes | Same |
| Balloon Size | 5ml, 5-15ml, 20-30ml, 30ml | 1.5ml, 3ml, 5ml, 10ml, 15ml, 20ml, 30ml |
| Single Use | Yes | Same |
| Sterile | Yes | Same |
| Main Shaft Material | Silicone | Same |
| Validity Period | 2 Years | Same |
| Indwelling Time | No more than 14 days | No more than 30 days |
| Use with Accessory | Yes | No |
#### Comparison between Subject Device and Predicate Device:
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## 7. Description of Non-Clinical Testing
Testina includes:
- . Bench testing of the functional performance
- l Biocompatibility testing
- I Sterilization validation
- Shelf life validation
- . Simulation Shipment validation.
Standards applied to Non-clinical Testing includes:
- l Functional performance testing: ASTM F623-99(2013), ISO 2859-1:1999, ISO 8536-4:2010, USP
- . Biocompatibility testing: ISO 10993-3: 2014 Part 3: Tests for genotoxicity, carcinogenicity and reproductive toxicity ISO 10993-5:2009 Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity
ISO 10993-5:2009 Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity
ISO 10993-9:2019 Part 9: Tests for potential degradation
- ISO 10993-6: 2016 Part 6: Tests for local effects after implantation
- ISO 10993-10: 2010 Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization
- ISO 10993-11: 2017 Part 11: Tests for systemic toxicity
- . Sterilization validation: ISO 11135: 2014, ISO11138-1:2017, ISO 11138-2:2017, ISO 10993-7: 2008/AC:2009, ISO 11737-1:2018, ISO 11737-2: 2009
- Shelf life and simulation shipment validation: ASTM F623-99(2013), ASTMF88/F88M-15, ASTMF1929-15, ASTM F1886/F1886M-16, ISO 11135-2014, EN ISO11607-1:2017, EN ISO11607-2:2017
Results demonstrate that the device is safe and effective in meeting user requirements in accordance with its intended use.
### 8. Description of Clinical data
Clinical Data includes:
- Clinical Evaluation Report, CER-FC-001(A2) ■
- . Silicone Foley Catheter Post Market Clinical Follow-Up Study, PMCF-2018-01(A1)
- . Validation protocol and report for simulation model test of Silicone Foley Catheter -Advancer, VPFC-2018-009(01) and TRFC-2018-009 (01)
- Clinical Data - Evaluation Form of Silicone Foley Catheter
Results of Clinical evaluation, simulation model test with advancer and Clinical Data demonstrate the safety and the effectiveness of Silicone Foley Catheter and using with the accessory - Advancer.
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#### 9. Conclusion
The Silicone Foley Catheter has the similar intended use, technological characteristics and performance characteristics as its predicate device. Performance test results demonstrate that the subject device meets its intended use. It is for these reasons that the subject device can be found substantially equivalent with its predicate device.
Biosensors International Pte Ltd 36 Jalan Tukang, Singapore 619266
Phone: +65 6213 5777
Fax: +65 6213 5777
Co. Reg No. 1989044280G
www.biosensors-cop.com
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