DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System, DyeVert™ PLUS EZ Contrast Reduction System, DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit, Smart Syringe, DyeVert™ PLUS EZ Contrast Reduction System
K183267 · Osprey Medical, Inc. · DXT · Dec 20, 2018 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K183267
Device Name
DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System, DyeVert™ PLUS EZ Contrast Reduction System, DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit, Smart Syringe, DyeVert™ PLUS EZ Contrast Reduction System
Applicant
Osprey Medical, Inc.
Product Code
DXT · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Dec 20, 2018
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1650
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System is to be used for the controlled infusion and contrast volume reduction of radiopaque contrast media for angiographic procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg/mL, Iohexol 300 or 350 mgI/mL and Iopamidol 370 mgI/mL. The DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System consists of a Display and DyeVert Plus Disposable Kit. The system is to be used for contrast volume reduction and for the monitoring of radiopaque contrast media during angiographic or CT procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg/mL, lohexol 300 or 350 mg/mL and Iopamidol 370 mg/ mL. The DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit consists of a Smart Syringe and Pressure Module to be used with the Contrast Monitoring Display during angiographic or CT procedures requiring controlled infusion of radiopague contrast media. The Smart Syringe is to be used with the DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System or the Contrast Monitoring System. The DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System is to be used for contrast volume reduction and for the monitoring of radiopaque contrast media during angiographic or CT procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg/l mL, Iohexol 300 or 350 mgI/mL and Iopamidol 370 mg/mL. The Contrast Monitoring System is to be used during angiographic or CT procedures requiring controlled infusion of radiopaque contrast media. The DyeVert™ Plus EZ Contrast Reduction System consists of a Display and DyeVert Plus EZ Disposable Kit. The system is to be used for contrast volume reduction and for the monitoring of radiopaque contrast media during angiographic or CT procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg/mL, Iohexol 300 or 350 mg/mL and Iopamidol 370 mgI/mL.
Device Story
Systems (DyeVert NG, Plus, Plus EZ, DyeTect) facilitate manual contrast injections during angiographic/CT procedures; provide fluid pathway resistance modulation to minimize excess (refluxed) contrast volume in patient vasculature; enable reduced total contrast agent volume while maintaining image quality. DyeTect/Smart Syringe provide monitoring of delivered contrast amount. Used in clinical settings (angiography/CT suites) by medical professionals. Output (visual monitoring/reduced volume) assists clinicians in managing contrast administration, potentially reducing risk of contrast-induced nephropathy.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical testing was performed to support this 510(k) notification. Substantial equivalence is supported by non-clinical bench testing, specifically sterilization validation and residuals testing per ISO standards.
Technological Characteristics
Fluid pathway resistance modulation systems for manual contrast injection. Components include disposable kits, smart syringes, pressure modules, and displays. Sterilization via ethylene oxide gas (ISO 11135:2014). Residuals meet ISO 10993-7:2008. Connectivity involves monitoring displays for contrast volume tracking.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing angiographic or CT procedures requiring controlled infusion of radiopaque contrast media (Iodixanol, Iohexol, or Iopamidol). Used for contrast volume reduction and monitoring of contrast delivery.
Regulatory Classification
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is a non-patient contacting balloon inflation syringe intended only to inflate/deflate balloon catheters and monitor pressure within the balloon, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 870.9.
Predicate Devices
DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System (K161505, K171217)
DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System (K163054, K171217)
DyeVert™ Plus EZ Contrast Reduction System (K181936)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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December 20, 2018
Osprey Medical, Inc. Melanie Hess Vice President of Regulatory, Compliance and Quality 5600 Rowland Rd. Suite 250 Minnetonka. Minnesota 55343
# Re: K183267
Trade/Device Name: DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System, DyeVert™ PLUS EZ Contrast Reduction System, DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit, Smart Syringe, DyeVert™ PLUS EZ Contrast Reduction System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1650 Regulation Name: Angiographic Injector And Syringe Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DXT Dated: November 21, 2018 Received: November 27, 2018
Dear Melanie Hess:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the devices referenced above and have determined the devices are 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.
Lydia S. Glaw -S
Digitally signed by Lydia S. Glaw -S Date: 2018.12.20 11:00:45 -05'00'
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) K183267
#### Device Name
DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System, DyeVert™ PLUS EZ Contrast Reduction System, DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit, Smart Syringe, DyeVert™ PLUS EZ Contrast Reduction System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
#### DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System
The DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System is to be used for the controlled infusion and contrast volume reduction of radiopaque contrast media for angiographic procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg/mL, Iohexol 300 or 350 mgI/mL and Iopamidol 370 mgI/mL.
### DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System
The DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System consists of a Display and DyeVert Plus Disposable Kit. The system is to be used for contrast volume reduction and for the monitoring of radiopaque contrast media during angiographic or CT procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg/mL, lohexol 300 or 350 mg/mL and Iopamidol 370 mg/ mL.
### DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit
The DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit consists of a Smart Syringe and Pressure Module to be used with the Contrast Monitoring Display during angiographic or CT procedures requiring controlled infusion of radiopague contrast media.
#### Smart Syringe
The Smart Syringe is to be used with the DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System or the Contrast Monitoring System. The DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System is to be used for contrast volume reduction and for the monitoring of radiopaque contrast media during angiographic or CT procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg/l mL, Iohexol 300 or 350 mgI/mL and Iopamidol 370 mg/mL. The Contrast Monitoring System is to be used during angiographic or CT procedures requiring controlled infusion of radiopaque contrast media.
### DyeVert Plus EZ Disposable Kit
The DyeVert™ Plus EZ Contrast Reduction System consists of a Display and DyeVert Plus EZ Disposable Kit. The system is to be used for contrast volume reduction and for the monitoring of radiopaque contrast media during angiographic or CT procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg/mL, Iohexol 300 or 350 mg/mL and Iopamidol 370 mgI/mL.
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510(k) Summary
#### 510(k) Summary As required by 21CFR 807.92(c) 510(k) Number: K183267 Date Prepared: November 21, 2018 Submitter's Name/Address: Osprev Medical 5600 Rowland Road Suite 250 Minnetonka, MN 55343 Contact Person: Melanie Hess Vice President, Regulatory Affairs, Compliance and Quality Tel: 952-955-8252 Fax: 952-955-8171 Mhess@ospreymed.com Author: Daniel Shertok Director Quality Tel: 952-955-8249 Fax: 952-955-8171 dshertok@ospreymed.com Subject Devices: Trade Name/Proprietary Name: DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System Common Name: Injector and Syringe, Angiographic Classification Registration: 21 CFR § 870.1650 Product Code: DXT CDRH/Interventional Cardiology Devices Branch (ICDB) FDA Center/Branch: Predicate Device Trade Name: DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System Predicate Device 510(k) Number(s): K161505(initial), K171217 (subsequent design change from machined to injection-molded components) DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System Trade Name/Proprietary Name: Common Name: Injector and Syringe, Angiographic Classification Registration: 21 CFR § 870.1650 Product Code: DXT FDA Center/Branch: CDRH/Interventional Cardiology Devices Branch (ICDB) DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System Predicate Device Trade Name: Predicate Device 510(k) Number(s): K163054 (initial), K171217 (subsequent design change from machined to injection-molded components) DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit Trade Name/Proprietary Name: Common Name: Injector and Syringe, Angiographic Classification Registration: 21 CFR § 870.1650 Product Code: DXT CDRH/Interventional Cardiology Devices Branch (ICDB) FDA Center/Branch: DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit Predicate Device Trade Name: Predicate Device 510(k) Number(s): K163054
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| Trade Name/Proprietary Name: | Smart Syringe |
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| Common Name: | Injector and Syringe, Angiographic |
| Classification Registration: | 21 CFR § 870.1650 |
| Product Code: | DXT |
| FDA Center/Branch: | CDRH/Interventional Cardiology Devices Branch (ICDB) |
| Predicate Device Trade Name: | Smart Syringe |
| Predicate Device 510(k) Number(s): | K171698 |
| Trade Name/Proprietary Name: | DyeVert™ Plus EZ Contrast Reduction System |
| Common Name: | Injector and Syringe, Angiographic |
| Classification Registration: | 21 CFR § 870.1650 |
| Product Code: | DXT |
| FDA Center/Branch: | CDRH/Interventional Cardiology Devices Branch (ICDB) |
| Predicate Device Trade Name: | DyeVert™ Plus EZ Contrast Reduction System |
| Predicate Device 510(k) Number(s): | K181936 |
## Device Description:
The DyeVert NG, DyeVert PLUS and DyeVert PLUS EZ Systems are compatible to manual contrast injections and provide fluid pathway resistance modulation such that excess contrast volume (i.e. contrast that is not needed for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes also referred to as 'refluxed contrast') is minimized in the patient's vasculature. This allows for a reduction in total contrast agent volume during coronary or peripheral imaging: while maintaining adequate image quality. The DyeTect System is compatible to manual contrast injections and provides monitoring of the amount of contrast delivered to the patient. The Smart Syringe is also manufactured as a replacement that can be used with the DyeVert Plus, DyeTect or DyeVert Plus EZ systems.
### Indications for Use:
### DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System
The DyeVert™ NG Contrast Reduction System is to be used for the controlled infusion and contrast volume reduction of radiopaque contrast media for angiographic procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mgVmL, Iohexol 300 or 350 mgVmL and Iopamidol 370 mgVmL.
### DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System
The DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System consists of a Display and DyeVert Plus Disposable Kit. The system is to be used for contrast volume reduction and for the monitoring of radiopague contrast media during angiographic or CT procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg/mL, Johexol 300 or 350 mgI/mL and Iopamidol 370 mgI/mL.
### DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit
The DyeTect™ Contrast Monitoring Disposable Kit consists of a Smart Syringe and Pressure Module to be used with the Contrast Monitoring Display during angiographic or CT procedures requiring controlled infusion of radiopaque contrast media.
### Smart Syringe
The Smart Syringe is to be used with the DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System or the Contrast Monitoring System. The DyeVert™ Plus Contrast Reduction System is to be used for contrast volume reduction and for the monitoring of radiopaque contrast media during angiographic or CT procedures with
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the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg[/mL, Iohexol 300 or 350 mgVmL and Iopamidol 370 mgl/mL. The Contrast Monitoring System is to be used during angiographic or CT procedures requiring controlled infusion of radionaque contrast media.
## DyeVert Plus EZ Disposable Kit
The DyeVert™ Plus EZ Contrast Reduction System consists of a Display and DyeVert Plus EZ Disposable Kit. The system is to be used for contrast volume reduction and for the monitoring of radiopaque contrast media during angiographic or CT procedures with the following agents: Iodixanol 270 or 320 mg1/mL, Iohexol 300 or 350 mgVmL and Iopamidol 370 mgI/mL.
## Comparison to the Predicate Device:
The only change between the predicate devices and the proposed new devices is the sterilization process. Both the existing sterilization process, and the proposed new sterilization process, utilize ethylene oxide gas to sterilize disposable devices. Both processes use a half-cycle overkill approach, and both cycles meet established acceptance criteria for EO residuals on finished devices per ISO 10993-7:2008. Both processes have been fully qualified using ISO 11135:2014.
## Summary of Non-Clinical Testing:
Full qualification testing was performed to support this submission and results demonstrate the materials, design considerations and manufacturing processes continue to meet product specifications and performance requirements. The following testing was successfully completed and/or leveraged within this submission:
- . Sterilization validation was performed – Sterilization conditions have been validated in accordance with ISO 11135:2014, Sterilization of health care products - Ethylene Oxide Part 1: Requirements for the development, validation, and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices to provide a Sterility Assurance Level of 10th. All testing passed.
- . Residuals testing was performed in accordance with ISO 10993-7:2008 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 7: Ethylene Oxide Sterilization Residuals. All testing passed and met established acceptance criteria.
No performance standards have been established under Section 514 of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act for angiographic injectors and syringes.
### Clinical Testing:
No clinical testing was performed to support this 510(k) Premarket Notification.
### Statement of Equivalence:
The proposed subject devices sterilized using the new sterilizer and revised sterilization process are substantially equivalent in intended use, indications for use statement and fundamental scientific technology as the predicate devices sterilized using current processes. Based on this and data analyzed in accordance with Osprey Medical Quality System Procedure in compliance with EN ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices - Ouality management systems - requirements for regulatory purposes and EN ISO 14791:2012 Risk management for medical devices, the proposed subject devices have been shown to be substantially equivalent under 21 CFR Part 807 subpart E
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