Spirotome Endo 08 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 10 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 14 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 14 Gauge with 10 mm Helix
Applicant
Bioncise NV
Product Code
KNW · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
May 24, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 876.1075
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Spirotome Endo is a family of large core soft tissue biopsy medical devices to be used in humans to take out adequate samples of tissue. The Spirotome Endo is intended to provide soft tissue for histological and biomolecular detection and confirmation of imaged abnormalities of the internal female reproductive organs such as uterus, ovaries, and retroperitoneal lymph nodes.
Device Story
Spirotome Endo is a manual, single-use, large-core soft tissue biopsy instrument. It consists of a stainless steel helical receiving needle, a stainless steel cutting cannula, and a polypropylene releasing element. The clinician inserts the receiving needle through the cutting cannula to the biopsy site; rotates the needle clockwise to engage tissue; rotates the cannula clockwise to sever the sample; and retracts the device. The releasing element and counter-clockwise rotation of the needle are used to extract the tissue sample. Used in clinical settings for gynecological procedures, the device provides tissue samples for histological and biomolecular analysis. This allows physicians to confirm imaged abnormalities, facilitating diagnosis of benign or malignant conditions in the uterus, ovaries, or retroperitoneal lymph nodes.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical trials were conducted. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing (functional, biocompatibility, sterilization, packaging) leveraged from predicate devices (K060384, K080095) and a review of peer-reviewed clinical literature. The literature reports demonstrate the safe and effective use of the Spirotome Endo for biopsy of internal female reproductive organs, confirming an acceptable safety profile without raising new safety or effectiveness concerns.
Technological Characteristics
Manual core biopsy instrument. Materials: stainless steel (needle/cannula), polycarbonate, polypropylene. Variants: 8G and 14G needles; receiving needle length 375 mm, cutting cannula 325 mm; helical needle length 10-18 mm. Sterilization: steam. Single-use, disposable. Shelf life: 3 years.
Indications for Use
Indicated for humans requiring soft tissue biopsy for histological and biomolecular detection/confirmation of imaged abnormalities in internal female reproductive organs, including uterus, ovaries, and retroperitoneal lymph nodes.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A gastroenterology-urology biopsy instrument is a device used to remove, by cutting or aspiration, a specimen of tissue for microscopic examination. This generic type of device includes the biopsy punch, gastrointestinal mechanical biopsy instrument, suction biopsy instrument, gastro-urology biopsy needle and needle set, and nonelectric biopsy forceps. This section does not apply to biopsy instruments that have specialized uses in other medical specialty areas and that are covered by classification regulations in other parts of the device classification regulations.
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May 24, 2019
Bioncise NV Jaak Janssens CEO Bodemstraat 16 Wellen, Limburg Belgium 3830
Re: K190378
> Trade/Device Name: Spirotome Endo 08 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 10 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 14 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 14 Gauge with 10 mm Helix Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.1075 Regulation Name: Gastroenterology-Urology-Biopsy Instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: QHC Dated: February 20, 2019 Received: February 25, 2019
Dear Jaak Janssens:
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,
Sharon Andrews Assistant Division 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) K190378
#### Device Name
Spirotome Endo 08 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 14 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 14 Gauge with 10 mm Helix
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Spirotome Endo is a family of large core soft tissue biopsy medical devices to be used in humans to take out adequate samples of tissue.
The Spirotome Endo is intended to provide soft tissue for histological and biomolecular detection and confirmation of imaged abnormalities of the internal female reproductive organs such as uterus, ovaries, and retroperitoneal lymph nodes.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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| <span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">☑</span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | ☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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# 510(k) Summary K190378
#### Submitter Information:
Bioncise NV Bodemstraat 16 Wellen, Limburg Belgium 3830
#### Contact:
| Name: | Jaak Janssens<br>CEO Bioncise NV |
|----------------|----------------------------------|
| Telephone: | +3211271557 |
| Fax: | +3211283677 |
| E-mail: | jaak.janssens@bioncise.com |
| Date prepared: | May 23, 2019 |
#### Device Identification:
| Trade Name: | Spirotome Endo 08 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 10 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 14 Gauge, Spirotome Endo 14 Gauge with 10 mm Helix |
|--------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Core Biopsy Instrument |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 876.1075 |
| Regulation Name: | Gastroenterology-Urology Biopsy Instrument |
| Product Code: | QHC |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
### Predicate Device Information
Spirotome Cervicore (K080095)
The predicate device has not been subject to a design-related recall.
### Device Description
The Spirotome Endo is a core biopsy device. It consists of a stainless steel receiving needle with a helical shape, stainless steel cutting cannula, and a polypropylene releasing element. The receiving needle is inserted though the cutting cannula prior to advancing to the biopsy site. The receiving needle is rotated clockwise into the tissue using the plastic hub on the proximal end. The cutting cannula is then rotated clockwise to separate the biopsy sample from the surrounding tissue. Following retraction from the biopsy site, the releasing element is used to remove the tissue sample from the receiving needle. The receiving needle is rotated counter-clockwise to release the tissue. The Spirotome Endo is operated manually.
The Spirotome Endo has four variants: one 8 gauge, and two 14 gauge needles. The receiving needle is 375 mm in length and the cutting cannula is 325 mm long. The helical needle is 18 mm long in all the variants except one 14 gauge variant, where it is 10 mm long. The device is provided sterile and is for single-use only.
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### Indications for Use
The Spirotome Endo is a family of large core soft tissue biopsy medical devices to be used in humans to take out adequate samples of tissue.
The Spirotome Endo is intended to provide soft tissue for histological and biomolecular detection and confirmation of imaged abnormalities of the internal female reproductive organs such as uterus, ovaries, and retroperitoneal lymph nodes.
#### Substantial Equivalence Discussion
| Attribute | Spirotome Endo - Subject Device | Spirotome Cervicore -<br>Predicate Device |
|------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Manufacturer | Bioncise NV | Medinvents |
| 510(k) Number | K190378 | K080095 |
| Indications for Use | The Spirotome Endo is a family of<br>large core soft tissue biopsy medical<br>devices to be used in humans to take<br>out adequate samples of tissue.<br><br>The Spirotome Endo is intended to<br>provide soft tissue for histological<br>and biomolecular detection and<br>confirmation of imaged<br>abnormalities of the internal female<br>reproductive organs such as uterus,<br>ovaries, and retroperitoneal lymph<br>nodes. | The Cervicore system is a family of<br>core soft tissue biopsy medical<br>devices to be used in humans to take<br>out adequate samples of tissue from<br>the human cervix.<br><br>The Cervicore system is intended to<br>provide soft tissue for histological<br>and biomolecular detection and<br>confirmation of imaged<br>abnormalities by inspection or<br>colposcopy.<br><br>The Cervicore system is intended to<br>provide soft tissue for histological<br>and biomolecular detection and<br>confirmation of palpable<br>abnormalities.<br><br>An early detection and correct<br>diagnosis is a prerequisite for a<br>successful multimodality treatment<br>of malignant disease. Therefore, an<br>adequate sampling of human tissue<br>is necessary to make a reliable<br>diagnosis of benignancy or<br>malignancy and to characterize as<br>complete as possible the nature of<br>the lesion without unnecessary<br>discomfort to the patient.<br><br>In case of malignancy, a proper<br>multimodality treatment is necessary<br>i.e. surgery and/or<br>chemotherapy and/or hormone<br>therapy and/or biological therapy. In<br>case of benignancy, adequate follow-<br>up of the patient can be provided. |
| Biopsy Tissue<br>Types | Uterine, ovarian, and retroperitoneal<br>lymph nodes | Cervical |
#### Table 1: Substantial Equivalence Comparison
Bioncise NV – Bodemstraat 16 – 3830 Wellen – Belgium www.bioncise.com – info@bioncise.com tel + 32 11 271557 - fax + 32 11 283677
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| Device<br>Components | Cutting Cannula | Cutting Cannula |
|--------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| | Receiving Needle | Receiving Needle |
| | Releasing Element | Releasing Element |
| Helical Needle<br>Length | 10, 18 mm | 10, 20 mm |
| Component<br>Length | Receiving Needle: 375 mm | Receiving Needle: 384.5 mm |
| | Cutting Cannula: 325 mm | Cutting Cannula: 350 mm |
| Device Materials | Stainless steel, polycarbonate,<br>polypropylene | Stainless steel, polycarbonate,<br>polypropylene |
| Sterilization | Steam Sterilized | Steam Sterilized |
| Number of Uses | Single-use; disposable | Single-use; disposable |
| Shelf Life | Three years | Three years |
The Spirotome Endo and the predicate device (K080095) do not have identical Indications for Use statements. The indication for the subject device includes different biopsy tissue types and does not include statements referring to diagnosis or treatment. This change does not represent a new intended use as the intended use of this device is the same as the predicate – to provide soft tissue biopsy samples.
## Non-Clinical Performance Testing
## Bench Testing
Bench testing of the subject device, Spirotome Endo, including functional testing, biocompatibility, sterilization and package testing was leveraged from testing conducted on the Spirotome SU (K060384) and Spirotome Cervicore (K080095). The subject device has identical packaging materials, materials of construction, manufacturing, and sterilization processes as the cleared devices.
### Literature
As part of demonstrating substantial equivalence to the predicate, literature was provided demonstrating safe and effective use of the subject device for internal female reproductive organs. Clinical use of the Spirotome Endo for gynecological tissues was reported in peer reviewed journals. The reports in clinical literature supported an acceptable safety profile for the subject device during biopsy procedures. The reports did not raise additional concerns regarding the safety and effectiveness of the subject device.
### Conclusion
The results of the information and testing described above demonstrate that the Spirotome Endo is as safe and effective as the predicate device and supports a determination of substantial equivalence.
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