K192711 · Dannik · FZP · Dec 20, 2019 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K192711
Device Name
Dannik Titanium Ligation Clip
Applicant
Dannik
Product Code
FZP · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Dec 20, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4300
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The DANNIK Titanium Ligation Clips is designed for the intended use of ligating blood vessels .The Clip has been specially designed to insure occlusion of vessels and prevent any slippage once applied. The clip has applications in many types of surgical procedures where hemostasis is required or radiographic marking is necessary. Choose the size of clip to fit the procedure making certain the tissue to be occluded fits completely within the clip. The DANNIK Titanium Ligation, clip can be left in vivo without sequela as it is biologically inert.
Device Story
DANNIK Titanium Ligation Clip is a passive, implantable surgical device used for vessel ligation and hemostasis. The device consists of titanium clips supplied in cartridges. It is intended for use by surgeons in various surgical procedures. The clip is applied to tissue or vessels to ensure occlusion and prevent slippage. Being biologically inert, it can be left in vivo. The device is provided sterile for single use. It functions as a mechanical clamp; no electronic or software components are involved.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Performance evaluation included appearance, dimensions, surface roughness, hardness, toughness, clamping (retention) performance, and corrosion resistance. All tests passed.
Technological Characteristics
Material: Grade I Titanium (ASTM F-67 95, ISO 5832-2-93). Form factor: Implantable clips in four sizes (small, medium, large, medium-large). Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (ISO 11135-1). Biocompatibility: ISO 10993 compliant. Single-use, non-electronic, passive mechanical device.
Indications for Use
Indicated for ligation of blood vessels and other anatomic structures in surgical procedures requiring hemostasis or radiographic marking. For use by surgeons selecting appropriate clip size based on clinical judgment.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An implantable clip is a clip-like device intended to connect internal tissues to aid healing. It is not absorbable.
Predicate Devices
Vitalitec International Inc Implantable Titanium Hemostatic Clip (K981645)
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December 20, 2019
Dannik Olga Haberland Regulatory Compliance 941 W Morse Blvd. Suite 100 Winter Park, Florida 32789
Re: K192711
Trade/Device Name: Dannik Titanium Ligation Clip Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4300 Regulation Name: Implantable Clip Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FZP Dated: September 19, 2019 Received: September 27, 2019
Dear Olga Haberland:
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,
Cindy Chowdhury, Ph.D., M.B.A. Acting Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Infection Control and Plastic Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control 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) K192711
Device Name DANNIK Titanium Ligation Clip
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The DANNIK Titanium Ligation Clips is designed for the intended use of ligating blood vessels .The Clip has been specially designed to insure occlusion of vessels and prevent any slippage once applied. The clip has applications in many types of surgical procedures where hemostasis is required or radiographic marking is necessary.
Choose the size of clip to fit the procedure making certain the tissue to be occluded fits completely within the clip. The DANNIK Titanium Ligation, clip can be left in vivo without sequela as it is biologically inert.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| <div> <span> <span style="font-size: 20px;">☑</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
- 1. Contact Information DANNIK 941 West Morse Blvd. Suite #100 Winter Park, Florida 32789 Phone: (407) 745-1698 Olga Haberland, Regulatory Compliance December 16, 2019
- 2. Device Name
- Trade Name DANNIK Titanium Ligation Clip ●
- Common Name: Titanium Ligation Clip ●
- Classification Name Clip Implantable ●
- Classification: Class II General and Plastic Surgery Devices #79 FZP, ● 21 CFR 878.4300
Performance Standards: Devices are manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Practices (G.M.P.), Association for Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (A.AM.I.) and American Society for Testing and Materials (A.S.T.M.) requirements and applicable Harmonized Standards ISO 13485.
Material Composition: A.S.T.M F-67 95, Grade I Titanium I.S.O. #5832-2-93, Grade I Titanium
- 3. Substantially Equivalent Device
- Legally Marketed (unmodified Devices): .
- o Primary Predicate: Vitalitec International Inc Implantable Titanium Hemostatic Clip FDA 510K (K981645)
- o Additional Predicate: Weck Metal Ligating Clips (K132658)
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## 4. Device Description
The DANNIK Titanium Ligation Clips are exclusively made of titanium and supplied in four different sizes: small, medium-large, and large. Packaged in cartridge of six clip units.
The titanium used meets all requirements for A.S.T.M. specifications F-67 95 "Unalloyed Titanium for Surgical Implant Applications", Grade I and ISO 5832-2-93 and 10993 "Implants for Surgery - Metallic Materials - Part 2: Unalloyed Titanium".
This device is packaged and sterilized for single use only. Do NOT re-use, reprocess or resterilize. Discard after use with care.
Biocompatibility Conforms to ISO 10993 Prescription Only Yes Sterilized by ETO (Ethylene Oxide)
### 5. Intended Use
The DANNIK Titanium Ligation Clips is designed for the intended use of ligating blood vessels. The Clip has been specially designed to insure occlusion of vessels and prevent any slippage once applied. The clip has applications in many types of surgical procedures where hemostasis is required or radiographic marking is necessary.
Choose the size of clip to fit the procedure making certain the tissue to be occluded fits completely within the clip. The DANNIK Titanium Ligation, clip can be left in vivo without sequela as it is biologically inert
- 6. Technological Characteristics of the Subject Device Compared to the Predicate Device
Comparison of Technological Characteristics: The titanium clip material and disposable holder material substantially equivalent to the predicate device. In function, the clips are the substantially equivalent to the predicate device as well.
Safety and Efficacy Information: Titanium is well recognized as being safe and effective for long term implantation. Millions of titanium clips are applied yearly and since inception in the 1960's attest to the wide
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acceptance of this method of hemostatic and ligation control.
There are no new technologies being added to this device from the predicate, in terms of finished device functions. The device has the same intended use and application as the predicate device.
| Device | DANNIK Titanium<br>Ligation Clip | Vitalitec K981645 | Weck Metal Ligating<br>Clips K132658 |
|----------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Intended use | The DANNIK Titanium<br>Ligation Clips is<br>designed for the<br>intended use of<br>ligating blood vessels<br>.The Clip has been<br>specially designed to<br>insure occlusion of<br>vessels and prevent<br>any slippage once<br>applied. The clip has<br>applications in many<br>types of surgical<br>procedures where<br>hemostasis is<br>required or<br>radiographic marking<br>is necessary.<br>Choose the size of<br>clip to fit the<br>procedure making<br>certain the tissue to<br>be occluded fits<br>completely within<br>the clip. The DANNIK<br>Titanium Ligation,<br>clip can be left in vivo<br>without sequela as it<br>is biologically inert. | The VITALITEC<br>INTERNATIONAL,<br>INC,. Hemostatic Clip<br>is designed for the<br>intended use of<br>ligating blood<br>vessels. The clip has<br>been specially<br>designed to insure<br>occclusion of vessels<br>and prevent any<br>slippage once<br>applied. The clip has<br>applications in many<br>types of surgical<br>procedures where<br>hemostasis is<br>required or<br>radiographic marking<br>is necessary.<br>Choose the size of<br>clip to fit the<br>procedure making<br>certain the tissue to<br>be occluded fits<br>completely within<br>the clip. The<br>VITALITEC<br>INTERNATIONAL,<br>INC., clip can be left<br>in vivo without<br>sequela as it is<br>biologically inert. | Weck@ Ligating Clips<br>are intended for use<br>in procedures<br>involving vessels or<br>anatomic structures<br>for which the<br>surgeon determines<br>ligating clips are the<br>best choice. Surgeons<br>should select the<br>size, type and<br>material of the clip<br>based upon their<br>experience,<br>judgment and needs. |
| Device Description | Titanium Ligation<br>Clips made<br>exclusively made of<br>titanium | Same | Weck® Metal Ligating<br>Clips are<br>manufactured from<br>medical grade<br>titanium, tantalum or<br>stainless steel alloys |
| Clip Material | Titanium<br>The titanium used<br>meets all<br>requirements for<br>A.S.T.M.<br>specifications F-67 95<br>"Unalloyed Titanium<br>for Surgical Implant<br>Applications", Grade I<br>and ISO 5832-2-93<br>and 10993 "Implants<br>for Surgery - Metallic<br>Materials - Part 2:<br>Unalloyed Titanium". | Same | Medical Grade<br>Titanium |
| Sterilization | Ethylene Oxide (<br>ETO)<br>I.S.O 11135-1 | Unknown | Unknown |
| Prescription Only | Yes | Same | Same |
| Biocompatibility | Conforms to ISO<br>10993 | Unknown | Conforms to ISO<br>10993 |
| Enviromental<br>Conditions | | | Weck® Metal Ligating<br>Clips are "MR<br>Conditional" up to<br>and including 3-Tesla<br>MR environments. |
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# 7. Non-Clinical Tests
The DANNIK Titanium Ligation Clips has been evaluated by our Design Engineer and through performance studies and bench testing, as attached in ANNEX F. Testing encompassed appearance, dimension, surface roughness, hardness toughness , clamping( retention) performance and corrosion resistance.
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All the test results were "PASS". The performance of Titanium Clip meets the technical standard requirements of Dannik as compared to the predicate.
- 8. Clinical Tests No Clinical trials performed on the DANNIK Titanium Ligation Clips .
### 9. Conclusions
The subject device has equivalent indications for use as the predicate device. The technological characteristics, non-clinical testing and performance and bench testing of the DANNIK Titanium Ligation Clips show that the device is substantially equivalent to the predicate.
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