K193363 · Puregraft, LLC · MUU · Apr 14, 2020 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K193363
Device Name
Dermapose Refresh
Applicant
Puregraft, LLC
Product Code
MUU · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Apr 14, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.5040
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Dermapose Refresh is a sterile medical device intended for the closed-loop processing of lipoaspirate tissue in medical procedures involving the harvesting, concentrating of autologous adipose tissue harvested with a legally marketed lipoplasty system. The device is intended for use in the following surgical specialties when the transfer of harvested adipose tissue is desired: orthopedic surgery, arthroscopic surgery, neurosurgery, gastrointestinal and affiliated organ surgery, urological surgery, gynecological surgery, thoracic surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and plastic and reconstructive surgery when aesthetic body contouring is desired. Only legally marketed accessory items, such as syringes, should be used with the system. If harvested fat is to be transferred, the harvested fat is only to be used without any additional manipulation.
Device Story
Dermapose Refresh is a sterile, single-use microsizing syringe system for harvesting, concentrating, and transferring autologous fat. Input: lipoaspirate tissue harvested via legally marketed lipoplasty system. Operation: manual processing within a 50 mL vacuum-lock syringe featuring an integrated 800 µm filter; tissue is manually shaken to concentrate; filtered tissue is transferred via 18-21G cannulas. Used in clinical settings by physicians. Output: processed autologous adipose tissue. Benefit: facilitates fat transfer for body contouring or surgical reconstruction. System includes syringe unit, output syringes, luer caps, and adapter; used with user-provided Lactated Ringer's solution and cannulas. Requires Dermapose Refresh Stand for secure holding during processing.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Evaluated nucleated cell viability using Luna-Stem Automated Fluorescence Cell Counter, tissue composition, system leak (stationary and side load), and mechanical connections. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-1:2018 (cytotoxicity, sensitization, intracutaneous, acute systemic toxicity, extractable elements, pyrogenicity). Sterilization validated per ISO 11135:2014/Amd.1:2018. Shelf-life validated via accelerated aging and ISTA 2A ship testing.
Technological Characteristics
Polycarbonate 50 mL syringe with vacuum-lock and 800/1000 micron sieve filters. Manual operation; no external energy source. Supplied sterile via Ethylene Oxide (SAL 10^-6). Biocompatible per ISO 10993. Single-use. Designed for use with 18-21G injection cannulas.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing autologous adipose tissue transfer in orthopedic, arthroscopic, neurosurgical, gastrointestinal, urological, gynecological, thoracic, laparoscopic, or plastic/reconstructive surgery. Contraindicated for use with additional manipulation of harvested fat.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A suction lipoplasty system is a device intended for aesthetic body contouring. The device consists of a powered suction pump (containing a microbial filter on the exhaust and a microbial in-line filter in the connecting tubing between the collection bottle and the safety trap), collection bottle, cannula, and connecting tube. The microbial filters, tubing, collection bottle, and cannula must be capable of being changed between patients. The powered suction pump has a motor with a minimum of 1/3 horsepower, a variable vacuum range from 0 to 29.9 inches of mercury, vacuum control valves to regulate the vacuum with accompanying vacuum gauges, a single or double rotary vane (with or without oil), a single or double diaphragm, a single or double piston, and a safety trap.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). Consensus standards and labeling restrictions.
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April 14, 2020
Puregraft LLC Olivia Kim RA/QA Director 420 Stevens Avenue, Suite 220 Solana Beach, California 92075
Re: K193363
Trade/Device Name: Dermapose Refresh Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.5040 Regulation Name: Suction Lipoplasty System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MUU Dated: November 16, 2019 Received: December 4, 2019
Dear Ms. Kim:
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,
Cindv Chowdhurv, 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) K193363
Device Name Dermapose Refresh
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Dermapose Refresh is a sterile medical device intended for the closed-loop processing of lipoaspirate tissue in medical procedures involving the harvesting, concentrating of autologous adipose tissue harvested with a legally marketed lipoplasty system. The device is intended for use in the following surgical specialties when the transfer of harvested adipose tissue is desired: orthopedic surgery, arthroscopic surgery, neurosurgery, gastrointestinal and affiliated organ surgery, urological surgery, gynecological surgery, thoracic surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and plastic and reconstructive surgery when aesthetic body contouring is desired. Only legally marketed accessory items, such as syringes, should be used with the system. If harvested fat is to be transferred, the harvested fat is only to be used without any additional manipulation
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# PURE SRAFT
#### 510(k) Summary
#### Submitter Information
| Applicant Name: | Puregraft LLC<br>420 Stevens Avenue, Suite 220<br>Solana Beach, CA 92075 USA |
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| Company Contact: | Olivia Kim<br>RA/QA Director<br>Phone: (858) 386-4140<br>Fax: (858) 217-5134<br>Email: okim@puregraft.com |
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Date Prepared: November 27, 2019
#### Device Information
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | Dermapose™ Refresh |
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| Common Name: | Suction lipoplasty system |
| Device Classification Name: | System, Suction, Lipoplasty |
| Product Code: | MUU |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR 878.5040 |
| Panel: | General & Plastic Surgery |
#### Predicate Device
Lipogems System, K171135, Lipogems International SpA
#### Indications for Use
The Dermapose "11 Refresh is a sterile medical device intended for the closed-loop processing of lipoaspirate tissue in medical procedures involving the harvesting, concentrating and transferring of autologous adipose tissue harvested with a legally marketed lipoplasty system. The device is intended for use in the following surgical specialties when the transfer of harvested adipose tissue is desired: orthopedic surgery, arthroscopic surgery, neurosurgery, gastrointestinal and affiliated organ surgery, urological surgery, general surgery, gynecological surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and plastic and reconstructive surgery when aesthetic body contouring is desired. Only legally marketed accessory items, such as syringes, should be used with the system. If harvested fat is to be reimplanted, the harvested fat is only to be used without any additional manipulation.
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# PURE GRAFT
## Device Description
The Dermapose 114 Refresh is a sterile, single use microsizing syringe system intended for the harvesting, concentrating, and transferring of autologous fat tissue back to the same patient when the transfer of harvested adipose tissue is desired. It consists of a 50 mL vacuum-lock syringe with a built-in, 800 um filter for screening the tissue particle size to allow for easier injection through small, 18-21G injection cannulas. For optimum performance, Dermapose™ Refresh should be used in conjunction with the Dermapose™ Refresh Stand, which is a reusable, autoclavable component designed to hold the syringe securely during use.
The Dermapose™ Refresh is comprised of the following:
- 1. 50 mL polycarbonate harvesting and processing syringe unit preassembled with a 30 mL polycarbonate output syringe
- 2. Two 30 mL syringes
- 3. Three luer caps
- 4. Luer-to-luer adapter
The Dermapose™ Refresh is also intended to be used with Lactated Ringer's solution, injection syringes (1 or 3 mL recommended), injection cannulas (18-21G recommended), and luer-lock harvest cannula (14G recommended) which are provided by the user. Dermapose™ Refresh should be used in conjunction with the 510(k)-exempt Dermapose TM Refresh Stand.
#### Technological Characteristics
The Dermapose™ Refresh is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. A comparison of technological characteristics is provided in the table below. Both the subject device and the predicate device provide a method of harvesting, concentrating, and transferring of autologous adipose tissue. In addition, both the subject and predicate devices are pre-assembled systems which are provided sterile (via ethylene oxide) and intended for single use.
| Device Name | Subject Device<br>Dermapose™ Refresh | Predicate Device<br>Lipogems System (K171135) |
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| Indications for Use | The Dermapose™ Refresh is a sterile medical<br>device intended for the closed-loop processing<br>of lipoaspirate tissue in medical procedures<br>involving the harvesting, concentrating and<br>transferring of autologous adipose tissue<br>harvested with a legally marketed lipoplasty<br>system. The device is intended for use in the<br>following surgical specialties when the transfer<br>of harvested adipose tissue is desired: orthopedic<br>surgery, arthroscopic surgery, neurosurgery,<br>gastrointestinal and affiliated organ surgery,<br>urological surgery, general surgery,<br>gynecological surgery, thoracic surgery,<br>laparoscopic surgery, and plastic and | The Lipogems System is a sterile medical device<br>intended for the closed-loop processing of<br>lipoaspirate tissue in medical procedures<br>involving the harvesting, concentrating and<br>transferring of autologous adipose tissue<br>harvested with a legally marketed lipoplasty<br>system. The device is intended for use in the<br>following surgical specialties when the transfer<br>of harvested adipose tissue is desired: orthopedic<br>surgery, arthroscopic surgery, neurosurgery,<br>gastrointestinal and affiliated organ surgery,<br>urological surgery, general surgery,<br>gynecological surgery, thoracic surgery,<br>laparoscopic surgery, and plastic and |
| | reconstructive surgery when aesthetic body<br>contouring is desired. Only legally marketed<br>accessory items, such as syringes, should be<br>used with the system. If harvested fat is to be<br>reimplanted, the harvested fat is only to be used<br>without any additional manipulation. | reconstructive surgery when aesthetic body<br>contouring is desired. Only legally marketed<br>accessory items, such as syringes, should be<br>used with the system. If harvested fat is to be<br>transferred, the harvested fat is only to be used<br>without any additional manipulation. |
| User Environment | Physician | Physician |
| Design | Syringe | Canister |
| Construction | Preassembled | Preassembled |
| Components | 50 mL polycarbonate harvesting and processing syringe unit with vacuum lock and 30 mL output syringe containing a two-stage sieve filter on the inlet Two 30 mL polypropylene luer-lock syringes Three luer caps Luer-to-luer adapter | ABS processing unit containing 5 stainless steel spheres and 2 stainless steel sieve filters Input washing line Access port for loading material Drain Line Access Port for discharge of processed material Bag for collecting waste |
| Device Size<br>Variations | 50 mL syringe | LGD 60 (60 mL capacity),<br>LGD 240 (240 mL capacity) |
| Method of Harvesting | Cannula | Cannula |
| Source of Energy | None - Manual by operator | None - Manual by operator |
| Device performs<br>Harvesting | Yes - Syringe generated vacuum-lock | No - syringe capable of holding vacuum<br>provided in kit |
| Mechanical<br>operation | Manual shaking of syringe | Manual shaking of canister (stainless steel<br>spheres) |
| Device ports | 2 ports: load/wash/drain port (combined); outlet<br>valve | 4 ports: load valve, wash feeding line, drain line,<br>outlet valve |
| Tissue Washing<br>Media | Lactated Ringer's | Physiological saline |
| Filter/mesh | 1000 and 800 micron mesh at outlet – collected<br>adipose tissue passes though both | 2000 micron mesh at inlet and 1000 micron<br>mesh at outlet – collected adipose tissue passes<br>through both. |
| Sterility | Supplied sterile for single use | Supplied sterile for single use |
| Sterilization Method | Ethylene Oxide | Ethylene Oxide |
| Sterility Assurance<br>Level | SAL = 10-6 | SAL = 10-6 |
| Biocompatibility | Biocompatible | Biocompatible |
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# PURE 9RAFT
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# PURE SRAF
## Performance Testing
The Dermapose 111 Refresh was tested in accordance with established protocols and met the acceptance criteria for all tests performed.
Performance testing included:
- Nucleated Cell Viability: Evaluated the nucleated cell viability using a Luna-Stem Automated o Fluorescence Cell Counter.
- Tissue Composition: Evaluated the adipose tissue layer after adipose tissue ● was processed using the Dermapose "M Refresh.
- System Leak: Evaluated the ability of the Dermapose™ Refresh to hold vacuum (prevent o system leak) via a stationary test and a side load test.
- Mechanical Test: Evaluated the mechanical connection testing of the Dermapose™ Refresh. o
Biocompatibility testing for the Dermapose™ Refresh was performed in accordance with the requirements of ISO 10993-1:2018 for external communicating devices having contact < 24 hours. In all instances, the test articles were found to be biocompatible. The battery of testing included the following tests:
- Cytotoxicity per ISO 10993-5:2009 ●
- Sensitization per ISO 10993-10:2010
- Intracutaneous per ISO 10993-10:2010
- Acute Systemic Toxicity per ISO 10993-11:2017
- Determination of Extractable Elements per ISO 10993-18:2005
- Pyrogen Testing per ISO 10993-11:2017
Sterilization of the Dermapose™ Refresh is conducted via the Single Lot Release Method by Ethylene Oxide according to Annex E: Single Lot Release of ISO 11135:2014/Amd.1:2018.
The Dermapose !14 Refresh has an expiry date of 24 months based on integrity testing conducted post completion of accelerated aging and ISTA 2A ship testing.
## Statement of Substantial Equivalence
Based on the information contained in this submission, it is concluded that the Dermapose™ Refresh is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, Lipogems System. The Dermapose™ Refresh has the same indications for use, as well as similar technological characteristics and principles of operation as its predicate device. Thus, the Dermapose™ Refresh is substantially equivalent to the Lipogems System.
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