K200300 · Aerin Medical, Inc. · GEI · Apr 13, 2020 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K200300
Device Name
VivAer Stylus
Applicant
Aerin Medical, Inc.
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Apr 13, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The VivAer® Stylus is indicated for use in otorhinolaryngology (ENT) surgery for the coagulation of soft tissue in the nasal airway, to treat nasal airway obstruction by shrinking submucosal tissue, including cartilage in the internal nasal valve area.
Device Story
Disposable, handheld bipolar radiofrequency (RF) probe; used by otolaryngologists or maxillofacial surgeons in clinical settings. Device delivers low-power RF energy to nasal submucosal tissue; integrated temperature sensor monitors tissue heat (50-70°C). Heat creates coagulation lesion; healing process causes tissue retraction and stiffening. Resulting reduction in nasal airflow resistance improves patient breathing. Device connects to Aerin Console for energy delivery; features include reuse prevention and stylus validation. Modifications from predicate include ergonomic handle redesign, tapered distal tip, and transition to thermoformed tray packaging.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data; bench testing only. Verification included thermocouple accuracy, response time, treatment parameter programming, reuse prevention, shaft force load testing, and tissue heating/gel compatibility. Packaging validated for sterilization (SAL 10^-6) and shelf-life (2 years).
Technological Characteristics
Bipolar RF electrosurgical probe; non-conductive shaft and tip. Energy source: Aerin Console. Temperature control: 50-70°C. Power: 3-5 W. Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (EO). Packaging: Thermoformed tray. Shelf-life: 2 years. Features: reuse prevention, stylus validation.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring ENT surgery for nasal airway obstruction; treats obstruction by shrinking submucosal tissue and cartilage in the internal nasal valve area.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.
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April 13, 2020
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Aerin Medical Inc Matthew Hull Director, US Regulatory Affairs 232 E Caribbean Dr. Sunnyvale, California 94089
#### Re: K200300
Trade/Device Name: VivAer Stylus Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting And Coagulation Device And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: March 13, 2020 Received: March 16, 2020
Dear Matthew Hull:
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 Michael Ryan Director DHT1C: Division of ENT, Sleep Disordered Breathing, Respiratory and Anesthesia Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT and Dental 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)
K200300
Device Name VivAer® Stylus
Indications for Use (Describe)
The VivAer® Stylus is indicated for use in otorhinolaryngology (ENT) surgery for the coagulation of soft tissue in the nasal airway, to treat nasal airway obstruction by shrinking submucosal tissue, including cartilage in the internal nasal valve area.
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# 510(k) Summary
This 510(k) Summary is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR 807.92.
### General Information
| Submitter Information | |
|-----------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Company: | Aerin Medical Inc. |
| Submitter's Address: | 232 E. Caribbean Drive<br>Sunnyvale, CA 94089 |
| Contact Person: | Fred Dinger<br>Chief Of Operations<br>Phone: 210-316-7739 |
| Establishment Registration Number | 3011625895 |
| Date Prepared: | 04/07/2020 |
| Name of the Device | |
| Proprietary Name: | VivAer® Stylus, Model FG722 |
| Common Name: | Radiofrequency probe |
| Classification Name: | Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and<br>accessories |
| Classification Panel: | General and Plastic Surgery |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | GEI |
| CFR Section: | 21 CFR 878.4400 |
| Predicate Device: | Vivaer® ARC Stylus (K172529) |
#### Device Description
The VivAer® Stylus is a disposable, handheld device capable of delivering bipolar radiofrequency energy to tissue. The stylus consists of an array of bipolar electrodes positioned on a non-conductive tip which is attached to a handle via a non-conductive shaft. A temperature sensor is located on the tip to monitor tissue temperature during treatment. The product's intended users are physicians including otolaryngologists, maxillofacial surgeons and other physicians specialized in nasal procedures.
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The VivAer® Stylus improves nasal breathing by modifying the soft tissues of the nasal airway through the use of low doses of radiofrequency energy. The low-power radiofrequency generates heat within the submucosal tissue, creating a coagulation lesion. As the lesion heals, the tissue retracts and stiffens. This decreases the nasal airflow resistance thereby improving inflow of air through the nose.
#### Indications for Use
The VivAer® Stylus is indicated for use in otorhinolaryngology (ENT) surgery for the coagulation of soft tissue in the nasal airway, to treat nasal airway obstruction by shrinking submucosal tissue, including cartilage in the internal nasal valve area.
### Summary of the technological characteristics of the device compared to the predicate device
The VivAer® Stylus is functionally unchanged from the predicate in design and intended use to generate and deliver bipolar RF energy to treat tissue in ENT procedures. The handle design has been changed to improve tactile feel and appearance. The back (non-treatment) side of the distal tip has been redesigned to have a taper. The packaging system change from a pouch to a thermoformed tray was previously implemented and validated with shelf-life studies completed out to 2 years. The available optional custom treatment parameters (power, temperature, time) were modified to eliminate rarely used selections (specifically, 6 and 8 second treatment times and 0. 3 and 6 second cooling times).
| Characteristic | VivAer® Stylus<br>(Model FG722)<br>Subject Device | Vivaer® ARC Stylus<br>(Model FG257)<br>Predicate Device – K172529 |
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| Design configuration | Same | Integrated cable, handle and<br>electrode |
| Energy type | Same | Bipolar radiofrequency |
| Tissue temperature | Same | 50 - 70 °C<br>(temperature controlled) |
| Power | Same | 3-5 W |
| RF generator<br>compatibility | Same | Aerin Console,<br>Model FG226 |
| Sterilization | Same | EO |
| Packaging System | Tray | Pouch |
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| Characteristic | VivAer® Stylus<br>(Model FG722)<br>Subject Device | Vivaer® ARC Stylus<br>(Model FG257)<br>Predicate Device – K172529 |
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| Shelf-life | 2 years | 1 year |
| Use limit feature | Yes | Yes |
| Stylus validation feature | Yes | Yes |
#### Summary of non-clinical tests
A packaging system change from pouch to lidded tray was previously documented through internal change control. The change was fully validated for sterilization and evaluated for shelf-life (accelerated aging), usability, and biocompatibility risk. The results and conclusions from sterilization validation testing demonstrated the ability of Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas sterilization to effectively sterilize the VivAer Stylus to a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10-6. The current packaging and devices passed all accelerated aging and transit testing acceptance criteria, thereby allowing all styluses to be labeled with a two-year shelf life. The usability of the VivAer Stylus was evaluated based on a similar Aerin Medical device; no use-related errors that may result in serious harms were identified. Biocompatibility testing was not repeated as no new patient-contacting materials were used in VivAer Stylus compared to the predicate device.
The minor changes in the device and its tray were considered in the risk analysis and verification testing was completed to ensure that the changes had no impact on the functional performance of a sterilized device or on the durability of its packaging system. Device performance testing of the device included thermocouple accuracy and response time testing, treatment parameter verification to confirm correct programming of parameters, reuse prevention verification, and force load testing to verify adequate shaft strength. Additionally, tissue heating and conductive gel compatibility were evaluated by confirming energy delivery to tissue samples at a variety of treatment parameters. All performance testing requirements were met.
#### Summary of clinical tests
No additional clinical testing was deemed necessary for this device.
#### Conclusion
Verification testing demonstrates that the modifications to the Vivaer® ARC Stylus and/or its packaging design do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness. Therefore, the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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