K210339 · Mercator Medsystems, Inc. · KRA · Aug 2, 2021 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K210339
Device Name
Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device
Applicant
Mercator Medsystems, Inc.
Product Code
KRA · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Aug 2, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1210
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
For Bullfrog devices capable of treating <6 mm diameter vessels: In selective areas of peripheral and coronary vessels, the Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device is intended for the infusion of diagnostic and therapeutic agents into the vessel wall and perivascular area, or intraluminally. For Bullfrog devices capable only of treating ≥6 mm diameter vessels: In selective areas of peripheral vessels, the Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device is intended for infusion of diagnostic and therapeutic agents into the vessel wall and perivascular area, or intraluminally.
Device Story
Wire-guided, single-operator, endovascular catheter; features perpendicular microneedle contained within semi-rigid polymer actuator balloon. Physician advances device to target vasculature; hydraulic actuation moves microneedle through external elastic lamina for targeted delivery of diagnostic/therapeutic agents. Compliant stabilizing balloon inflates simultaneously to provide counter-force for needle seating. Vacuum retracts needle into sheathing. Used in clinical settings for peripheral and coronary interventions. Output is localized drug/agent delivery. Benefits include precise, targeted infusion into vessel wall/perivascular tissue, minimizing systemic exposure.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Evidence consists of bench testing, including mechanical performance, fluid delivery, biocompatibility (ISO 10993), and sterilization (ISO 11137). Functional testing performed per ISO 10555-1. Additional testing included distribution (ASTM D4169), pouch integrity (ASTM F2096, F88/F88M), and various catheter performance metrics (inflation/deflation, burst strength, tensile/torsional strength, fatigue).
Technological Characteristics
Wire-guided endovascular catheter; microneedle with polymer actuator balloon. Materials: Pebax® (40D/72D), laser-cut steel hypotube. Energy: Hydraulic actuation. Connectivity: None. Sterilization: ISO 11137-1:2006 and ISO 11137-2:2013. Dimensions: 2 mm to 16 mm operating diameter range. Software: None.
Indications for Use
Indicated for infusion of diagnostic and therapeutic agents into vessel walls, perivascular areas, or intraluminally in peripheral and coronary vessels (for devices <6mm diameter) or peripheral vessels only (for devices ≥6mm diameter).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A continuous flush catheter is an attachment to a catheter-transducer system that permits continuous intravascular flushing at a slow infusion rate for the purpose of eliminating clotting, back-leakage, and waveform damping.
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August 2, 2021
Mercator MedSystems, Inc. Kirk Seward President and Chief Science & Technology Officer 1900 Powell Street Suite 800 Emeryville, California 94608
Re: K210339
Trade/Device Name: Bullfrog® Micro-Infusion Device Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1210 Regulation Name: Continuous Flush Catheter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KRA Dated: June 29, 2021 Received: July 1, 2021
Dear Kirk Seward:
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,
Gregory O'Connell Assistant Director DHT2C: Division of Coronary and Peripheral Intervention Devices OHT2: Office of Cardiovascular 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) K210339
Device Name Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device
Indications for Use (Describe)
For Bullfrog devices capable of treating <6 mm diameter vessels:
In selective areas of peripheral and coronary vessels, the Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device is intended for the infusion of diagnostic and therapeutic agents into the vessel wall and perivascular area, or intraluminally.
For Bullfrog devices capable only of treating ≥6 mm diameter vessels:
In selective areas of peripheral vessels, the Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device is intended for infusion of diagnostic and therapeutic agents into the vessel wall and perivascular area, or intraluminally.
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# K210339 510(K) SUMMARY
510(k) Applicant Mercator MedSystems, Inc. 1900 Powell Street, Suite 800 Emeryville, CA 94608 Telephone: (510) 614-4550 Facsimile: (510) 614-4560
| Contact Person:<br>Phone:<br>Email: | Monica Barrett<br>(916) 849-5399<br>monica@mercatormed.com |
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| Date of Summary: | 20 April 2021 |
| Device Overview<br>Trade Name: | Bullfrog® Micro-Infusion Device |
| Common Name: | Continuous Flush Infusion Catheter (per 21 CFR 870.1210) |
| Classification: | Continuous Flush Infusion Catheter<br>21 CFR 870.1210<br>Product Code KRA |
| Panel: | Cardiovascular |
#### Predicate Device
| 510(k)<br>Number | Trade or Proprietary or Model Name | Manufacturer |
|------------------|------------------------------------|---------------------|
| K161402 | Bullfrog® Micro-Infusion Device | Mercator MedSystems |
#### Reference Devices
| 510(k)<br>Number | Trade or Proprietary or Model Name | Manufacturer |
|------------------|---------------------------------------------------|---------------------|
| K153501 | Bullfrog® Micro-Infusion Device | Mercator MedSystems |
| K062752 | MicroSyringe II/Bullfrog Micro-Infusion<br>Device | Mercator MedSystems |
## Device Description
The Mercator MedSystems Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device is a wire-guided, singleoperator, endovascular catheter that consists of a perpendicular microneedle, which is sheathed by and contained within a semi-rigid polymer actuator balloon. The device is designed to be advanced to target vasculature and hydraulically actuated to move the microneedle through the external elastic lamina to deliver substances to adventitial and perivascular tissues. A compliant stabilizing balloon inflates with the actuator to provide
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a force opposite the needle tip for proper seating of the needle is retracted within the sheathing structure by vacuuming the hydraulic actuator.
## Indications for Use
For Bullfrog devices capable of treating <6 mm diameter vessels: In selective areas of peripheral and coronary vessels, the Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device is intended for the infusion of diagnostic and therapeutic agents into the vessel wall and perivascular area, or intraluminally.
For Bullfrog devices capable only of treating ≥6 mm diameter vessels: In selective areas of peripheral vessels, the Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device is intended for infusion of diagnostic and therapeutic agents into the vessel wall and perivascular area, or intraluminally.
## Technological Characteristics
All materials used in the manufacture of the Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device are suitable for this use and have been used in several previously cleared products.
## Performance Data
Performance testing of the Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device included mechanical and fluid delivery performance, biocompatibility, sterilization, and in-vivo safety studies. All tests met the pre-determined specifications and acceptance criteria.
The Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device labeling contains instructions for use and any necessary cautions and warnings to assure that there are no new questions of safety and effectiveness with use of the device compared to the predicate. The biocompatibility assessment was conducted in accordance with ISO 10993. Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices.
## Comparison to Predicate and Reference Devices
The Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device is available in 5 models, each having a specified operating diameter range and in total spanning from 2 mm to 16 mm operating diameter. The predicate and reference devices span the range from 2 mm to 50 mm operating diameter. Notably, the Rex Medical Quadra-Fuse™ Multi-pronged Injection Needle, which is 510(k) exempt, is a multi-needle device with larger diameter needles than the Bullfrog device and is indicated for infusion and aspiration of fluids with ability to target up to 50 mm diameter tissue zone. Reference devices utilizing various grades of Pebax® including 40D and 72D durometer were provided as evidence of Pebax® material biocompatibility.
The following changes to the Bullfrog device were implemented since K161402 clearance.
- 1. External laser-cut steel hypotube replaced the internal bonded wire to provide torque control.
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- 2. An additional device (BF102R) was added to the product family with the same operating diameter as prior model BF102S (2-4mm), but smaller crossing profile for smaller introducer sheath and guide catheter compatibility.
- 3. Manufacturing method changes were verified.
- 4. Re-ordering of manufacturing processes.
- 5. Addition of BF102P to the Bullfrog product family.
- 6. Updates to Instructions for Use.
- 7. Intended Use and Indications for Use identical to K161402, but without allowance for coronary use for devices intended to operate only in vessels with 6mm or larger diameter.
# Non-Clinical Performance Data
Biocompatibility testing was adopted from prior versions of the device (K161402) since there were no material changes and the changes in percent composition of the complete device were determined to be insignificant. Non-clinical testing of components of the device that have changed since K161402 included functional testing as defined in ISO 10555-1 with Amendments 1 and 2, and customized testing for performance. Testing performed on the device included:
- Sterilization testing per ISO 11137-1:2006 and ISO 11137-2:2013 ●
- Distribution testing per ASTM D4169 ●
- Pouch bubble testing per ASTM F2096 ●
- Pouch seal strength testing per ASTM F88/F88M ●
- Label adhesion ●
- System fluid delivery rate
- Catheter stiffness ●
- Actuator inflation and deflation time
- Actuator diameter minimum/maximum
- Actuator integrity after tortuous anatomy
- Actuator burst strength
- Drug line integrity
- Drug line burst strength ●
- Inflation line leakage under vacuum ●
- System leakage under pressure
- Pressure relief valve cracking pressure and leak rate ●
- Radio-opaque markers intact
- Microneedle sheathing
- Microneedle insertion force at failure
- Microneedle durability
- Microneedle active length
- Actuator retraction force to failure and in vacuum ●
- Catheter bend kink resistance .
- . Tensile strength
- Torsional strength
- Repetitive function and fatigue ●
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# Conclusions
The Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device is substantially equivalent to the predicate and reference devices. Risk analysis has shown that the Bullfrog Micro-Infusion Device has the same risk profile as the predicate.
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