K212999 · Anrei Medical (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd. · KNS · Mar 21, 2022 · Gastroenterology, Urology
Device Facts
Record ID
K212999
Device Name
Multi-Functional Electrosurgical Knife
Applicant
Anrei Medical (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd.
Product Code
KNS · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
Mar 21, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 876.4300
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Single Use Electrosurgical Knife has been designed to be used with flexible endoscopes to cut tissue using high-frequency current within the digestive tract.
Device Story
Endoscopic electrosurgical knife for Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD); used with flexible endoscopes to cut digestive tract tissue via high-frequency current. Device features two cutting heads moving independently. Operated by physicians in clinical settings; requires external electrosurgical unit (e.g., ERBE VIO-200s) for power. Output is mechanical tissue cutting facilitated by electrical energy. Benefits include precise tissue resection during endoscopic procedures.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including cutting performance, thermal damage assessment, endoscope compatibility, durability, and biocompatibility (ISO 10993). Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility verified per IEC 60601-1, 60601-1-2, 60601-2-2, and 60601-2-18.
Technological Characteristics
Endoscopic electrosurgical knife; HDPE outer sheath; EO sterilized (SAL 10^-6); 3-year shelf life. Compatible with flexible endoscopes (min 2.8mm channel). Powered by external high-frequency electrosurgical unit. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-2, IEC 60601-2-18, ISO 10993.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use with flexible endoscopes to cut tissue via high-frequency current within the digestive tract.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An endoscopic electrosurgical unit and accessories is a device used to perform electrosurgical procedures through an endoscope. This generic type of device includes the electrosurgical generator, patient plate, electric biopsy forceps, electrode, flexible snare, electrosurgical alarm system, electrosurgical power supply unit, electrical clamp, self-opening rigid snare, flexible suction coagulator electrode, patient return wristlet, contact jelly, adaptor to the cord for transurethral surgical instruments, the electric cord for transurethral surgical instruments, and the transurethral desiccator.
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March 21, 2022
Anrei Medical (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd. Huibing Yang Director, Regulatory Affairs No. 3 Ave 8. HEDA Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310018 CHINA
Re: K212999
> Trade/Device Name: Multi-Functional Electrosurgical Knife Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.4300 Regulation Name: Endoscopic electrosurgical unit and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KNS Dated: February 11, 2022 Received: February 17, 2022
Dear Huibing Yang:
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,
Shanil P. Haugen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT3A: Division of Renal, Gastrointestinal, Obesity and Transplant 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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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K212999
Device Name Single Use Electrosurgical Knife
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Single Use Electrosurgical Knife has been designed to be used with flexible endoscopes to cut tissue using highfrequency current within the digestive tract.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510(k) Summary
# Exhibit #8 510(k) Summary
This 510(k) Summary is being submitted in accordance with requirements of Title 21, CFR Section 807.92.
#### 1. Date of Preparation: 08/18/2021
### 2. Sponsor Identification
Anrei Medical (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd. No. 3, Ave 8, Hangzhou Economic Development Area, 310018 Hangzhou, P.R.China
Establishment Registration Number: 3006621103 Contact Person: Huibing Yang Contact Title: Director, Regulatory Affairs Tel: +86-571-8691333 ext. 8658 Fax: +86-571-87603502 Email: huibing.yang@anrei.com.cn
### 3. Identification of Proposed Device
Trade Name: Multi-Functional Electrosurgical Knife Common Name: Single Use Electrosurgical Knife (Model: EKM-417D, EKM-425D)
Regulatory Information Regulation Number: 876.4300 Regulation Name: Endoscopic electrosurgical unit and accessories Regulation Class: II Product Code: KNS Product Code Name: Unit, Electrosurgical, Endoscopic (with or without accessories) Device Panel: Gastroenterology/Urology
### Indication for Use Statement
The Single Use Electrosurgical Knife has been designed to be used with flexible endoscopes to cut tissue using high-frequency current within the digestive tract.
### Device Description
The device is an endoscopic electrosurgical knife for Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD). The Single Use Electrosurgical Knife is used with flexible endoscopes to cut tissue using high-frequency current within the digestive tract.
It is recommended to use an ERBE VIO-200s electrosurgical unit to supply power to the device.
The list of compatible endoscopes is as below:
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510(k) Summary
| Model | Minimum endoscope working channel Φ(mm) | Maximum endoscope working length (mm) |
|----------|-----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------|
| EKM-417D | Φ2.8 | 2300 |
| EKM-425D | Φ2.8 | 2300 |
### Identification of Predicate Devices 4.
Primary Predicate Device 510(k) Number: K171158 Product Name: Single Use Electrosurgical Knife Manufacturer: Olympus Medical Systems Corporation
Additional Predicate Device 1 510(k) Number: K092309 Product Name: Single Use Electrosurgical Knife Series Manufacturer: Olympus Medical Systems Corporation
Reference Device 2 510(k) Number: K083608 Product Name: ERBE Hybrid Knife Manufacturer: ERBE USA, Inc.
### Technical Characteristics of the Device Compared to Predicate Device 5.
The Single Use Electrosurgical Knife and the predicate Olympus Single Use Electrosurgical Knife have identical intended use in the digestive tract. They are designed to be used with flexible endoscopes to cut tissue using high-frequency current within the digestive tract. The Single Use Electrosurgical Knife combines the two commonly used predicate Olympus DualKnife and ITKnife2 (K171158 and K092309), with two cutting heads that can move relative to each other and function independently without affecting each other. The O cutting knife diameter, maximum insertion portion diameter, minimum channel diameter and outer sheath tube material of the Single Use Electrosurgical Knife are different from that of the predicate Olympus Single Use Electrosurgical Knife (K171158 and K092309).
Additionally, the proposed device has similar intended use as additional reference Device 2 (ERBE HYBRID KNIFE, K083608) in cutting tissue using high-frequency current. Athough, there are minor differences in size/shape, bench testing of cutting performance has demonstrated that these differences do not affect the cutting performance.
| Item | Proposed<br>Device | Primary<br>Predicate<br>Device<br>K171158 | Additional<br>Predicate<br>Device1<br>K092309 | Reference<br>Device2<br>K083608 | Similarities and<br>Differences |
|------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Device name | Single Use<br>Electrosurgical<br>Knife | Single Use<br>Electrosurgical<br>Knife | Single Use<br>Electrosurgical<br>Knife Series | ERBE<br>Hybrid<br>Knife | Identical |
| | | | | | 510(k) Summary |
| Product code | KNS | KNS | KNS | FQH and GEI | Proposed Device is identical to Primary Predicate Device 1& Additional Predicate Device2 and different to reference Device2 |
| Regulation number | 876.4300 | 876.4300 | 876.4300 | 880.5475 | Proposed Device is identical to Primary Predicate Device 1& Additional Predicate Device1 and different to Reference Device2 |
| Maximum insertion portion diameter | $≤$ 2.4mm | φ2.7mm | φ2.6mm | φ2.6mm | Similar. The Proposed Device and the predicate device are all suitable for φ2.8mm endoscope clamp channel. The difference does not affect the device compatibility with endoscope, refer to the bench testing. |
| Minimum channel diameter | φ2.8mm | φ2.8mm | φ2.8mm | φ2.8mm | Identical |
| Outer sheath tube material | HDPE | PTFE | PTFE | Unknown plastic | Similar; the proposed device and predicate consist of plastic outer sheaths. All materials meet the requirements of |
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### 6. Performance Data
510(k) Summary
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Performance test was performed on the proposed device and predicate devices and the test result demonstrated that there was no significant difference between them. The test include following items:
A Cutting performance of digestive tract mucosa biocompatibility and
electrical performance.
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510(k) Summary
- Cutting performance of tissue >
- > Thermal damage performance of tissue
- > Endoscope compatibility
- > General durability
- > Product appearance
- > Operational flexibility
- > Smoothness of movement
Additional testing was provided to support conformance to the latest revision.
- IEC 60601-1:2005+A1:2012 Medical electric equipment Part 1: General requirements for A basic safety and essential performance
- A IEC 60601-1-2:2014 Medical electric equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance collateral standard: Electromagnetic Disturbances requirements and tests
- > IEC 60601-2-2:2017 Medical electric equipment - Part 2-2: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of high frequency surgical equipment and high frequency surgical accessories
- A IEC 60601-2-18:2009 Medical electric equipment - Part 2-18: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of endoscopic equipment
### 7. Biocompatibility
Testing was conducted to evaluate the device's biocompatibility in accordance with the recommendations of ISO 10993. The following biocompatibility studies were conducted on the final, finished, EO sterilized device and in accordance with the GLP requirements: cytotoxicity, intracutaneous reactivity, sensitization, acute systemic toxicity and pyrogen testing.
### Sterilization and Shelf Life 8.
The Single Use Electrosurgical Knife is sterilized with EO to a sterility level of SAL 106. Shelf life: 3 years
### 9. Clinical Test Conclusion
No clinical evidence was required to support SE.
### 10. Substantially Equivalent (SE) Conclusion
Anrei Medical (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd has demonstrated that the proposed Single Use Electrosurgical Knife is substantially equivalent to the currently marketed Olympus predicate devices and can be safely and effectively used for its proposed indications.
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