Custom Stable Rigid Gas Permeable Scleral Contact Lens
K213880 · Valley Contax, Inc. · HQD · Jan 7, 2022 · Ophthalmic
Device Facts
Record ID
K213880
Device Name
Custom Stable Rigid Gas Permeable Scleral Contact Lens
Applicant
Valley Contax, Inc.
Product Code
HQD · Ophthalmic
Decision Date
Jan 7, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 886.5916
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lenses for daily wear are indicated for use for the management of multiple ocular conditions, such as, degenerations that lead to an irregular corneal shape (e.g. keratoconus, keratoglobus, pellucid marginal degeneration, Salzmann's Nodular Degeneration), dystrophies (e.g. Cogan's dystrophy, granular corneal dystrophy, Lattice Corneal Dystrophy), post-surgery (e.g. corneal transplant, LASIK, radial keratotomy), and corneal scarring. The lens may also be prescribed for the management of ocular surface diseases (e.g. dry eye syndrome, Keratoconvunctivitis Sicca (Graft vs Host Disease, Sjogren's syndrome, Filamentary Keratitis), limbal stem cell deficiency, epidermal ocular disorders, neurotrophic keratitis, and corneal exposure/ lagophthalmos). When prescribed for therapeutic use, the Custom Stable RGP Scleral Lenses is also indicated for correction of refractive error in persons with myopia, hyperopia or presbyopia. Eyecare practitioners may prescribe the lenses for frequent/planned replacement wear, with cleaning, disinfection and scheduled replacement. When prescribed for frequent/planned replacement wear, the lens may be cleaned and disinfected using a chemical (not heat) lens care system.
Device Story
Large diameter rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lens; vaults over cornea; rests on conjunctiva overlying sclera. Lathe-cut from hydrophobic fluorosilicone acrylate materials (roflufocon D or E). Prescribed by eyecare practitioners for daily wear or frequent/planned replacement. Cleansed/disinfected via chemical (non-heat) systems. Corrects refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia) and manages irregular corneal shapes/ocular surface diseases. Benefits include improved vision and therapeutic management of ocular surface conditions.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data; safety and effectiveness addressed by reference to previously cleared 510(k) notifications. Bench testing performed for lens design/manufacturing verification and refractive index per ISO 18369-3 and ISO 18369-4.
Technological Characteristics
Hydrophobic fluorosilicone acrylate (roflufocon D or E). Lathe-cut manufacturing. Diameter 13.8-19.0 mm. Oxygen permeability (Dk) 100-125 x 10^-11. UV blocking >98% UVB, >95% UVA. Water content <1%. Conforms to ISO 18369-3/4 standards.
Indications for Use
Indicated for daily wear management of irregular corneal shape (keratoconus, keratoglobus, pellucid marginal degeneration, Salzmann's Nodular Degeneration), corneal dystrophies (Cogan's, granular, Lattice), post-surgical conditions (corneal transplant, LASIK, radial keratotomy), corneal scarring, and ocular surface diseases (dry eye, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca, limbal stem cell deficiency, neurotrophic keratitis, corneal exposure/lagophthalmos). Also indicated for correction of myopia, hyperopia, or presbyopia.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A rigid gas permeable contact lens is a device intended to be worn directly against the cornea of the eye to correct vision conditions. The device is made of various materials, such as cellulose acetate butyrate, polyacrylate-silicone, or silicone elastomers, whose main polymer molecules generally do not absorb or attract water.
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January 07, 2022
Valley Contax, Inc. % Bret Andre Principal Consultant EyeReg Consulting, Inc. 6119 Canter Lane West Linn, OR 97068
Re: K213880
Trade/Device Name: Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.5916 Regulation Name: Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lens Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HOD Dated: December 10, 2021 Received: December 13, 2021
Dear Bret Andre:
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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J. Angelo Green, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT1A: Division of Ophthalmic Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT and Dental Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K213880
### Device Name
Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lenses for daily wear are indicated for use for the management of multiple ocular conditions, such as, degenerations that lead to an irregular corneal shape (e.g. keratoconus, keratoglobus, pellucid marginal degeneration, Salzmann's Nodular Degeneration), dystrophies (e.g. Cogan's dystrophy, granular corneal dystrophy, Lattice Corneal Dystrophy), post-surgery (e.g. corneal transplant, LASIK, radial keratotomy), and corneal scarring. The lens may also be prescribed for the management of ocular surface diseases (e.g. dry eye syndrome, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Graft vs Host Disease, Sjogren's syndrome, Filamentary Keratitis), limbal stem cell deficiency, epidermal ocular disorders, neurotrophic keratitis, and corneal exposure/ lagophthalmos). When prescribed for therapeutic use, the Custom Stable RGP Scleral Lenses is also indicated for correction of refractive error in persons with myopia, hyperopia or presbyopia.
Eyecare practitioners may prescribe the lenses for frequent/planned replacement wear, with cleaning, disinfection and scheduled replacement. When prescribed for frequent/planned replacement wear, the lens may be cleaned and disinfected using a chemical (not heat) lens care system.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| <div> <span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </span> </div> | <div> <span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> </div> |
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# Special 510 (k) Summary
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.
K213880 The assigned 510(k) number is:
#### I. SUBMITTER
- December 10th, 2021 Date Prepared: Name: Valley Contax, Inc. 200 South Mill St. Address: Springfield, Oregon 97477 Josh Adams Contact Person: Vice President Phone number: (541) 744-9393 Consultant: Bret Andre EyeReg Consulting, Inc. 6119 Canter Ln. West Linn, OR 97068 (503) 372-5226 Phone number:
#### II. DEVICE
| Trade Name: | Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral<br>Contact Lens |
|-------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common<br>Name: | Daily wear rigid gas permeable contact lens |
| Classification<br>Name: | Rigid gas permeable contact lens. (21 CFR 886.5916) |
| Regulatory<br>Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | HQD |
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#### III. PREDICATE DEVICE
Custom Stable "11 Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens for daily wear is substantially equivalent to the following predicate device:
- "Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens" ■ (Primary Predicate) By Valley Contax, Inc. 510(k) number; K170335
#### IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens for daily wear is a large diameter rigid gas permeable contact lens design that vaults over the cornea and rests on the conjunctiva overlying the sclera. The Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (rofflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens is lathe cut from one of the following hydrophobic, fluorosilicone acrylate materials:
- · roflufocon D (supplied by Contamac Ltd.)
- · roflufocon E (supplied by Contamac Ltd.)
| | ROFLUFOCON D | ROFLUFOCON E |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Refractive Index | 1.430 | 1.4332 |
| Light Transmission (clear) | >97% | >97% |
| Light Transmission (tinted) | >90% | >90% |
| Water Content | <1% | <1% |
| Dynamic Contact Angle (Receding) | 3° | 6° |
| Specific Gravity | 1.166 | 1.155 |
| Modulus | 697 MPa | 77 MPa |
| Shore D Hardness | 75 | 77 |
| Oxygen Permeability<br>(Dk) | $100 x 10^{-11}$ (cm2/sec) (ml O₂/ml x mm<br>Hg @ 35°C) | $125 x 10^{-11}$ (cm2/sec) (ml O₂/ml x mm<br>Hg @ 35°C) |
| ISO/FATT Method | | |
| contain one or more of the following<br>color additives conforming to:<br>21 CFR Part 73 & 74, Subpart D | D & C Green No. 6, FD & C Red<br>No. 17,<br>CI Solvent Yellow 18 | D & C Green No. 6, FD & C Red<br>No. 17,<br>CI Solvent Yellow 18 |
| UV Light Blocking<br>(UVB - 280nm – 315nm; UVA 316nm<br>- 380nm) | >98% UVB<br>>95% UVA | >98% UVB<br>>95% UVA |
The physical properties of the Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens are as follows:
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The parameters for the Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens are as follows:
| Parameter | Range | Tolerance |
|--------------------|-------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Base Curve | 6.6 mm to 11.0 mm | ± 0.05 mm |
| Center Thickness | 0.20 mm to 1.20 mm<br>(0.01mm increments) | ± 0.02 mm |
| Diameter | 13.8 mm to 19.0 mm | ± 0.10mm |
| Spherical Power | -30.00 D to +30.00 D<br>(0.125 D steps) | ± 0.12 (0 to = 5D)<br ± 0.18 (5 to = 10.0D)<br ± 0.25 (10 to = 15D)<br ± 0.37 (15 to = 20D)<br ± 0.50 (over 20D) |
| Cylindrical Power | -0.25D to -6.50D | ± 0.25 (0 to = 2D)<br ± 0.37 (2 to = 4D)<br ± 0.50 (over 4D) |
| Surface Appearance | | Lenses should be clear with no surface defect |
The Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens may be shipped "dry" or "wet". The containers for shipping the Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens are as follows:
- · Bonasse SC 106 (510(k) K991206)
- · Bonasse SC-107 (510(k) K991206)
- · Amcon CL-5001 (510(k) K923458)
- Amcon JC-4013 (510(k) K923458)
When shipped "wet", The Custom Stable"M Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lens is packaged and shipped in the Menicon Unique pH multipurpose solution.
#### V. INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lenses for daily wear are indicated for use for the management of multiple ocular conditions, such as, degenerations that lead to an irregular corneal shape (e.g. keratoconus, keratoglobus, pellucid marginal degeneration, Salzmann's Nodular Degeneration), dystrophies (e.g. Cogan's dystrophy, granular corneal dystrophy, Lattice Corneal Dystrophy), post-surgery (e.g. corneal transplant, LASIK, radial keratotomy), and corneal scarring. The lens may also be prescribed for the management of ocular surface diseases (e.g. dry eye syndrome, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Graft vs Host Disease, Sjogren's syndrome, Filamentary Keratitis), limbal stem cell deficiency, epidermal ocular disorders, neurotrophic keratitis, and corneal exposure/lagophthalmos). When prescribed for therapeutic use, the Custom Stable RGP Scleral Lenses is also indicated for correction of refractive error in persons with myopia, hyperopia or presbyopia.
Eyecare practitioners may prescribe the lenses for frequent/planned replacement wear, with cleaning, disinfection and scheduled replacement. When prescribed for frequent/planned replacement wear, the lens may be cleaned and disinfected using a chemical (not heat) lens care system.
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#### VI. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH PREDICATE DEVICE
The Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lenses are substantially equivalent to the predicate device (cleared under K170335) in terms of the following:
- 트 Intended use - daily wear contact lenses
- Indications for use
- Actions
- 트 Classification - Lenses, Rigid Gas Permeable, Daily Wear (21 CFR 886.5916)
- FDA material group - group # 3 fluoro silicone acrylate
- 트 USAN materials (roflufocon D, roflufocon E)
- 트 Lens design (Custom Stable)
- Production method - lathe cut
- Final packaging and shipping
The following matrix illustrates the production method, lens function and material characteristics of the Custom Stable TM Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lenses, as well as the predicate device.
| | Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable<br>(roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral<br>Contact Lenses | Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable<br>(roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral<br>Contact Lenses |
|--------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device (K170335) |
| Classification | Same as predicate | Class II<br>Lenses, Rigid Gas Permeable, Daily Wear<br>21 CFR 886.5916 |
| Product Code | Same as predicate | HQD |
| FDA Group # | Same as predicate | Group # 3 Fluoro Silicone Acrylate |
| Material (USAN) | Same as predicate | roflufocon D, roflufocon E |
| Production Method | Same as predicate | Lathe-Cut |
| Intended Use | Same as predicate | Daily Wear |
| Water Content (%) | Same as predicate | <1% |
| UV Absorber<br>Available | Same as predicate | Yes |
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| | Indications for Use |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Custom<br>Stable™ Rigid<br>Gas Permeable<br>(roflufocon D,<br>roflufocon E)<br>Scleral Contact<br>Lenses<br>(Subject<br>Device) | The Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lenses for<br>daily wear are indicated for use for the management of multiple ocular conditions, such as, degenerations<br>that lead to an irregular corneal shape (e.g. keratoconus, keratoglobus, pellucid marginal degeneration,<br>Salzmann's Nodular Degeneration), dystrophies (e.g. Cogan's dystrophy, granular corneal dystrophy,<br>Lattice Corneal Dystrophy), post-surgery (e.g. corneal transplant, LASIK, radial keratotomy), and corneal<br>scarring. The lens may also be prescribed for the management of ocular surface diseases (e.g. dry eye<br>syndrome, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Graft vs Host Disease, Sjogren's syndrome, Filamentary Keratitis),<br>limbal stem cell deficiency, epidermal ocular disorders, neurotrophic keratitis, and corneal<br>exposure/lagophthalmos). When prescribed for therapeutic use, the Custom Stable RGP Scleral Lenses is<br>also indicated for correction of refractive error in persons with myopia, hyperopia or presbyopia.<br>Eyecare practitioners may prescribe the lenses for frequent/planned replacement wear, with cleaning,<br>disinfection and scheduled replacement. When prescribed for frequent/planned replacement wear, the lens<br>may be cleaned and disinfected using a chemical (not heat) lens care system. |
| Custom<br>Stable™ Rigid<br>Gas Permeable<br>(roflufocon D,<br>roflufocon E)<br>Scleral Contact<br>Lenses<br>(Predicate<br>Device:<br>K170335) | The Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lenses for<br>daily wear are indicated for use for the management of multiple ocular conditions, such as, degenerations<br>that lead to an irregular corneal shape (e.g. keratoconus, keratoglobus, pellucid marginal degeneration,<br>Salzmann's Nodular Degeneration), dystrophies (e.g. Cogan's dystrophy, granular corneal dystrophy,<br>Lattice Corneal Dystrophy), post-surgery (e.g. corneal transplant, LASIK, radial keratotomy), and corneal<br>scarring. The lens may also be prescribed for the management of ocular surface diseases (e.g. dry eye<br>syndrome, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Graft vs Host Disease, Sjogren's syndrome, Filamentary Keratitis),<br>limbal stem cell deficiency, epidermal ocular disorders, neurotrophic keratitis, and corneal<br>exposure/lagophthalmos). When prescribed for therapeutic use, the Custom Stable RGP Scleral Lenses is<br>also indicated for correction of refractive error in persons with myopia, hyperopia or presbyopia.<br>Eyecare practitioners may prescribe the lenses for frequent/planned replacement wear, with cleaning,<br>disinfection and scheduled replacement. When prescribed for frequent/planned replacement wear, the lens<br>may be cleaned and disinfected using a chemical (not heat) lens care system. |
#### VII. PERFORMANCE DATA
### ~ Non-Clinical Studies ~
Non-clinical testing to validate safety and effectiveness for finished contact lenses manufactured from roflufocon D and roflufocon E blanks has been addressed by reference to previously cleared 510(k) premarket notifications. To evaluate the changes presented in this 510(k), Valley Contax conducted the following tests:
# Lens Design/Manufacturing Verification:
Bench testing was performed to verify the ability of Valley Contax, Inc. to manufacture the Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lenses to a variety of prescribed parameters within manufacturing tolerances. Testing was conducted in accordance with ISO 18369-3.
# Refractive Index Testing:
Bench testing was performed to verify the refractive index of the Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lenses. Testing was conducted in accordance with ISO 18369-4.
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~ Clinical Studies ~
Clinical performance data to validate the safety and effectiveness of contact lenses manufactured from roflufocon D and roflufocon E has been addressed by reference to previously cleared 510(k) premarket notifications.
# VIII. CONCLUSIONS
# Substantial Equivalence
Information presented in this premarket notification establishes that Custom Stable™ Rigid Gas Permeable (roflufocon D, roflufocon E) Scleral Contact Lenses for daily wear are as safe and effective as the predicate device when used in accordance with the labeled directions for use and for the proposed indications.
### Risks and Benefits
The risks of the subject device are the same as those normally attributed to the wearing of rigid gas permeable (RGP) daily wear contact lenses. The benefits to the patient are the same as those for other RGP contact lenses.
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Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.