K222032 · Neurent Medical · GEI · Oct 26, 2022 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K222032
Device Name
NEUROMARK System
Applicant
Neurent Medical
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Oct 26, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The NEUROMARK® System is indicated for use in otorhinolaryngology (ENT) surgery for creation of radiofrequency (RF) lesions to disrupt posterior nasal nerves in patients with chronic rhinitis.
Device Story
System comprises hand-held, single-use, bipolar RF device and RF console; used in ENT surgery for chronic rhinitis. Device features malleable shaft and deployable end effector with bipolar electrode array. Operator positions device in nasal cavity; retracts sheath to deploy end effector; initiates bio-impedance check via activation button to confirm tissue contact. Console monitors impedance and delivers controlled RF energy to create lesions. Console GUI provides procedural guidance, status updates, and treatment completion alerts. Device connects to console via flexible interface cable with authentication features. System benefits patients by providing targeted nerve disruption to manage rhinitis symptoms.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance testing included design verification, biocompatibility, software, and electrical/thermal safety testing. All tests passed, confirming the device meets design specifications and performs as intended.
Technological Characteristics
Bipolar RF electrosurgical system. Components: hand-held device (malleable shaft, 4-leaflet end effector) and RF console. Energy: Radiofrequency. Connectivity: Console-to-device interface cable with authentication. Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (EO).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients with chronic rhinitis undergoing ENT surgery to disrupt posterior nasal nerves via RF lesion creation.
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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October 26, 2022
Neurent Medical Karen Peterson Vice President Clinical, Regulatory & Quality 1 Oran Point, Main Street, Oranmore Galway, Connaught H91D7X2 Ireland
Re: K222032
Trade/Device Name: NEUROMARK System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting And Coagulation Device And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: July 28, 2022 Received: July 29, 2022
Dear Karen Peterson:
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,
Shu-Chen Peng, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT1B: Division Dental and ENT 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) K222032
Device Name NEUROMARK® System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The NEUROMARK® System is indicated for use in otorhinolaryngology (ENT) surgery for creation of radiofrequency (RF) lesions to disrupt posterior nasal nerves in patients with chronic rhinitis.
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
| Date Prepared: | Oct 20, 2022 |
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| Submitter Information: | Neurent Medical<br>1 Oran Point, Main Street<br>Oranmore, Co. Galway, H91 D7X2<br>Ireland |
| Establishment Registration: | 3016813690 |
| Contact Information: | Karen E. Peterson<br>Vice President Clinical, Regulatory & Quality<br>Neurent Medical<br>(651) 398-4341<br>karen@neurentmedical.com |
| Device Information: | |
| Trade Name: | NEUROMARK® System [K222032] |
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| Common Name: | Radiofrequency Probe |
| Classification Name: | Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories |
| Product Code: | GEI |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 878.4400 |
| Predicate Device: | NEUROMARK® System [K212666] |
### Device Description:
The NEUROMARK® System is intended for the application of Radiofrequency (RF) energy to create lesions in mucosal tissue in otolaryngological [also known as Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)] procedures in patients with chronic rhinitis.
The NEUROMARK® System is composed of the NEUROMARK® Device and the NEUROMARK® Radiofrequency (RF) Console.
The NEUROMARK® Device is a hand-held, single-use, bipolar radiofrequency device which comprises a handle, shaft, and treatment tip. The treatment tip, which is referred to as the End Effector, consists of an array of bipolar electrodes that deliver RF energy while monitoring feedback on tissue bio-impedance changes allowing for controlled RF energy delivery. The shaft of the device is pre-shaped to aid access and delivery to the nasal cavity but is malleable to allow the user to bend or shape it to accommodate variations in anatomy to access the desired treatment area. The NEUROMARK® Device is operated via handle, slider and activation button. Once in the desired position within the nasal cavity, the operator moves the slider backwards which retracts the outer sheath, deploying the End Effector. Using the activation button, the user initiates a bio-impedance check to assess and confirm contact between the End Effector and the treatment area. Once the System confirms contact has been achieved, a subsequent press of the activation button initiates the RF energy delivery cycle. The NEUROMARK® Device is intended for single use and provided sterile (EO).
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The NEUROMARK® Device is designed for use with the NEUROMARK® Radiofrequency (RF) Console; it includes features to allow compatibility and authentication once connected, via a flexible interface cable, to the Console.
The NEUROMARK® Console delivers, monitors and controls RF energy to the Device. The Console is mounted on an ergonomic mobile stand for ease of use. The Console includes a Graphical User Interface (GUI) which provides operational instructions for the procedure, directs the user to select nasal cavities for treatment, indicates when the device is in contact with tissue and ready to start treatment, provides status of therapy and indicates when the procedure is complete. The NEUROMARK® Console works in conjunction with software.
## Indication for Use:
The NEUROMARK® System is indicated for use in otorhinolaryngology (ENT) surgery for creation of radiofrequency (RF) lesions to disrupt posterior nasal nerves in patients with chronic rhinitis.
### Technological Characteristics:
The NEUROMARK® System (subject device) has the same indications for use and fundamental scientific technology as the predicate NEUROMARK® System [K212666].
The subject device has the same technological characteristics (i.e., principle of operation, basic design, functionality, energy type, biocompatibility, sterile packaging, shelf life, and sterilization) as the predicate device. The Treatment Tip (End Effector) of the subject device has different material and base component construction from that of the predicate device. The subject device has electrodes distributed over 4 proximal leaflets compared to 6 proximal leaflets in the predicate device. In addition, the subject device connector and interface cable was modified to simplify the connection of the device to interface cable.
### Substantial Equivalence:
The NEUROMARK® System has the same indications for use and fundamental scientific technology as the predicate device. Evaluation of the device modifications was completed. No new risks were identified and relevant performance testing was repeated to ensure the subject device still meets intended use, product specifications, and performs similarly to the predicate device.
### Performance Data:
Performance testing of the NEUROMARK® System consisted of design verification testing, biocompatibility, software, and electrical and thermal safety testing to support the device modifications listed above. All testing passed and showed that the device meets design specifications and performed as intended.
### Conclusion:
In conclusion, the indications for use and technological characteristics are the same as or equivalent to the predicate device. Performance testing has demonstrated that the subject device is as safe and effective and is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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