OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology
K230253 · Biosense Webster, Inc. · MTD · Mar 2, 2023 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K230253
Device Name
OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology
Applicant
Biosense Webster, Inc.
Product Code
MTD · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Mar 2, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1220
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology is indicated for multiple electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures in the heart, i.e., recording or simulation only. This catheter is intended to obtain electrograms in the atrial and ventricular regions of the heart. The cather provides location information only when used with a compatible version of the CARTO™ 3 System.
Device Story
The OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter is a bi-directional deflectable catheter used for electrophysiological mapping of the heart. It features six parallel 2 Fr spines forming three loops on the deflectable tip, with a 6x6 grid of 36 platinum electrodes for recording and stimulation. A magnetic location sensor in the tip provides spatial data to the CARTO™ 3 EP Navigation System. The device includes a TRUEref™ electrode at the spine confluence for internal unipolar reference and an irrigation lumen for anticoagulant fluid. Operated by physicians in a clinical setting, the catheter is inserted via an 8.5 F guiding sheath. The physician manipulates the tip using a rocker lever. Electrical signals (electrograms) are transmitted to the CARTO™ 3 system for visualization, analysis, and interpretation of heart arrhythmias. The device aids in diagnosing arrhythmias by providing high-density mapping of cardiac electrical activity.
Clinical Evidence
Bench and animal testing only. Bench testing evaluated mechanical integrity, deflection, functionality, simulated use, electrical properties, visualization, and shelf life. Animal testing assessed device effectiveness, safety, and maneuverability. All tests met pre-defined acceptance criteria.
Technological Characteristics
Bi-directional deflectable catheter with 6 parallel 2 Fr spines; 36 platinum electrodes (6x6 grid); magnetic location sensor; TRUEref™ unipolar reference electrode; irrigation lumen for anticoagulant fluid; 8.5 F guiding sheath compatibility; connects to CARTO™ 3 EP Navigation System.
Indications for Use
Indicated for electrophysiological mapping (recording or stimulation) of atrial and ventricular cardiac structures in patients requiring cardiac arrhythmia assessment. Compatible with CARTO™ 3 System for location tracking.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrode recording catheter or an electrode recording probe is a device used to detect an intracardiac electrocardiogram, or to detect cardiac output or left-to-right heart shunts. The device may be unipolar or multipolar for electrocardiogram detection, or may be a platinum-tipped catheter which senses the presence of a special indicator for cardiac output or left-to-right heart shunt determinations.
Predicate Devices
OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology (K211438)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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March 2, 2023
Biosense Webster, Inc. John Jimenez Senior RA Program Lead 31 Technology Drive, Suite 200 Irvine, California 92618
Re: K230253
Trade/Device Name: OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1220 Regulation Name: Electrode Recording Catheter Or Electrode Recording Probe Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MTD Dated: January 27, 2023 Received: January 31, 2023
Dear John Jimenez:
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,
Aneesh S. Deoras -S
Aneesh Deoras Assistant Director Division of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Diagnostics and Monitoring Devices 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) K230253
Device Name
OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology
Indications for Use (Describe)
The OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology is indicated for multiple electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures in the heart, i.e., recording or simulation only. This catheter is intended to obtain electrograms in the atrial and ventricular regions of the heart. The cather provides location information only when used with a compatible version of the CARTO™ 3 System.
Type of Use (*Select one or both, as applicable*)
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## 2. 510(k) Summary
| Applicant: | Biosense Webster, Inc.<br>31 Technology Drive, Suite 200<br>Irvine, CA 92618<br>Phone: (949) 923-4774<br>Fax: 949-450-6886 |
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| Contact Person: | John Jimenez<br>Senior Program Lead, Regulatory Affairs |
| Date: | January 27, 2023 |
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology |
| Common or Usual<br>Name of Device: | Electrophysiological Mapping Catheter |
| Classification Name: | Electrode Recording Catheter<br>(21 CFR 870.1220, Product Code MTD) |
| Predicate Device: | OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology<br>510(k): K211438 |
| Manufacturer: | Biosense Webster, Inc.<br>31 Technology Drive, Suite 200<br>Irvine, CA 92618 |
| Manufacturing Sites: | Biosense Webster, Inc.<br>Circuito Interior Norte #1820<br>Parque Industrial Salvarcar 32599<br>Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico |
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#### Substantially Equivalent To A.
The OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology is substantially equivalent to the Biosense Webster OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology cleared on March 18, 2022, under 510(k) K211438.
#### Description of the Device Subject to Premarket Notification B.
The OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology has been designed to facilitate electrophysiological mapping of the heart with the CARTO™ 3 System. The OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology is deployed in the heart through an 8.5 F guiding sheath. This bi-directional deflectable catheter includes six (6) parallel 2 Fr spines that are joined to form three (3) loops on the deflectable tip. Each spine has six (6) platinum electrodes that are used for stimulating and recording. The electrodes form a 6 by 6 (6x6) grid. A magnetic location sensor embedded in the deflectable tip transmits location information to the CARTO™ 3 EP Navigation System. Below the spines on the deflectable tip are three (3) electrodes that allow visualization of the tip on the CARTO™ 3 System. The TRUEref™ Electrode, which is embedded in the distal end of the irrigation lumen, can be used as an internal close unipolar reference electrode within the heart chamber. Rotating the catheter's Rocker Lever clockwise or counterclockwise deflects the tip; rotating the Rocker Lever to the neutral position straightens the tip. The catheter includes an irrigation lumen for connection to a source of continuous drip anticoagulant fluid. Lastly, the proposed catheter is offered in the same deflectable curve offerings as the predicate.
The OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology design uses the same technology, has the same intended use, functions, materials, and method of operation as the predicate OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology. Instead of eight (8) platinum electrodes on each spine, the proposed OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology has six (6) electrodes on each spine, forming a 6 by 6 paddle-shaped tip containing thirty-six (36) electrodes arranged across six (6) spines. Like the predicate, the proposed OPTRELL™ also includes a close uni-polar reference electrode located at the confluence of the spines. Otherwise, there are no special technical aspects of the ability of this catheter to detect electrical signals from heart endocardium and transmit this information to the CARTO® 3 EP Navigation System and/or recording equipment for display, analysis, and interpretation in detection of various heart arrhythmias. The difference in paddle size and number of electrodes between the proposed OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology and the predicate OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology have been evaluated through bench and animal testing. Results from the bench and animal data demonstrated that the proposed device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device and did not result in new questions with regards to safety and effectiveness of the device.
#### Indications for Use ﻥ
The OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology is indicated for multiple electrode electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures in the heart, i.e., recording or stimulation only. This catheter is intended to obtain electrograms in the atrial and ventricular regions of the
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heart. The catheter provides location information only when used with a compatible version of the CARTO™ 3 System.
#### Performance Data D.
The OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology underwent Bench and Animal Testing. Testing included mechanical integrity, deflection, device functionality, simulated use, electrical properties, visualization, shelf life, device maneuverability and signal quality, and animal testing to assess device effectiveness and safety. The catheter passed all intended criteria in accordance with appropriate test criteria and standards. No new questions of safety or effectiveness were identified. Testing demonstrated that the proposed OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology is as safe, effective, and performs as well as or better, than the predicate device. This testing program supports the determination of substantial equivalence to the predicate device.
#### Overall Performance Conclusions ட்.
The nonclinical studies demonstrate that the OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology is as safe, effective, and performs as well as or better, than the predicate OPTRELL™ Mapping Catheter with TRUEref™ Technology.
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