PENTARAY® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter, DECANAV® Mapping Catheter, Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology with Auto ID
PENTARAY® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter, DECANAV® Mapping Catheter, Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology with Auto ID
Applicant
Biosense Webster, Inc.
Product Code
MTD · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Jul 10, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1220
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
Sponsor
RWD Sources
RWE Use Summary
Key Tags
K231312 · Jul 10, 2023
PENTARAY® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter, DECANAV® Mapping Catheter, Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology with Auto ID
Biosense Webster, Inc.
REAL AF Registry
The REAL AF Registry sub-study was used to evaluate the safety and acute effectiveness of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation ablation using a zero/low fluoroscopy workflow, supporting the updated instructions for use for the subject catheters.
Safety and acute effectiveness of zero/low fluoroscopy workflow
Indications for Use
PENTARAY® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter: The PENTARAY® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter is indicated for multiple 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 heart. The PENTARA Y® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter provides location information when used with compatible CARTO®3 EP Navigation Systems. (This catheter is not compatible with CARTO® 3 EP Navigation Systems prior to version 3.x). DECANAV® Mapping Catheter: The DECANAV® Catheter is indicated for electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures i.e., recording and stimulation, including in the coronary sinus. In addition, the catheter is used with compatible CARTO® 3 System to provide catheter tip location information. Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology and Auto ID: The Webster® CS Catheter is indicated for electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures i.e., stimulation and recording only. The catheter is designed for use in the coronary sinus.
Device Story
Multi-electrode diagnostic catheters; used for electrophysiological mapping (recording/stimulation) of cardiac structures. Catheters feature deflectable tips (manual control via handle/piston/rocker lever) and platinum or platinum/iridium electrodes. Some models include Auto ID technology (EEPROM) for automatic recognition by CARTO® 3 EP Navigation Systems. Used in clinical settings by physicians; catheters provide electrograms and location data (when used with CARTO® 3). Modifications allow for use with direct imaging guidance (fluoroscopy/ultrasound). Output assists physicians in identifying cardiac electrical activity, facilitating clinical decision-making during ablation or diagnostic procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Real-World Evidence study (REAL AF Registry Sub-Study) evaluated safety and acute effectiveness of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation ablation using zero/low fluoroscopy workflow. Primary safety and secondary acute effectiveness endpoints were met. Safety was corroborated by comparable cumulative incidences of secondary safety endpoints between zero/low fluoroscopy and conventional fluoroscopy groups.
Technological Characteristics
Diagnostic EP catheters; 6F-7F diameters; 115cm length. Materials: platinum or platinum/iridium electrodes, braided shafts. Features: deflectable tips (single plane or bi-directional), high-torque shafts. Connectivity: interface cables to CARTO® 3 EP Navigation Systems. Auto ID models include EEPROM for device identification. Sterilization: not specified.
Indications for Use
Indicated for electrophysiological mapping (recording/stimulation) of cardiac structures, including atrial, ventricular, and coronary sinus regions. Used for patients requiring cardiac electrophysiological assessment.
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
PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter (K201750)
Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology (K101345)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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July 10, 2023
Biosense Webster Inc. Caleb Lau Senior Regulatory Affairs Program Lead 31 Technology Drive, Suite 200 Irvine, California 92618
Re: K231312
Trade/Device Name: PENTARAY® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter, DECANAV® Mapping Catheter, Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology with Auto ID Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1220 Regulation Name: Electrode recording catheter or electrode recording probe Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MTD, DRF Dated: May 5, 2023 Received: May 5, 2023
Dear Caleb Lau:
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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# 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
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### Indications for Use
### 510(k) Number (if known) K231312
#### Device Name
PENTARAY® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter; Webster; Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID; Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology; Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology and Auto ID
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
PENTARAY® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter:
The PENTARAY® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter is indicated for multiple 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 heart. The PENTARA Y® NAV ECO High Density Mapping Catheter provides location information when used with compatible CARTO®3 EP Navigation Systems. (This catheter is not compatible with CARTO® 3 EP Navigation Systems prior to version 3.x).
### DECANAV® Mapping Catheter:
The DECANAV® Catheter is indicated for electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures i.e., recording and stimulation, including in the coronary sinus. In addition, the catheter is used with compatible CARTO® 3 System to provide catheter tip location information.
Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology and Auto ID:
The Webster® CS Catheter is indicated for electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures i.e., stimulation and recording only. The catheter is designed for use in the coronary sinus.
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## 510(k) Summary
| Applicant: | Biosense Webster, Inc.<br>31 Technology Drive, Suite 200<br>Irvine, CA 92618, USA<br>Tel.: (800) 729-9010<br>Fax: (909) 839-8500 |
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| Contact Person: | Caleb Lau<br>Senior Regulatory Affairs Program Lead<br>Phone: 949-704-1584<br>Fax: 949-450-6886 |
| Date: | May 5, 2023 |
| Device Trade<br>Names: | PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter, |
| | DECANAV® Mapping Catheter, |
| | Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID, |
| | Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology |
| | Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology and Auto ID |
| Device Common<br>Name: | Electrophysiology Mapping Catheter |
| Model Numbers: | PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter: |
| | D-1282-07-S, D-1282-08-S, D-1282-09-S, D-1282-10-S,<br>D-1282-11-S, D-1282-12-S |
| | DECANAV® Mapping Catheter: |
| | D-1285-01-S, D-1285-02-S |
| | Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID |
| | D-1353-03-S, D-1353-04-S |
| | Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology: |
| | D-1263-04-S, D-1263-05-S |
| | Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology with Auto ID |
| | D-1263-06-S, D-1263-07-S |
| Device<br>Classification: | Electrode Recording Catheter<br>Class II, 21 CFR 870.1220 |
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| Product Codes | PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter:<br>MTD<br>DECANAV® Mapping Catheter:<br>DRF<br>Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID:<br>DRF<br>Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology:<br>DRF<br>Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology with Auto ID:<br>DRF |
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| Predicate Devices: | PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter:<br>PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter, cleared via 510(k) K201750<br>DECANAV® Mapping Catheter:<br>DECANAV® Mapping Catheter, cleared via 510(k) K080425<br>Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID:<br>Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID, incorporated via documentation (Letter to File) to K080425<br>Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology:<br>Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology, cleared via 510(k) K101345<br>Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology with Auto ID:<br>Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology with Auto ID, cleared via 510(k) K101345 |
| Manufacturing<br>Facilities: | Biosense Webster, Inc.,<br>Circuito Interior Norte 1820,<br>Industrial Salvarcar, Ciudad Juarez,<br>Chihuahua 32574 Mexico |
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Device Description: PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter:
The PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter is a multi-electrode diagnostic catheter designed to facilitate electrophysiological mapping of all structures in the heart (recording and stimulation). The catheter's distal end is a flower-shaped probe with 5 spines that radiate from the center. Each spine has 4 ring electrodes that are used for stimulation and recording within the heart. The flower is available in a 30mm diameter and several ring spacing configurations to achieve optimal mapping and contact with various cardiac structures.
DECANAV® Mapping Catheter:
The DECANAV® Catheter has been designed to be used with the CARTO® 3 Navigation System (a magnetic field location technology) to facilitate electrophysiological mapping of the heart. The catheter has a high-torque shaft with a deflectable tip section containing an array of platinum/iridium electrodes that can be used for stimulation and recording of cardiac electrical signals.
The DECANAV® Catheter has a single proximal electrode that can be used for unipolar recording signals. The DECANAV® Catheter tip deflection is controlled by a proximal hand piece that features a thumb operated sliding piston and is offered in various curve types. The plane of the curved tip can be rotated during use.
The DECANAV® Catheter interfaces with standard recording equipment and CARTO® 3 EP Navigation System equipment via interface cables with the appropriate connectors.
Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID:
The Webster® Coronary Sinus Catheter is a steerable, multi-electrode catheter with a deflectable tip designed to facilitate electrophysiological mapping of the heart. The device is a 6 FR catheter with a usable length of 115 cm. The catheter has a high-torque shaft with a deflectable tip selection containing an array of platinum electrodes that can be used for stimulation and recording.
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Standard features of this catheter include a braided 6 FR deflectable tip section with an array of platinum electrodes that includes a 2 mm tip dome. The braided tip is controlled by a proximal hand piece that features a thumb operated sliding piston, and is offered in a various curve types. The high-torque shaft allows the plane of the curved tip to be rotated to facilitate accurate position of the catheter tip at the desired site.
The catheter is equipped with Electronically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM) which is used to store unique catheter identification information. CARTO® EP Navigation Systems equipped with Auto ID Technology can access the stored information and automatically recognize the catheter information.
The catheter interfaces with CARTO® EP Navigation Systems equipped with Auto ID Technology via interface cables with the appropriate connectors.
Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology:
The Webster® CS Catheters with EZ Steer Bi-directional Technology (D-1263-04-S and D-1263-05-S) are diagnostic. 7F, deflectable, mapping electrophysiology (EP) catheters with the ability to map electrical activity within the Coronary Sinus through distal Platinum/Iridium electrodes located along the catheter's pre-shaped tip. The catheters incorporate a 2 mm tip electrode, 10 total electrodes, 2-8-2 mm electrode spacing, have bi-directional deflection and are 115 cm long. These catheters include a braided bi-directional deflectable tip section. The braided bi-directional tip provides the user with two 180° opposed single plane curves. Currently, the available curves include FJ (D-1263-04-S) and DF (D-1263-05-S). These catheters include a handle with a Rocker Lever, which is used to deflect the tip. The high-torque shaft allows the plane of the curved tip to be rotated to facilitate accurate positioning of the catheter tip at the desired site. The following cables are used to provide a means for interface of the catheters with the appropriate equipment:
- D-1221-21 ●
- D-1221-26 0
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- D-1221-25 .
Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology and Auto ID:
The Webster CS Catheters with EZ Steer Bi-directional Technology (D-1263-06-S and D-1263-07-S) are diagnostic, 7Fr, deflectable, mapping electrophysiology (EP) catheters with the ability to map electrical activity within the Coronary Sinus through distal Platinum/Iridium electrodes located along the catheter's pre-shaped tip. The catheters incorporate a 2 mm tip electrode, 10 total electrodes, 2-8-2 mm electrode spacing, have bidirectional deflection and are 115 cm long. These catheters include a braided bi-directional deflectable tip section. The braided bi-directional tip provides the user with two 180° opposed single plane curves. Currently, the available curves include FJ (D-1263-06-S) and DF (D-1263-07-S). These catheters include a handle with a Rocker Lever which is used to deflect the tip. The high-torque shaft allows the plane of the curved tip to be rotated to facilitate accurate positioning of the catheter tip at the desired site. The Webster CS Catheters with EZ Steer Bi-directional Technology and Auto ID (D-1263-06-S & D-1263-07-S) are equipped with Electronically Erasable Programable Read Only Memory (EEPROM) which is used to store unique catheter identification information. CARTO 3 EP Navigation Systems equipped with Auto ID Technology can access the stored information and automatically recognize the catheter information. The catheters interface with CARTO 3 EP Navigation Systems via an interface cable (D-1286-16) with the appropriate connectors. PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter Indications for Use: The PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter 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 heart. The PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter provides location information when used with compatible CARTO®3 EP
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| Technological<br>Characteristics: | Navigation Systems. (This catheter is not compatible<br>with CARTO® 3 EP Navigation Systems prior to version<br>3.x). |
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| | DECANAV® Mapping Catheter: |
| | The DECANAV® Catheter is indicated for<br>electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures i.e.,<br>recording and stimulation, including in the coronary<br>sinus. In addition, the catheter is used with compatible<br>CARTO® 3 System to provide catheter tip location<br>information. |
| | Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID, Webster® CS Catheter with<br>EZ Steer Technology, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer<br>Technology and Auto ID: |
| | The Webster® CS Catheter is indicated for<br>electrophysiological mapping of cardiac structures i.e.,<br>stimulation and recording only. The catheter is designed<br>for use in the coronary sinus. |
| | PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter: |
| | The PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping<br>Catheter is identical in design and all technological<br>characteristics to the predicate PENTARAY® NAV eco<br>High Density Mapping Catheter cleared under K201750.<br>The main difference between the predicate device and the<br>modified device is a change to the instructions for use to<br>allow for the use of direct imaging guidance, such as<br>fluoroscopy or ultrasound, during catheter manipulation. |
| | DECANAV® Mapping Catheter: |
| | The DECANAV® Catheter is identical in design and all<br>technological characteristics to the predicate<br>DECANAV® Catheter cleared under K080425. The<br>main difference between the predicate device and the<br>modified device is a change to the instructions for use to<br>allow for the use of direct imaging guidance, such as<br>fluoroscopy or ultrasound, during catheter manipulation. |
| | Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID: |
| | The Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID is identical in |
| | predicate Webster® CS Catheter with Auto ID<br>incorporated by documentation (Letter to File) to<br>K080425. The main difference between the predicate<br>device and the modified device is a change to the<br>instructions for use to allow for the use of direct imaging<br>guidance, such as fluoroscopy or ultrasound, during<br>catheter manipulation |
| | Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology (with and<br>without Auto ID): |
| | The Webster® CS Catheter is identical in design and all<br>technological characteristics to the predicate Webster®<br>CS Catheter cleared under K101345. The main<br>difference between the predicate device and the modified<br>device is a change to the instructions for use to allow for<br>the use of direct imaging guidance, such as fluoroscopy<br>or ultrasound, during catheter manipulation. |
| Performance<br>Data: | The subject devices underwent bench and animal testing and<br>passed all intended criteria in accordance with appropriate test<br>criteria and standards. |
| Clinical Data: | A Real-World Evidence study (REAL AF Registry Sub-Study)<br>evaluating the safety and acute effectiveness of Paroxysmal<br>Atrial Fibrillation ablation with a zero/low fluoroscopy<br>workflow was performed. The data from the study demonstrated<br>the safety and effectiveness of zero/low fluoroscopy workflow.<br>The primary safety and secondary acute effectiveness endpoints<br>were met in the REAL AF Registry population. The safety of the<br>zero/low fluoroscopy workflow was further corroborated by the<br>comparable cumulative incidences of the secondary safety<br>endpoint between the zero/low fluoroscopy group and the<br>conventional fluoroscopy group. |
| Conclusions: | The PENTARAY® NAV eco High Density Mapping Catheter,<br>DECANAV® Mapping Catheter, Webster® CS Catheter with<br>Auto ID, Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology, and<br>Webster® CS Catheter with EZ Steer Technology and Auto ID<br>are substantially equivalent to their respective predicate devices<br>based on the following: (1) clinical study data obtained from<br>Real-World Evidence and (2) equivalence in terms of<br>fundamental scientific technology based on the identical design,<br>principles of operation, and indications for use |
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Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
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.