The biopsy-needle is intended for soft-tissue biopsy (such as breast, kidney, liver, prostate).
Device Story
The Automatic Biopsy Needle (BAM) and Semi-automatic Biopsy Needle (BIM) are sterile, spring-loaded, disposable percutaneous soft tissue biopsy systems. The device consists of a handle, spring, cannula, stylet, trigger, and spring guide. It is used by a qualified physician under MR image guidance to obtain core biopsy samples. The BAM utilizes an automatic gun with a guillotine system where the mandrin moves automatically; the BIM uses a similar guillotine system but with manual mandrin movement. The physician inserts the needle into the target tissue; the spring-loaded mechanism triggers the cannula to cover the stylet notch, capturing a tissue sample. The device provides intact, cylindrical core samples for diagnostic evaluation. The system is designed for MRI compatibility, allowing for precise needle placement during image-guided procedures.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Performance evaluated via needle penetration, firing mechanism (shot) testing, sample quantity/length measurement, and sample quality/integrity observation under video microscopy. MRI safety evaluation conducted. All acceptance criteria met.
Indicated for soft-tissue biopsy (breast, kidney, liver, prostate) in patients requiring tissue sampling.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A gastroenterology-urology biopsy instrument is a device used to remove, by cutting or aspiration, a specimen of tissue for microscopic examination. This generic type of device includes the biopsy punch, gastrointestinal mechanical biopsy instrument, suction biopsy instrument, gastro-urology biopsy needle and needle set, and nonelectric biopsy forceps. This section does not apply to biopsy instruments that have specialized uses in other medical specialty areas and that are covered by classification regulations in other parts of the device classification regulations.
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June 18, 2024
ITP Innovative Tomography Products GmbH Dominik Främke Project Manager Universitätsstraße 136 Bochum, 44799 Germany
Re: K233294
Trade/Device Name: Automatic Biopsy Needle BAM, Semi-Automatic Needle BIM Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.1075 Regulation Name: Gastroenterology-Urology Biopsy Instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KNW Dated: May 21, 2024 Received: May 21, 2024
Dear Dominik Främke:
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 (the 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 available 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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Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90. Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the OS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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Sincerely.
# Jessica Carr -S
Jessica Carr, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control 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) K233294
Device Name Automatic Biopsy Needle - BAM Semi-automatic Biopsy Needle - BIM
Indications for Use (Describe)
The biopsy-needle is intended for soft-tissue biopsy (such as breast, kidney, liver, prostate).
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
This 510(k) Summary is being submitted in accordance with requirements of 21CFR Section 807.92.
The assigned 510(k) Number: K233294
Date of Preparation: 06/17/2024
| Submitter | Innovative Tomography Products GmbH<br>Universitaetsstr. 136<br>44799 Bochum<br>Germany<br>Phone: +49 234 54621940<br>Fax: +49 234 54622444 | Device & Predicate Device(s): | K233294<br>Automatic (BAM)<br>Semi-Automatic (BIM) | K222462 (Predicate)<br>Semi-Automatic (BIM) | | |
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| E-Mail: | qm@innotom.com | General Device Characteristics | | | | |
| Contact: | Dominik Främke ( project manager) | Material | Needle: Inconel 625, Nitinol<br>Handle: ABS | Needle: Inconel 625, Nitinol<br>Handle: ABS | | |
| Device Trade<br>Name: | Automatic Biopsy Needle - BAM<br>Semi-automatic Biopsy Needle - BIM | Size<br>Diameter (G)/Length (mm)/Notch (mm) | BAM/BIM Diameter: 18, 16<br>BAM/BIM Length: 100, 150, 175,<br>200<br>Notch: 18 (BAM), 10/18 (BIM) | Diameter: 18, 16, 14<br>Length: 100, 150, 200<br>Notch: 10/20 (BIM) | | |
| Common<br>Name: | Gastroenterology-urology biopsy instrument | | | Design | BAM: Cutting is performed with an<br>automatic gun with guillotine<br>system; mandrin is moved<br>automatically with the help of a<br> | Cutting is performed with an<br>automatic gun with guillotine<br>system; mandrin is moved<br>manually. |
| Classification: | Instrument, Biopsy | | Single Use | Yes | Yes | |
| Regulation: | 876.1075 | | Cannula Covers the notch of stylet | Yes | Yes | |
| Product Code: | KNW | Biopsied Tissue Sample Length<br>(Cylindrical, Intact) | >10 mm (BAM, 18 mm notch)<br>>10 mm (BIM, 18 mm notch)<br>> 7 mm (BIM, 10 mm notch)<br>Tissue Types: Muscle, Liver, Kidney | In Muscle:<br>~6.72 mm for 10 mm Notch (BIM)<br>~11.77 for 20 mm Notch (BIM)<br>Overall (Muscle, Liver, Apple)<br>~8.82 mm for 10 mm Notch (BIM)<br>~17.22 for 20 mm Notch (BIM) | | |
| Primary<br>Predicate: | K222462 | Monitoring | MRI | MRI | | |
| Device<br>Description<br>Summary: | The Semi-automatic Biopsy-Needle - BIM and Automatic Biopsy Needle - BAM are<br>sterile, spring loaded, disposable percutaneous soft tissue biopsy systems. It consists of<br>the following major components: handle, spring, cannula, stylet, trigger and spring<br>guide. It is used to obtain multiple core biopsy samples from soft tissue such as breast,<br>kidney, liver and prostate. The needle has to be inserted by a qualified physician under<br>MR image guidance. | Sterlization | EO | EO | | |
| Indications for<br>Use: | The biopsy-needle is intended for soft-tissue biopsy (such as breast, kidney, liver,<br>prostate). | Packaging | Sterile pouches made of<br>sterilization-resistant 70 g/m²<br>heavy-duty paper and a plastic film | Tyvek bag | | |
| Indications for<br>Use<br>Comparison | The indications for use statement of the subject device is identical to the indications for<br>use statement of the primary predicate device. | | | | | |
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Technological Comparison
The Semi-automatic Biopsy Needle - BIM and Automatic Biopsy Needle - BAM are identical or similar in technology, design and material to the predicate device. Both devices are sterile and for single-use.
The material of the needles are identical to the predicate/reference device. Based on the same intended use and the similarities in technology, design and materials the proposed devices are substantially equivalent to their predicate/reference devices. Biocompatibility, MR-testing, sterility and packaging demonstrate the safety and effectiveness of the proposed device.
#### Non-Clinical Tests
The following tests were performed to evaluate the performance of the subject device and support substantial equivalence with the predicate device.
- 1) Penetration of the needle
- 2) Shot of the needle
- 3) Quantity of the sample taken
- 4) Quality/integrity of the sample taken
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5) MRI Safety Evaluation
For the present report different Semiautomatic Biopsy Needles - BIM and Automatic Biopsy Needles - BAM has been used. 18G and 16G biopsy needles were used. Two lengths were used: 150 mm and 200 mm. The testing was conducted after the validated EO sterilization of all devices. Therefore the tests were conducted on final finished devices.
Description of the tests and Results
1) For the stylet perforation capacity, a biopsy needle is inserted in three different tissues (i.e., muscle, liver, kidney) according to the IFU. It is then visually tested to ensure that the stylet tip could easily and effortlessly penetrate the tissue without causing tears or lacerations to create a good entry path for the cannula. The needle is inserted in different tissues to assess the penetration capacity of the stylet tip. For all tested biopsy devices the insertion was appropriate and conducted effortlessly with no difficulties at all. The acceptance criteria were met. This demonstrates that the device works as intended.
2) To test the shot of the needle the release mechanism of the biopsy device was triggered in air as well as in the animal tissue. The test showed that the device spring has sufficient power for the cannula to cover the tip of the stylet that contains the notch completely. The tests were conducted for the 10 mm and 18 mm notch.
3) Different tissue samples were taken with biopsy devices for the 10 mm and 18 mm notch. After that the length of the collected samples was measured with a ruler. The length was written down and the results were analyzed. The results showed that the device met the acceptance criteria (e.g., ≥ 5 mm for the 10 mm notch and ≥ 9 mm for the 18 mm notch) and the dimensions of the samples were comparable to the dimensions of the sample acquired using the predicate.
4) The taken tissue samples in test 3 are observed under video microscope. The samples were carefully observed to see if they are cylindrical, intact and abundant. This was done for both 10 mm and 18 mm notch samples. All samples were cylindrical, intact and abundant. The acceptance criteria were met. The samples collected using the subject device were comparable to the samples acquired using the predicate.
5) MRI safety evaluation was performed to develop conditions of safe use.
- Clinical Tests Not needed.
- Conclusion Based on the comparison and analysis above, the proposed subject device is determined to be Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device.
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