K233639 · Elucent Medical, Inc. · NEU · Dec 20, 2024 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K233639
Device Name
SmartClip Secure Soft Tissue Marker
Applicant
Elucent Medical, Inc.
Product Code
NEU · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Dec 20, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4300
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The implanted SmartClip® is indicated for radiographic marking of sites in soft tissue. In addition, the Marker is indicated in situations where the soft tissue site needs to be marked for future medical procedures.
Device Story
SmartClip Secure is a sterile, single-use, permanently implantable soft tissue marker. Marker consists of a glass vial component with a PEEK retention feature and PET heatshrink wrap. Delivered via a 17ga introducer needle with a male luer lock nut for attachment to transbronchial access tools or coaxial needles. Marker emits electromagnetic signatures acquired/analyzed by the EnVisio System; translated into positional data for physician visualization. Visible via radiography, mammography, ultrasound, and MRI. Used by physicians to mark soft tissue sites (e.g., lung, gastrointestinal) for future procedures. Benefits include precise localization of tissue sites for subsequent medical interventions.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including simulated use, mechanical integrity, imaging assessment, MR compatibility, biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1), packaging (ISO 11607-1), shelf life, and sterilization (ISO 11135) validation.
Technological Characteristics
Implantable marker (approx. 8mm x 1.25mm) with PEEK retention feature and PET heatshrink. Delivery system includes 17ga stainless steel needle and male luer lock. Principle of operation: electromagnetic signature emission analyzed by EnVisio System. Compatible with radiography, ultrasound, MRI. Sterilization: Ethylene oxide (SAL 10^-6).
Indications for Use
Indicated for radiographic marking of soft tissue sites for future medical procedures. Applicable to patients requiring soft tissue site marking.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An implantable clip is a clip-like device intended to connect internal tissues to aid healing. It is not absorbable.
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December 20, 2024
Elucent Medical, Inc. Judson Guericke Vice President - Regulatory & Quality 6509 Flying Cloud Drive Eden Prairie, Minnesota 55344
Re: K233639
Trade/Device Name: SmartClip Secure Soft Tissue Marker Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4300 Regulation Name: Implantable Clip Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NEU Dated: November 20, 2024 Received: November 20, 2024
Dear Judson Guericke:
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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(https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
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, Alexander Digitally signed by Alexander Nguyen -S Date: 2024.12.20 13:17:02 -05'00"
for Tek N. Lamichhane, Ph. D. Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control 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) K233639
Device Name SmartClip Secure Soft Tissue Marker
Indications for Use (Describe)
The implanted SmartClip® is indicated for radiographic marking of sites in soft tissue. In addition, the Marker is indicated in situations where the soft tissue site needs to be marked for future medical procedures.
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| 510(k) #: | K233639 |
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| | 510(k) Summary |
| | Prepared on: 2024-12-19 |
| Contact Details | 21 CFR 807.92(a)(1) |
| Applicant Name | Elucent Medical, Inc. |
| Applicant Address | 6509 Flying Cloud Drive Eden Prairie MN 55344 United States |
| Applicant Contact Telephone | 651-728-8855 |
| Applicant Contact | Mr. Judson Guericke |
| Applicant Contact Email | judd.guericke@elucent.com |
| Device Name | 21 CFR 807.92(a)(2) |
| Device Trade Name | SmartClip Secure Soft Tissue Marker |
| Common Name | Implanted, radiographic, tissue marker |
| Classification Name | Implantable clip |
| Regulation Number | 878.4300 |
| Product Code | NEU |
| Legally Marketed Predicate Devices | 21 CFR 807.92(a)(3) |
| Predicate # | Predicate Trade Name (Primary Predicate is listed first) |
| K180640 | SmartClip Soft Tissue Marker |
| | Product Code |
| | NEU |
| Device Description Summary | 21 CFR 807.92(a)(4) |
The SmartClip® is an ethylene oxide sterile, single use device composed of a soft tissue marker preloaded in a delivery system. The marker is intended to be placed within soft tissue. The marker is visible using radiography (including mammographic imaging), ultrasound and MRI.
Marker:
A sterile, single use device permanently implanted marker is approximately 8 mm long and 1.25mm wide. The marker is placed into the barrel of the introducer and maintained prior to insertion by a biocompatible bone wax plug. The marker can be implanted into various types of soft tissue (e.g., lung, gastrointestinal system, and subsequently be detected by means of radiography (including mammographic imaging, ultrasound and MRI.
Delivery System:
The Delivery System consists of a stylet-lock to prevent accidental deployment and 17ga introducer needle with male luer lock nut. The stainless steel needle is approximately 2.2 cm. The marker is preloaded inside the needle and retained by a bone wax plug. The male luer lock nut provides secure attachment to the proximal end of a biopsy needle. When the stylet is completely depressed the marker and bone wax plug are deployed from the end of the proximal end of the biopsy needle.
# Intended Use/Indications for Use
## 21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)
The implanted SmartClip® is indicated for radiographic marking of sites in addition, the Marker is indicated in situations where the soft tissue site needs to be marked for future medical procedures.
# Indications for Use Comparison
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The indications for use are identical to the predicate device.
## Technological Comparison
## 21 CFR 807.92(a)(6)
The SmartClip Secure Soft Tissue Marker (subject) and predicate SmartCliffer in two primary ways. The SmartClip Secure Soft Tissue Marker has a PEEK retention feature to the glass vial component of the marker via a PET heatshrink wrap. The predicate device does not have the PEEK retention feature or PET . Second, the delivery system of the subject and predicate device differs in one notable manner. The subject SmartClip Secure has a luer lock nut on the distal end which is meant to be fastened to a transbronchial access tool or a 17ga coaxial or introducer needle, whereas the predicate device has an introducer needle affixed to the hub portion of the of the delivery system.
The subject and predicate devices are identical in several aspects including the following:
Principle of Operation: The SmartClip marker(s) emit electromagnetic signatures which are then acquired and analyzed by the EnVisio System. These electromagnetic signatures are then translated into positional data visible to the physician.
Visualization Compatibility: SmartClip marker(s) are visible using radiography including mammographic imaging), ultrasound, and MR.
Implant Duration: The SmartClip marker(s) are permanently implantable devices.
Sterilization Method: The subject and predicate devices are sterility asurance level (SAL) of 10-6.
#### Non-Clinical and/or Clinical Tests Summary & Conclusions 21 CFR 807.92(b)
All necessary testing has been performed for the SmartClip® Secure substantial equivalence to the predicate device and demonstrate the device performs as intended. The device design was qualified though the following tests:
- Simulated Use
- · Mechanical Integrity
- · Imaging Assessment
- · MR Compatibility
- · Biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1)
- · Packaging (ISO 11607-1)
- Shelf Life
- · Sterilization (ISO 11135)
Clinical testing is not applicable to support substantial equivalence.
SmartClip® Secure Soft Tissue Marker was verified to meet the all the product requirements and specifications. Tested units met the acceptance criteria as defined in formal verification protocols, meeting all requirements. Further, the fundamental scientific technology and indications for use have not changed. In conclusion, testing provided supports a determination that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicated device.
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