Altis Single Incision Sling System (519650); Aris Transobturator Sling System (519551); Supris Retropubic Sling System (519562)
K242473 · Coloplast Corp. · PAH · Oct 18, 2024 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K242473
Device Name
Altis Single Incision Sling System (519650); Aris Transobturator Sling System (519551); Supris Retropubic Sling System (519562)
Applicant
Coloplast Corp.
Product Code
PAH · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Oct 18, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.3300
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Altis Single Incision Sling System is indicated for the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence (SUI) resulting from urethral hypermobility and/or intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD). The Aris Transobturator Kit consists of the Aris implantable midurethral support sling and disposable introducers. The Aris sling and introducers are indicated for the surgical treatment of all types of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and for female urinary incontinence resulting from urethral hypermobility and/or intrinsic sphincter deficiency. The Supris Retropubic Kit consists of the Supris implantable midurethral support sling and disposable introducers for placement using a "top-down" or "bottom-up" retropubic surgical approach. The Supris sling and introducers are indicated for the surgical treatment of female stress urinary incontinence (SUI), resulting from urethral hypermobility and/or intrinsic sphincter deficiency.
Device Story
Systems consist of implantable synthetic midurethral slings and disposable introducer needles; used for surgical treatment of female stress urinary incontinence. Altis uses single-incision approach; Aris uses transobturator approach; Supris uses retropubic approach. Slings are knitted, low-elasticity, monofilament polypropylene; Altis includes dynamic tensioning anchor for intraoperative adjustment. Introducers are polycarbonate/stainless steel. Devices are permanent implants; provided sterile via ethylene oxide. Surgeons place slings to provide urethral support during increased abdominal pressure, preventing urine leakage. Benefit is restoration of continence.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data or animal studies provided. Performance testing included mesh density, thickness, pore size, tensile strength, elongation, elasticity, stiffness, suture pull-out strength, tear resistance, and weld strength. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-1.
Indicated for female patients with stress urinary incontinence (SUI) caused by urethral hypermobility and/or intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Surgical mesh is a metallic or polymeric screen intended to be implanted to reinforce soft tissue or bone where weakness exists. Examples of surgical mesh are metallic and polymeric mesh for hernia repair, and acetabular and cement restrictor mesh used during orthopedic surgery.
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October 18, 2024
Coloplast Corp. Jennifer Mrkvicka Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist 1601 West River Road North Minneapolis, MN 55411
Re: K242473
> Trade/Device Name: Altis Single Incision Sling System (519650); Aris Transobturator Sling System (519551); Supris Retropubic Sling System (519562) Regulation Number: 21 CFR§ 878.3300 Regulation Name: Surgical mesh Regulatory Class: II Product Code: PAH, OTN Dated: August 20, 2024 Received: August 20, 2024
Dear Jennifer Mrkvicka:
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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Jessica K. Nguyen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT3B: Division of Reproductive, Gynecology and Urology Devices OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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### Indications for Use
Submission Number (if known)
K242473
Device Name
Altis Single Incision Sling System (519650); Aris Transobturator Sling System (519551);
Supris Retropubic Sling System (519562)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Altis Single Incision Sling System is indicated for the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence (SUI) resulting from urethral hypermobility and/or intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD).
The Aris Transobturator Kit consists of the Aris implantable midurethral support sling and disposable introducers. The Aris sling and introducers are indicated for the surgical treatment of all types of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and for female urinary incontinence resulting from urethral hypermobility and/or intrinsic sphincter deficiency.
The Supris Retropubic Kit consists of the Supris implantable midurethral support sling and disposable introducers for placement using a "top-down" or "bottom-up" retropubic surgical approach. The Supris sling and introducers are indicated for the surgical treatment of female stress urinary incontinence (SUI), resulting from urethral hypermobility and/or intrinsic sphincter deficiency.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 2.03 510(k) SUMMARY
#### SUBMITTER I.
| 510(K) Owner's Name: | Coloplast A/S |
|-----------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------|
| Legal Manufacturer Address: | Holtedam 1<br>3050 Humlebaek, Denmark |
| Phone/Fax/Email: | Phone: (612) 707-5062<br>Email: usjmrk@coloplast.com |
| Name of Contact Person: | Jennifer Mrkvicka<br>Principle Regulatory Affairs Specialist |
| Address/Contact: | 1601 West River Road North<br>Minneapolis, MN 55411 |
| Date Prepared: | October 17, 2024 |
| II. DEVICES | |
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | Altis® Single Incision Sling System |
| Common/Usual Name: | Surgical Mesh |
| Classification Name: | Mesh, Surgical |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 878.3300 |
| Product Code: | PAH |
| Device Class: | II |
| Review Panel: | Gastroenterology/Urology |
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | Aris® Transobturator Sling System |
| Common/Usual Name: | Surgical Mesh |
| Classification Name: | Mesh, Surgical |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 878.3300 |
| Product Code: | OTN |
| Device Class: | II |
| Review Panel: | Gastroenterology/Urology |
| Trade or Proprietary Name: | Supris® Retropubic Sling System |
| Common/Usual Name: | Surgical Mesh |
| Classification Name: | Mesh, Surgical |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 878.3300 |
| Product Code: | OTN |
| Device Class: | II |
| Review Panel: | Gastroenterology/Urology |
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#### III. PREDICATE DEVICES
For the purposes of establishing substantial equivalence, the proposed Altis Single Incision Sling System, Aris Transobturator Sling System, and Supris Retropubic Sling System were compared to the predicate devices shown in the table below. The predicate devices have not been subject to a design-related recall.
| | Primary Predicate<br>(Predicate A) | Secondary Predicate<br>(Predicate B) | Tertiary Predicate<br>(Predicate C) |
|-----------------------------|---------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| Device Trade Name | Altis Single Incision<br>Sling System | Aris Transobturator<br>Sling System | Supris Retropubic<br>Sling System |
| Regulation Name | Surgical Mesh | Surgical Mesh | Surgical Mesh |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR §878.3300 | 21 CFR §878.3300 | 21 CFR §878.3300 |
| Classification | Class II | Class II | Class II |
| Product Code | PAH | OTN | OTN |
| 510(k)<br>Submitter/Holder: | Coloplast A/S | Coloplast A/S | Coloplast A/S |
| 510(k) #/ Clearance<br>Date | K221874<br>Cleared 02/15/2023 | K050148<br>Cleared 03/09/2005 | K111233<br>Cleared 06/24/2011 |
No reference devices were used in this submission.
#### IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTIONS
### Altis Single Incision Sling System
The Coloplast Altis Single Incision Sling (SIS) System includes one implantable single incision midurethral sling and two Altis introducer needles. The Altis Single Incision Sling System is provided sterile (ethylene oxide sterilization) and is for single use only.
The Altis Single Incision Sling is an implantable, synthetic, knitted, low-elasticity, monofilament polypropylene, single incision midurethral sling. The mesh sling body measures approximately 7.75 cm long by 1.1cm wide. The Altis sling assembly is connected on each end to an anchor. One end of the sling assembly is connected to a short length of USP size 1 polypropylene monofilament suture connected to a static (non-tensioning) polypropylene anchor. The other end of the sling connects to a longer length of suture with a dynamic (tensioning) polypropylene/polyurethane anchor. The dynamic anchor is intended to allow intraoperative adjustment and tensioning of the sling, resulting in urethral support during instances of increased abdominal pressure, thereby preventing urine leakage. The Altis sling is non-absorbable and is intended to be permanent.
The Altis introducers are helical-type instruments (one right), used to assist in the surgical placement of the Altis Single Incision Sling a transobturator technique, via a single incision vaginal approach. The introducers are manufactured from polycarbonate (handles) and medical grade stainless steel (needles). These introducers are only to be used with the Altis Single Incision Sling System in accordance with the Instructions for Use.
### Aris Transobturator Sling System
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The Coloplast Aris Transobturator Sling System includes an implantable midurethral sling and disposable introducer needles. The Aris sling and Aris introducers are provided sterile (ethylene oxide sterilization) and are for single use only.
The Aris sling is a synthetic, knitted, low-elasticity, midurethral sling made from monofilament polypropylene. The Aris sling is non-absorbable and intended to be permanently implanted.
Aris introducers (helical pair and flat curve) are instruments used to assist in the correct surgical placement of the Aris sling via the transobturator approach. The introducers are manufactured from polycarbonate (handles) and medical grade stainless steel (needles). These introducers are only to be used with the Aris sling.
### Supris Retropubic Sling System
The Coloplast Supris Retropubic Sling System includes an implantable midurethral sling and disposable introducer needles. The Supris sling and Supris introducers are provided sterile (ethylene oxide sterilization) and are for single use only.
The Supris sling is a synthetic, knitted, low-elasticity, midurethral sling made from monofilament polypropylene. The Supris sling is non-absorbable and intended to be permanently implanted.
The Supris introducers are instruments used to assist in the correct surgical placement of the Supris sling via a retropubic approach. The introducers are manufactured from polycarbonate (handles) and medical grade stainless steel (needles). These introducers are only to be used with the Supris sling.
#### V. INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Altis Single Incision Sling System. Aris Transobturator Sling System, and Supris Retropubic Sling System have the same indications for use as their respective predicate device:
### Altis Single Incision Sling System:
The Altis Single Incision Sling System is indicated for the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence (SUI) resulting from urethral hypermobility and/or intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD).
### Aris Transobturator Sling System:
The Aris Transobturator Kit consists of the Aris implantable midurethral support sling and disposable introducers. The Aris sling and introducers are indicated for the surgical treatment of all types of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and for female urinary incontinence resulting from urethral hypermobility and/or intrinsic sphincter deficiency.
### Supris Retropubic Sling System:
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The Supris Retropubic Kit consists of the Supris implantable midurethral support sling and disposable introducers for placement using a "top-down" or "bottom-up" retropubic surgical approach. The Supris sling and introducers are indicated for the surgical treatment of female stress urinary incontinence (SUI), resulting from urethral hypermobility and/or intrinsic sphincter deficiency.
#### COMPARISON OF KEY TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS VI.
The purpose of this 510(k) is to request clearance for changes to the polypropylene source and fiber diameter of the mesh sling used in the Altis, Aris and Supris systems. The modified Altis, Aris and Supris devices are substantially equivalent in indications for use, design, target population, sterilization method, biocompatibility, duration of use, and materials to the currently marketed Altis (K221874), Aris (K050148) and Supris (K111233) devices. The changes to the mesh have been evaluated through performance testing and do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness.
#### PERFORMANCE DATA VII.
The following test data was provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination and changes to mesh material.
#### Biocompatibility Testing
Biocompatibility testing was conducted based upon ISO 10993-1 (2018): Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 1: "Evaluation and testing within a risk management process" and FDA Guidance for Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, 'Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 1: Evaluation and Testing within a risk management process' - Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff (September 2020). Testing was conducted on the Altis sling and is representative for the Aris and Supris slings. All test results were deemed acceptable based on the established specifications and through comparative analysis of the currently marketed Altis sling against the proposed Altis sling.
#### Performance Testing
Design verification (bench) testing was conducted in support of the substantial equivalence determination and changes to the mesh, and included the recommended evaluations detailed in FDA's Guidance for the Preparation of a Premarket Notification for a Surgical Mesh (March 1999):
- Mesh Density
- Mesh Thickness ●
- Average Pore Size
- Sling Length ●
- Sling Width ●
- Length at Sling Ends ●
- Width at Sling Ends .
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- Mesh Tensile Strength ●
- Mesh Elongation at Break
- Mesh Elasticity
- Mesh Stiffness
- Suture Pull-Out Strength ●
- Mesh Tear Resistance ●
- Suture/Mesh Weld Strength ●
- Shelf-life testing to support 3 years (Altis) and 5 years (Aris/Supris) ●
### Sterilization
The Altis Single Incision Sling System, Aris Transobturator Sling System, and Supris Retropubic Sling System are sterilized using ethylene oxide in validated cycles demonstrating a sterility assurance level of 10-6.
### Packaging and Distribution
The packaging and distribution data which supported the legally marketed Altis Single Incision Sling System (K221874). Aris Transobturator Sling System (K050148) and Supris Retropubic Sling System (K111233) is still valid. No additional packaging testing was required due to the changes to the mesh.
No animal studies or clinical testing were provided to support substantial equivalence between the subject and predicate devices.
### VIII. CONCLUSIONS
The modifications to the mesh used in the Altis Single Incision Sling System, Aris Transobturator Sling System, and Supris Retropubic Sling System have been demonstrated to be substantially equivalent to the primary predicate. Altis Single Incision Sling System (K221874), based on the performance data provided. The Aris Transobturator Sling System is also substantially equivalent to the secondary predicate, Aris Transobturator Sling System (K050148), and the Supris Retropubic Sling System is also substantially equivalent to the tertiary predicate, Supris Retropubic Sling System (K111233). The supporting test results demonstrate that the mesh change for the Altis, Aris and Supris slings do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness, and the devices are substantially equivalent to the predicates.
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