K964276 · Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp. · HEW · Nov 25, 1997 · Obstetrics/Gynecology
Device Facts
Record ID
K964276
Device Name
ENDOSCOPIC HYSTERECTOMY AND UTERUS MANIPULATOR
Applicant
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp.
Product Code
HEW · Obstetrics/Gynecology
Decision Date
Nov 25, 1997
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 884.1640
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The instrument set consisting of vaginal tube, obturator (mandrin) and instrumentation inserts in combination with the uterus manipulator and uterus probe is used to support LAVH (laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy).
Device Story
Endoscopic Hysterectomy and Uterus Manipulator set supports LAVH procedures. System includes vaginal tube, obturator (mandrin), instrumentation inserts, and uterus manipulator with probe. Vaginal tube provides visualization of cervical portio, serves as surgical guide, and maintains pneumoperitoneum. Obturator facilitates tube introduction. Instrumentation inserts provide gas-tight ports for surgical tools. Uterus manipulator features deflectible distal tip to fix and position uterus during surgery. Operated by surgeons in clinical/OR settings. Device enables uterine manipulation and access during laparoscopic hysterectomy, potentially facilitating minimally invasive surgical approach.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical tests performed. Evidence based on mechanical bench testing, including stress testing of the vaginal tube locking system (100,000 cycles) and mechanical resistance testing of the uterus manipulator hinge. Steam sterilization compatibility was verified using the fractional method.
Technological Characteristics
Autoclavable, gas-tight vaginal tube with instrumental ports, specifically shaped tubal tip, and deflectible uterus manipulator probe. Materials are medical-grade for steam sterilization. System is manual/mechanical; no software or electronic components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH) for conditions including uterus myomatosis and abnormal uterine bleeding. Contraindicated in patients where vaginal hysterectomy is possible, patients with pelvic masses >8x5 inches, cesarean hysterectomy, placenta accreta, uterine atony, unspecified uterine bleeding, uterine rupture, or stage III ovarian cancer requiring large abdominal incision. Medical status (anemia, diabetes, lung/cardiac disease, bleeding diathesis) must be evaluated; surgeon inexperience is a contraindication.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A culdoscope is a device designed to permit direct viewing of the organs within the peritoneum by a telescopic system introduced into the pelvic cavity through the posterior vaginal fornix. It is used to perform diagnostic and surgical procedures on the female genital organs. This generic type of device may include trocar and cannula, instruments used through an operating channel, scope preheaters, light source and cables, and component parts.
Dr. Reich, "The Role of Laparoscopy in Hysterectomy", Advances in Obstetrics and Gynecology, vol.1 1994
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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46-1276 1/5
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation
NOV 25 1997
353 Corporate Woods Parkway
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
Telephone: 847.913.1113
Fax: 847.913.1488
| 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Submitter: | | | Date of Preparation: October 25, 1996 | |
| Company / Institution name: RICHARD WOLF MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS CORP. | | | FDA establishment registration number: 14 184 79 | |
| Division name (if applicable): N.A. | | | Phone number (include area code): (847) 913-1113 | |
| Street address: 353 Corporate Woods Parkway | | | FAX number (include area code): (847) 913-0924 | |
| City: Vernon Hills | State/Province: Illinois | Country: USA | | ZIP / Postal Code: 60061 |
| Contact name: Mr. Robert L. Casarsa | | | | |
| Contact title: Quality Assurance Manager | | | | |
| Product Information: | | | | |
| Trade name: Endoscopic Hysterectomy and Uterus manipulator | | Model number: 8370.501/.511/.512/.513, 8983.011/.111/.201 | | |
| Common name: | | Classification name: Endoscope and accessories | | |
| Information on devices to which substantial equivalence is claimed: | | | | |
| 510(k) Number | Trade or proprietary or model name | | Manufacturer | |
| 1 | 1 valtchev manipulator | | 1 European Patent Applicant 94103496.9 | |
| 2 | 2 RUMI | | 2 Cooper Surgical | |
| 3 pre-enactment | 3 8370.00 | | 3 Richard Wolf Medical Instruments | |
| 4 | 4 26201A | | 4 Storz | |
| 5 | 5 24945A | | 5 Storz | |
| 6 pre-enactment | 6 8991.02 | | 6 Richard Wolf Medical Instruments | |
| 7 pre-enactment | 7 4837 C | | 7 Richard Wolf Medical Instruments | |
| 8 | 8 24945AO | | 8 Storz | |
| 9 | 9 24945E | | 9 Storz | |
## 1.0 Description
The Endoscopic Hysterectomy instruments and Uterus manipulator are designed to remove the uterus through the vagina. The obturator can be introduced into the vagina through the tube. The vaginal tube is gas tight.
The changeable distal tip of the uterus manipulator is deflectible so that the uterus can be moved in optimal operation position. The jaw with the teeth fixes the cervix part on the manipulator and can be locked and released with the locking device (17). When the turned handle is moved clockwise, the distal tip goes in the deflected angle. When the luer sealing cap is removed the instrument can be cleaned by rinsing.
RICHARD WOLF
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K64276 2/3
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation
355 Corporate Woods Parkway
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
Telephone: 847.913.1113
Fax: 847.913.1488
## 2.0 Intended Use
The instrument set consisting of vaginal tube, obturator (mandrin) and instrumentation inserts in combination with the uterus manipulator and uterus probe is used to support LAVH (laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy).
## 2.1 Contraindication
Contraindications described in the relevant literature must be observed.
Diagnosis and treatment of a pelvic mass that is too large to fit intact into an impermeable sack (≤8 x 5 in.).
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy is not indicated when vaginal hysterectomy is possible.
The medical status of the patient may prohibit surgery. Anemia, diabetes, lung disorders, cardiac disease, and bleeding diathesis must be evaluated before surgery. Age should rarely be a deterrent. Cesarean hysterectomy is an absolute contraindication. Placenta accreta, uterine atony, unspecified uterine bleeding, and uterine rupture are relative contraindications for peripartum hysterectomy at present. Another contraindication might be stage III ovarian cancer that requires a large abdominal incision.
Inexperience of the surgeon is a contraindication to the laparoscopic approach.
## 3.0 Technological Characteristics
- autoclavable
- speziell shaped tubal tip
- gas tightness
- gas tight instrumental ports
## 4.0 Substantial Equivalence
The basic design of the tube and obturator are equivalent to pre enactment devices from R.Wolf and equivalent to existing competitive devices. There are some modifications in dimension e.g. length, diameter; contour, function and working insert for its intended use in LAVH.
The manipulator is based on pre enactment devices from R.Wolf, but is changed in design and now used through the tube for its intended use in LAVH and is equivalent to competitive devices.
RICHARD WOLF
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3/3
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation
353 Corporate Woods Parkway
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
Telephone: 847.913.1113
Fax: 847.913.1488
## 5.0 Performance Data
Mechanical stress test of the vaginal tube shows, that the bayonet locking system is tight after 100,000 cycles of opening and closing.
Mechanical test of the uterus manipulator shows that the mechanical resistance of the hinch is strong enough for the manipulating of the uterus.
The steam sterilization in the clinical use and the tests performed by Richard Wolf shows, that the steam sterilization has no influence to the quality of the endoscopic hysterectomy instruments and uterus manipulator, when using the fractional method.
## 6.0 Clinical Tests
No clinical tests performed.
(see literature Dr. Reich, "The Role of Laparoscopy in Hysterectomy", Advances in Obstetrics and Gynecology, vol.1 1994, Mosby-Year Book, Inc.).
## 7.0 Conclusions Drawn
These devices are designed and tested to guarantee the safety and effectiveness, when used according to the instruction manual.
By: Robert L. Casarsa
Quality Assurance Manager
Date: Oct 22, 96
RICHARD WOLF
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration
9200 Corporate Boulevard
Rockville MD 20850
NOV 25 1997
Mr. Robert L. Casarsa
Quality Assurance Manager
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation
353 Corporate Woods Parkway
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
Re: K964276
Endoscopic Hysterectomy and Uterus Manipulator
(see attached list for model names and numbers)
Dated: August 25, 1997
Received: August 29, 1997
Regulatory class: II
21 CFR §884.4160/Product code: 85 HEW
21 CFR §884.4530/Product code: 85 HDP
Dear Mr. Casarsa:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4613. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours,

Lillian Yin, Ph.D.
Director, Division of Reproductive,
Abdominal, Ear, Nose and Throat,
and Radiological Devices
Office of Device Evaluation
Center for Devices and
Radiological Health
Enclosure
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NOV-24-1997 09:40 RICHARD WULF & JEFF. 1 047 012 2924 P.04
510(k) Number (if known): ________________________________
P172
Device Name: **Endoscopic Hysterectomy and Uterus Manipulator**
Indications for Use:
## Indications for Use:
For laparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy.
The Endoscopic Hysterectomy instrument set consisting of vaginal tube, mandrin and instrumentation insert is used to support LAVH (laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy).
- The tube is used for visualization of the cervical portio.
The distal section of the vaginal tube can be seen during laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy, and thus serves the surgeon as a guide and support during cutting. The tube allows pneumoperitoneum to be maintained during cutting and opening of the posterior vaginal vault.
- The mandrin supports the introduction of the tube into the vagina. Prior to introduction it is inserted into the vaginal tube and locked in place.
- The instrumentation insert has two openings - instrument ports - through which surgical instruments are inserted into the vaginal tube without loss of gas.
Indication: For the use of the uterus manipulator in endoscopic hysterectomy:
- Uterus myomatosis
- Abnormal uterine bleeding
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
D. J. Anthony
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, ENT, and Radiological Devices
510(k) Number **K964276**
Prescription Use ☑
Per CFR 21 CFR 801.109
OR 1 - 3
Over-The-Counter Use
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NOV-24-1997 09:40
P272
**Indications for Use:**
The Uterus Manipulator set, consisting of uterus manipulator and uterus probe is used to support LAVH.
The uterus manipulator is an instrument with a distally inclinable probe section. The part of the instrument which is inserted in the uterus serves to fix the uterus and change or manipulate its position.
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Robert D. Sutliff
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, ENT, and Radiological Devices
510(k) Number K964276
Prescription Use ☑
Per CFR 21 CFR 801.109
OR
1 - 4
Over-The-Counter Use
TOTAL P.05
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