K983607 · Labtician Ophthalmics, Inc. · MML · Jan 8, 1999 · Ophthalmic
Device Facts
Record ID
K983607
Device Name
LABTICIAN LID LOAD GOLD EYELID WEIGHT IMPLANTS
Applicant
Labtician Ophthalmics, Inc.
Product Code
MML · Ophthalmic
Decision Date
Jan 8, 1999
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 886.5700
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Labtician Lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implants, surgically implanted in the upper eyelid, work by gravity to restore a functional blink mechanism in the patient with lagophthalmos resulting from temporary or permanent facial paralysis. specifically the orbicularis oculi muscle. This paralysis may be the result of Bell's palsy or from surgical trauma to the facial nerve. The patient with lagophthalmos is unable to close the eyelid completely because of partial or complete paralysis to the facial nerve. This paralysis may be the result of Bell's palsy or from surgical trauma to the facial nerve. The condition of paralysis can be either permanent or transient.
Device Story
Pure gold (99.99%) eyelid implants; spherically radiused strips; 12 sizes (0.6g to 2.8g). Surgically implanted in upper eyelid; gravity-based mechanism restores blink function; prevents corneal exposure, keratopathy, and vision loss in patients with facial paralysis. Used in clinical/surgical settings by ophthalmologists/surgeons. Supplied sterile via ethylene oxide. Substantially equivalent to predicate; primary difference is sterile supply vs. non-sterile predicate requiring end-user sterilization.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data; bench testing only. Substantial equivalence based on identical design, materials, and intended use to a pre-amendment predicate device.
Technological Characteristics
Material: 99.99% pure gold. Form: Rectangular strip with 12.7 mm spherical radius of curvature. Suture holes for fixation to tarsus or orbital septum. Sterilization: Ethylene oxide (SAL 1 x 10^-6).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients with lagophthalmos due to temporary or permanent facial paralysis (e.g., Bell's palsy, surgical trauma to facial nerve) affecting the orbicularis oculi muscle, requiring restoration of functional blink mechanism.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An eyelid weight is a prescription device made of gold, tantalum, platinum, iridium, or surgical grade stainless steel that is rectangular in shape and contoured to the shape of the eye. The device is intended for the gravity assisted treatment of lagophthalmos (incomplete eyelid closure).(1) The external eyelid weight is adhered to the outer skin of the upper eyelid. (2) The implantable eyelid weight is implanted into the upper eyelid.
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls) for the external eyelid weight. The external eyelid weight is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 886.9. The special controls for the external eyelid weight are:(i) Testing demonstrating the biocompatibility of the device; and
(ii) Labeling must include the following information:
(A) Specific instructions regarding the proper placement, sizing, and removal of the device; and
(B) A warning stating that the patient should be instructed to remove the device prior to entering a magnetic resonance environment.
(2) Class II (special controls) for the implantable eyelid weight. The special controls for the implantable eyelid weight are:
(i) Testing demonstrating the biocompatibility of the device;
(ii) Testing demonstrating the sterility and shelf life of the device;
(iii) Nonclinical testing evaluating the compatibility of the device in a magnetic resonance environment.
(iv) Patient labeling to convey information regarding the safety and compatibility of the device in a magnetic resonance environment, the conditions under which a patient with the device can be safely scanned, and a mechanism for a healthcare provider to obtain detailed information about magnetic resonance safety and compatibility if needed.
Predicate Devices
Series 3000 Gold Eyelid Implants (pre-amendment device)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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JAN 8 1999
K 483607
- 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness 7. In accordance with CFR 807.92 (April 26, 1992), the following information is submitted:
- 1. Name: Labtician Ophthalmics, Inc. 2140 Winston Park Drive. Unit# 6 Oakville, ON, L6H 5V5 Canada
| Telephone: | 905-829-0055 |
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| Fax | 905-829-0056 |
Contact: David Sculati
Date of Summary Preparation: October 9, 1998
- Labtician Lid Load™ Gold Eyelid Weight 2. Name of Device: Implants Gold Evelid Weights Common Name: Classification Name: Not classified
- 3. Predicate Device: Series 3000 Gold Evelid Implants, a pre-amendment device
### 4. Device Description:
The Labtician Lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implants are spherically radiused strips of pure gold (99.99%), constructed in twelve sizes ranging from 0.6 grams to 2.8 grams in 0.2 gram increments. All product specifications are substantially equivalent to the predicate device, the Series 3000 Gold Evelid Implant, produced by MedDev Corporation, with the exception that Labtician Lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implants are supplied sterile, whereas the predicate device is supplied nonsterile and designed to be sterilized prior to surgery by the end user.
The Labtician Lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implant may be implanted into the evelid following the surgical technique described in the product brochure. This technique is substantially equivalent to the technique used to implant the predicate device, the Series 3000 Gold Evelid Implant.
- ട. Intended Use:
Labtician Lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implants, surgically implanted in the upper eyelid, work by gravity to restore a functional blink mechanism in the patient with lagophthalmos resulting from temporary or permanent facial paralysis. specifically the orbicularis oculi muscle. This paralysis may be the result of Bell's palsy or from surgical trauma to the facial nerve.
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Functional defects which may be corrected or avoided with the use of Labtician lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implants include inadequate eyelid closure, corneal exposure, serious keratopathy such as ocular irritation, keratitis, corneal abrasion or ulceration. These conditions may result in decreased vision.
The intended use of the Labtician Lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implant is identical to the intended use of the predicate device, the Series 3000 Gold Eyelid Implant.
- Technological Characteristics of the Device: 6.
Labtician Lid Load Gold Evelid Weight Implants are constructed of pure gold (99.99%). The weights are designed in a rectangular shape with a spherical radius of curvature of 12.7 mm which conforms to the shape of the eye. All edges are smoothly rounded. Suture holes are placed in the implant to allow the surgeon to secure it to the tarsus or orbital septum.
With the exception of sterility, all technological characteristics of the Labtician Lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implants are substantially equivalent to the technological characteristics of the predicate device, the Series 3000 Gold Eyelid Implant. Labtician Lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implants are sold sterile, while the predicate device (Series 3000 Gold Eyelid Implants) are sold non-sterile, requiring sterilization by the end user prior to surgery. Labtician Lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implants are sterilized by ethylene oxide using a validated sterilization cycle providing a Sterility Assurance Level of 1 x 10-6.
# SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE COMPARISON
| | Labtician Lid Load<br>Gold Eyelid<br>Weight Implant<br>(Labtician) | Series 3000 Gold<br>Eyelid Implant<br>(MedDev) |
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| Indications for Use<br>Target Population<br>Design<br>Materials<br>Performance<br>Sterility | Same<br>Same<br>Same<br>Same<br>Same<br>Sold sterile | Same<br>Same<br>Same<br>Same<br>Same<br>Sold non-sterile,<br>(sterilized by end user<br>prior to use) |
| Biocompatibility<br>Mechanical Safety<br>Anatomical Site<br>Human Factors<br>Where Used | Same<br>Same<br>Same<br>Same<br>Same | Same<br>Same<br>Same<br>Same<br>Same |
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
JAN 8 1999
Mr. R. David Sculati Vice President & General Manager Labtician Ophthalmics, Inc, 2140 Winston Park Drive, Unit #6 Oakville, ON, L6H 5V5 Canada
Re: K983607 Trade Name: Labtician Lid Load ™ Gold Eyelid Weight Implants Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 86 MML Dated: October 9, 1998 Received: October 14, 1998
Dear Mr. Sculati:
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 requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (OS) 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 .
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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,
A Roerl forenthal
A. Ralph Rosenthal, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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### Statement of Indications for Use 9.
Labtician Lid Load Gold Eyelid Weight Implants, surgically implanted in the upper eyelid, work by gravity to restore a functional blink mechanism in the patient with lagophthalmos resulting from temporary or permanent facial paralysis, specifically the orbicularis oculi muscle. This paralysis may be the result of Bell's palsy or from surgical trauma to the facial nerve.
The patient with lagophthalmos is unable to close the eyelid completely because of partial or complete paralysis to the facial nerve. This paralysis may be the result of Bell's palsy or from surgical trauma to the facial nerve. The condition of paralysis can be either permanent or transient.
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