← Product Code [FMI](/productcode/FMI) · K991404 # PLATYPUS AV FISTULA NEEDLE PROTECTOR (AVFNP) (K991404) _Itl Corporation Pty, Ltd. · FMI · May 14, 1999 · General Hospital · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda-staging.innolitics.com/device/K991404 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Itl Corporation Pty, Ltd. - **Product Code:** [FMI](/productcode/FMI.md) - **Decision Date:** May 14, 1999 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 880.5570 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** General Hospital ## Indications for Use The AV Fistula Needle Protector (AVFNP) is intended for use in the prevention of accidental needle stick injuries upon completion of hemodialysis and apheresis procedures. ## Device Story AVFNP is a disposable, non-sterile, hinged needle protector for hemodialysis and apheresis needle sets. Device clips onto tubing; user slides protector behind butterfly wings prior to needle withdrawal. During withdrawal, user pulls tubing/needle into protector; audible click confirms lock engagement. Lock restricts access to needlepoint and contains residual blood. Operated by healthcare professional or patient; allows one-handed operation while other hand applies pressure to puncture site. Benefits include reduced risk of accidental needle stick injuries. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data. Bench testing only; samples of various needle sizes were tested to verify dimensions allowed complete encapsulation of the needle and prevented finger access. ## Technological Characteristics Materials: Polypropylene (grades GYM 28, GYM 45, HD810P). Design: Hinged assembly, manual locking mechanism with audible click. Form factor: Clip-on protector for AV fistula needle tubing. Sterilization: Non-sterile. ## Regulatory Identification A hypodermic single lumen needle is a device intended to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, parts of the body below the surface of the skin. The device consists of a metal tube that is sharpened at one end and at the other end joined to a female connector (hub) designed to mate with a male connector (nozzle) of a piston syringe or an intravascular administration set. ## Predicate Devices - Bloodpack Needle Protector (BNP) ([BK980008](/device/BK980008.md)) - Medisystems Apheresis Needle with Guard ([K932074](/device/K932074.md)) ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0}------------------------------------------------ MAY 14 Hay K991404 # Summary of Safety and Effectiveness for AV Fistula Needle Protector (AVFNP) #### Submitter ITL Corporation 22 Molonglo Mall Fyshwick, 2609 Canberra, Australia #### Date summary was prepared June 16, 1998 ## Name(s) of the device AV Fistula Needle Protector (AVFNP) ## Identification of predicate device(s) Bloodpack Needle Protector (BNP) Manufactured by ITL Corporation, PTY Ltd. BK980008 Medisystems Apheresis Needle with Guard Manufactured by Medisystems Corporation K932074 #### Description of the device The AV Fistula Needle Protector (AVFNP) is a disposable, single-use, non-sterile needle protector, which is used as an aid in preventing accidental needle stick injuries upon completion of hemodialysis and apheresis procedures. The design of the AVFNP is compatible with currently marketed AV Fistula needle sets produced by most major manufacturers. The hinged assembly allows the AVFNP to be included on AV Fistula needle sets at the time of manufacture or during a hemodialysis or apheresis procedure (i.e., before needle insertion or just prior to withdrawal). Once the AVFNP is clipped over the tubing, it can be engaged at any time by moving the AVFNP down the tubing to rest behind the butterfly wings of the AV Fistula needle. Prior to withdrawal of the needle, the AVFNP should be held securely between the index finger and thumb while the other hand pulls the tubing and needle assembly into the AVFNP. This position shields the point of the needle. A lock, an additional safety feature, can be activated once the needle has been shielded by pressing the top and bottom of the AVFNP together. This lock restricts further access to the needlepoint and contains any blood that may drop from the needle. An audible click can be heard when the lock is activated. {1}------------------------------------------------ The AVFNP can be operated with either hand and leaves the other hand free to apply pressure to the puncture point and/or stabilize the AVFNP while withdrawing the needle. The AVFNP can be stabilized by holding, between the index finger and thumb, either the ribbed area on the front (e.g., when health care professional applies pressure to the puncture site during withdrawal of the needle) or the thumb rest on the back (e.g., when patient applies pressure to the puncture site during withdrawal of the needle). ## Intended Use The AV Fistula Needle Protector (AVFNP) is intended for use in the prevention of accidental needle stick injuries upon completion of hemodialysis and apheresis procedures. # Comparison of device characteristics to predicate The table below provides a side-by-side comparison of the technological characteristics of the AVFNP and the following predicate devices: Bloodpack Needle Protector (BNP), BK980008, and Apheresis Needle with Needle Guard (ANNG), K932074. | Technological Characteristics | | | | |-------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------| | Characteristic | Predicate Devices:
BNP and ANNG | Device:
AVFNP | Comment: | | Intended Use | For use in preventing accidental
needle stick injuries upon
completion of hemodialysis and
apheresis procedures. (ANNG) | For use in preventing accidental
needle stick injuries upon
completion of hemodialysis and
apheresis procedures. | Same | | Technological
Features | The protector fits over the needle
and tubing. The tubing is pulled
with one hand until the assembly
is locked into place. (BNP and
ANNG) | The protector fits over the
needle and tubing. The tubing
is pulled with one hand until the
assembly is locked into place. | Same | | Specifications | Samples of various needle sizes,
commonly used for the intended
purpose of the device, were
selected and tested to verify that
the dimensions of the device
allowed complete encapsulation
of the needle and prevented
finger access. It was determined
that the specifications were
adequate. (BNP and ANNG) | Samples of various needle sizes,
commonly used for the intended
purpose of the device, were
selected and tested to verify that
the dimensions of the device
allowed complete encapsulation
of the needle and prevented
finger access. It was
determined that the
specifications were adequate. | Same | | Materials | Polypropylene grades: GYM 28,
GYM 45, and HD810P. (BNP) | Polypropylene grades: GYM
28, GYM 45, and HD810P. | Same | | Sterilization | Not sterile. (BNP) | Not sterile. | Same | {2}------------------------------------------------ # Conclusion The intended use, design, materials of fabrication, and performance are the same as the predicate devices, the Bloodpack Needle Protector (BNP), BK980008, and Apheresis Needle with Needle Guard, K932074. Therefore, the AVFNP is substantially equivalent to the Bloodpack Needle Protector (BK980008), the Apheresis Needle with Needle Guard (K932074), and devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976. {3}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/3/Picture/1 description: The image is a black and white seal for the Department of Health & Human Services - USA. The seal is circular with the text "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - USA" arranged around the perimeter of the circle. Inside the circle is a stylized image of an eagle. Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 MAY 1 4 1999 ITL Corporation C/O Kenneth A. Palmer, Ph.D. Senior Technical Advisor Quintiles, Incorporated 15825 Shady Grove Road, Suite 130 Rockville, Maryland 20850-4008 Re : K991404 Platypus AV Fistula Needle Protector (AVFNP) Trade Name: Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FMI Dated: April 22, 1999 April 22, 1999 Received: Dear Dr. Palmer: 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 The general controls provisions of the Act of the Act. include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, qood 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 Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Good Manufacturing Practice for Medical Devices: General (GMP) requlation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP requlation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in Please note: this response to your the Federal Register. 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. {4}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 - Dr. Palmer This letter will allow you to beqin marketing your device as described in your 510 (k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a leqally 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 requlation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4692. 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 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, Timothy A. Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {5}------------------------------------------------ K 991404 CONFIDENTIAL 510(k) Number None assigned as of this time Device Name AV Fistula Needle Protector (AVFNP) Indications for Use The AV Fistula Needle Protector (AVFNP) is intended for use in the prevention of accidental needle stick injuries upon completion of hemodialysis and apheresis procedures. Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) - 风 Prescription Use (per 21 CFR 801.109) - Over-the Counter Use here Reveau for ABC 7/14/99 Division Sign-Off) (Division Sign-on) Division of Dental, Infection Control, Division of Dospital Devices 510(k) Number - PRESCRIPTION use --- **Source:** [https://fda-staging.innolitics.com/device/K991404](https://fda-staging.innolitics.com/device/K991404) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. 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