The PRO-PICC® catheter is indicated for short term or long term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy and power injection of contrast media and allows for central venous pressure monitoring when a 20gauge or larger lumen is used. For blood sampling, infusion or therapies use a 4F or larger catheter. The maximum recommended infusion rate varies by catheter French size and is printed on the catheter.
Device Story
PRO-PICC CT is an open-ended, radiopaque polyurethane catheter for peripheral access to the central venous system. Features include reverse taper lumen design, soft pliable hub with suture wings, and extension tubes with clamps. Purple-colored extension lines and specific labeling identify power-injectable capability. Device facilitates intravenous therapy, contrast media power injection, and central venous pressure monitoring. Used in clinical settings by healthcare professionals for catheter insertion and management. Stylet and adaptor sideport assist in placement. Output is the established venous access path; healthcare providers use the device to deliver fluids/contrast or monitor pressure, directly impacting patient treatment and diagnostic imaging capabilities.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance testing conducted per international standards and FDA guidance. Biocompatibility testing confirms materials meet ISO 10993 requirements. No clinical data presented.
Technological Characteristics
Radiopaque polyurethane catheter; reverse taper lumen design; soft pliable hub with suture wings; purple-colored extension lines for power injection identification. Available in single/double lumen configurations. Sterilized. Materials meet ISO 10993 biocompatibility standards.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring short or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for IV therapy, power injection of contrast media, and central venous pressure monitoring (if 20G+ lumen). Blood sampling/infusion requires 4F+ catheter.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A percutaneous, implanted, long-term intravascular catheter is a device that consists of a slender tube and any necessary connecting fittings, such as luer hubs, and accessories that facilitate the placement of the device. The device allows for repeated access to the vascular system for long-term use of 30 days or more, and it is intended for administration of fluids, medications, and nutrients; the sampling of blood; and monitoring blood pressure and temperature. The device may be constructed of metal, rubber, plastic, composite materials, or any combination of these materials and may be of single or multiple lumen design.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls) Guidance Document: “Guidance on Premarket Notification [510(k)] Submission for Short-Term and Long-Term Intravascular Catheters.”
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# SEP 1 6 2009
| Section 5 | | 510(k) SUMMARY | Traditional 510K |
|-----------|------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------|
| A. | Submitter Information: | | |
| | Submitter: | MEDCOMP®<br>1499 Delp Drive<br>Harleysville, PA 19438<br>Tel: (215) 256-4201<br>Fax: (215) 256-9191 | |
| | Contact: | Jean Callow<br>Regulatory Specialist | |
| | Date Prepared: | June 30, 2009 | |
| B. | Trade Name: | Medcomp® PRO-PICCCT | |
| | Common Name: | Catheter, Intravascular, Therapeutic,<br>Long-Term | |
| | Classification Name: | Long Term Intravascular Catheter (80 LJS) | |
| | Regulation Name: | Percutaneous, implanted, long-term intravascular<br>catheter | |
| | C.F.R. Section: | 880.5970 | |
| | Class: | II | |
| C. | Predicate Devices: | K053345 Medcomp, PRO-LINE® CT Pressure<br>Injectable CVC, class II 880.5970<br>K081904 Medcomp, PRO-PICC® CT, class II 880.5970<br>K070996 Bard Access Systems, Inc., 4Fr SL PowerPICC®, class II 880.5970 | |
## Device Description:
The PRO-PICC catheter is an open-ended lumen catheter designed for power injection. The catheters are an extension of the Medcomp® PRO-LINE® CT Power Injectable CVC (K053345) and PRO-PICC® CT (K081904) catheter line. The PRO-PICCo CT catheter is comprised of a soft radiopaque polyurethane material. The lumen has a reverse taper design and is connected to the extensions via a soft pliable hub with suture wing for secure placement. Clamps are provided on the extension tubes to prevent and fluid communication. Female luer connectors provide the connection for intravenous administration. The power iniectable extension lines are purple in color to differentiate it from non-power injectable catheters. The extensions are also is printed with the words power injectable. The I.D. Ring within the clamp contains information regarding checking for blood return and flushing along with rate of infusion for power injection. The dual lumen catheter has one purple colored clamp and one natural colored clamp allowing units to designate power injection on one side and infusion; blood withdraw and pressure monitoring on the other although both lumens are capable of power injection.
The PRO-PICC catheter is available in additional French sizes and either a single or double lumen. The catheter has a usable length of 50cm to 60 cm depending on French size with depth
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markings in 5 cm increments. Stylet and adaptor sideport are provided to assist in catheter insertion.
Kos 1983
The catheter is packaged sterile in a variety of tray configurations with the necessary accessories to facilitate catheter insertion.
## Indications for Use:
The PRO-PICC catheter is indicated for short term or long term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy and power injection of contrast media and allows for central venous pressure monitoring when a 20gauge or larger lumen is used. For blood sampling, infusion or therapies use a 4F or larger catheter. The maximum recommended infusion rate varies by catheter French size and is printed on the catheter.
#### Comparison to Predicate Devices:
The PRO-PICC catheters are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in terms of intended use, anatomical location, basic design, most materials, performance, labeling, manufacturing process and method of sterilization.
The differences between the PRO-PICC and the predicate devices are one material change and expansion of product line with additional French sizes and the addition of single and double lumens.
## Bench / Performance Data:
Performance testing of the proposed devices was conducted in accordance with applicable international standards and FDA guidance documents. Performance standards for pressure injection have not been established by FDA under section 514 of the Federal Food, Drug and. Cosmetic Act. Testing is based upon internal engineering testing methods.
The results of these tests in conjunction with the substantial equivalence claims effectively demonstrate the proposed devices are equivalent to the predicate devices.
## Biocompatibility:
Testing for all materials used for the PRO-PICC o has been submitted in previously cleared Medcomp devices. All biocompatibility testing demonstrates the materials used meet the requirements of ISO 10993.
#### Technological Characteristics:
Technological similarities between the proposed devices and predicate devices remain the same.
## Summary of Substantial Equivalence:
The proposed devices meet the performance criteria of design verification as specified by ISO standards, guidance documents and internal test protocols. The proposed device has the same intended use, operation and function as the predicates. There are no differences that raise new issues of safety and effectiveness. The proposed devices are substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate devices.
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## DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenne Document Mail Conter - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Ms. Jean Callow Regulatory Specialist Medcomp 1499 Delp Drive Harleysville, Pennsylvania 19438
Re: K091953
Trade/Device Name: PRO-PICCo CT Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5970 Regulation Name: Percutaneous, Implanted, Long-Term intravascular Catheter Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LJS Dated: June 29, 2009 Received: July 13, 2009
SEP 1 6 2009
Dear Ms. Callow:
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 (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. 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 (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH
/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
Anthony V. Watson br
Susan Runner, D.D.S., M.A. Acting Division Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
#### Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known):
PRO-PICC ® CT Device Name: ------------
Indications for Use:
The PRO-PICC® C catheter is indicated for short term or long term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy and power injection of contrast media and allows for central venous pressure monitoring when a 20gauge or larger lumen is used. For blood sampling, infusion or therapies use a 4F or larger catheter. The maximum recommended infusion rate varies by catheter French size and is printed on the catheter.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE OF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE),
Charles Zeller
(Division Sign-Off)
Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital Infection Control, Dental Devices
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510(k) Number: K091953
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Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.