FEMVUE SALINE-AIR DEVICE
K110288 · Femasys, Inc. · LKF · Apr 28, 2011 · Obstetrics/Gynecology
Device Facts
| Record ID | K110288 |
| Device Name | FEMVUE SALINE-AIR DEVICE |
| Applicant | Femasys, Inc. |
| Product Code | LKF · Obstetrics/Gynecology |
| Decision Date | Apr 28, 2011 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 884.4530 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
Intended Use
The FemVue Saline-Air Device instills a consistent alternating pattern of saline and air as a continuous stream of contrast media into the uterus and fallopian tubes to be used in conjunction with an intrauterine catheter for performance of sono-hysterosalpingogram (Sono HSG).
Device Story
FemVue Saline-Air Device is a dual-barrel syringe designed to instill a consistent, alternating pattern of saline and air into the uterus and fallopian tubes. Used as an accessory to an intrauterine catheter during sono-hysterosalpingogram (Sono HSG) procedures. Operated by a clinician in a clinical setting. The device transforms manual actuation into a continuous stream of contrast media, which is visualized via ultrasound. This visualization allows the physician to assess fallopian tube patency and uterine cavity structure, aiding in the diagnosis of reproductive health conditions.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Testing demonstrated functional equivalence to the predicate device, specifically verifying fluid and air instillation, catheter attachment, single-hand actuation, and the ability to deliver a continuous, consistent alternating pattern of saline and air.
Technological Characteristics
Dual-barrel syringe; manual actuation; designed for connection to an intrauterine catheter; non-powered; mechanical fluid delivery system.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing sono-hysterosalpingogram (Sono HSG) procedures for ultrasound evaluation of the fallopian tubes and/or uterine cavity.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An obstetric-gynecologic specialized manual instrument is one of a group of devices used during obstetric-gynecologic procedures to perform manipulative diagnostic and surgical functions (e.g., dilating, grasping, measuring, and scraping), where structural integrity is the chief criterion of device performance. This type of device consists of the following:(1) An amniotome is an instrument used to rupture the fetal membranes. (2) A circumcision clamp is an instrument used to compress the foreskin of the penis during circumcision of a male infant. (3) An umbilical clamp is an instrument used to compress the umbilical cord. (4) A uterine curette is an instrument used to scrape and remove material from the uterus. (5) A fixed-size cervical dilator is any of a series of bougies of various sizes used to dilate the cervical os by stretching the cervix. (6) A uterine elevator is an instrument inserted into the uterus used to lift and manipulate the uterus. (7) A gynecological surgical forceps is an instrument with two blades and handles used to pull, grasp, or compress during gynecological examination. (8) A cervical cone knife is a cutting instrument used to excise and remove tissue from the cervix. (9) A gynecological cerclage needle is a looplike instrument used to suture the cervix. (10) A hook-type contraceptive intrauterine device (IUD) remover is an instrument used to remove an IUD from the uterus. (11) A gynecological fibroid screw is an instrument used to hold onto a fibroid. (12) A uterine sound is an instrument used to determine the depth of the uterus by inserting it into the uterine cavity. (13) A cytological cervical spatula is a blunt instrument used to scrape and remove cytological material from the surface of the cervix or vagina. (14) A gynecological biopsy forceps is an instrument with two blades and handles used for gynecological biopsy procedures. (15) A uterine tenaculum is a hooklike instrument used to seize and hold the cervix or fundus. (16) An internal pelvimeter is an instrument used within the vagina to measure the diameter and capacity of the pelvis. (17) A nonmetal vaginal speculum is a nonmetal instrument used to expose the interior of the vagina. (18) A fiberoptic nonmetal vaginal speculum is a nonmetal instrument, with fiberoptic light, used to expose and illuminate the interior of the vagina.
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an umbilical clamp with or without a cutter, a uterine tenaculum which is sterile and does not use suction and is intended for single use, a nonmetal vaginal speculum, or a fiberoptic nonmetal vaginal speculum, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 884.9.(2) Class I for the amniotome, uterine curette, cervical dilator (fixed-size bougies), cerclage needle, IUD remover, uterine sound, and gynecological biopsy forceps. The devices subject to this paragraph (b)(2) are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter, subject to the limitations in § 884.9.
Predicate Devices
- Ackrad H/S Elliptosphere Procedure Tray (K020954)
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# K110288
### 510(k) Summary for the FemVue™ Saline-Air Device APR 2 8 2011
| Date of Summary: | March 25, 2011 |
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| 510(k) Submitter and<br>Primary Contact: | Lisa Peacock<br>Vice President, Regulatory Affairs<br>Femasys Inc.<br>5000 Research Court<br>Suite 100<br>Suwanee, GA 30024<br>Tel: 770-500-3910<br>Fax: 770-500-3980<br>LPEACOCK@FEMASYS.COM |
| Device Common<br>Name: | Contrast media syringe (as an accessory to an<br>intrauterine catheter) |
| FDA Device<br>Classification Name: | Cannula, Manipulator/Injector, Uterine |
| Product Code: | LKF |
| Classification<br>Requlation: | Unclassified |
| Device Class: | Unclassified, Pre-Amendment 510(k) Submission |
| Panel: | Obstetrics/Gynecology |
| Indication for Use: | The FemVue Saline-Air Device instills a consistent<br>alternating pattern of saline and air as a continuous<br>stream of contrast media into the uterus and<br>fallopian tubes to be used in conjunction with an<br>intrauterine catheter for performance of sono-<br>hysterosalpingogram (Sono HSG). |
| Device Description: | The FemVue™ Saline-Air Device is a dual-barrel<br>contrast media syringe that can be connected to an<br>intrauterine catheter to instill saline-air contrast<br>media during sono-hysterosalpingogram (Sono<br>HSG) procedures. Sono HSG consists of an<br>ultrasound evaluation of the fallopian tubes with or<br>without assessment of the uterine cavity. |
| Predicate Device: | Ackrad H/S Elliptosphere Procedure Tray K020954 |
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The FemVue was tested by the following non-clinical Summary of Testing: methods to demonstrate that the device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device in functionality, safety, and effectiveness:
- Fluid and air instillation function of syringe
- Catheter attachment
- Single-hand actuation
- Delivers continuous and consistent stream of an alternating pattern of saline and air
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APR 2 8 2011
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Mail Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Ms. Lisa Peacock VP, Regulatory Affairs Femasys, Inc. 5000 Research Court, Suite 100 SUWANEE GA 30024
Re: K110288
Trade/Device Name: FemVue™ Saline-Air Device Regulation Number: None Regulatory Class: Unclassified Product Code: LKF Dated: March 25, 2011 Received: March 28, 2011
Dear Ms. Peacock:
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. 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.
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.
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 of medical device-related
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adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) 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/CDRH0ffices/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,
Herbert Lemun MD
erbert P. Lerner, M.D., Director (Acting) Division of Reproductive, Gastro-Renal and Urological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): K110288
Device Name: FemVue™ Saline-Air Device
Indications for Use:
The FemVue™ Saline-Air Device instills a consistent alternating pattern of saline and air as a continuous stream of contrast media into the uterus and fallopian tubes to be used in conjunction with an intrauterine catheter for performance of sono-hysterosalpingogram (Sono HSG).
Prescription Use × (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use _ (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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