TURBO-ELITE ATHERECTOMY CATHETERS, TURBO TANDEM SYSTEM
Applicant
Spectranetics Corporation
Product Code
MCW · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Jul 23, 2014
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.4875
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Turbo Elite devices are indicated for use in the treatment of infrainguinal stenosis and occlusions. When used in conjunction with the Turbo Booster and/or as an accessory to the Turbo Tandem System, the devices are indicated for atherectomy of infrainguinal arteries. The 0.014" and 0.018" Over-the-wire (OTW) Turbo Elite laser catheters are also indicated for use as an accessory to the use of the Turbo-Tandem System in the treatment of femoropopliteal artery in-stent restenosis (ISR) in bare nitinol stents, when used in conjunction with Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA). The 7 and 8 French Turbo-Tandem systems are indicated for atherectomy of infrainguinal arteries. The 7 French Turbo-Tandem System is indicated for laser atherectomy of de novo or restenotic lesions in native infrainguinal arteries and for the treatment of femoropopliteal artery in-stent restenosis (ISR) only in bare nitinol stents, with adjunctive Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA). A > 2.0mm pilot channel must be present for treatment using the Turbo-Tandem.
Device Story
Spectranetics Turbo-Tandem and Turbo Elite are percutaneous intravascular laser catheters; used for atherectomy of infrainguinal arteries and treatment of femoropopliteal in-stent restenosis. Devices connect to Spectranetics CVX-300 Excimer Laser System; transmit ultraviolet energy to catheter tip. Photoablation process disrupts molecular bonds in fibrous, calcific, and atheromatous lesions; recanalizes diseased vessels without thermal damage. Turbo-Tandem uses guiding catheter to offset laser catheter for directional ablation of concentric lesions. Operated by physicians in clinical settings. Output is physical recanalization of artery; enables improved blood flow. Benefits include effective treatment of ISR and arterial occlusions.
Clinical Evidence
EXCITE trial (IDE G110039): prospective, randomized controlled trial (2:1 randomization). Compared Excimer Laser Atherectomy (ELA) + PTA vs. PTA alone for femoropopliteal bare nitinol in-stent restenosis (vessels ≥5mm). Primary safety endpoint: freedom from major adverse events (death, major amputation, TLR) at 30 days (non-inferiority and superiority met). Primary effectiveness endpoint: freedom from TLR at 6 months (superiority met). No statistical difference in mortality or serious adverse events between groups.
Technological Characteristics
Multifiber laser catheters; OTW and RX configurations. Materials and construction unchanged from predicates. Energy source: CVX-300 Excimer Laser (ultraviolet). Tip sizes: 0.9mm–2.5mm. Guidewire compatibility: 0.014", 0.018", 0.035". Turbo-Tandem includes 7F/8F guiding catheter with embedded 2.0mm laser catheter. Sterilization and biocompatibility profiles remain unchanged.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients with infrainguinal stenosis, occlusions, de novo or restenotic lesions in native infrainguinal arteries, and femoropopliteal artery in-stent restenosis (ISR) in bare nitinol stents. Requires >2.0mm pilot channel for Turbo-Tandem use. Used with adjunctive PTA.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An intraluminal artery stripper is a device used to perform an endarterectomy (removal of plaque deposits from arterisclerotic arteries.)
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### 1 510(k) Summary
This 510(k) summary was prepared in accordance with 21 CFR 807.92
Prepared on July 9, 2014
#### · 1.1 Subject Device
| Device Trade Name | Spectranetics Turbo-Tandem System and<br>Turbo Elite Laser Catheters |
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| Classification Name | 21 CFR 870.4875, Intraluminal Artery Stripper |
| Device Common Name | Turbo-Tandem: Percutaneous Laser Ablation Catheter<br>Turbo Elite: Laser Atherectomy Catheters |
| Device Class | Class II |
| Classification Panel | Cardiovascular |
| Product Code | MCW |
| 510(k) Type | Traditional |
| Model Numbers | Turbo-Tandem: 472-110<br>Turbo Elite: 410-152, 414-151, 417-152, 420-006, 423-001,<br>425-011 |
| Sponsor | Spectranetics<br>9965 Federal Drive<br>Colorado Springs, CO 80921 |
| Establishment Registration No | 3007284006 |
| Primary Contact | Amanda M. Johnson<br>Vice President of Regulatory and Medical Affairs<br>Office: (719) 447-2452<br>Fax: (719) 447-2040<br>Email: Amanda.Johnson@SPNC.com |
| Secondary Contact | Ms. Christine Godleski<br>Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>Office: (719) 447-2432<br>Fax: (719) 447-2040<br>Email: Christine.Godleski@SPNC.com |
#### 1.2 Predicate Device
The Turbo-Tandem system is being compared to the following legally marketed predicate device:
| 510(k) Number | K094036, K091299 |
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| Manufacturer | The Spectranetics Corporation |
| Trade Name | Spectranetics Turbo-Tandem System |
| Device Common Name | Percutaneous Laser Ablation Catheter |
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## Spectranetics Corporation
The Turbo Elite Laser Catheters are being compared to the following legally marketed predicate device:
| 510(k) Number | K060012, K052514, K052296 |
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| Manufacturer | The Spectranetics Corporation |
| Trade Name | Spectranetics Turbo Elite System |
| Device Common Name | Percutaneous Laser Ablation Catheter |
#### 1.3 Indications for Use
The devices are currently cleared with the following IFUs:
| Turbo Elite: | For use in the treatment of infrainguinal stenoses and occlusions. |
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| Turbo-Tandem: | Indicated for atherectomy of infrainguinal arteries. |
Spectranetics is proposing the following new IFU statements based on clinical evidence:
The Turbo Elite devices are indicated for use in the treatment of infrainguinal Turbo Elite: stenosis and occlusions. When used in conjunction with the Turbo Booster and/or as an accessory to the Turbo Tandem System, the devices are indicated for atherectomy of infrainquinal arteries. The 0.014" and 0.018" Over-the-wire (OTW) Turbo Elite laser catheters are also indicated for use as an accessory to the use of the Turbo-Tandem System in the treatment of femoropopliteal artery in-stent restenosis (ISR) in bare nitinol stents, when used in conjunction with Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA).
Turbo-Tandem: The 7 and 8 French Turbo-Tandem systems are indicated for atherectorny of infrainguinal arteries.
> The 7 French Turbo-Tandem System is indicated for laser atherectomy of de novo or restenotic lesions in native infrainquinal arteries and for the treatment of femoropopliteal artery in-stent restenosis (ISR) only in bare nitinol stents, with adjunctive Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA). A > 2.0mm pilot channel must be present for treatment using the Turbo-Tandem.
#### 1.4 Device Description
Spectranetics Turbo Elite Laser Ablation Catheters are percutaneous intravascular devices constructed of multiple optical fibers arranged around a guidewire lumen for Over-the-Wire (OTW) configurations, and bundled together for Rapid-Exchange (Rx) versions. Turbo Elite Laser Ablation Catheters are available in an Over the Wire (OTW) configuration and a Rapid Exchange (RX) configuration. The Turbo Elite laser catheters in the OTW configuration are available in six different catheter tip sizes (0.9mm, 1.4mm, 1.7mm, 2.0mm, 2.3mm, and 2.5mm) and three different guide-wire compatibilities (0.014", 0.018", and 0.035"). New indication clearance is only being requested for the OTW configurations of Turbo Elite catheters compatible with 0.014" and 0.018" quidewires.
The Turbo-Tandem Laser Guide Catheter with Laser Atherectorny Catheter (Turbo-Tandem System) is a laser atherectomy catheter constrained within a guiding catheter to facilitate the offset (biased position) of the laser atherectomy catheter. The Turbo-Tandem System is designed to be used to directionally ablate infrainguinal concentric lesions in vessels 5mm or greater at or above the knee. The Turbo Tandem Laser Guide Catheter with Laser Atherectorny Catheter is available in two sizes; a 7F and 8F with a 2.0mm equivalent laser catheter embedded in the system. New indication clearance is only being requested for the Turbo-Tandem 7F catheters.
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The multifiber laser catheters transmit ultraviolet energy from the Spectranetics CVX-300® Excimer Laser System to an obstruction in the patient's artery. The ultraviolet energy is delivered to the tip of the laser catheter to photoablate fibrous, calcific, and atheromatous lesions, thus recanalizing diseased vessels. Photoablation is the process by which energy photons cause molecular bond disruption at the cellular level without thermal damage to surrounding tissue.
#### 1.5 Technological Characteristics
There have been no changes to the design or function of the predicate devices. The only change being proposed is to the indication of use. The safety and effectiveness of the existing technological characteristics are being supported by clinical, animal, and bench testing ..
#### Performance Data 1.6
The following testing was conducted to validate and verify that the subject device met all specifications and was substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
### 1.6.1 Design Verification and Validation Testing submitted in support of prior 510(k)s
- Solarization .
- Tissue ablation efficiency .
- Physical testing .
- Trackability ●
- Torquability ●
- Tensile .
- Laser Lifetime .
- . Packaging stability
#### Bench testing submitted in support of IDE G110039 and this 510(k) 1.6.2
- . Stent Fatigue testing (post lasing and visual inspection )
- . Stent Axial, Bending, Torsion, and Fatigue Study (post - lasing and visual inspection)
- . Stent corrosion testing (post lasing, inspection and fatigue testing)
#### 1.6.3 Sterilization
- . There have been no changes to the sterilization process for either the Spectranetics Turbo Elite or the Turbo-Tandem catheters; therefore the sterilization validation previously submitted under the existing 510(k) files is unchanged.
#### Biocompatibility: 1.6.4
- . There have been no changes to the materials of construction, or manufacturing process for either the Spectranetics Turbo Elite or the Turbo-Tandem catheters, therefore the biocompatibility testing previously submitted under the existing 510(k) files is unchanged.
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#### Preclinical and Clinical Data: 1.6.5
- . Pre-clinical Data: Pre-clinical testing was completed to demonstrate the safety of a 2.0mm Turbo Elite Laser Ablation Catheter for ablation treatment of in-stent restenosis via the porcine, stented peripheral artery injury model.
- Clinical Data: The EXCITE trial evaluated the safety and effectiveness of Excimer Laser . Atherectomy (ELA) using the Spectranetics Turbo Elite Laser Ablation Catheter and the Spectranetics Turbo-Tandem Laser Guide Catheter with Laser Atherectomy Catheter with adjunctive percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) in comparison with PTA alone in the treatment of femoropopliteal bare nitinol in-stent restenosis in vessels ≥5mm. This trial was a prospective randomized controlled trial performed respectively in a 2:1 randomization scheme. The primary safety hypothesis was that freedom from a major adverse event (MAE) through 30 days with ELA+PTA, which included all-cause death, major amputation in the target limb, or target lesion revascularization (TLR), would be non-inferior to PTA. An additional analysis was also conducted to evaluate superiority for the safety endpoint. The primary effectiveness hypothesis was that freedom from TLR through 6 months with ELA+PTA would be superior to PTA. Both primary safety and effectiveness hypothesis were met. There was no statistical difference in major amputation rates, mortality, serious adverse events, or adverse events between groups,
#### Substantial Equivalence 1.7
The clinical data presented in this 510(k) was developed and collected through IDE G110039. Analysis of the data has shown superior safety and effectiveness results compared to PTA. which supports clearance of the device for the new indication. The currently marketed Turbo Elite and Turbo-Tandem product designs (materials, construction and specifications) are unchanged from their original design and performance specifications and are substantially equivalent.
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Spectranetics Corporation Ms. Amanda Johnson Vice President of Regulatory & Medical Affairs 9965 Federal Drive Colorado Springs, Colorado 80921-3617
Re: K140775
> Trade/Device Name: Turbo-Tandem System, Turbo-Elite Atherectomy Catheters Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.4875 Regulation Name: Intraluminal Artery Stripper Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MCW Dated: June 20, 2014 Received: June 23, 2014
Dear Ms. Johnson,
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.
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for Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K140775
Device Name Turbo Elite Laser Catheter
## Indications for Use (Describe)
The Turbo Elite devices are indicated for use in the treatment of infrainguinal stenosis and occlusions. When used in conjunction with the Turbo Booster and/or as an accessory to the Turbo Tandem System, the devices are indicated for atherectomy of infrainguinal arteries.
The 0.014" and 0.018" Over-the-wire (OTW) Turbo Elite laser catheters are also indicated for use as an accessory to the use of the Turbo Tandem System in the treatment of femoropoplited artery in-stent restenosis (ISR) in bare nitinol stents, when used in conjunction with Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA).
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