K162624 · International Medical Devices, Inc. · MIB · Feb 1, 2017 · Ear, Nose, Throat
Device Facts
Record ID
K162624
Device Name
Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block
Applicant
International Medical Devices, Inc.
Product Code
MIB · Ear, Nose, Throat
Decision Date
Feb 1, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 874.3620
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
Sponsor
RWD Sources
RWE Use Summary
Key Tags
K162624 · Feb 1, 2017
Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block
International Medical Devices, Inc.
Clinical patient follow-up records
Clinical data from 100 patients were reviewed to assess post-operative outcomes, including pain scores, erosion, migration, and infection rates, to support the safety profile of the device.
Pain (0-10 scale), erosion, migration, and infection
Indications for Use
The Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block is intended for use in the cosmetic correction of soft tissue deformities, and is contoured at the surgeon's discretion to create a custom implant.
Device Story
Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block is a medical-grade silicone implant with embedded polyester mesh; available in three sizes (L, XL, XXL) and one durometer (Soft). Used by surgeons for cosmetic correction of penile soft tissue deformities; implant is trimmed and contoured at surgeon's discretion to create custom fit. Device provides structural support to soft tissue. Clinical benefits include cosmetic improvement; risks include potential migration, erosion, pain, and infection. Healthcare providers use the device during surgical procedures; patient outcomes depend on adherence to post-operative instructions, specifically avoiding external devices for skin stretching/expansion.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical study of 100 patients evaluated risks of migration, erosion, and pain. Follow-up occurred at 3 days, 2 weeks, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months. Results: weighted average pain rating 3.2 (0-10 scale); pain relief averaged 7.2 days. Adverse events: 3 cases of erosion (avg 8 months), 4 cases of migration (avg 1.5 months), 3 cases of infection (avg 3.5 months). Most erosion/migration cases attributed to patient non-compliance with post-operative instructions.
Technological Characteristics
Medical grade silicone with embedded polyester mesh. Available in three sizes (L: 12cm x 0.5cm x 2cm; XL: 15cm x 0.8cm x 3cm; XXL: 18cm x 1.1cm x 3.5cm) and one durometer (Soft). Implantable device.
Indications for Use
Indicated for cosmetic correction of soft tissue deformities in the penis. Intended for use by surgeons to create custom implants.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Ear, nose, and throat synthetic polymer material is a device material that is intended to be implanted for use as a space-occupying substance in the reconstructive surgery of the head and neck. The device is used, for example, in augmentation rhinoplasty and in tissue defect closures in the esophagus. The device is shaped and formed by the suregon to conform to the patient's needs. This generic type of device is made of material such as polyamide mesh or foil and porous polyethylene.
Predicate Devices
Silicone Block / National Medical Devices, Inc. (K042380)
AART Calf Implant / Aesthetic and Reconstructive Technologies, Inc. (K022511)
AART Gluteal Implant / Aesthetic and Reconstructive Technologies, Inc. (K021839)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
February 1, 2017
International Medical Devices, Inc. % Allison Komiyama Principal Consultant Acknowledge Regulatory Strategies 2834 Hawthorn St. San Diego, CA 92104
Re: K162624
> Trade/Device Name: Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block Regulation Number: 21 CFR 874.3620 Regulation Name: Ear, Nose, and Throat Synthetic Polymer Material Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MIB Dated: December 20, 2016 Received: December 22, 2016
Dear Allison Komiyama,
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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Sincerely,
# Benjamin R. Fisher -S
Benjamin R. Fisher, Ph.D. Director Division of Reproductive, Gastro-Renal, and Urological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
#### K162624
Device Name Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block is intended for use in the cosmetic correction of soft tissue deformities, and is contoured at the surgeon's discretion to create a custom implant.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
2 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary K162624
#### DATE PREPARED
January 27, 2016
#### MANUFACTURER AND 510(k) OWNER
International Medical Devices, Inc. 717 North Maple Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, USA Telephone: (310) 652-2600 Fax: (310) 657-0500 Official Contact: James Elist, MD
#### REPRESENTATIVE/CONSULTANT
Allison C. Komiyama, Ph.D., R.A.C. AcKnowledge Regulatory Strategies Telephone: +1 (619) 208-7888 Email: akomiyama@acknowledge-rs.com
#### PROPRIETARY NAME OF SUBJECT DEVICE
Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block
COMMON NAME Elastomer, Silicone Block
### DEVICE CLASSIFICATION
21 CFR 874.3620, Product Code MIB, Class II
#### INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block is intended for use in the cosmetic correction of soft tissue deformities, and is contoured at the surgeon's discretion to create a custom implant.
#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block is made from medical grade silicone with an embedded polyester mesh. The device comes in variations that include three sizes (L, XL, and XXL) and one durometer ("Soft"). Size "L" is 12 cm in length with a maximum thickness of 0.5 cm and a height of 2 cm. Size "XL" is 15 cm in length with a maximum thickness of 0.8 cm and a height of 3 cm. Size "XXL" is 18 cm in length with a maximum thickness of 1.1 cm and a height of 3.5 cm. The device is used in the cosmetic correction of soft tissue deformities in the penis, and may be trimmed to allow the surgeon to tailor the device to the needs of a specific patient.
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### PREDICATE DEVICE IDENTIFICATION
The Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block is substantially equivalent to the following predicates:
| 510(k) | Predicate Device Name / Manufacturer | Primary |
|---------|------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------|
| Number | | Predicate |
| K042380 | Silicone Block / National Medical Devices, Inc.* | ✓ |
| K040042 | Medisil Silicone Sheeting / Medisil Corporation | |
| K022511 | AART Calf Implant / Aesthetic and Reconstructive Technologies, Inc. | |
| K021839 | AART Gluteal Implant / Aesthetic and Reconstructive Technologies, Inc. | |
* National Medical Devices, Inc. is now International Medical Devices, Inc.
#### SUMMARY OF NON-CLINICAL TESTING
No FDA performance standards have been established for the Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block. No additional non-clinical testing was provided in this submission in order to demonstrate substantial equivalence.
#### SUMMARY OF CLINICAL TESTING
Clinical evidence on 100 patients was collected to evaluate the risks of migration, erosion, and pain. After the surgical procedure, follow-up data for all patients was collected and evaluated at the following time points: the three successive days following the procedure, and at two weeks, one month, three months, six months, and twelve months following the procedure.
Pain was assessed post-operatively using a validated 0 to 10 Comparative Pain Scale. In 100 patients the weighted average pain rating across the patient population reviewed was 3.2. Pain relief was experienced on average in 7.2 days. In 100 patients there were 3 cases of erosion. This adverse event was observed by the clinic on average 8 months after the patient's procedure with a minimum of 6 months and a maximum of 10 months. In 100 patients there were 4 cases of migration. This adverse event was observed by the clinic on average 1.5 months after the patient's procedure with a minimum of 1 month and a maximum of 2 months. In 100 patients there were 3 cases of infection. This adverse event was observed by the clinic on average 3.5 months after the patient's procedure with a minimum of 2.5 months and a maximum of 4.5 months. 3 out of the 3 cases of erosion and 3 out of the 4 cases of migration were determined to be caused by failure of the patient to follow post-operative instructions (e.g., avoid use of external devices for the stretching/expansion of penile skin). Labeling to mitigate these risks has been added to the package insert in order to more directly address post-operative care.
IMD believes that the unique anatomy, physiology, and function of the penis does not increase the overall potential risks compared to the predicate devices. Clinical evidence demonstrates that rates of pain, erosion, migration, and infection are low compared to reports of other silicone implants on the market.
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## EQUIVALENCE TO PREDICATE DEVICES
International Medical Devices, Inc. believes that the Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices based on the information summarized here:
The subject device has a similar design and dimensions, has an equivalent intended use, and uses identical materials as the device cleared in K042380. The subject device has similar or identical technological characteristics to the devices cleared in K042380, K040042, K022511 and K021839.
## CONCLUSION
The Pre-Formed Penile Silicone Block is considered substantially equivalent to the predicate devices based on the similar indications for use, clinical testing, and similar or identical technological characteristics. Based on this comparison, it can be concluded that the subject device does not raise new issues of safety or effectiveness compared to the predicate devices.
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