K172315 · Straub Medical AG · MCW · Apr 12, 2018 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K172315
Device Name
Straub Endovascular System
Applicant
Straub Medical AG
Product Code
MCW · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Apr 12, 2018
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.4875
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
Sponsor
RWD Sources
RWE Use Summary
Key Tags
K172315 · Apr 12, 2018
Straub Endovascular System
Straub Medical AG
Meta-analysis of 8 clinical studies (2002-2015)
A meta-analysis of 2,107 patients was used to provide a quantitative review and synthesis of clinical outcomes, including technical/clinical success, target lesion revascularization, restenosis rates, ankle-brachial index, Rutherford score, and adverse events.
Meta-analysis; Clinical performance; Retrospective data
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
Meta-analysis of 8 clinical studies; Meta-analysis; Study Period: 2002-2015
When operated with a Rotarex S single use catheter, the Straub Endovascular System is intended for use as an atherectomy device and to break up and remove thrombus from upper and lower extremity peripheral arteries. It is not intended for use in coronary, carotid, pulmonary, iliac or renal vasculature.
Device Story
Straub Endovascular System is a percutaneous, over-the-wire atherectomy device used to remove thrombus and occluding material from peripheral arteries. System components include a Rotarex S catheter, guidewire, collecting bag, and a drive system (control unit, motor, foot switch). The catheter features a rotating head with two metal cylinders and a helix; the head rotates at 40,000–60,000 rpm. The rotating tip abrades occluding material; a vortex created by the head assists in erosion. Detached material is aspirated through side openings into the catheter lumen and transported to an external collecting bag. Used in clinical settings by physicians; the device provides mechanical removal of arterial obstructions, potentially improving blood flow and patient outcomes. The system is provided sterile for single use.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical performance was established via a meta-analysis of 8 clinical studies (2002–2015) involving 2,107 patients. Endpoints included technical and clinical success, target lesion revascularization, restenosis rates, ankle-brachial index, Rutherford score, and procedure-related adverse events. Additionally, a GLP porcine animal study assessed device handling, clinical pathology, gross necropsy, histopathology, and vascular injury scores.
Technological Characteristics
System includes a Rotarex S catheter (flexible braided shaft, rotating helix, metal cylinder head), drive system (control unit, motor, foot switch), and guidewire. Materials are biocompatible per ISO 10993-1. Sterilization via Ethylene Oxide (ISO 11135-1). Electrical safety/EMC compliant with IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2. Rotational speed: 40,000–60,000 rpm. Mechanical aspiration mechanism.
Indications for Use
Indicated for atherectomy and thrombus removal in upper and lower extremity peripheral arteries. Contraindicated for use in coronary, carotid, pulmonary, iliac, or renal vasculature.
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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April 12, 2018
Straub Medical AG % Ms. Barbara Atzenhoefer Principal Medical Research Scientist, Regulatory NAMSA 400 Hwy 169 South, Suite 500 Minneapolis, MN 55426
Re: K172315
Trade/Device Name: Straub Endovascular System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.4875 Regulation Name: Intraluminal Artery Stripper Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MCW, DQX Dated: March 9, 2018 Received: March 12, 2018
Dear Ms. Atzenhoefer:
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. Iisting 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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Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K172315
Device Name Straub Endovascular System
Indications for Use (Describe)
When operated with a Rotarex S single use catheter, the Straub Endovascular System is intended for use as an atherectomy device and to break up and remove thrombus from upper and lower extremity peripheral arteries. It is not intended for use in coronary, carotid, pulmonary, iliac or renal vasculature.
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# 510(k) Summary
## Applicant Information
| Date Prepared: | April 10, 2018 |
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| Applicant: | Straub Medical AG<br>Straubstrasse 12<br>CH 7323 Wangs, Switzerland |
| Contact Person: | Amy Ehlenfeldt, Manager Quality and Regulatory Compliance |
| Telephone: | +41 (0) 81 720 04 60 |
| Fax: | +41 (0) 81 720 04 61 |
#### Subject Device
| Name of Device: | Straub Endovascular System |
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| Common/Usual Name: | Peripheral Atherectomy Catheter |
| Classification Name: | Intraluminal Artery Stripper |
| Regulation: | 21 CFR §870.4875 |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Product Codes: | MCW and DQX |
#### Predicate
MEDRAD Jetstream Atherectomy System K133023
Asahi Intecc Co. Ltd. Asahi Asato 30 guidewire K071721
## Device Description
The Straub Endovascular System consists of:
- Rotarex®S catheter set which includes a Rotarex®S catheter, guidewire, collecting bag and drape. ● All are provided sterile and are for single use
- . Drive System, consisting of the Control Unit, Motor and Foot switch. The Drive System serves to drive and control the rotational catheters.
Rotarex S is an over-the-wire, percutaneous catheter. The catheter consists of a flexible braided shaft, a rotating head, and a rotating helix which runs the length of the catheter. A lumen for the passage of the supplied guidewire runs the entire length of the helix and through the head of the catheter. The catheter head is made up of two overlying metal cylinders, with two side openings.
The outer cylinder is connected to the rotating helix, and the inner cylinder to the catheter shaft. The helix and the catheter head rotate at approximately 40.000-60.000 rpm depending on the model, by means of a gear box in the catheter housing and a motor contained within the catheter handle driven by the Drive System. The rotating outer cylinder is fitted with facets at its foremost tip, which when rotating, serve to abrade occluding material lying in front of it. Concomitantly, the rotation of the catheter head creates a vortex in the blood which assists to further erode occluding material from the vessel lumen. The detached material is aspirated into the side openings of the overlying cylinders where it is further broken down within the head and then carried through the inner lumen into a collecting bag outside of the body.
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## Indications for Use
When operated with a Rotarex S single use catheter, the Straub Endovascular System is intended for use as an atherectomy device and to break up and remove thrombus from upper and lower extremity peripheral arteries. It is not intended for use in coronary, carotid, pulmonary, iliac or renal vasculature.
#### Comparison of Technological Characteristics
As compared to the predicate devices, the Straub Endovascular System has similar components, indications for use, and identical classification codes as the selected predicate devices. The Straub Endovascular System is comprised of similar patient contact materials and has undergone appropriate biocompatibility testing for its intended use. As with the predicate devices, the Rotarex®S Catheter Set components are provided sterile and are intended for single-use.
With respect to general device design and technological characteristics, the Straub Endovascular System is substantially equivalent to the selected predicate device, since it similarly uses a cutting tip controlled by an external control unit and allows for the removal of tissue, thrombus, and fluid via aspiration. A summary of the similarities and differences are shown below.
| Catheter Predicate - Similarities and Differences | | |
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| Characteristic | Straub Endovascular System | Predicate |
| Intended Use | Atherectomy and thrombus removal | Atherectomy and thrombus removal |
| System Components | Catheter, console/control unit, guidewire,<br>Collecting bag, sterile drape for motor | Guidewire, Collecting bag, console /<br>control unit |
| Mechanism of Action | Front cutting / rotational | Front cutting / rotational |
| Catheter Diameter | 6F: 2.00 mm<br>8F: 2.67 mm | XC 2.1/3.0: 2.1mm (3.0mm blades out)<br>XC 2.4/3.4: 2.4mm (3.4mm blades out) |
| Catheter Length | 6F: 110 or 135 cm<br>8F: 85 or 110 cm | XC 2.1/3.0: 135 cm<br>XC 2.4/3.4: 120 cm |
| Max. Guidewire Dia. | 0.018" | 0.014" |
| Min. Introducer Size | 6F Rotarex: 6-7 F<br>8F Rotarex: 8-9 F | XC 2.1/3.0: 7 F<br>XC 2.4/3.4: 7 F |
| Enclosed Cutting<br>Blades | Yes | No |
| Target speed | 6F: 60,000 rpm<br>8F: 40,000 rpm | XC 2.1/3.0: 70,000 rpm<br>XC 2.4/3.4: 70,000 rpm |
| Aspiration | Yes | Yes |
| Infusion | No | Yes |
| Sterilization Method | EtO | EtO |
There are no significant technological differences among the subject device and the predicate device. Therefore, the Straub Endovascular System is substantially equivalent to the Jetstream Atherectomy System.
## Performance Testing Summary
The following testing was performed to demonstrate that the system and its components perform as intended:
Design verification and bench validation testing:
Rotarex®S system: Visual and Dimensional Inspections, Dynamic (Durability) Test Under Simulated Use Conditions, Tensile Test, Torsional Strength, Kink Test, Corrosion Resistance, Temperature Rise (heat generation) Testing, Aspiration Capacity, FAS (Helix) Integrity, Stator Coating Integrity, In vitro Calcified Plaque and Thrombus Removal Studies, Rotational Speed stability). Guidewire: Visual and Dimensional Inspections, Corrosion resistance, Fracture Testing, Bending, Tensile Strength, Tip Flexibility, Torque Response, Torque Strength, Radiopacity
K172315 510(k) Summary
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Shelf-life was established at 3-years based on accelerated aging studies.
Biocompatibility testing was conducted on the catheter and guidewire in accordance with ISO 10993-1 Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process (and related sub-parts). Testing and included Cytotoxicity, Acute Systemic Toxicity, Sensitization, Intracutaneous Reactivity, Complement Activation, Hemolysis and Material-mediated Pyrogenicity.
Sterilization validations of the catheter and guidewire were conducted in accordance with ISO 11135-1 Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process Sterilization of health-care products - Ethylene oxide - Requirements for the development. validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices.
Electrical safety and Electromagnetic compatibility testing was conducted and the system determined to be compliant with the requirements of IEC 60601-1: Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance and IEC 60601-1-2 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests.
A GLP animal study was conducted to assess the safety of the Straub Endovascular System in a porcine model. The following were assessed: procedure and device handling data, clinical pathology, adverse events, gross necropsy, histopathology and vascular injury score.
## Clinical Testing
A meta-analysis of 8 clinical studies comprising data obtained from 2,107 patients studied from 2002 to 2015 was performed to establish Rotarex® S clinical performance. The statistical summary of the literature data was to provide a quantitative review and synthesis of related, but independent, studies of the Rotarex device. The analyses allowed for the estimation of various clinical outcomes including, but not limited to technical and clinical success, target lesion revascularization, restenosis rates, ankle-brachial index, Rutherford score and procedure-related adverse events.
## Conclusions
The data and information presented within this submission and the similarities between the subject and predicate device support a determination of substantial equivalence, and therefore market clearance of the subject Straub Endovascular System through this 510(k) Premarket Notification.
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