K172885 · Access Vascular, Inc. · LJS · Feb 20, 2018 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K172885
Device Name
HydroPICC
Applicant
Access Vascular, Inc.
Product Code
LJS · General Hospital
Decision Date
Feb 20, 2018
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5970
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
HydroPICC is indicated for short- or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, including but not limited to; the administration of fluids, medications, and nutrients; the sampling of blood; central venous pressure monitoring; and power injection of contrast media. HydroPICC is rated for a Maximum Power Injection Flow Rate of 3.5ml/sec.
Device Story
HydroPICC is a 4Fr, 55cm peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) designed for short- or long-term access to the superior vena cava. The device is supplied in a kit containing insertion and maintenance accessories, including a tear-away introducer, guidewire, and adhesive fixation device. It is operated by healthcare professionals in clinical settings. The catheter body is composed of a hydrophilic polyol material, which is designed to reduce thrombosis accumulation. The device supports power injection of contrast media at flow rates up to 3.5 mL/sec. Healthcare providers use the catheter for intravenous therapy, blood sampling, and pressure monitoring. By reducing thrombus formation, the device aims to improve catheter performance and patient outcomes during venous access.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Evidence includes biocompatibility testing (ISO 10993-1) and extensive mechanical testing (power injection flow, burst strength, kink/flex resistance, tensile strength, and catheter compatibility). Thrombus accumulation was evaluated using in vitro blood loop and in vivo models.
Technological Characteristics
4Fr, 55cm PICC; hydrophilic polyol catheter body; radiopaque; single lumen. Sterilized via Ethylene Oxide (ISO 11135-1). Accessories include tear-away introducer, guidewire, and adhesive fixation device. Rated for power injection up to 3.5 mL/sec.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring short- or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, including fluid/medication/nutrient administration, blood sampling, central venous pressure monitoring, and power injection of contrast media.
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.”
Predicate Devices
NMI PICC III, currently marketed as the BioFlo PICC (K121089)
Spectrum Silicone Peripherally Inserted Central Venous Catheter (PICC) (K021557)
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February 20, 2018
Access Vascular, Inc Elizabeth Kinnal Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist and Quality Engineer 175 Middlesex Turnpike Bedford, Massachusetts 01730
Re: K172885
Trade/Device Name: HydroPICC Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5970 Regulation Name: Percutaneous, Implanted, Long-Term Intravascular Catheter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LJS Dated: January 10, 2018 Received: January 11, 2018
Dear Elizabeth Kinnal:
We have reviewed vour 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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Tina Kiang, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control, and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K172885
Device Name HydroPICC
Indications for Use (Describe)
HydroPICC is indicated for short- or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intrapy, including but not limited to; the administration of fluids, medications, and nutrients; the sampling of blood; central venous pressure monitoring; and power injection of contrast.
HydroPICC is rated for a Maximum Power Injection Flow Rate of 3.5ml/sec.
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# 510(k) Summary for the HydroPICC PICC
Date prepared: 16 February, 2018
# Submitter:
Access Vascular, Inc. 175 Middlesex Turnpike Bedford, MA 01730 Tel. 781-538-6594
### Contact:
Elizabeth Kinnal Access Vascular, Inc. Tel. 978-618-7945
## Subject Device
| Trade Name: | HydroPICC |
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| Common Name: | Intravascular Catheter |
| Regulation Number: | 21CFR§880.5970 |
| Regulation Name: | Intravascular Catheter |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | LJS |
| Classification Panel: | General Hospital |
#### Predicate Devices
| Trade Name: | NMI PICC III, currently marketed as the BioFlo PICC |
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| Manufacturer: | Navilyst Medical, Inc. |
| 510(k) Reference: | K121089 |
| Common Name: | Intravascular Catheter |
| Regulation Number: | 21CFR§880.5970 |
| Regulation Name: | Intravascular Catheter |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | LJS |
| Classification Panel: | General Hospital |
The predicate has not been subject to a design-related recall.
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| Trade Name: | Spectrum Silicone Peripherally Inserted Central Venous Catheter (PICC) |
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| Manufacturer: | Cook Medical |
| 510(k) Reference: | K021557 |
| Common Name: | Intravascular Catheter |
| Regulation Number: | 21CFR§880.5200 |
| Regulation Name: | Intravascular Catheter |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | LJS |
| Classification Panel: | General Hospital |
The predicate has not been subject to a design-related recall.
# Device Description
The HydroPICC is a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) intended for short or long-term use. The HydroPICC is a 4Fr, 55cm long catheter suitable for periodic access to the superior vena cava (SVC). HydroPICC has been shown to be effective in reducing thrombosis accumulation. Reduction of thrombosis accumulation was evaluated using in vitro and in vivo models. Preclinical in vitro and in vivo evaluations do not necessarily predict clinical performance with respect to thrombosis formation.. HydroPICC is supplied in a kit with the necessary accessories to insert and maintain the catheter. The following accessories are provided with the HydroPICC:
- Tear-away Introducer ●
- Introducer needle .
- Guidewire ●
- Male Cap Plug .
- 60cm. Paper Tape Measure ●
- Needle-Free Valve ●
- Luer Lock Syringe ●
- Adhesive Fixation Device Bard StatLock (Venetec, K943147) ●
- Scalpel ●
- Transparent Film Dressing ●
# Indications for Use
HydroPICC is indicated for short- or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, including but not limited to; the administration of fluids, medications, and nutrients; the sampling of blood; central venous pressure monitoring; and power injection of contrast media.
HydroPICC is rated for a Maximum Power Injection Flow Rate of 3.5ml/sec.
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The Indications for Use statement for the HydroPICC is identical to the predicate device (K121089).
## Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device
The technological characteristics of the HydroPICC are substantially equivalent to the predicate, the Navilyst BioFlo (K121089) in terms of intended use, application, user population, basic design, performance, and labeling.
Briefly, both the subject and predicate device are,
- . intended for short- or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, including but not limited to, the administration of fluids, medications, nutrients; the sampling of blood; for central venous pressure monitoring and for power injection of contrast media.
- available in 4 French size
- . rated for maximum power injection flow rate up to 3.5ml
- . available kitted with a range of procedural accessories for user convenient; and
- . demonstrates reduction of thrombosis accumulation using in vitro and in vivo models.
The only difference between the subject device and the K121089 predicate is the composition of the catheter body, however the results of biocompatibility and mechanical testing and evaluation of compatibility with sterilization, demonstrate the subject device raises no additional questions related to safety or effectiveness. In addition, the subject device and predicate device were tested concurrently in the Catheter Thrombus Accumulation Using in vitro Blood Loop and Catheter Compatibility with Medications testing, and the results demonstrate that the proposed device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device with regard to catheter body performance.
| Specification | BioFlo PICC<br>with ENDEXO<br>Technology<br>Angiodynamics<br>K121089 | Spectrum Silicone<br>Catheter<br>COOK<br>K021557 | HydroPICC<br>Access Vascular<br>PICC-141 | |
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| Intended Use | Intended for<br>short- or long-<br>term peripheral<br>access to the<br>central venous<br>system for<br>intravenous<br>therapy. | The COOK<br>Spectrum@<br>Silicone Catheter is<br>used for the<br>intravenous<br>administration of<br>nutrient fluids,<br>chemotherapeutic<br>agents and other<br>drugs for therapy,<br>blood sampling, | Same as<br>K121089,<br>Substantially<br>equivalent to<br>K01557.<br>Difference does<br>not raise<br>additional safety<br>or effectiveness<br>questions. Intended for short-<br>or long-term<br>peripheral access<br>to the central<br>venous system for<br>intravenous<br>therapy. | |
| Specification | BioFlo PICC<br>with ENDEXO<br>Technology<br>Angiodynamics<br>K121089 | Spectrum Silicone<br>Catheter<br>COOK<br>K021557 | HydroPICC<br>Access Vascular<br>PICC-141 | |
| | | blood delivery, and<br>venous pressure<br>monitoring. The<br>catheter is<br>impregnated with<br>the<br>antimicrobials<br>minocycline and<br>rifampin to help<br>provide protection<br>against catheter<br>related<br>bloodstream<br>infections (CRBSI).<br>It is not intended to<br>be used as a<br>treatment for<br>existing infections.<br>Catheters are<br>available in single<br>and double lumen<br>PICC; and<br>single, double and<br>triple lumen CVC.<br>The device is<br>supplied sterile and<br>intended for one-<br>time use. | | |
| Indication for<br>Use | BioFlo is<br>indicated for<br>short- or long-<br>term peripheral<br>access to the<br>central venous<br>system for<br>intravenous<br>therapy, including<br>but not limited to;<br>the administration<br>of fluids,<br>medications, and<br>nutrients; the<br>sampling of blood; | The COOK<br>Spectrum@ Silicone<br>Catheter is used for<br>the intravenous<br>administration of<br>nutrient fluids,<br>chemotherapeutic<br>agents and other<br>drugs for therapy,<br>blood sampling,<br>blood delivery, and<br>venous pressure<br>monitoring. The<br>catheter is | HydroPICC is<br>indicated for short-<br>or long-term<br>peripheral access to<br>the central venous<br>system for<br>intravenous therapy,<br>including but not<br>limited to; the<br>administration of<br>fluids, medications,<br>and nutrients; the<br>sampling of blood;<br>central venous<br>pressure<br><br>Same as<br>K121089,<br>Substantially<br>equivalent to<br>K01557.<br>Difference does<br>not raise<br>additional safety<br>or effectiveness<br>questions. | |
| Specification | BioFlo PICC<br>with ENDEXO<br>Technology<br>Angiodynamics<br>K121089 | Spectrum Silicone<br>Catheter<br>COOK<br>K021557 | HydroPICC<br>Access Vascular<br>PICC-141 | |
| | central venous<br>pressure<br>monitoring; and<br>power injection of<br>contrast media. | antimicrobials<br>minocycline and<br>rifampin to help<br>provide protection<br>against catheter-<br>related<br>bloodstream<br>infections (CRBSI). It<br>is not intended to be<br>used as a treatment<br>for existing<br>infections. Catheters<br>are available in single<br>and double lumen<br>PICC; and single,<br>double and triple<br>lumen CVC. | monitoring; and<br>power injection of<br>contrast media. | |
| Device Class | Class II | Class II | Class II | |
| Product Code | LJS | LJS | LJS | |
| Regulation<br>Number | 880.5970 | 880.5970 | 880.5970 | |
| Prescription<br>Device | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Catheter<br>Type | Peripherally<br>Inserted Central<br>Catheter (PICC) | Peripherally Inserted<br>Central Catheter<br>(PICC) | Peripherally<br>Inserted Central<br>Catheter (PICC) | |
| Catheter<br>Outer<br>Diameter | 4 French | 4 French | 4 French | |
| Catheter<br>Inner<br>Diameter | 0.90mm | 0.66mm | 0.90mm | |
| Usable<br>Catheter<br>Length | 55cm | 60cm | 55cm | |
| Specification | BioFlo PICC<br>with ENDEXO<br>Technology<br>Angiodynamics<br>K121089 | Spectrum Silicone<br>Catheter<br>COOK<br>K021557 | HydroPICC<br>Access Vascular<br>PICC-141 | |
| | | | | not raise<br>additional safety<br>or effectiveness<br>questions. |
| Guidewire<br>compatibility | 0.018" | 0.018" | 0.018" | Same |
| Catheter<br>Shaft Design | With taper | No taper | No taper | Same as<br>K021557,<br>Substantially<br>equivalent to<br>K121089. Blood<br>loop testing with<br>K121089<br>demonstrated no<br>impact on safety<br>or effectiveness. |
| Number of<br>Catheter<br>Lumens | Single | Single | Single | Same |
| Key Device<br>Components | Catheter Shaft,<br>Suture Wing,<br>Extension Tube,<br>Luer Hub | Catheter Shaft, Suture<br>Wing, Extension<br>Tube, Luer Hub | Catheter Shaft,<br>Suture Wing,<br>Extension Tube,<br>Luer Hub | Same |
| Short or<br>Long Term<br>Access | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Use with<br>Power<br>Injection<br>Power<br>Settings Flow<br>Rate | Yes<br>Flow rate:<br>3.5mL/sec | No | Yes<br>Flow rate:<br>3.5mL/sec | Same as<br>K121089. |
| X-Ray<br>Confirmation<br>Required | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Sterilization<br>Method | Ethylene Oxide | Ethylene Oxide | Ethylene Oxide | Same |
| Single Use | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Length<br>Marking | Yes | No | No | Same as<br>K021557,<br>Substantially<br>equivalent to<br>K121089.<br>Labeling for<br>HydroPICC |
| Specification | BioFlo PICC<br>with ENDEXO<br>Technology<br>Angiodynamics<br>K121089 | Spectrum Silicone<br>Catheter<br>COOK<br>K021557 | HydroPICC<br>Access Vascular<br>PICC-141 | |
| Catheter<br>Materials | Radiopaque,<br>polyurethane<br>catheter with luer<br>lock hub,<br>polyurethane<br>extension tube,<br>and suture wing | Radiopaque silicone<br>catheter with luer<br>lock hub, with<br>extension tube and<br>suture wing | Radiopaque,<br>hydrophilic polyol<br>catheter with luer<br>lock hub,<br>polyurethane<br>extension tube, and<br>suture wing | includes sizing<br>information<br>similar to<br>K021557.<br>Therefore, no<br>impact on safety<br>or effectiveness.<br>Substantially<br>equivalent.<br>Testing<br>described above<br>demonstrated no<br>impact on safety<br>or effectiveness. |
| Ink | MD-1001 No-Tox<br>Medical Device<br>Ink, NT 16 Black<br>w/ MD01210<br>Reducer | Not present | Not present | Same as<br>K021557.<br>Biocompatibility<br>testing of the<br>proposed device<br>demonstrated no<br>impact on safety<br>or effectiveness. |
| How supplied | Convenience kit | Convenience kit | Convenience kit | Same |
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# Performance Data
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination:
#### Biocompatibility Testing
The biocompatibility evaluation of the HydroPICC was conducted in accordance with ISO 10993-1 and FDA Guidance "Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of Medical Devices – Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process." The battery of testing included the following tests:
- Cytotoxicity ●
- Intracutaneous reactivity ●
- Sensitization ●
- Intramuscular Implant
- Pyrogenicity ●
- Chemical Extractables ●
- In vivo thrombogenicity ●
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#### Mechanical Testing
- Power Injection Flow Rate .
- Static Burst Strength ●
- Lifecycle Power Injections ●
- Gravity Flow Rate ●
- Catheter Length ●
- Priming Volume ●
- Dimensional Verification (including ID, OD, Length) ●
- Catheter Kink/Flex Resistance (including Elongation, Stiffness, Flex Life Strength) ●
- Alcohol Compatibility
- Catheter Marking & Identification/Radio Detectability Testing ●
- Tensile Testing (of Catheter and Assembly)
- Catheter Compatibility with Medications
- Catheter Thrombus Accumulation Evaluation Using in Vitro Blood Loop ●
- Catheter Collapse Resistance ●
- Central Venous Pressure Monitoring ●
- Pyrogens testing (Limulus Amoebocyte Lysate and Material Mediated) ●
## Sterilization
The HydroPICC Catheter is sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10 via a validated overkill Ethylene Oxide (EO) method. This validated cycle meets the requirements of ISO 11135-1.
# Conclusion
Based on the intended use, technological characteristics, and performance testing, the HydroPICC device meets the requirements that are considered sufficient for its intended use as compared to the predicate devices cited. Therefore, the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicates.
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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.
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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.