Codman Disposable Perforators
K183581 · Integra Lifesciences Corp. · HBF · Jan 20, 2019 · Neurology
Device Facts
| Record ID | K183581 |
| Device Name | Codman Disposable Perforators |
| Applicant | Integra Lifesciences Corp. |
| Product Code | HBF · Neurology |
| Decision Date | Jan 20, 2019 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Special |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 882.4305 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Intended Use
The Codman Disposable Perforator is for use in perforating the cranium. When properly used, it is designed to automatically disengage once perforation is accomplished and when pressure is removed from the drill point.
Device Story
Single-use, sterile, disposable cranial perforator; available in 9mm, 11mm, and 14mm sizes. Device features Hudson end for attachment to surgical drill driver. Principle of operation: mechanical engagement via pressure applied to drill point; automatic disengagement upon completion of perforation or removal of pressure. Used in neurosurgical procedures; operated by surgeons. Benefits include controlled cranial perforation and automatic disengagement to prevent unintended penetration. Device is identical to predicates except for alternate gamma irradiation sterilization cycle.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Validation of alternate gamma sterilization cycle performed via dose mapping study (Dose Uniformity Ratio < 2) in compliance with ISO 11137-1.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: ABS plastic (sleeve), metal components (drill body, spring, drive pin, bearing, nyliner). Energy source: mechanical (powered by external surgical drill driver). Form factor: color-coded disposable drill bits (9mm, 11mm, 14mm). Sterilization: Gamma irradiation (25kGy-50kGy, SAL 10^-6).
Indications for Use
Indicated for use in perforating the cranium.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Powered compound cranial drills, burrs, trephines, and their accessories are bone cutting and drilling instruments used on a patient's skull. The instruments employ a clutch mechanism to disengage the tip of the instrument after penetrating the skull to prevent plunging of the tip into the brain.
Predicate Devices
- Codman Disposable Perforator (14mm) (K791101)
- Codman Disposable Perforators (11mm & 9mm) (K071931)
Related Devices
- K071931 — CODMAN DISPOSABLE PERFORATOR, MODEL(S) 26-1222, 26-1223 · Codman & Shurtleff, Inc. · Oct 22, 2007
- K213228 — NeuroLine Disposable Cranial Perforator with Hudson end · Emd Endoszkop Muszer Gyarto ES Kereskedelmi Kft. · Jun 20, 2022
- K082010 — STRYKER DISPOSABLE CRANIAL PERFORATOR BIT · Stryker Ireland Ltd., Instruments Division · Dec 29, 2008
- K252696 — LEGACY · Phasor Health, LLC · Nov 21, 2025
- K082637 — CRANIAL PERFORATOR · The Anspach Effort, Inc. · Dec 22, 2008
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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January 20, 2019
Integra LifeSciences Corp. Jocelyn Raposo Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs 11 Cabot Blvd Mansfield, Massachusetts 02048
Re: K183581
Trade/Device Name: Codman Disposable Perforators Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.4305 Regulation Name: Powered Compound Cranial Drills, Burrs, Trephines, And Their Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HBF Dated: December 20, 2018 Received: December 21, 2018
Dear Jocelyn Raposo:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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
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Sincerely,
# Matthew C. Krueger -S
for Carlos L. Peña, PhD, MS Director Division of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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| DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES<br>Food and Drug Administration | Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120<br>Expiration Date: 06/30/2020<br>See PRA Statement below. |
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| Indications for Use | |
| 510(k) Number (if known) | |
| K183581 | |
| Device Name | |
Codman Disposable Perforator
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Codman Disposable Perforator is for use in perforating the cranium. When properly used, it is designed to automatically disengage once perforation is accomplished and when pressure is removed from the drill point.
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## Section 5 - 510(k) Summary
| I. Submitter | Integra LifeSciences Corp.<br>11 Cabot Blvd.<br>Mansfield, MA 02048 | |
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| | Establishment Registration Number: 1226348 | |
| | Primary Contact:<br>Phone: | Jocelyn Raposo<br>(781) 971-5688 |
| | Secondary Contact:<br>Phone: | Jennifer Siu<br>(781) 971-5692 |
Date of Preparation: December 19, 2018
#### II. Device(s)
| Device Proprietary Name | Codman Disposable Perforators |
|---------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name | Perforators |
| Classification Name | Drills, Burrs, Trephines & Accessories<br>(Compound, Powered) (21 CFR 882.4305) |
| Regulatory Classification | II |
| Product Code | HBF |
III. Predicate
The predicate devices for this submission are:
Device(s)
The predicate devices for this submission are:
| 510(k) Number | Date Cleared | Title |
|---------------|---------------|-----------------------------------------------|
| K791101 | Aug. 28, 1979 | Codman Disposable Perforator<br>(14mm) |
| K071931 | Oct. 22, 2007 | Codman Disposable Perforators<br>(11mm & 9mm) |
IV. Device Description(s) The Codman Disposable Perforators are pre-assembled, single-use, sterile devices that are designed to perforate the cranium. When properly used, the Disposable Perforators are designed to automatically disengage once perforation is accomplished and when pressure is removed from the drill point. They are designed with a Hudson end and are available in three color-coded sizes:
- 14mm (blue ABS sleeve) – product number: 26-1221
- 11mm (green ABS sleeve) product number: 26-1222 ●
- 9mm (yellow ABS sleeve) product number: 26-1223 ●
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### V. Indications for Use
The Indications for Use statement of the proposed device remains identical to the predicate devices'.
| Equivalence<br>Comparison | Codman Disposable<br>Perforators (Predicates) | Codman Disposable<br>Perforators (Subject of This<br>Submission) |
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| Indications for Use | The Codman Disposable<br>Perforator is for use in<br>perforating the cranium.<br>When properly used, it is<br>designed to automatically<br>disengage once perforation is<br>accomplished and when<br>pressure is removed from the<br>drill point. | The Codman Disposable<br>Perforator is for use in<br>perforating the cranium.<br>When properly used, it is<br>designed to automatically<br>disengage once perforation is<br>accomplished and when<br>pressure is removed from the<br>drill point. |
#### VI. Comparison to Predicate Device
The proposed Codman Disposable Perforators are identical to the currently marketed Codman Disposable Perforators (K791101 & K071931) except for the alternate gamma irradiation sterilization cycle proposed in this 510(k). The indications for use, design, principle of operation, performance, packaging, and shelf life remain identical to the predicate devices.
| Substantial Equivalence Comparison | | |
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| Characteristic | Codman Disposable<br>Perforators (Predicates) | Codman Disposable<br>Perforators (Subject of<br>This Submission) |
| Manufacturer | Codman & Shurtleff, Inc. | Identical |
| Classification Panel | Neurology | Identical |
| Classification Name | Drills, Burrs, Trephines &<br>Accessories (Compound,<br>Powered) (21 CFR<br>882.4305) | Identical |
| Indications for Use | The Codman Disposable<br>Perforator is for use in<br>perforating the cranium.<br>When properly used, it is<br>designed to automatically<br>disengage once<br>perforation is<br>accomplished and when<br>pressure is removed from<br>the drill point. | Identical |
| Operating Principle | With adequate pressure<br>applied on the perforator<br>point, engagement should<br>occur as the Hudson End<br>is rotated in a driver. Once<br>pressure is removed from<br>the drill point the device is<br>designed to disengage. | Identical |
| Implant | No | Identical |
| Single Use Only | Yes | Identical |
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VII.
Data
Performance
| Special 510(k) Premarket Notification |
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| Codman Disposable Perforators |
| Substantial Equivalence Comparison | | |
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| Characteristic | Codman Disposable<br>Perforators (Predicates) | Codman Disposable<br>Perforators (Subject of<br>This Submission) |
| Design | 9 mm Perforator<br>consisting of outer and<br>inner body drill, drill<br>driver, compression<br>spring, drive pin, molded<br>sleeve, snap bearing,<br>flanged nyliner<br>11mm Perforator<br>consisting of outer and<br>inner body drill, drill<br>driver, compression<br>spring, drive pin, molded<br>sleeve, snap bearing,<br>flanged nyliner<br>14mm Perforator<br>consisting of outer and<br>inner body drill, drill<br>driver, compression<br>spring, drive pin, molded<br>sleeve, snap bearing,<br>flanged nyliner | Identical |
| Shelf Life | 5 years | Identical |
| Sterilization Method | Gamma | Identical |
| Sterility Assurance Level<br>(SAL) | 10-6 | Identical |
| Packaging | PETG Blister Tray with<br>heat-sealed lid placed into<br>a unit box | Identical |
There were no changes made that affect the Codman Disposable Perforators' indications for use, principle of operation, performance, packaging, or shelf life. The only difference between the predicate and proposed devices is the use of an alternate gamma irradiation sterilization cycle to sterilize the products. There is no change to the sterilization dose parameters (25kGy-50kGy). The products continue to meet a SAL of 10-6 with the new cycle. A full dose mapping study has been performed to ensure there are no new issues relating to the safety or effectiveness of the products.
Please see the Summary of Testing table below for acceptance criteria and testing results.
| Table Summary of Testing | | | |
|---------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------|--------|
| Test | Test Method /<br>Purpose | Acceptance Criteria | Result |
| Full Dose Mapping<br>Validation | Establish a new<br>gamma radiation<br>sterilization cycle in<br>compliance with<br>ISO 11137-1 | Dose Uniformity Ratio: <2 | Pass |
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Integra LifeSciences Codman Specialty Surgical Special 510(k) Premarket Notification Codman Disposable Perforators
#### Animal Testing:
No animal studies were required based on similarities of the proposed device to the predicate device and from the results of the sterilization validation.
### Clinical Testing:
No clinical studies were required based on similarities of the proposed device to the predicate device and from the results of the sterilization validation.
#### Conclusion:
Results from the dose mapping study have demonstrated that the alternate sterilization cycle is suitable and does not raise new issues of safety and effectiveness for the finished devices. Based on the indications for use, fundamental scientific technology and a comparison to the predicate devices, the subject Codman Disposable Perforators are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.