K193612 · Applied Medical Technology, Inc. · KGC · Mar 12, 2020 · Gastroenterology, Urology
Device Facts
Record ID
K193612
Device Name
AMT Suture Delivery System
Applicant
Applied Medical Technology, Inc.
Product Code
KGC · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
Mar 12, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 876.5980
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
Approximation of the wall of a hollow viscus to the anterior abdominal wall prior to the introduction of interventional catheters.
Device Story
The AMT Suture Delivery System is a sterile, single-use, manually operated device used to anchor a hollow viscus to the abdominal wall. It is used percutaneously by a clinician to facilitate the subsequent placement of interventional catheters. The device consists of a hand-held applicator pre-loaded with non-absorbable suture. During operation, two needles are inserted through the abdominal wall into the viscus; the device is manually activated to pass the suture between needles, forming a percutaneous U-stitch. The needles are then removed, leaving only the suture and an anti-splay component in the patient to maintain tissue approximation. All other delivery components are discarded. The device provides a mechanical means of securing tissue to assist in clinical procedures, benefiting the patient by ensuring stable viscus positioning during catheter introduction.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data or animal studies were performed. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing, including biocompatibility (ISO 10993), sterilization validation (ISO 11135), shelf-life/packaging testing (ASTM F1980, ISO 11607, ISTA 3A), and mechanical performance testing (ISO 7864, ISO 9626, USP <871>, USP <881>).
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Stainless steel and plastic. Energy source: Manual (non-powered). Form factor: Hand-held, disposable, pre-loaded suture delivery system. Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (SAL 10^-6). Connectivity: None. Software: None.
Indications for Use
Indicated for anchoring the wall of a hollow viscus to the abdominal wall prior to the introduction of interventional catheters and stay in place for up to 14 days in child, adolescent, and adult populations.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A gastrointestinal tube and accessories is a device that consists of flexible or semi-rigid tubing used for instilling fluids into, withdrawing fluids from, splinting, or suppressing bleeding of the alimentary tract. This device may incorporate an integral inflatable balloon for retention or hemostasis. This generic type of device includes the hemostatic bag, irrigation and aspiration catheter (gastric, colonic, etc.), rectal catheter, sterile infant gavage set, gastrointestinal string and tubes to locate internal bleeding, double lumen tube for intestinal decompression or intubation, feeding tube, gastroenterostomy tube, Levine tube, nasogastric tube, single lumen tube with mercury weight balloon for intestinal intubation or decompression, and gastro-urological irrigation tray (for gastrological use).
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls). The barium enema retention catheter and tip with or without a bag that is a gastrointestinal tube and accessory or a gastronomy tube holder accessory is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 876.9.(2) Class I (general controls) for the dissolvable nasogastric feed tube guide for the nasogastric tube. The class I device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 876.9.
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March 12, 2020
Applied Medical Technology, Inc. Joy Tubero Regulatory Affairs Specialist 8006 Katherine Blvd. Brecksville, Ohio 44141
Re: K193612
Trade/Device Name: AMT Suture Delivery System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.5980 Regulation Name: Gastrointestinal Tube and Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KGC Dated: December 20, 2019 Received: December 26, 2019
Dear Joy Tubero:
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.
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Shanil P. Haugen, Ph.D. Acting Assistant Director DHT3A: Division of Renal, Gastrointestinal, Obesity and Transplant Devices OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K193612
Device Name AMT Suture Delivery System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The AMT Suture Delivery System is intended for anchoring the wall of a hollow viscus to the abdominal wall prior to the introduction of interventional catheters and stay in child, adolescent, and adult populations.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary
AMT Suture Delivery System
#### I. SUBMITTER:
Applied Medical Technology, Inc. 8006 Katherine Boulevard Brecksville, OH 44141 Phone: 440-717-4000 Fax: 440-717-4200
Contact Person: Joy Tubero - Regulatory Specialist Email: joy.tubero@appliedmedical.net Date Prepared: February 19, 2020
#### II. DEVICE INFORMATION:
Trade/Device Name: AMT Suture Delivery System Common Name: Gastrointestinal tube and accessories Classification Name: Gastrointestinal tube and accessories (21 CFR 876.5980) Product Code: KGC Regulatory Class: Class II
#### III. PREDICATE INFORMATION:
Predicate Device: K182832, Enterostomy Suture Anchor Set (Cook, Inc.; cleared on June 26, 2019).
## **This predicate devices has not been subject to design-related recalls.
## IV. INDICATIONS FOR USE:
The AMT Suture Delivery System is intended for anchoring the wall of a hollow viscus to the abdominal wall prior to the introduction of interventional catheters and stay in place for up to 14 days in child, adolescent, and adult populations.
#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION: V.
The Suture Delivery System is a sterile, single use suturing device designed to pass suture percutaneously through tissues in order to anchor the wall of a hollow viscus to the abdominal wall prior to the introduction of interventional catheters. The non-absorbable suture meets requirements established by the United Stated Pharmacopeia (USP) for non-absorbable surgical suture. The suture is provided pre-loaded in a hand-held, manually operated, disposable suture application device. Only the suture and the anti-splay component are intended to remain in place while the wall of the viscous adheres to the abdominal wall; all other components of the delivery system are removed completely and discarded.
## VI. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE:
Applied Medical Technology, Inc. - 510(k) Submission AMT Suture Delivery System Section 5 - Page 5.1
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| TABLE 5.1- TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SUBJECT DEVICE AND THE<br>PREDICATE DEVICES | | |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Subject Device: | Predicate: |
| Device Class<br>and Product<br>Code: | Class II; KGC | Class II; KGC |
| | Substantial Equivalence: | Same |
| Sterilization: | Sterile (Ethylene Oxide), single use only. | Sterile (Ethylene Oxide), single use only. |
| | Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) 10-6 | Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) 10-6 |
| | Substantial Equivalence: | Same |
| Prescription | Single use: Prescription Only. | Single use: Prescription Only. |
| | Substantial Equivalence: | Same |
| Indications for<br>Use: | The AMT Suture Delivery System is<br>intended for anchoring the wall of a hollow<br>viscus to the abdominal wall prior to the<br>introduction of interventional catheters<br>and stay in place for up to 14 days in<br>child, adolescent, and adult populations. | The Enterostomy Suture Anchor Set is<br>intended for anchoring the wall of a hollow<br>viscus to the abdominal wall prior to the<br>introduction of interventional catheters<br>and stay in place for up to 14 days in<br>child, adolescent, and adult populations. |
| | Substantial Equivalence: | Similar |
| Intended Use: | Approximation of the wall of a hollow<br>viscus to the anterior abdominal wall prior<br>to the introduction of interventional<br>catheters. | Approximation of the wall of a hollow<br>viscus to the anterior abdominal wall prior<br>to the introduction of interventional<br>catheters. |
| | Substantial Equivalence: | Same |
| Principles of<br>Operation | • Needles inserted percutaneously through<br>the abdominal wall and into a hollow<br>viscus.<br>• Securement achieved by manual (non-<br>powered) activation of application device.<br>• Needles are removed, leaving behind<br>suture.<br>• Anchoring achieved by tension applied to<br>the suture. | • Needle inserted percutaneously through<br>the abdominal wall and into a hollow<br>viscus.<br>• Securement achieved by manual (non-<br>powered) activation of application device.<br>• Needle is removed, leaving behind<br>sutures and metal anchors.<br>• Anchoring achieved by tension applied to<br>the sutures. |
| | Substantial Equivalence: | Similar |
| TABLE 5.1- TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SUBJECT DEVICE AND THE<br>PREDICATE DEVICES | | |
| | Subject Device: | Predicate: |
| Major Design<br>Characteristics | • Device is preloaded with non-<br>absorbable suture.<br>• Insert needles to percutaneously<br>deliver suture.<br>• All suture securement.<br>• Stainless steel and plastic<br>construction. | • Device is preloaded with non-<br>absorbable sutures and anchors.<br>• Insert needle to percutaneously<br>deliver suture and anchor.<br>• Suture and metal anchor securement.<br>• Stainless steel and plastic<br>construction. |
| | Substantial Equivalence: | Similar |
Applied Medical Technology, Inc. – 510(k) Submission AMT Suture Delivery System Section 5 – Page 5.2
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As outlined above, minor differences exist among the AMT Suture Delivery System and the predicate devices. These differences include:
- Material of Retention: The subject device applies tension to approximate tissues using only suture material. The predicate device approximates tissues using suture attached to internal metal anchors.
- Method of deployment: The subject device features a delivery system featuring two needles ● that when deployed, pass suture from one needle to ther in order to form a percutaneous u-stitch; the predicate uses a single needle that when deployed percutaneously delivers suture and metal anchors.
These design differences between the Suture Delivery System (subject device), and the predicate (K182832) do not raise different questions of safety and/or effectiveness from the predicate device. The intended use and indications for use remain the identical between the AMT Suture Delivery System and the predicate device.
#### VII. PERFORMANCE DATA:
## A. Biocompatibility Testing:
Following a well-documented biological evaluation plan, biocompatibility testing results demonstrate that the device is in compliance with ISO 10993-1- Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices, Part 1: Evaluation and Testing.
- ISO 10993-1 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process
- ISO 10993-5 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices . - Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity.
- . ISO 10993-10 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization.
- ISO 10993-11 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 11: Tests for systemic toxicity
- ISO 10993-12 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices .
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- Part 12: Sample preparation and reference materials
- ISO 10993-17 Biological Evaluation of Medical Device ●
- Part 17: Toxicological risk assessment of medical device constituents
- USP <151> Pyrogen Test (USP Rabbit Test)
# B. Software:
There are no software components related in any way to this device. Therefore, this section for Software Validation is not applicable to this device.
# C. Electromagnetic Compatibility & Electrical Safety:
The metal suture delivery component is discarded after placing suture in the patient's tissues. Use of the manually operated suture delivery device leaves only a suture in the patient. Therefore, Electromagnetic Compatibility and Electrical Safety Validation is not applicable to this device.
## D. Performance Testing:
AMT conducted various performance tests on the components contained within the AMT Suture Delivery System. Testing found that all components and materials met or exceeded design specifications established by AMT.
## 1. Sterilization
The Micro Transgastric Feeding Device is provided sterile (ethylene oxide) and testing has been completed to evaluate the sterilization process. The tests carried out are outlined below:
- Testing per ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11135:
- Sterilization process validation O
- Testing per ISO 10993-7:
- o Part 7: Ethylene Oxide Sterilization Residuals.
- Bacterial Endotoxin Testing:
- O USP chromogenic method
The subject device is ethylene oxide sterilized, and has been validated to confirm a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 106. The sterilization processing complies with the standards.
# 2. Shelf Life
The sterilized packaging for the subject device was tested in accordance with the following:
- Testing in accordance with ASTM F1980-16:
- Accelerated aging of sterile barrier systems O
- · Testing per ISO 11607:
Packaging system performance testing O Applied Medical Technology, Inc. - 510(k) Submission AMT Suture Delivery System Section 5 - Page 5.4
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- · Testing per ISTA 3A:
- Packaged products for parcel delivery system shipments O
Testing of the sterile barrier system has indicated that the packaging for the subject device complies with the standards.
#### 3. Bench Testing
Bench tests have been carried out to demonstrate conformance to applicable recognized standards and to assure reliable design and performance under the specified testing parameters according to predetermined criteria. The tests carried out are outlined below:
- Testing per AMT specifications: ●
- Deployment force o
- o Tensile testing
- . Testing per ISO 7864:
- Needle hub bond o
- o Needle Penetration
- Testing per USP <871>: ●
- o Suture Bond
- Testing per USP <881>: ● O Suture Tear Strength
- Testing per ISO 9626: ●
- Resistance to Breakage (Needle) o
- o Needle Stiffness
The AMT Suture Delivery System met or exceeded all the acceptance criteria and does not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness.
- E. Animal Study: Animal testing was NOT performed.
- F. Clinical Study: Clinical testing was NOT performed.
#### VIII. CONCLUSION:
The AMT Suture Delivery System can be found substantially equivalent to the predicate device cleared under K182832 in intended use, performance, and principles of operation. The minor design differences between the subject and the legally marketed predicate do not raise different questions of safety and/or efficacy, and the information submitted in the application demonstrates that the subject device is at least as safe and effective as the current legally marketed device.
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