The SOFIA 88 Catheter is indicated for general intravascular use, including the neuro and peripheral vasculature. The SOFIA 88 Catheter can be used to facilitate introduction of diagnostic agents or therapeutic devices. The SOFIA 88 Catheter is not intended for use in coronary arteries.
Device Story
SOFIA 88 Catheter is a non-tapered, single-lumen, flexible catheter with coil and braid reinforcement; features 60 cm distal-shaft hydrophilic coating for navigation; includes radiopaque marker for fluoroscopic visualization. Used by clinicians in neuro/peripheral vascular procedures to facilitate delivery of diagnostic/therapeutic agents. Device is inserted into vasculature; clinician monitors position via fluoroscopy. Provides a conduit for interventional devices; benefits patient by enabling minimally invasive access to target vascular sites. Single-use, sterile, EtO-sterilized.
Clinical Evidence
No human clinical data. Bench testing included dimensional verification, lubricity/durability, simulated use in tortuous models, burst pressure, leakage, tensile strength, flexural fatigue, particulate testing, kink resistance, torque strength, radiodetectability, and corrosion resistance. GLP-compliant porcine animal study (n=not specified) compared tracking and tip stability to predicate; results showed equivalent performance with no adverse histological findings (hemorrhage, necrosis, edema). Biocompatibility testing (cytotoxicity, irritation, sensitization, systemic toxicity, pyrogenicity, hemocompatibility) confirmed safety.
Indicated for general intravascular use in neuro and peripheral vasculature to facilitate introduction of diagnostic agents or therapeutic devices. Not for use in coronary arteries.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A percutaneous catheter is a device that is introduced into a vein or artery through the skin using a dilator and a sheath (introducer) or guide wire.
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MicroVention, Inc. Alick Tan, Ph.D. Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist 35 Enterprise Aliso Viejo, California 92656
### Re: K214024
Trade/Device Name: SOFIA 88 Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1250 Regulation Name: Percutaneous Catheter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DQY, QJP Dated: August 12, 2022 Received: August 12, 2022
### Dear Alick Tan:
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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Sincerely,
Naira Muradyan, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT5A: Division of Neurosurgical, Neurointerventional and Neurodiagnostic Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K214024
Device Name SOFIA 88 Catheter
Indications for Use (Describe)
The SOFIA 88 Catheter is indicated for general intravascular use, including the neuro and peripheral vasculature. The SOFIA 88 Catheter can be used to facilitate introduction of diagnostic agents or therapeutic devices. The SOFIA 88 Catheter is not intended for use in coronary arteries.
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### K214024 510(k) Summary
| 510(k) Owner | MicroVention, Inc.<br>35 Enterprise<br>Aliso Viejo, CA 92656<br>Establishment Registration No: 3013556777 |
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| Contact Person | Alick Tan, PhD<br>Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>Telephone: 949-615-2603<br>Email: alick.tan@microvention.com |
| Date summary<br>Prepared | September 12, 2022 |
| Trade Name | SOFIA 88 Catheter |
| Common Name | Catheter, Percutaneous, Neurovasculature |
| Classification | Class II, DQY, QJP |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 870.1250 |
| Predicate Device | Sofia 6F PLUS/Distal Access Catheters (K150366) |
| Reference Device | TracStar™ Large Distal Platform; ZOOM™ 88 Large Distal<br>Platform; ZOOM™ 88-T Large Distal Platform (K203764) |
### Device Description
The SOFIA 88 Catheter is a non-tapered, single-lumen, flexible catheter equipped with coil and braid reinforcement. The distal seqment is designed to facilitate vessel selection with 60 cm of distal-shaft hydrophilic coating for navigation through the vasculature. The radiopaque marker is located at the distal end of the catheter for visualization under fluoroscopy.
#### Indications for Use
The SOFIA 88 Catheter is indicated for general intravascular use, including the neuro and peripheral vasculature. The SOFIA 88 Catheter can be used to facilitate introduction of diagnostic agents or therapeutic devices. The SOFIA 88 Catheter is not intended for use in coronary arteries.
#### Comparison of Indications for Use and Technological Characteristics
Substantial equivalence of the SOFIA 88 Catheter to the predicate Sofia 6F PLUS/Distal Access Catheters (SOFIA 6F DAC) and to the reference device TracStar Large Distal Platform; ZOOM 88 Large Distal Platform; ZOOM 88-T Large Distal Platform (ZOOM 88) was established through an evaluation of the intended use, indications for use, principles of operation, device design, materials of construction, and an assessment of usability, safety, and effectiveness via bench and animal studies.
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The data presented in this submission demonstrates the technological similarity and equivalency of the SOFIA 88 Catheter compared with the predicate device SOFIA 6F DAC (K150366) and the reference device ZOOM 88 (K203764).
The devices:
- . have the same intended use,
- . use the same principle of operation,
- incorporate the same basic design,
- use similar construction and material, and ●
- are ethylene oxide (EtO)-sterilized and packaged using the same processes. ●
### Device Comparison Table
| | ZOOM 88 (K203764) | SOFIA 6F DAC<br>(K150366) | SOFIA 88 Catheter |
|----------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Reference Device | Predicate Device | Subject Device |
| Indications for Use | The ZOOM 88 and<br>ZOOM 88-T Large<br>Distal Platform are<br>indicated for the<br>introduction of<br>interventional devices<br>into the peripheral,<br>coronary, and neuro<br>vasculature. | The SOFIA<br>PLUS/Distal Access<br>Catheters are<br>indicated for general<br>intravascular use,<br>including the neuro<br>and peripheral<br>vasculature. It can be<br>used to facilitate<br>introduction of<br>diagnostic and<br>therapeutic agents. It<br>is not intended for use<br>in coronary arteries. | The SOFIA 88<br>Catheter is indicated<br>for general<br>intravascular use,<br>including the neuro<br>and peripheral<br>vasculature. The<br>SOFIA 88 Catheter<br>can be used to<br>facilitate introduction<br>of diagnostic agents or<br>therapeutic devices.<br>The SOFIA 88<br>Catheter is not<br>intended for use in<br>coronary arteries. |
| Device<br>Classification | Class II<br>QJP, DQY<br>21 CFR 870.1250 | Class II<br>DQY, DQO<br>21 CFR 870.1250<br>21 CFR 870.1200 | Class II<br>DQY, QJP<br>21 CFR 870.1250 |
| ZOOM 88 (K203764) | SOFIA 6F DAC<br>(K150366) | SOFIA 88 Catheter | |
| Reference Device | Predicate Device | Subject Device | |
| Catheter Body | Commonly used<br>medical grade plastics<br>& metals with<br>hydrophilic coating | Outer layer of<br>polyurethane<br>elastomer, polyether<br>block amide, and<br>polyamide; inner layer<br>of metal braid/coil,<br>PTFE, and polyolefin<br>elastomer | Outer layer of<br>polyurethane<br>elastomer (different<br>polyurethane<br>formulation), polyether<br>block amide, and<br>polyamide; inner layer<br>of metal braid/coil,<br>PTFE, and polyolefin<br>elastomer |
| Marker | - | Platinum/Iridium | Same as SOFIA 6F<br>DAC (K150366) |
| Hub | - | Nylon | Same as SOFIA 6F<br>DAC (K150366) |
| Strain Relief | - | Polyurethane | Same as SOFIA 6F<br>DAC (K150366) |
| Introducer | None | Pebax® | Fluorinated ethylene<br>propylene |
| Shaping Mandrel | None | Stainless steel | None |
| Catheter size | 8F | 6F | 8F, Same as ZOOM<br>88 (K203764) |
| ID | 0.088 in (2.2 mm) | 0.070 in (1.8 mm) | 0.0875 in (2.22 mm)<br>min |
| OD | 0.110 in (2.79 mm)<br>max | 0.0825 in (2.10 mm) | Proximal: 0.108 in<br>(2.74 mm) max |
| | | | Distal: 0.102 in (2.59<br>mm) max |
| Effective Length | 80–110 cm | 115, 125, 131, 135 cm | 115 cm |
| Coating | Hydrophilic coating | Hydrophilic coating | Same as SOFIA 6F<br>DAC (K150366) |
| Tip Configuration | Beveled distal edge,<br>soft, flexible,<br>atraumatic tip | Straight | Same as SOFIA 6F<br>DAC (K150366) |
| Guidewire<br>Compatibility | ≤ 0.038 in | 0.035 in | ≤ 0.038 in |
| Accessories | Rotating hemostasis<br>valve (RHV) | Introducer sheath and<br>shaping mandrel | Introducer sheath |
| | ZOOM 88 (K203764) | SOFIA 6F DAC<br>(K150366) | SOFIA 88 Catheter |
| | Reference Device | Predicate Device | Subject Device |
| Condition<br>Supplied | Sterile and single use | Sterile and single use | Same |
| Sterilization<br>Method | EtO | EtO | Same |
| Packaging<br>Configuration | The catheters are<br>placed in a protective<br>polyethylene tube,<br>mounted with<br>accessory RHV onto a<br>polyethylene<br>packaging card,<br>placed into a pouch,<br>sealed and labeled.<br>The sealed pouch and<br>IFU are placed in a<br>labeled shelf carton<br>box. | Catheter placed into a<br>HDPE dispenser tube.<br>Dispenser tube,<br>introducer and<br>shaping mandrel<br>placed on a<br>polyethylene<br>packaging card that is<br>inserted into a Tyvek<br>pouch. Pouch and IFU<br>placed in bleached<br>sulfate carton box. | Catheter placed into a<br>HDPE dispenser tube.<br>Dispenser tube and<br>introducer placed on a<br>polyethylene<br>packaging card that is<br>inserted into a Tyvek<br>pouch. Pouch and IFU<br>placed in bleached<br>sulfate carton box. |
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## Performance Testing
Performance testing was conducted to demonstrate the substantial equivalence of the SOFIA 88 Catheter to the predicate device.
The following testing data were provided to evaluate the performance of the SOFIA 88 Catheter.
| Test | Test Method Summary | Results |
|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| Dimensional<br>Verification | Dimensional specifications were verified by<br>measuring the catheter length, proximal and distal<br>outer diameters, and distal inner diameter. | Pass |
| Coating Lubricity<br>and Durability | The hydrophilic coating was evaluated for frictional<br>force and durability. | Pass |
| Simulated Use | Performance was evaluated under simulated use in<br>a tortuous anatomical model to assess preparation,<br>introduction, tracking, and support of the device. | Pass |
| Dynamic and Static<br>Burst Pressure | Device was subjected to rated burst pressures to<br>test catheter integrity. | Pass |
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| Test | Test Method Summary | Results |
|----------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| Air Leakage | Device was tested for air leakage requirements. | Pass |
| Liquid Leakage | Device was tested for liquid leakage requirements. | Pass |
| Tensile Strength | Device was tensile tested to failure, and recorded<br>the force at breakage. | Pass |
| Flexural Fatigue | Device was subjected to flexural fatigue from<br>repeated bending during simulated use testing and<br>flexural fatigue from repeated hoop stress on the<br>catheter from pressure testing. | Pass |
| Particulate Testing | The number and size of particulates generated<br>during simulated use in a tortuous anatomical model<br>were measured and results were compared with the<br>predicate device. | Pass |
| Kink Resistance | Device was evaluated for kink resistance after<br>simulated use testing. | Pass |
| Torque Strength | Device was evaluated for torque strength by<br>measuring the number of catheter rotations until<br>failure after tracking through a tortuous anatomical<br>model. | Pass |
| Radio Detectability | Device visibility was evaluated under fluoroscopy. | Pass |
| Corrosion Resistance | Device corrosion was evaluated after immersion in<br>saline. | Pass |
| Small-bore Connector | The luer connector was evaluated for dimensional<br>and performance requirements per reference<br>standard. | Pass |
| Stiffness Profile | The catheter stiffness profile along proximal and<br>distal sections was compared to the reference<br>device. | Pass |
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# Biocompatibility Results
| Test | Test Method Summary | | Results |
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| | Extract(s) & Test<br>Systems | Extract Conditions | |
| Cytotoxicity<br>(ISO MEM Elution<br>Test) | L-929 mouse<br>fibroblast cells<br>prepared using MEM<br>Maintenance Growth<br>Media with 5% FBS | 6.0 cm²/mL (exposed<br>surface area to<br>extraction medium<br>volume ratio),<br>extracted at 37 °C for<br>24 hrs | Non-cytotoxic |
| Irritation Reactivity<br>(ISO Intracutaneous<br>Reactivity Test) | Normal saline and<br>sesame seed oil<br>(SSO) (tested<br>separately)<br>New Zealand White<br>Rabbits | 6.0 cm²/mL (exposed<br>surface area to<br>extraction medium<br>volume ratio),<br>extracted at 50 °C for<br>72 hrs | Non-irritant |
| Maximization<br>(ISO Guinea Pig<br>Maximization Test) | Normal saline and<br>sesame seed oil<br>(SSO) (tested<br>separately)<br>Guinea Pig | 6.0 cm²/mL (exposed<br>surface area to<br>extraction medium<br>volume ratio),<br>extracted at 50 °C for<br>72 hrs | Non-sensitizing |
| Systemic Toxicity<br>(ISO Acute<br>Systemic Toxicity<br>Test) | Normal saline and<br>sesame seed oil<br>(SSO) (tested<br>separately)<br>Albino outbred strain<br>(ND4) mice | 6.0 cm2/mL (exposed<br>surface area to<br>extraction medium<br>volume ratio),<br>extracted at 50 °C for<br>72 hrs | Non-acute<br>systemically toxic |
| Pyrogenicity<br>(ISO/USP Material<br>Mediated<br>Pyrogencity Test) | Normal saline<br>New Zealand White<br>Rabbits | 6.0 cm²/mL (exposed<br>surface area to<br>extraction medium<br>volume ratio),<br>extracted at 50 °C for<br>72 hrs | Non-pyrogenic |
| Test | Test Method Summary | | Results |
| | Extract(s) & Test Systems | Extract Conditions | |
| Hemocompatibility<br>In-Vitro Blood Loop<br>Assay<br>(ISO In-vitro Blood<br>Loop Assay with<br>Comparison Article) | A loop system<br>circulated with freshly<br>drawn sheep blood | The test article is<br>exposed to the<br>circulating blood that<br>fills to the capacity of<br>the loop at 37 °C for<br>4 hrs | Thromboresistant |
| Hemocompatibility<br>Hemolysis Assay<br>(ISO ASTM<br>Hemolysis Assay) | PBS – Phosphate<br>Buffered Saline<br><br>Blood - Three New<br>Zealand White<br>Rabbits | 6.0 cm²/mL (exposed<br>surface area to<br>extraction medium<br>volume ratio),<br>extracted at 50 °C for<br>72 hrs | Non-hemolytic |
| Hemocompatibility<br>Complement<br>Activation Assay<br>(ISO<br>Hemocompatibility:<br>Complement<br>Activation Assay<br>(SC5b-9)) | Normal Human<br>Serum (NHS) | 6.0 cm²/mL (exposed<br>surface area to<br>extraction medium<br>volume ratio),<br>extracted at 37 °C for<br>60 min | Non-activator of<br>complement system |
| Hemocompatibility<br>Partial<br>Thromboplastin<br>(ISO<br>Hemocompatibility:<br>Partial<br>Thromboplastin<br>Time (PTT) Assay) | Human Plasma<br>Freshly Drawn<br>Human Plasma | 6.0 cm²/mL (exposed<br>surface area to<br>extraction medium<br>volume ratio),<br>extracted at 37 °C for<br>15 min | No effect on the PTT |
| Test | Test Method Summary | | Results |
| | Extract(s) & Test Systems | Extract Conditions | |
| Hemocompatibility<br>Heparinized Blood<br>Platelet and<br>Leukocyte | Human Blood | 12 cm²/mL (exposed surface area to extraction medium volume ratio), extracted at 37 °C for 60 min | Pass |
| | Freshly Drawn<br>Human Blood | | |
| (Hemocompatibility:<br>Heparinized Blood<br>Platelet and<br>Leukocyte Count<br>Assay) | | | |
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# Animal Study
Acute animal testing was conducted in accordance with FDA Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Regulation (21 CFR Part 58) comparing the SOFIA 88 Catheter to the SOFIA 6F DAC. The testing was intended to assess preclinical safety and efficacy for catheter tracking and tip stability in a porcine model. The porcine model was chosen since the vessel sizes of the pig model allow for insertion and navigation of standard-sized devices used in humans; porcine vessel diameters are comparable with human vasculature. The tracking results demonstrated that the SOFIA 88 Catheter and SOFIA 6F DAC devices performed equally. Catheter tip stability was found to be comparable for both devices. No dissection/perforation was noted for the test-article- and controltreated vessels. Similar degrees of vasospasm were noted in the vessels instrumented with both devices. During postmortem examination there were no remarkable gross findings for any of the vessel samples for both the test and control devices. There was no hemorrhage, necrosis, or edema in test article-treated and control article-treated arterial sections. Overall, the histologic findings were consistent with routine catheterization procedures, which are commonly observed after interventional procedures in porcine safety models. The results of the present study did not raise any safety issues with either the test SOFIA 88 Catheter or control SOFIA 6F DAC. The devices are deemed equivalent.
## Conclusion
MicroVention concludes through a review of the benchtop testing, non-clinical animal study assessments, the comparison of the device classification, indications for use, operating principles, technological characteristics, sterility, and biocompatibility testing that the SOFIA 88 Catheter is substantially equivalent to the predicate SOFIA 6F DAC. Any differences between the subject device and the predicate device do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness.
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At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
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.
Try it yourself
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.