Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet - Stabilized (AAJT-S)

K221661 · Compression Works, Inc. · DXC · Mar 3, 2023 · Cardiovascular

Device Facts

• Record ID: K221661
• Device Name: Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet - Stabilized (AAJT-S)
• Applicant: Compression Works, Inc.
• Product Code: DXC · Cardiovascular
• Decision Date: Mar 3, 2023
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 870.4450
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

The AAJT-S is intended to control bleeding for up to 1 hour for abdominal use and up to 4 hours for junctional use until the patient can be transported to a health care facility for further treatment.

Device Story

AAJT-S is a wedge-shaped inflatable bladder device designed to control hemorrhage and stabilize pelvic fractures. Applied to the lower abdomen (over umbilicus), inguinal region, or axilla; device compresses underlying vasculature to achieve hemostasis. Operated by emergency responders or clinicians; device features a ladder strap and ratcheting buckle system for one-handed tightening, a 'D' handle for gloved-hand acquisition, and a continuous HDPE plastic cover. Once positioned, the bladder is inflated to apply pneumatic pressure. Device provides temporary hemorrhage control (up to 1 hour for abdominal, 4 hours for junctional) during patient transport to a healthcare facility. Benefits include rapid, stable, and convenient application for life-threatening bleeding in junctional areas.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Testing included pressure testing to confirm inflation maintenance for 4 hours and force testing to evaluate bond strength of components under tensile loads. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-5 (cytotoxicity) and ISO 10993-10 (irritation and skin sensitization).

Technological Characteristics

Wedge-shaped inflatable bladder; HDPE plastic cover; ladder strap and ratcheting buckle tightening mechanism; 'D' handle. Surface-contact device (<24hr duration). Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10. Mechanical pneumatic compression principle.

Indications for Use

Indicated for control of bleeding in the pelvis, inguinal area, and axilla, and for pelvic fracture stabilization.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A vascular clamp is a surgical instrument used to occlude a blood vessel temporarily.

Predicate Devices

• Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet (K133029)

Reference Devices

• SAM Junctional Tourniquet (K131561)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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March 03, 2023

Compression Works Inc c/o Trey Thorsen, President O'Connell & Myers, LLC 2020 Bobcat Trail Celina, Texas 75009

Re: K221661

Trade/Device Name: Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet - Stabilized (AAJT-S) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.4450 Regulation Name: Vascular Clamp Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DXC Dated: January 30, 2023 Received: January 30, 2023

Dear Trey Thorsen:

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,

# Rohini Retarekar -S

for

Katherine Trivedi Acting Assistant Director DHT2B: Division of Circulatory Support, Structural and Vascular Devices OHT2: Office of Cardiovascular 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) K221661

Device Name

Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet - Stabilized (AAJT-S)

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet - Stabilized (AAJT-S) is indicated for use to control bleeding in the pelvis, inguinal area, axilla and for pelvic fracture stabilization.

| 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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# K221661

# Section 5 -510(k) Summary for Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet - Stabilized (AAJT-S)

| Date: | February 17, 2023 |
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| 510(k) Owner/Sponsor: | Compression Works |
| Address: | 1634-A Montgomery Hwy #115<br>Hoover, AL 35216 |
| Establishment Number: | 3009164961 |
| Telephone Number: | 205-202-1136 |
| Contact Person: | Trey Thorsen |
| Telephone Number: | 850-450-3932 |
| Email Address: | [e-mail] |

#### Proposed Device: Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet - Stabilized (AAJT-S)

| Device Common Name: | Vascular Clamp |
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| Product Code: | DXC |
| FDA Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 870.4450 |
| Device Classification: | Class II |

# Predicate Device: Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet (K133029)

| Device Common Name: | Wound Dressing |
|------------------------|-----------------|
| Product Code: | DXC |
| FDA Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 870.4450 |
| Device Classification: | Class II |

# Reference Device: SAM Junctional Tourniquet (K131561)

| Device Common Name: | Wound Dressing |
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| Product Code: | DXC |
| FDA Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 870.4450 |
| Device Classification: | Class II |

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# 5.1 Device Description

The AAJT-S device is a wedge-shaped bladder that when inflated pushes in on the body Over the target area of application. One of the target areas is the lower abdomen, over the umbilicus, compressing all the structures within, including the descending aorta, to achieve the physiological effects of aortic compression. The other two areas are over the inguinal region or the axilla. In these two areas the region is compressed with the wedge- shaped bladder including the major vasculature that runs through that area.

## 5.2 Intended Use

The AAJT-S is intended to control bleeding for up to 1 hour for abdominal use and up to 4 hours for junctional use until the patient can be transported to a health care facility for further treatment.

## 5.3 Indications for Use

The Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet - Stabilized (AAJT-S) is indicated for use to control bleeding in the pelvis, inguinal area, axilla and for pelvic fracture stabilization.

## 5.4 Technological Comparison

The AAJT-S is similar in design and intended use to the 510(k) predicate device, AAJT (K133029). The differences between the subject device and the predicate device are listed below:

- . Exchanging the windlass for a ladder strap and ratcheting buckle. This allows the user the ability to tighten the AAJT-S with one hand.
- Tightening apparatus of the belt was moved to the front of the device for application convenience.
- Addition of the "D" handle allowing for easier acquisition of the belt by gloved hands. ●
- Wider belt was added for stability and comfort. ●
- Exchanging the three separate cover pieces for one continuous piece of HDPE plastic.
- Increased wear time of 1 hour. ●
- Additional pelvic stability indication. ●

The AAJT-S is similar in design and indication for use to the 510(k) cleared reference device, SAM Junctional Tourniquet (K131561). The differences between the subject device and the reference device are listed below:

- Inflatable bladder:
The SAM Junctional Tourniquet uses a Target Compression Device (TCD) to apply pneumatic pressure. The TCD is an inflatable cone shaped chamber that applies pressure to the target area to stop bleeding. The AAJT-S uses a wedge-shaped bladder to apply pneumatic pressure to the target area to stop bleeding.

- . Slack removal:
Once in position the SAM junctional Tourniquet uses Tourniquet uses a Windlass that is turned until the device is secured. Then the windlass is retained in place by a Velcro strap. The AAJT-S uses a ladder strap and ratcheting buckle that secures the device and does not require a Velcro retaining strap.

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# 5.5 Non-Clinical Performance Testing:

Compression Works performed the following nonclinical performance tests:

Pressure Testing: to confirm the AAJT-S can stay inflated and maintain the same pressure over the target area for at least a 4-hour period.

- . Force Testing: to evaluate the bond strength of the components bonded to the hard cover to demonstrate these components can withstand normal tensile forces during clinical use.
# 5.6 Biocompatibility

The AAJT-S is considered a surface device that may potentially contact intact skin for a duration of <24hrs (per the IFU the maximum duration of device use is no more than 4 hrs). The following biocompatibility testing was performed:

- 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 10993-10, Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 10: Tests for irritation ● and skin sensitization

# 5.7 Conclusion

The differences between the AAJT-S and the 510(k)-cleared predicates do not introduce new questions of safety or effectiveness. The performance of the AAJT-S is substantially equivalent to the performance of the predicate.