The Elastic Traction System is indicated for adult only for use in flexible Endoscopy to provide retraction to assist in tissus resection, exposure, and removal of tissue within the stomach and colon.
Device Story
Elastic Traction System is a single-use endoscopic device used in endoscopy suites by physicians. It consists of two components: an elastic traction device (clip assembly, silicone band, delivery system) and a secondary clipping device. The device functions by anchoring the edge of the target tissue to the silicone band using the clips; the elastic force of the silicone band then retracts the tissue. This retraction improves visualization and assists in tissue resection, exposure, and removal within the stomach and colon. The device is manually operated and compatible with endoscopes having a working channel of 2.8 mm or larger. It provides a mechanical benefit by maintaining tissue tension during procedures, facilitating easier resection.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Evidence consists of bench testing and animal studies. Bench testing included dimension, release force, clamping strength, tensile strength, elastic performance, rotation, repeated opening/closing, and endoscope compatibility/damage. Usability assessment confirmed safe and correct use. Shelf-life testing followed ASTM F1980-16 (2-year aging). Sterilization validated per ISO 11135:2014+A1:2019. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-1.
Technological Characteristics
Single-use endoscopic traction device. Components: silicone rubber band, clip assembly, delivery system. Materials: silicone rubber. Manual operation. Compatible with 2.8 mm+ endoscope working channels. Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (ISO 11135). Shelf life: ASTM F1980. Biocompatibility: ISO 10993-1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adults undergoing flexible endoscopy to provide tissue retraction for resection, exposure, and removal of tissue in the stomach and colon.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An endoscopic traction device is a prescription device that is endoscopically applied to retract tissue in the gastrointestinal tract during dissection procedures to increase visualization of the dissection plane and assist in tissue resection, exposure, and removal. The ProdiGI system includes a Traction Wire (indicated for esophagus, stomach, and colon) and a Traction Magnet (indicated for stomach and colon) for use in adults during Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) procedures.
Special Controls
In combination with the general controls of the FD&C Act, the endoscopic traction device is subject to the following special controls:
- (1) In vivo performance testing must demonstrate that the device performs as intended under anticipated conditions of use. Testing must evaluate:
- Perforation, bleeding, and mucosal injury; (i)
- Ease of insertion and removal of the device; (ii)
- Visualization during the procedure; and (iii)
- Ease of procedure as reported by the intended user. (iv)
- (2) Non-clinical performance testing must demonstrate that the device performs as intended under anticipated conditions of use. Testing must include:
- Device deployment and detachment: (i)
- Ability to retract tissue; (ii)
- (iii) Tensile strength;
- Potential for laceration caused by the device or procedure using the device; (iv)
- Dimensional verification; and (v)
- (vi) For devices that contain a magnet, magnet strength verification and safety assessment.
- (3) Usability assessment must demonstrate that the intended user(s) can safely and correctly use the device.
- (4) Performance data must demonstrate the sterility of the patient-contacting components of the device.
- (5) The patient-contacting components of the device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
- (6) Performance data must support the shelf life of the device by demonstrating continued sterility, package integrity, and device functionality over the intended shelf life.
- (7) Labeling must include:
- The recommended training for safe use of the device; (i)
- (ii) Anatomical locations and lesion sizes that have been demonstrated to be safe to use with the device: and
- A shelf life. (iii)
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October 3, 2022
Micro-Tech (Nanjing) Co., Ltd. Sally He. RA Engineer No.10 Gaoke Third Road, Nanjing National Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone Nanjing, Jiangsu 210032 CHINA
K222354 Re: Trade/Device Name: Elastic Traction System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.4410 Regulation Name: Endoscopic traction device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: QSW Dated: July 29, 2022 Received: August 4, 2022
Dear Sally He:
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.
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Sincerely,
Shanil P. Haugen, Ph.D. 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
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
K222354
Device Name Elastic Traction System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Elastic Traction System is indicated for adult only for use in flexible Endoscopy to provide retraction to assist in tissus resection, exposure, and removal of tissue within the stomach and colon.
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## 510K Summary
This 510(k) Summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with requirements of SMDA 1990 and Title 21, CFR Section 807.92.
The assigned 510(k) Number: K222354
#### 1. Date of Preparation: 2022-09-30
#### 2. Sponsor Identification
## Micro-Tech (Nanjing) Co., Ltd.
No.10 Gaoke Third Road, Nanjing National Hi-Tech, Industrial Development Zone, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, PRC
Establishment Registration Number: 3004837686
Contact Person: Sally He
Position: RA Engineer
Tel: +86-25-58646395
Fax: +86-25-58350006
Email: ra.micro-tech@outlook.com
#### 3. Identification of Proposed Device
Trade Name: Elastic Traction System
Common Name: Endoscopic Traction Device
### Regulatory Information
Device Classification Name: Endoscopic Traction Device
Classification: 2
Product Code: OSW
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.4410
Review Panel: Gastroenterology/Urology
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#### 4. Identification of Predicate Device
De Novo Number: DEN220006 Product Name: ProdiGI Traction Wire Manufacturer: Covidien LLC.
#### 5. Indications for Use
The Elastic Traction System is indicated for adult only for use in flexible Endoscopy to provide retraction to assist in tissue resection, exposure, and removal of tissue within the stomach and colon.
#### Device Description 6.
The proposed device, Elastic Traction System, consists of 2 components, an Elastic Traction Device, and a clipping device (Fig. 1). Two components are single use device.
The Elastic Traction Device is a single use tissue traction device. It is consisting of clip assembly, silicone band and delivery system. The silicone band is consisting of three rings. Ring A is preloaded with the clip.
The Clipping Device is a single use device, and its purpose is to use it as a second clip. The second clip is used to engage the silicone band of the previously anchored clip of Elastic Traction Device.
#### 7. Comparison of Technological Characteristics
The Elastic Traction System substantially equivalent device materials, design, configuration, packaging, sterilization process and intended use as those featured in the predicate device ProdiGI Traction Wire
### (DEN220006).
| Characteristics | Proposed Device<br>Elastic Traction System | Predicated Device<br>ProdiGI Traction Wire<br>(DEN220006) | Remark |
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| Product Code | QSW | QSW | Same |
| Class | II | II | Same |
| Regulation | Endoscopic Traction Device | Endoscopic Traction Device | Same |
| Characteristics | Proposed Device<br>Elastic Traction System | Predicated Device<br>ProdiGI Traction Wire<br>(DEN220006) | Remark |
| Description | | | |
| Regulation<br>number | 876.4410 | 876.4410 | Same |
| Indications for<br>Use | The Elastic Traction System is<br>indicated for adult only for use in<br>flexible Endoscopy to provide<br>retraction to assist in tissue resection,<br>exposure, and removal of tissue within<br>the stomach and colon. | The Medtronic ProdiGI Traction<br>Wire is indicated to grasp tissue<br>within the esophagus, stomach, and<br>colon of adults during an<br>Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection<br>(ESD) procedure. | Similar |
| Target population | Adults | Adults | Same |
| Use Condition | Endoscopy suite, used with a<br>compatible Endoscope | Endoscopy suite, used with a<br>compatible Endoscope | Same |
| Mechanics of<br>Action | Manual | Manual | Same |
| Operation Principle | Anchor the edge of tissue on the<br>silicone band with endoscopic clips<br>and retract the tissue through own<br>elastic force of the silicone band. | Anchor the edge of tissue on the<br>wire with endoscopic clips and<br>retract the tissue through restoring<br>force of the wire . | Similar |
| General<br>Configuration | 2 Clips<br>Silicone band | 2 Clips<br>Metal Wire band | Similar |
| Compatible<br>endoscopy working<br>channel | 2.8 mm<br>or larger | 2.8 mm<br>or larger | Same |
| Working length | 1650 mm, 2350 mm | 2300 mm | Similar |
| Silicone<br>band/Traction wire<br>length | The longest distance of the rings center<br>is 7.1 mm | 20 mm, 35mm | Similar |
| Main Patient-<br>contact Material | Silicone rubber | Metal | Different |
| Single Use | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Supplied in Sterile | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Characteristics | Proposed Device<br>Elastic Traction System | Predicated Device<br>ProdiGI Traction Wire<br>(DEN220006) | Remark |
| Rx-only | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Non-clinical<br>Performance | Performs as intended under<br>anticipated conditions of use | Performs as intended under<br>anticipated conditions of use | SE |
| Usability | The intended user can safely and<br>correctly use the proposed device. | The intended user can safely and<br>correctly use the proposed device. | SE |
| In vivo study | Animal study performs as intended<br>under anticipated conditions of use | In vivo performance testing<br>performs as intended under<br>anticipated conditions of use | SE |
| Biocompatibility | Comply with ISO 10993-1 | Comply with ISO 10993-1 | SE |
| Shelf Life | Comply with ASTM F1980 | Comply with ASTM F1980 | SE |
| Labeling | Conforms to 21 CFR part 801 | Conforms to 21 CFR part 801 | SE |
Comparison to predicate Devices:
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The proposed device and the predicate device both used the two clips to anchor the edge of the tissue and lift the mucosal to provide the visualization with a connecting band during the ESD procedure. The main difference between the two devices is the material of the connecting band, the proposed device used the silicon rubber which provides retraction with elastic force of deforming, while the predicate device used the metal wire with restoring force of memory function.
#### 8. Performance Data
Performance testing was conducted to demonstrate the essential performance of the proposed device Elastic Traction System and confirmed that the proposed device works as intended.
The bench tests below were tested and evaluated as substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
- > Dimension
- > Release Force
- > Clamping Strength
- > Tensile strength
- > Elastic Performance
- > Rotation Performance
- > Repeated Opening and Closing Performance
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- Clip Opening and Closing Forces A
- > Endoscope Compatibility
- A Endoscope Damage
Usability assessment was performed to demonstrate that the intended user can safely and correctly use the proposed device.
Shelf-life testing was conducted based on an accelerated aging test in accordance with ASTM F1980-16 Standard Guide for Accelerated Aging of Sterile Barrier Systems for Medical Devices. Two-years aging test was performed to demonstrate longer stability and support the results of the accelerated aging test.
Sterilization validation was carried out in accordance with ISO 11135:2014+A1:2019 "Sterilization of Health Care products - Ethylene Oxide - Part 1: Requirements for Development, Validation, and Routine Control of Sterilization processes for Medical Devices".
Biocompatibility testing was performed in accordance with the 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 results of performance testing demonstrate that the proposed device Elastic Traction System is considered safe and effective for its intended use.
#### 9. Animal Study
The proposed device Elastic Traction System has conducted animal test according to 21 CFR §58 (GLP Regulations) to demonstrate the safety and effectiveness.
### 10. Clinical Study
No clinical study is included in this submission.
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# 11. Substantially Equivalent (SE) Conclusion
Based on the indications for use, technological characteristics, and safety and performance testing, the Elastic Traction System has been shown to be appropriate for its intended use and is considered to be substantially equivalent to the currently cleared predicate device the ProdiGI approved under DEN220006.
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1. Search: exact and fuzzy
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Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
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