Who is the manufacturer of Renuvion® APR Handpiece?

Apyx Medical Corporation filed the 510(k) submission for Renuvion® APR Handpiece (K230272).

What is the FDA product code for Renuvion® APR Handpiece?

GEI. It is classified under 21 CFR 878.4400 as a Class 2 device in the General, Plastic Surgery panel.

What is the regulatory pathway for Renuvion® APR Handpiece?

510(k) clearance (submission type: Traditional).

What are the predicate devices for Renuvion® APR Handpiece?

Renuvion® APR Handpiece (K220970); Renuvion® APR Handpiece (K223262).

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Renuvion® APR Handpiece

K230272 · Apyx Medical Corporation · GEI · Apr 27, 2023 · General, Plastic Surgery

Device Facts

Record ID	K230272
Device Name	Renuvion® APR Handpiece
Applicant	Apyx Medical Corporation
Product Code	GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date	Apr 27, 2023
Decision	SESE
Submission Type	Traditional
Regulation	21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class	Class 2
Attributes	Therapeutic

Intended Use

Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and/or helium plasma where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue is needed. Soft tissue includes subcutaneous tissue. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the coagulation of subcutaneous soft tissues following liposuction for aesthetic body contouring. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is indicated for use in subcutaneous dermatological and aesthetic procedures to improve the appearance of lax (loose) skin in the neck and submental region. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and/or helium plasma for cutting, coagulation and ablation of soft tissue during open surgical procedures. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended to be used with compatible electrosurgical generators owned by Apyx Medical.

Device Story

Renuvion APR Handpiece is a sterile, single-use monopolar electrosurgical device; used with compatible Apyx Medical generators. Input: radiofrequency energy from generator; helium gas flow (1-5 L/min). Operation: helium gas passes over energized electrode to create helium plasma; plasma/RF energy delivered to soft tissue via handpiece. Output: cutting, coagulation, or ablation of soft tissue. Used in open surgical procedures or percutaneously for subcutaneous tissue coagulation. Operated by physicians in clinical settings. Output allows for tissue contraction and coagulation; benefits include improved appearance of lax skin and aesthetic body contouring post-liposuction.

Clinical Evidence

Clinical evidence includes an evaluator-blinded prospective multi-center study (IDE G190152) for neck/submental laxity and real-world evidence from 6 studies (retrospective chart reviews) involving 483 subjects (1,184 body areas). Data compared adverse event rates of Renuvion following liposuction against established liposuction-only meta-analysis benchmarks. Results support safety and effectiveness for the proposed indications.

Technological Characteristics

Monopolar electrosurgical handpiece; 15cm or 27cm shaft lengths; 3mm outer diameter; non-extendable electrode. Energy source: RF generator (up to 40W) with helium gas (1-5 L/min). Connectivity: wired to compatible Apyx Medical generators. Sterilization: sterile, single-use. No software algorithm class specified.

Indications for Use

Indicated for patients undergoing subcutaneous dermatological and aesthetic procedures to improve lax skin in the neck and submental region, and for coagulation of subcutaneous soft tissues following liposuction for aesthetic body contouring, as well as cutting, coagulation, and ablation of soft tissue during open surgical procedures.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.

Predicate Devices

Renuvion® APR Handpiece (K220970)
Renuvion® APR Handpiece (K223262)

Related Devices

K223262 — Renuvion® APR Handpiece · Apyx Medical Corporation · Feb 23, 2023
K230586 — Renuvion® Micro Handpiece · Apyx Medical Corporation · Jun 9, 2023
K220970 — Renuvion APR Handpiece · Apyx Medical Corporation(Formerly Bovie Medical Corporation) · Jul 15, 2022
K211652 — Renuvion Dermal Handpiece, Renuvion Dermal System · Apyx Medical Corporation (Formerly Bovie Medical Corporation · May 25, 2022
K191542 — Apyx Plasma/RF Handpiece · Bovie Medical Corporation Dba Apyx Medical Corporation · Oct 11, 2019

Submission Summary (Full Text)

{0}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/0/Picture/0 description: The image contains the logo of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The logo consists of two parts: a symbol on the left and the text "FDA U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION" on the right. The symbol on the left is a stylized image of a human figure, while the text on the right is in blue and is arranged in three lines. May 8, 2023 Apyx Medical Corporation Angela Huber Global Director of Regulatory Affairs 5115 Ulmerton Road Clearwater, Florida 33760-4004 Re: K230272 Trade/Device Name: Renuvion® APR Handpiece Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dear Angela Huber: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is sending this letter to notify you of an administrative change related to your previous substantial equivalence (SE) determination letter dated April 27, 2021. Specifically, FDA is updating this SE Letter due to a formatting error in which the K-number appears as 2K230272 in the header of page 2 as an administrative correction. Please note that the 510(k) sub mission was not re-reviewed. For questions regarding this letter please contact Long Chen, OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices, 301-796-6389, or Long. Chen@fda.hhs.gov. Sincerely, Mark Trumbore, Ph.D. Mark Trumbore Digitally signed by Mark Trumbore -S Date: 2023.05.08 08:19:04 -04'00' For Long Chen, Ph.D. Acting Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health {1}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/1/Picture/0 description: The image shows the logos of the Department of Health & Human Services and the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). The Department of Health & Human Services logo is on the left, and the FDA logo is on the right. The FDA logo is a blue square with the letters "FDA" in white, followed by the words "U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION" in blue. April 27, 2023 Apyx Medical Corporation Angela Huber Global Director of Regulatory Affairs 5115 Ulmerton Road Clearwater, Florida 33760-4004 Re: K230272 Trade/Device Name: Renuvion® APR Handpiece Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting And Coagulation Device And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: March 31, 2023 Received: March 31, 2023 Dear Angela Huber: 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. 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For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems. For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE(@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100). Sincerely, Digitally signed by Mark Mark Trumbore -S Trumbore -S Date: 2023.04.27 13:00:33 -04'00' Mark Trumbore, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3}------------------------------------------------ ## Indications for Use 510(k) Number (if known) Device Name Renuvion® APR Handpiece #### Indications for Use (Describe) Renuvion APR Handpiece is intended for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and/or helium plasma where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue is needed. Soft tissue includes subcutaneous tissue. The Renuvion APR Handpiece is intended for the coagulation of subcutaneous soft tissues following liposuction for aesthetic body contouring. The Renuvion APR Handpiece is indicated for use in subcutaneous dermatological and aesthetic procedures to improve the appearance of lax (loose) skin in the neck and submental region. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and/or helium plasma for cutting, coagulation and ablation of soft tissue during open surgical procedures. The Renuvion APR Handpiece is intended to be used with compatible electrosurgical generators owned by Apyx Medical. Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | <div> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </div> | |--------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | <div> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </div> | #### CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED. 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General Information | Submitted by: | Apyx Medical Corporation 5115 Ulmerton Road Clearwater, Florida 33760-4004 United States of America | |--------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Establishment Registration #: | 3007593903 | | Contact Person: | Angela Huber, PhD, RAC, | | | Global Director of Regulatory Affairs Phone: 218-343-4881 Email: angela.huber@apyxmedical.com | | Date Prepared: | March 30th, 2023 | | Trade Name (Model Numbers): | Renuvion® APR Handpiece (APYX-15-SP, APYX-15-TP, APYX-27-TP) | | Common Name: | Electrosurgical Handpiece | | Classification: | Class II per 21CFR 878.4400 - Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories Product Code GEI | | Predicate Device: Secondary Predicate Device: | Renuvion® APR Handpiece (K220970) Renuvion® APR Handpiece (K223262) | ## 2. Proposed Indications for Use Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and/or helium plasma where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue is needed. Soft tissue includes subcutaneous tissue. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for coagulation of subcutaneous soft tissues following liposuction for aesthetic body contouring. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is indicated for use in subcutaneous dermatological {5}------------------------------------------------ and aesthetic procedures to improve the appearance of lax (loose) skin in the neck and submental region. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and/or helium plasma for cutting, coagulation and ablation of soft tissue during open surgical procedures. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended to be used with compatible electrosurgical generators owned by Apyx Medical. #### 3. Device Description The Renuvion® APR (Apyx Plasma/RF) handpiece is a sterile, single use electrosurgical (monopolar) device intended to be used in conjunction with a compatible generator for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and helium plasma for cutting, coagulation and ablation of soft tissue during open surgical procedures. Radiofrequency energy is delivered to the handpiece by the generator and used to energize the electrode. When helium gas is passed over the energized electrode, a helium plasma is generated for cutting, coagulation or ablation of soft tissue during open surgical procedures. The compatible generators operate at an adjustable power of up to 40 W (expressed as 0 - 100% where 100% is 40 W) and provide an adjustable helium gas flow of 1 - 5 L/Min. APR Handpiece has a non-extendable electrode to generate helium plasma. The handpiece is available in two different lengths: 15 cm and 27 cm. The 15 cm length is available in a single port (APYX-15-SP) as well as a twin port configuration (APYX-15-TP). The 27cm length is only available with a twin port configuration (APYX- 27-TP). The device can also be used for percutaneous delivery of radiofrequency and helium plasma energy to coagulate subcutaneous soft tissue. The recommended settings for subcutaneous soft tissue coagulation are provided in detail in Section C.1 RECOMMENDED SETTINGS & TREATMENT PARAMETERS of the Instructions for Use. The Renuvion® APR System with all components and accessories is shown in the picture below. Image /page/5/Figure/8 description: This image shows a medical device setup with several components labeled. A red helium tank is connected to a gas regulator via a valve. The setup also includes a generator, a handpiece and cable, a foot switch, and a grounding pad, all arranged on a white surface. 10-2 {6}------------------------------------------------ #### 4. Technological Characteristics The Renuvion APR Handpiece with its components is pictured below. Image /page/6/Figure/3 description: The image shows a medical device with several labeled parts. The device has a long, thin "Flexible Shaft" with "Energy Exit Portals" and "Tip Distance Indicators" at the end. The device also has a "Handle" with an "Activation Button", a "Plug Connector", and a "Cable". Plug Connector #### 5. Performance Data #### a. Bench Testing N/A: no modifications were made to the commercially available handpiece cleared under K220970. #### b. Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) N/A; no modifications were made to the commercially available handpiece cleared under K220970 or generator cleared under K192867. #### c. Biocompatibility Testing N/A; no modifications were made to the commercially available handpiece cleared under K220970. #### 6. Pre-Clinical & Animal Studies No modifications were made to the commercially available handpiece cleared under K220970 and K223262. Ex vivo tissue testing that included liver, kidney, and muscle tissues to measure the coagulative effect of the device on tissue was previously provided in 510(k) submission K191542 and K223262. Apyx Medical conducted a GLP Acute Porcine Study to assess thermal effects of the subject device use in subcutaneous tissue. The data demonstrated the thermal effects of the device on subcutaneous soft tissues and was previously provided in 510(k) submission K191542 and K223262. #### 7. Clinical Performance The Renuvion APR handpiece safety and effectiveness in the neck and submental region was assessed in IDE, G190152 (VP-1902, A Prospective Multi-Center, {7}------------------------------------------------ Evaluator-Blinded Study evaluating the Safety and Effectiveness of the Renuvion APR Device to Improve the Appearance of Lax Tissue in the Neck and Submental Region). Apyx analyzed real-world evidence gathered from 6 studies in which all procedures used Renuvion APR following liposuction. This data set includes retrospective chart reviews in 1,184 body areas (across 483 subjects in the following body areas: abdomen, arms, back, buttocks, breast/axilla, face, hips/flanks, legs, neck) followed by coagulation of the subcutaneous soft tissues with Renuvion following liposuction. These data were then compared to the adverse event rates for liposuction alone established in a published meta-analysis. This data supports the safe use of the device for its proposed indications for use. ## 8. Substantial Equivalence The Renuvion APR handpiece is the predicate device; therefore all technological and performance characteristics are the same. The only difference is the addition to the indications for use. | Feature/ Characteristic | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Secondary Predicate Device | Comments | |----------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | | Renuvion® APR Handpiece (K230272) | Renuvion® APR Handpiece (K220970) | Renuvion® APR Handpiece (K223262) | | | Classification | Class II | Class II | Class II | Identical | | Regulation Name and Product Code: | Electrosurgical cutting & coagulation device and accessories, GEI | Electrosurgical cutting & coagulation device and accessories, GEI | Electrosurgical cutting & coagulation device and accessories, GEI | Identical | | Indications for Use | Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and/or helium plasma where coagulation/contractio n of soft tissue is needed. Soft tissue includes subcutaneous tissue. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the coagulation of subcutaneous soft | The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and/or helium plasma for cutting, coagulation and ablation of soft tissue during open surgical procedures. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is indicated for use in subcutaneous dermatological and aesthetic procedures | The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and/or helium plasma where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue is needed. Soft tissue includes subcutaneous tissue. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is indicated for use in subcutaneous dermatological and aesthetic procedures to improve the appearance of lax (loose) skin in the | Generally, the predicate is indicated for use during open surgical procedure or percutaneous procedures and associated surgical equipment. The modification to the intended use is to specify | | | tissues following liposuction for aesthetic body contouring. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is indicated for use in subcutaneous dermatological and aesthetic procedures to improve the appearance of lax (loose) skin in the neck and submental region. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the delivery of radiofrequency energy and/or helium plasma for | to improve the appearance of lax (loose) skin in the neck and submental region. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended to be used with compatible electrosurgical generators owned by Apyx Medical (specifically BVX- 200H, BVX-200P, APYX-200H, APYX-200P, APYX- RS3, and APYX- JS3). | neck and submental region. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended to be used with compatible electrosurgical generators owned by Apyx Medical. | that the handpiece is intended for the coagulation of subcutaneous soft tissues following liposuction for aesthetic body contouring. | | | cutting, coagulation and ablation of soft tissue during open surgical procedures. The Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended to be used with compatible electrosurgical generators owned by Apyx Medical. | | | | | Energy Type | Helium gas plasma | Helium gas plasma | Helium gas plasma | Identical | | Electrical Currents Transmitted | 150mA - 250mA | 150mA - 250mA | 150mA - 250mA | Identical | | EnergyType Delivered | Monopolar RF energy via Helium Plasma (helium facilitates the use of low | Monopolar RF energy via Helium Plasma (helium facilitates the use of low | Monopolar RF energy via Helium Plasma (helium facilitates the use of low | Identical | | System Components | The Apyx Plasma/RF System consists of: - RF Generator - Disposable HP - Foot pedal - Power cord - Gas regulator - Gas cylinder | The Apyx Plasma/RF System consists of: - RF Generator - Disposable HP - Foot pedal - Power cord - Gas regulator - Gas cylinder | The Apyx Plasma/RF System consists of: - RF Generator - Disposable HP - Foot pedal - Power cord - Gas regulator - Gas cylinder | Identical | | User Interface | Straight | Straight | Straight | Identical | | Shaft Design & Energy Delivery Configuration | 15cm and 27cm long with a side port configuration (single or twin) and indicator lines on the shaft | 15cm and 27cm long with a side port configuration (single or twin) and indicator lines on the shaft | 15cm and 27cm long with a side port configuration (single or twin) and indicator lines on the shaft | Identical | | Shaft Outer Diameter | 3mm | 3mm | 3mm | Identical | | Electrode Configuration | Non-extendable | Non-extendable | Non-extendable | Identical | | Plasma Settings | Maximum 40 watts, 1-5 L/min gas flow | Maximum 40 watts, 1-5 L/min gas flow | Maximum 40 watts, 1-5 L/min gas flow | Identical | | Compatibility | Only with Electrosurgical Generators owned by Apyx Medical | Only with Electrosurgical Generators owned by Apyx Medical | Only with Electrosurgical Generators owned by Apyx Medical | Identical | {8}------------------------------------------------ {9}------------------------------------------------ #### 9. Substantial Equivalence Determination The subject device and predicate device are identical with the exception of the modification to the intended use statement to specify that the Renuvion® APR Handpiece is intended for the coagulation of subcutaneous soft tissues following liposuction for aesthetic body contouring. Apyx was able to assess the device based on a large set of retrospective chart reviews. No new risks were identified in the risk analysis or real-world evidence and published literature analysis. Renuvion treatment adverse events (AEs) compared to the realworld evidence gathered for the liposuction treatments in the literature review demonstrated there are no new or increased risks for Renuvion procedures following liposuction procedures compared to liposuction alone. These findings support the proposed indications for use. {10}------------------------------------------------ #### 10. Conclusion The Renuvion APR is identical in terms of principle of operation, mechanism of action and sterilization methods to the predicate device, Renuvion APR (K220970 and K223262). The only difference between the subject and predicate devices is the indications for use statement. The clinical data presented in this 510(k) supports the substantial equivalence of safety and effectiveness of the subject device for the proposed indications for use. Therefore, the subject device is as safe and effective as the predicate, and the data presented supports a substantially equivalent decision.