← Product Code MGP · K982939

# BTF THIN FILM WOUND DRESSING (K982939)

_Bioderm, Inc. · MGP · Oct 13, 1998 · SU · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Bioderm, Inc.
- **Product Code:** MGP
- **Decision Date:** Oct 13, 1998
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Device Class:** Class U
- **Review Panel:** SU
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Intended Use

The BioDerm BTF Wound Dressing is a sterile thin film dressing intended for over-the-counter use and prescription use. The BioDerm BTF consists of a transparent, polyurethane film backed with a hypoallergenic pressure sensitive adhesive. The BTF is permeable to moisture vapor and oxygen and intended to maintain a moist wound healing environment. A moist wound environment allows atolytic debridement. OTC Indications for Use: Abrasions, lacerations, minor/superficial cuts; Minor scalds, minor burns; Minor irritations to the skin. Under the Care of a Health Care Professional: Leg ulcers, pressure ulcers (stages I and II); Surgical wounds (post operative wounds, donor sites); 1st and 2nd degree burns; Cover and protect catheter sites and wounds; Securement of medical appliances; Catheter securing device; Dermal lesions: Non-exuding to minimally exuding wounds

## Device Story

Sterile, transparent polyurethane film dressing with hypoallergenic pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive; provides moist wound healing environment; permeable to moisture vapor and oxygen; acts as barrier to bacteria and external contaminants. Used in clinical settings or home care; applied by healthcare professionals or patients. Protects wounds, secures medical appliances/catheters, and manages non-exuding to minimally exuding wounds. Facilitates autolytic debridement. Not for 3rd degree burns or permanent skin replacement.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical data. Bench testing only. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-1:1995, including primary dermal irritation, sensitization, cytotoxicity, and repeated insult patch test.

## Technological Characteristics

Polyurethane film backing; hypoallergenic pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive; transparent; moisture vapor and oxygen permeable; bacterial barrier. Sterilized via Gamma Irradiation. Dimensions/form factor not specified. Standalone device.

## Predicate Devices

- Smith & Nephew, OpSite
- 3M, Tegaderm Transparent Dressing
- Hollister, Simplicare Thin Film Wound Dressing
- J & J, Bioclusive MVP Transparent Dressing
- Innovative Technologies, Transparent Thin Film and Intelligent Thin Film Wound Dressing

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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K982939

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# OCT 13 1998

#### Safety and Effectiveness Summary

August 17, 1998 Preparation Date:

- BioDerm, Inc. Submitter: 9705 International Court North St. Petersburg, FL 33716-4807 Phone: (727) 563-9001 Fax: (727) 563-0002
- Marie Teixeira Contact: Director of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs

BTF™ Thin Film Wound Dressing Device Name:

Device Classification Name: Occlusive Wound Dressing

Product Code: MGP

#### Device Description:

The BioDerm BTF Thin Film Wound Dressing is a sterile thin film dressing which consists of a polyurethane film backed with a hypoallergenic pressure sensitive adhesive. The BTF is a transparent dressing which is permeable to moisture vapor and oxygen and intended to provide a moist wound healing environment to facilitate the normal wound healing process. The BTF Thin Film Wound Dressing provides a barrier to bacteri and external contaminates.

#### Intended Use:

The BioDerm BTF Wound Dressing is a sterile thin film dressing intended for over-the-counter use and prescription use.

OTC Indications for Use:

Abrasions, lacerations, minor/superficial cuts; Minor scalds, minor burns; Minor irritations to the skin

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### Under the Care of a Health Care Professional:

Leg ulcers, pressure ulcers (stages I and II); Surgical wounds (post operative wounds, donor sites); 1st and 2nd degree burns; Cover and protect catheter sites and wounds; Securement of medical appliances; Catheter securing device; Dermal lesions: Non-exuding to minimally exuding wounds

### Substantially Equivalent Devices:

Smith & Nephew, OpSite 3M, Tegaderm Transparent Dressing Hollister, Simplicare Thin Film Wound Dressing J & J, Bioclusive MVP Transparent Dressing Innovative Technologies, Transparent Thin Film and Intelligent Thin Film Wound Dressing

#### Technological Characteristics:

'he BioDerm BTF Thin Film Wound Dressing is similar in design, composition and function to the predicate .evices listed in the comparative table below.

|                                             | BioDerm                             | Smith & Nephew                      | 3M                                                  | Hollister                                                                    | J & J                               | Innovative Technologies                                        |
|---------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------|
| Characteristic                              | BTF Thin Film Wound Dressing        | OpSite Wound Dressing               | 3M Tegaderm and 3M Tegaderm HP Transparent Dressing | Simplicare Thin Film Wound Dressing                                          | Bioclusive MVP Transparent Dressing | Transparent Thin Film and Intelligent Thin Film Wound Dressing |
| Backing Material                            | Polyurethane film                   | Polyurethane film                   | Polyurethane film                                   | Polyurethane film                                                            | Polyurethane film                   | Polyurethane film                                              |
| Visibility                                  | Transparent                         | Transparent                         | Transparent                                         | Transparent                                                                  | Transparent                         | Transparent                                                    |
| Primary Packaging                           | Peel pouch                          | Peel pouch                          | Peel pouch                                          | Peel pouch                                                                   | Peel pouch                          | Blister pack                                                   |
| Adhesive                                    | Acrylic adhesive Hypoallergenic     | Acrylic adhesive Hypoallergenic     | Pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive                 | Pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive                                          | Acrylic adhesive                    | Pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive                            |
| Moisture Vapor Permeability Characteristics | Permeable to water vapor and oxygen | Permeable to water vapor and oxygen | Good oxygen and moisture vapor permeability         | High moisture vapor transmission rate Permeable to moisture vapor and oxygen | Permeable to water vapor and oxygen | Permeable to moisture vapor and oxygen                         |
| Sterilization                               | Gamma Irradiation                   | ETO                                 | Gamma Irradiation                                   | Gamma Irradiation                                                            | ETO                                 | Gamma Irradiation                                              |
| Intended Use                                | Moist wound healing environment     | Moist wound healing environment     | Moist wound healing environment                     | Moist wound healing environment                                              | Moist wound healing environment     | Moist wound healing environment                                |
| Bacterial Barrier and                       | Effective barrier to bacteria and   | Impermeable to micro-organisms      | Impermeable to liquids and                          | Barrier to bacteria and external                                             | Impermeable to micro-organisms      | Barrier to exogenous moisture                                  |

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| External<br>Contaminate<br>Characteristics | external<br>contaminates                                                                                                               | (bacteria)<br>Effective barrier<br>to external<br>contaminates                                                                                                                                                           | bacteria<br>Effective barrier<br>to external<br>contamination                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            | contaminates                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    | Effective barrier<br>to external<br>contaminates                                                                                                                                 | and bacteria                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  |
|--------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications for<br>Use                     | OTC:<br>Abrasions,<br>lacerations,<br>minor/<br>superficial cuts;<br>Minor scalds,<br>minor burns;<br>Minor irritations<br>to the skin | IV/TPN<br>Dressings;<br>Dermal lesions;<br>Scalds;<br>1st or 2nd degree<br>burns;<br>Donor sites;<br>Post-operative<br>wounds;<br>Abrasions;<br>Lacerations;<br>Surgical incise<br>drape;<br>Partial thickness<br>wounds | Prescription<br>Cover and protect<br>catheter sites and<br>wounds;<br>Secondary<br>dressing;<br>Protective cover;<br>Secure devices to<br>the skin<br>Protective eye<br>covering;<br>Surgical<br>incisions;<br>Skin graft donor<br>sites;<br>Stage I or II<br>pressure ulcers;<br>Superficial<br>wounds<br>(abrasions, skin<br>tears, blister, 1st<br>and 2nd degree<br>burns, chafed<br>skin);<br>Secondary<br>dressing | OTC:<br>Minor burns;<br>Superficial Cuts,<br>lacerations, and<br>abrasions;<br>Minor irritations of<br>the skin<br><br>Prescription:<br>Non-exuding to<br>minimally exuding<br>wounds;<br>Pressure sores;<br>Lacerations/abrasi<br>ons;<br>Partial and full<br>thickness wounds;<br>Surgical incisions;<br>Second degree<br>burns;<br>Donor sites;<br>IV sites;<br>Secondary fixation<br>device | Minor burns;<br>Donor sites;<br>Post-operative<br>wounds;<br>Abrasions;<br>Lacerations;<br>Protective<br>cover;<br>Peripheral and<br>central<br>intravenous<br>catheter dressing | OTC:<br>Minor scalds and<br>burns;<br>Superficial wounds<br>such as abrasions,<br>lacerations and cuts<br><br>Prescription:<br>Partial thickness<br>wounds;<br>Pressure sores;<br>Abrasions;<br>Superficial burns;<br>Lacerations;<br>Donor sites;<br>IV sites;<br>Fixation device;<br>Post-operative<br>surgical wounds;<br>Dermal lesions;<br>Trauma wounds |

## Biocompatability:

Biocompatability testing was performed in accordance with ISO 10993-1: 1995 "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices, Part 1: Evaluation and Testing" and the Draft Guidance for the Preparation of a Premarket Notification for a Non-interactive Wound Dressing. Testing included: Primary Dermal Irritation, Sensitization, Cytotoxicity, and Repeated Insult Patch Test.

Based upon the results of biocompatability tests, the device is safe and effective for its intended purpose.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

OCT 13 1998

Ms. Marie Teixeira Director of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs BioDerm, Inc. 9705 International Court North St. Petersburg, Florida 33716-4807

Re: K982939 Trade Name: BTF™ Thin Film Wound Dressing Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MGP Dated: August 19, 1998 Received: August 21, 1998

Dear Ms. Teixeira:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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 (the Act). You may, therefore, market your device subject to the general controls provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) and the following limitations:

- 1 . This device may not be labeled for use on third degree burns.
- 2. This device may not be labeled as having any accelerating effect on the rate of wound healing or epithelization.
- 3. This device may not be labeled as a long-term, permanent, or no-change dressing, or as an artificial (synthetic) skin.
- 4. This device may not be labeled as a treatment or a cure for any type of wound.

The labeling claims listed above would be considered a major modification in the intended use of the device and would require a premarket notification submission (21 CFR 807.81).

The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practices, labeling, and prohibitions against

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misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval) it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for Medical Devices: General GMP regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4595. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or 301-443-6597 or at its internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html.

Sincerely yours,

Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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### Indications for Use Form

| 510(k) Number (if known): | K982939 |
|---------------------------|---------|
|---------------------------|---------|

## Device Name: BTF™ Thin Film Wound Dressing

Indications for Use:

The BioDerm BTF Wound Dressing is a sterile thin film dressing intended for over-the-counter use and prescription use. The BioDerm BTF consists of a transparent, polyurethane film backed with a hypoallergenic pressure sensitive adhesive. The BTF is permeable to moisture vapor and oxygen and intended to maintain a moist wound healing environment. A moist wound environment allows atolytic debridement.

OTC Indications for Use:

- V Abrasions, lacerations, minor/superficial cuts;
- > Minor scalds, minor burns;
- > Minor irritations to the skin

Under the Care of a Health Care Professional:

- Leg ulcers, pressure ulcers (stages I and II);
- V Surgical wounds (post operative wounds, donor sites);
- > 1st and 2nd degree burns;
- > Cover and protect catheter sites and wounds;
- > Securement of medical appliances;
- > Catheter securing device;
- > Dermal lesions:
- Non-exuding to minimally exuding wounds

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

| Prescription Use     | <span style="text-decoration: overline;"></span> <div style="display: inline-block;">✓</div> |
|----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| (Per 21CFR 801.109)  |                                                                                              |
| Over-the Counter Use | <span style="text-decoration: overline;"></span> <div style="display: inline-block;">✓</div> |

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Division of General Restorative Devices

| 510(k) Number | <span style="text-decoration: overline;">K982939</span> |
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