K993464 · C.R. Bard, Inc. · MJC · Dec 10, 1999 · Gastroenterology, Urology
Device Facts
Record ID
K993464
Device Name
BARDEX I.C. PEDIATRIC FOLEY CATHETER
Applicant
C.R. Bard, Inc.
Product Code
MJC · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
Dec 10, 1999
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Abbreviated
Regulation
21 CFR 876.5130
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Bardex I. C. Pediatric Foley Catheter is intended for use in the drainage and/or collection and/or measurement of urine. Generally, drainage is accomplished by inserting the catheter through the urethra and into the bladder. However, drainage is sometimes accomplished by suprapubic or other placement of the catheter, such as a nephrostomy tract.
Device Story
Bardex I. C. Pediatric Foley Catheter is a two-way latex urinary catheter; features silver and hydrogel coatings. Device inserted through urethra, suprapubic, or nephrostomy tract into bladder for urine drainage, collection, or measurement. Used in clinical settings by healthcare professionals. Silver coating provides antimicrobial properties; hydrogel coating enhances lubricity for patient comfort during insertion and indwelling use. Output is physical urine drainage; aids clinical management of urinary retention or monitoring. Benefits include reduced risk of catheter-associated complications via antimicrobial surface and improved patient comfort.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Device held to same design, manufacture, and performance specifications as currently marketed Foley catheters. Testing conducted in accordance with FDA draft 'Guidance for the Content of Premarket Notifications for Conventional and Antimicrobial Foley Catheters' (September 12, 1994).
Technological Characteristics
Two-way latex Foley catheter; 8 and 10 French sizes; 3cc balloon. Surface features metallic silver coating and hydrogel hydrophilic polymer coating applied from bifurcation to tip (internal/external, including balloon). Sterile, disposable. No electronic or software components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for pediatric patients requiring urinary drainage, collection, or measurement via urethral, suprapubic, or nephrostomy tract placement.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A urological catheter and accessories is a flexible tubular device that is inserted through the urethra and used to pass fluids to or from the urinary tract. This generic type of device includes radiopaque urological catheters, ureteral catheters, urethral catheters, coudé catheters, balloon retention type catheters, straight catheters, upper urinary tract catheters, double lumen female urethrographic catheters, disposable ureteral catheters, male urethrographic catheters, and urological catheter accessories including ureteral catheter stylets, ureteral catheter adapters, ureteral catheter holders, ureteral catheter stylets, ureteral catheterization trays, and the gastro-urological irrigation tray (for urological use).
Predicate Devices
Bard Hydrogel/Silver-Coated Foley Catheter
Bard Latex Urinary Catheters
Bard Hydrogel-Coated Foley Catheters
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Bard Medical Division C. R. Bard, Inc. 8195 Industrial Blvd. Covington, GA 30209-2695
DEC I 0 1999
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### SECTION VI
## 510 (k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS INFORMATION
This 510(k) summary of safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990.
A. Submitter's Information:
| Submitter's Name: | C. R. Bard, Inc., Medical Division |
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| Address: | 8195 Industrial Blvd.<br>Covington, Georgia 30014 |
| Contact Person: | Georgia C. Abernathy |
| Contact Person's Phone: | (770) 784-6454 |
| Contact Person's Fax: | (770) 784-6419 |
| Date of Preparation: | October 8, 1999 |
#### B. Device Name:
| Trade Name: | Bardex® I. C. Pediatric Foley Catheter |
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| Common / Usual Name: | Latex Pediatric Foley Catheter with lubricious and silver coating |
| Classification Name: | Urological catheter (antimicrobial) and accessories |
#### C. Predicate Device Names:
| Trade Name: | Bard Hydrogel/Silver-Coated Foley Catheter |
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| Trade Name: | Bard Latex Urinary Catheters |
| Trade Name: | Bard Hydrogel-Coated Foley Catheters |
#### D. Device Description:
The Bardex I. C. Pediatric Foley Catheter is a two-way latex Foley catheter with silver and hydrogel coatings.
#### E. Intended Use:
The Bardex I. C. Pediatric Foley Catheter is intended for use in the drainage and/or collection and/or measurement of urine. Generally, drainage is accomplished by inserting the catheter through the urethra and into the bladder. However, drainage is sometimes accomplished by suprapubic or other placement of the catheter, such as a nephrostomy tract.
#### F. Technological Characteristics Summary:
Table VI-1 provides a tabulated comparison summary of the technological characteristics of the Bardex I.C. Pediatric Foley Catheter versus the predicate devices.
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| Component/<br>Characteristic | Bardex I. C.<br>Pediatric Foley Catheter<br>(Hydrogel Impregnated) | Bard Hydrogel/<br>Silver-Coated Foley<br>Catheter | Bard Catheters | Bard Hydrogel-Coated<br>Foley Catheters | Ultragen |
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| Indications or<br>Intended Use | The Bardex I. C.<br>Pediatric Foley Catheter<br>is intended for use in<br>the drainage and/or<br>collection and/or<br>measurement of urine.<br>Generally, drainage is<br>accomplished by<br>inserting the catheter<br>through the urethra and<br>into the bladder.<br>However, drainage is<br>sometimes<br>accomplished by<br>suprapubic or other<br>placement of the<br>catheter, such as a<br>nephrostomy tract. | The Bard Hydrogel/<br>Silver-Coated Foley<br>Catheter is intended for<br>use in the drainage<br>and/or collection and/or<br>measurement of urine.<br>Generally, drainage is<br>accomplished by<br>inserting the catheter<br>through the urethra and<br>into the bladder.<br>However, drainage is<br>sometimes<br>accomplished by<br>suprapubic or other<br>placement of the<br>catheter, such as a<br>nephrostomy tract. | Bard catheters are<br>intended for use in the<br>drainage and/or<br>collection and/or<br>measurement of urine.<br>Generally, drainage is<br>accomplished by<br>inserting the<br>catheter/drain through<br>the urethra and into the<br>bladder. However,<br>drainage is sometimes<br>accomplished by<br>suprapubic or other<br>placement of the<br>catheter/drain, such as a<br>nephrostomy tract. | Bard Hydrogel-Coated<br>Foley catheters are<br>intended for use in<br>drainage of urine.<br>Generally, drainage is<br>accomplished by<br>inserting the catheter<br>through the urethra and<br>into the bladder.<br>However, drainage is<br>sometimes<br>accomplished by<br>suprapubic or other<br>placement of the<br>catheter, such as a<br>nephrostomy tract. | No<br>substantial<br>difference |
| Disposable | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | None |
| Sterile | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | None |
| Catheter Base<br>Material | latex | latex | latex | latex | None |
| French sizes<br>Available** | 8 and 10 Fr. | 12-30 Fr. | Includes 8 and 10 Fr. | Includes 8 and 10 Fr. | Pediatric<br>sizes added<br>to hydrogel/<br>silver-coated<br>catheter line |
| Balloon sizes | 3cc | Smallest is 5cc | Includes 3cc | Includes 3cc | #1 identical<br>to #3 and #4 |
| Silver Coating<br>Form | Metallic | Metallic | N/A | N/A | #1 and #2<br>identical |
| Lubricious<br>Coating | Hydrogel hydrophilic<br>polymer | Hydrogel hydrophilic<br>polymer | Hydrogel hydrophilic<br>polymer | Hydrogel hydrophilic<br>polymer | None |
| Catheter<br>Surface<br>Hydrogel<br>Coated | From bifurcation to tip,<br>internal and external<br>including balloon | From bifurcation to tip,<br>internal and external<br>including balloon | From bifurcation to tip,<br>internal and external<br>including balloon | From bifurcation to tip,<br>internal and external<br>including balloon | None |
| Catheter<br>Surface Silver<br>Coated | From bifurcation to tip,<br>internal and external<br>including balloon | From bifurcation to tip,<br>internal and external<br>including balloon | N/A | N/A | #1 and #2<br>identical |
Table VI-1
** New feature(s) or a change in this 510(k)
Performance Data Summary: G.
> The Bardex I.C. Pediatric Folcy Catheter referenced in this submission is held to the same design, manufacture, and performance specifications as those Foley catheters currently manufactured. Performance and functional testing standards are based on the FDA draft "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Notifications for Conventional and Antimicrobial Foley Catheters'' dated September 12, 1994.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
DEC I 0 1999
Ms. Georgia C. Abernathy Regulatory Affairs Associate Bard Medical Division C. R. Bard, Inc. 8195 Industrial Blvd. Covington, GA 30014
Re: K993464 Bardex® I. C. Pediatric Foley Catheter Dated: October 8, 1999 Received: October 13, 1999 Regulatory Class: II 21 CFR 876.5130/Procode: 78 KOD and MJC
Dear Ms. Abernathy:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have have have have have have have have have have have headly vve have reviewed your section 310(i) notifications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactings of the marketed predicate devices marketing in merse phor to high as with the provisions of the provisions of the Medical Device Antendhens, or to device that have both realer market the device, subject to the general control Federal FOOD, DTQ, and Cosment Act (Act (Act include requirements for annual reguirements for annual registration, listing of provisions of the Act. The general obtitled provibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
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# INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT
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