← Product Code [DQY](/submissions/CV/subpart-b%E2%80%94cardiovascular-diagnostic-devices/DQY) · K021721 # EQUALIZER BALLOON CATHETER (K021721) _Boston Scientific Corp · DQY · Jun 20, 2002 · Cardiovascular · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/CV/subpart-b%E2%80%94cardiovascular-diagnostic-devices/DQY/K021721 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Boston Scientific Corp - **Product Code:** [DQY](/submissions/CV/subpart-b%E2%80%94cardiovascular-diagnostic-devices/DQY.md) - **Decision Date:** Jun 20, 2002 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Special - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 870.1250 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Cardiovascular - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use The Equalizer Balloon is indicated for use for temporary vessel occlusion in applications including arteriography, preoperative occlusion, emergency control of hemorrhage, chemotherapeutic drug infusion and renal opacification procedures. ## Device Story Equalizer Occlusion Balloon Catheter; multi-lumen nylon catheter shaft with soft compliant latex balloon at tip. Used for temporary vessel occlusion (up to 40mm diameter). Features two lumens: one for balloon inflation, one for guidewire passage or contrast medium infusion. Radiopaque markers and shaft facilitate fluoroscopic positioning. Operated by physicians in clinical settings. Provides temporary flow cessation to assist in procedures like hemorrhage control or drug delivery. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. ## Technological Characteristics Multi-lumen nylon catheter shaft; soft compliant latex balloon. Radiopaque markers and shaft for fluoroscopic visibility. Two-lumen design (inflation and distal/guidewire). Designed for vessels up to 40mm. No new materials compared to predicates. ## Regulatory Identification A percutaneous catheter is a device that is introduced into a vein or artery through the skin using a dilator and a sheath (introducer) or guide wire. ## Predicate Devices - Large Occlusion Balloon Catheter - Blue Max Balloon Catheter ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0}------------------------------------------------ JUN 2 0 2002 16021721 Special 510(k) - Device Modification Equalizer Occlusion Balloon Catheter May 23, 2002 ## Summary of Safety and Effectiveness | General Provisions | Trade Name: Equalizer Balloon Catheter
Classification Name: Catheter, Angioplasty, Peripheral, Transluminal | |-------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Name of Predicate Devices | Large Occlusion Balloon Catheter
Blue Max Balloon Catheter | | Classification | Class II | | Performance Standards | Performance Standards have not been established by FDA under Section 514 of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act | | Intended Use and Device Description | The Equalizer Balloon is indicated for use for temporary vessel occlusion in applications including arteriography, preoperative occlusion, emergency control of hemorrhage, chemotherapeutic drug infusion and renal opacification procedures.
The Equalizer Balloon Catheter is designed for temporary occlusion of vessels up to 40mm in diameter. To allow for large inflation diameters, the balloons are mounted on a non-tapered catheter shaft. All Equalizer Balloon Catheters have two lumens that are marked. The tubing, marked BALLOON, is the balloon inflation lumen. The tubing marked DISTAL is the central lumen of the catheter, which terminates at the distal tip. This lumen is used to pass the catheter over a guidewire. The lumen can also be used for infusion of contrast medium. The Equalizer Balloon Catheter is constructed of a soft compliant latex balloon mounted on the tip of a multi-lumen nylon catheter shaft. Radiopaque markers are placed adjacent to the balloon segment of the catheter to provide visual reference points for balloon positioning within the vessel. Catheter shafts are radiopaque, maximizing fluoroscopic visibility. | | Biocompatibility | No new materials have been introduced during this modification as compared to the predicate devices. The predicate devices have been tested for biocompatibility. All data demonstrate this device is biocompatible for its intended use. | | Summary of Substantial Equivalence | The Equalizer Occlusion Balloon Catheter has been tested and compared to the predicate devices. All data gathered demonstrate this device as substantially equivalent. No new issues of safety or efficacy have been raised. | {1}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/1/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The logo consists of a stylized caduceus symbol, which is a staff with two snakes coiled around it, and the words "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES • USA" arranged in a circular fashion around the symbol. The caduceus is depicted in a simple, black and white design. Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 Boston Scientific Corporation c/o Jennifer Bolton, RAC Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist One Boston Scientific Place Natick, MA 01760-1537 JUN 2 0 2002 Re: K021721 > Device Name: Equalizer Occlusion Balloon Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 1250 Regulation Name: Percutaneous Catheter Regulatory Class: Class II (two) Product Code: DQY Dated: May 23, 2002 Received: May 24, 2002 Dear Ms. Bolton: 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. 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. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such 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. Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set {2}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 - Jennifer Bolton, RAC forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4646. 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" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers. International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html Sincerely yours, Dala Tule Donna-Bea Tillman, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3}------------------------------------------------ Special 510(k) -- Device Modification Equalizer Occlusion Balloon Catheter May 23, 2002 ## Indications For Use | 510(k)
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for Use | The Equalizer Balloon is indicated for use for temporary vessel occlusion in applications including arteriography, preoperative occlusion, emergency control of hemorrhage, chemotherapeutic drug infusion and renal opacification procedures. | (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE – CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR Over-The Counter Use (Optional Format 1-2-96) Division of Cardiovascular & Respiratory Devices 510(k) Number K021721 - - --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/CV/subpart-b%E2%80%94cardiovascular-diagnostic-devices/DQY/K021721](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/CV/subpart-b%E2%80%94cardiovascular-diagnostic-devices/DQY/K021721) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. If you're preparing [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [get in touch](https://innolitics.com/contact). **Cite:** Innolitics at https://innolitics.com