← Product Code [DWF](/submissions/CV/subpart-e%E2%80%94cardiovascular-surgical-devices/DWF) · K971023 # CHASE THORACIC CATHETER (K971023) _Chase Medical, Inc. · DWF · Sep 8, 1997 · Cardiovascular · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/CV/subpart-e%E2%80%94cardiovascular-surgical-devices/DWF/K971023 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Chase Medical, Inc. - **Product Code:** [DWF](/submissions/CV/subpart-e%E2%80%94cardiovascular-surgical-devices/DWF.md) - **Decision Date:** Sep 8, 1997 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 870.4210 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Cardiovascular - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use The Chase Thoracic Catheter is indicated for use during and after open-heart surgery to drain fluid from the pericardium. ## Device Story Polyvinyl chloride tube with precut holes at distal tip; used during and after open-heart surgery to drain pericardial fluid. Operated by clinicians in surgical settings. Device functions as passive drainage conduit. Benefits patient by facilitating removal of post-surgical fluid accumulation. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. Includes package integrity burst testing per ASTM F1140-88, shipping/vibration/drop testing per National Safe Transit Association standards, and accelerated aging for two-year shelf life validation. ## Technological Characteristics Polyvinyl chloride tube; precut holes at distal tip. Sterilization via 100% Ethylene Oxide (Overkill Method) to SAL 10⁻⁶. ## Regulatory Identification A cardiopulmonary bypass vascular catheter, cannula, or tubing is a device used in cardiopulmonary surgery to cannulate the vessels, perfuse the coronary arteries, and to interconnect the catheters and cannulas with an oxygenator. The device includes accessory bypass equipment. ## Predicate Devices - Sherwood Medical Thoracic Catheter ([K760351](/device/K760351.md)) ## 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} K971023 # SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS ## CHASE THORACIC CATHETER ### I. General Information A. Generic Name: Thoracic Catheter SEP - 8 1997 B. Trade Name of Device: Chase Thoracic Catheter C. Applicant’s Name and Address: CHASE MEDICAL INC., Richardson, TX D. Pre-market Notification Number: Not assigned ### II. Indication for Use: The Chase Thoracic Catheter is indicated for use during and after open-heart surgery to drain fluid from the pericardium. ### III. Device Description The Chase Thoracic Catheter is a polyvinyl chloride tube with precut holes at the distal tip. ### IV. Device Classification: Class I device ### V. Safety and Effectiveness: Substantial Equivalence: This device is substantially equivalent to the Sherwood Medical Thoracic Catheter (K760351). ### VI. Other Safety and Effectiveness Data: Materials: All material are identical to the predicate device. Sterilization: Validated 100% Ethylene Oxide sterilization cycle (Overkill Method) SAL 10⁻⁶ ## Functional Testing All functional characteristics of the Chase Thoracic Catheter are non-differentiable as compared with the predicate because both devices have the exact same fit, form, and material composition. {1} # SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS Package Integrity: Tyvek/Polymylar passed burst test per ASTM F1140-88 Shipping & Distribution Testing: Per National Safe Transit Ass. vibration and drop tests Accelerated Aging: Two year shelf life {2} DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Public Health Service Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20856 SEP - 8 1997 Mr. Bert Davis Chase Medical 1876 Firman Drive Richardson, Texas 75081 Re: K971023 Chase Thoracic Catheter Regulatory Class: II (two) Product Code: 74 DWF Dated: June 30, 1997 Received: June 30, 1997 Dear Mr. Davis: 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 (Act). 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 (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, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS 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. {3} Page 2 - Mr. Bert Davis 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) 594-4639. 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, Thomas J. Callahan, Ph.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {4} CHASE MEDICAL, INC. THORACIC CATHETER Intended Use: The Thoracic Catheter is indicated for use during and after open-heart surgery to drain fluid from the pericardium. ![img-0.jpeg](img-0.jpeg) (Division Sign-Off) Division of Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Neurological Devices 510(k) Number 5971023 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/CV/subpart-e%E2%80%94cardiovascular-surgical-devices/DWF/K971023](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/CV/subpart-e%E2%80%94cardiovascular-surgical-devices/DWF/K971023) **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. 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