These cannulae are intended for use in venous drainage via the right atrium and inferior vena cava simultaneously during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
Device Story
ULTRAFLEX™ Venous Cannula is a medical device used during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery to facilitate venous drainage from the right atrium and inferior vena cava. The device features an occluder with a malleable stylet to assist clinicians in positioning and placement within the patient. Available in 23 and 29 Fr. diameters, the cannula may optionally include a Carmeda® bioactive coating. It is intended for use by trained medical professionals in a surgical setting. By providing a pathway for venous blood drainage, the device supports the extracorporeal circulation process, enabling the heart-lung machine to oxygenate blood and maintain systemic perfusion during cardiac procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance established through in vitro visual, dimensional, simulated use, and functional testing. Additional testing performed on Carmeda® coated devices to verify coverage and bio-activity.
Technological Characteristics
Venous drainage cannula available in 23 and 29 Fr. diameters. Features an occluder with a malleable stylet for positioning. Optional Carmeda® bioactive coating. Device is a passive mechanical catheter for cardiopulmonary bypass.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass surgery requiring venous drainage via the right atrium and inferior vena cava simultaneously.
Regulatory Classification
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.
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# j( 03) 827
#### JUL 2 2003
510(k) Summary
June 12, 2003 Date Prepared:
Submitter:
Medtronic Perfusion Systems 7611 Northland Boulevard
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Preeti Jain Contact Person: Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs
> Phone: (763) 391-9533 (763) 391-9100 Fax:
# Device Name and Classification:
| Trade Name: | ULTRAFLEX™ Venous Cannula<br>23, 29 Fr. |
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| Common Name: | Cardiopulmonary bypass vascular catheter, cannula or<br>tubing |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Predicate Devices: | VC2® Venous Cannula<br>K845045 |
| | Bio-Medicus® Femoral Cannula and Introducer<br>K924642 |
| | Extracorporeal Circuit with Bio-Active Surface<br>K8918687 |
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### Device Description:
The ULTRAFLEX™ Venous Cannula is designed for use with cardiopulmonary bypass as a venous drainage cannula. The occluder with a malleable stylet aids in positioning and placement of the cannula. The device is available in 23 and 29 Fr. diameters. The device may also include Carmeda® coating.
#### Indication for Use
This product is intended for use with cardiopulmonary bypass as a venous drainage cannula.
#### Comparison to Predicate Devices
The predicate devices are cannulae with the same or similar design characteristics. The predicate cannulae VC2® Two Stage Venous Cannula has the same indications for use. The other predicate cannulae Bio-Medicus® Femoral Cannula and Introducer features the same material and similar introducer configuration and tip design to the ULTRAFLEX™.
#### Summary of Performance Data
In vitro visual, dimensional, simulated use and functional testing was used to establish the performance characteristic of the modifications of this device from previously marketed devices. In addition coverage, bio-activity and functional testing was performed on Carmeda® coated devices.
#### Conclusion
Medtronic Perfusion Systems has demonstrated that the ULTRAFLEX™ Venous Cannulae are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices based upon design, test results, and indications for use.
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JUL 2 2003
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Medtronic Perfusion Systems c/o Mr. Preeti Jain 7611 Northland Drive N Minneapolis, MN 55428-1088
Re: K031827
ULTRAFLEXTM Venous Cannula Regulation Number: 870.4210 Regulation Name: Cardiopulmonary Bypass Vascular Catheter, Cannula, ad Tubing Regulatory Class: Class II (two) Product Code: 74 DWF Dated: June 12, 2003 Received: June 13, 2003
Dear Mr Jain:
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.
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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 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), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4646. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act 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,
Quesada Vaz Sr
Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Number (if known): _______________
Device Name:
# ULTRAFLEXTM Venous Cannula
Indications for Use:
These cannulae are intended for use in venous drainage via the right atrium and inferior vena cava simultaneously during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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