K212423 · Bibbinstruments AB · FCG · Mar 29, 2023 · Gastroenterology, Urology
Device Facts
Record ID
K212423
Device Name
EndoDrill® Model X
Applicant
Bibbinstruments AB
Product Code
FCG · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
Mar 29, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 876.1075
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The EndoDrill® Model X is intended to be used with an ultrasound endoscope for ultrasonically guided fine needle sampling of submucosal- and extramural lesions within gastrointestinal tract (i.e. esophagus, mediastinal masses, stomach, pancreas, liver, small- and large intestines, lymph nodes and perirectal masses). This device is for diagnostic purposes only.
Device Story
EndoDrill® Model X is a biopsy instrument for ultrasonically guided fine needle sampling of GI tract lesions. Input: physical tissue samples collected via rotating cylinder tip. Operation: user-controlled reusable electrical motor transmits mechanical rotation via drive cable to a single-use, flexible stainless-steel needle/sheath assembly; rotation cuts and severs tissue into a fluid- and airtight tubing. Output: tissue samples for diagnostic analysis. Used in clinical settings with ultrasound endoscopes; operated by physicians. No electrical current, heat, or sparks are introduced to the patient. Benefits: enables continuous sampling of multiple specimens without removing the instrument from the endoscope.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data submitted. Substantial equivalence supported by non-clinical bench testing, including engineering comparative testing, needle durability, ultrasound compatibility, tissue penetration/collection/transport performance, sterilization/shelf-life validation, and IEC 60601 electrical safety/EMC testing.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: stainless steel, surgical-grade plastic. Principle: electromechanical rotation of a coring cylinder tip. Energy: 110V AC motor (external to patient). Connectivity: mechanical drive cable interface. Sterilization: sterile single-use needle/handle; non-sterile reusable motor. Software: none.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring ultrasonically guided fine needle sampling of submucosal and extramural gastrointestinal lesions, including esophagus, mediastinal masses, stomach, pancreas, liver, small/large intestines, lymph nodes, and perirectal masses. For diagnostic use only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A gastroenterology-urology biopsy instrument is a device used to remove, by cutting or aspiration, a specimen of tissue for microscopic examination. This generic type of device includes the biopsy punch, gastrointestinal mechanical biopsy instrument, suction biopsy instrument, gastro-urology biopsy needle and needle set, and nonelectric biopsy forceps. This section does not apply to biopsy instruments that have specialized uses in other medical specialty areas and that are covered by classification regulations in other parts of the device classification regulations.
Predicate Devices
Boston Scientific Radial Jaw™ 4 Single-Use Hot Biopsy Forceps (K101657)
Reference Devices
Olympus EZ Shot 3 Plus 19G, Single Use Aspiration Needle (K180449)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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March 29, 2023
Bibbinstruments AB % John Smith Partner Hogan & Lovells US LPP 555 13th St. NW Washington, DC 20004
Re: K212423
Trade/Device Name: EndoDrill® Model X Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.1075 Regulation Name: Gastroenterology-urology biopsy instrument Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FCG Dated: February 24, 2023 Received: February 24, 2023
Dear John Smith:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Sincerely.
# Shanil P. Haugen -S
Shanil P. Haugen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT3A: Division of Renal, Gastrointestinal, Obesity and Transplant Devices OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K212423
Device Name EndoDrill® Model X biopsy instrument
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The EndoDrill® Model X is intended to be used with an ultrasound endoscope for ultrasonically guided fine needle sampling of submucosal- and extramural lesions within gastrointestinal tract (i.e. esophagus, mediastinal masses, stomach, pancreas, liver, small- and large intestines, lymph nodes and perirectal masses). This device is for diagnostic purposes only.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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# 510(K) SUMMARY
| DATE | March 24, 2023 |
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| SUBMITTER | Bibbinstruments AB<br>Medicon Village<br>S-223 81 Lund<br>SWEDEN |
| CONTACT PERSON | Lotta Ljungberg<br>Director QA/RA Bibbinstruments AB<br>Tel : +46 76 034 24 40<br><a href="mailto:Lotta.Ljungberg@bibbinstruments.com">Lotta.Ljungberg@bibbinstruments.com</a> |
| DEVICE NAME | |
| Classification Name | Biopsy Instrument |
| Trade/Common Name | EndoDrill® Model X biopsy instrument |
| Classification | Class II |
| Product Code | FCG |
| Regulation Number | 21CFR876. 1075 |
| PREDICATE/REFERENCE DEVICES: | Olympus EZ Shot 3 Plus 19G, Single Use<br>Aspiration Needle, K180449<br>Boston Scientific Radial Jaw™ 4 Single-Use Hot<br>Biopsy Forceps, K101657 |
| INDICATIONS FOR USE: | The EndoDrill® Model X is intended to be used<br>with an ultrasound endoscope for ultrasonically<br>guided fine needle sampling of submucosal- and<br>extramural lesions within gastrointestinal tract<br>(i.e. esophagus, mediastinal masses, stomach,<br>pancreas, liver, small- and large intestines, lymph<br>nodes and perirectal masses). This device is for<br>diagnostic purposes only. |
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## DEVICE DESCRIPTION:
#### EndoDrill® Model X
The EndoDrill® Model X biopsy instrument consists of a single-use handle with a flexible sheath and a cylinder tip that can be rotated to collect tissue samples. An outer sheath covers the tip to facilitate smooth insertion, positioning of the instrument and extraction. The hollow cylinder allows for multiple samples being taken continuously without removing the instrument for harvesting between biopsies. Rotation is facilitated by an isolated reusable electrical motor controlled by the user. No current, heat, smoke or sparks are introduced into the patient.
The device is designed to be used in flexible endoscopic instruments with ultrasound (EUS) used for examinations of the gastrointestinal tract.
The single-use biopsy instrument consists of a needle and handle that are supplied sterile and is for single patient use only. The needle contains all patient contact pathways and is fully disposable. Cleaning, reprocessing and/or re- sterilization of the instrument is prohibited. The needle is inserted through the working channel of a flexible endoscope and fixed at the endoscope handle. The single-use and handle consists of the following pre-assembled, sterile components:
- 1. A biopsy needle consisting of stainless-steel with a coring cylinder tip collecting samples in a fluid- and airtight tubing when rotated.
- 2. An outer sheath that surrounds the rotating needle and may be used to place the inner needle at the biopsy site.
- 3. A handle that is mounted to the working channel of an endoscope, used to control sampling and attaches to a reusable drive cable that mechanically transfers rotation.
The reusable electrical motor and drive cable facilitating the rotation of the tip are supplied non-sterile and reusable. The motor unit contains an on/off safety switch and rotation is activated with a pedal attached to the motor. The drive cable that mechanically transmits rotation to the needle is mounted on the handle prior to sampling. The motor unit accommodates a DC motor which includes a power indicator light and attachments for power cable, drive cable and pedal. The motor is isolated and provides mechanical rotation to the single-use handle via the drive cable. No current, heat, smoke or sparks are introduced into the patient.
The device description is complete, and no figures of the device are present.
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## TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTIC AND SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE:
The following table provides more detailed information regarding the basis for the determination of substantial equivalence:
| Parameter | Boston Scientific Single-<br>Use Hot Biopsy Forceps<br>(Predicate) | EndoDrill® Model X<br>(510k applicant) | Olympus EZ Shot 3 Plus<br>(Reference) | |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications for use | These single-use biopsy<br>forceps are specifically<br>designed to collect tissue<br>endoscopically for<br>histologic examination.<br>These forceps should not<br>be used for any other<br>purpose than the intended<br>function. These Single-Use<br>Hot Biopsy Forceps are<br>intended to be used through<br>an endoscope to cauterize<br>and remove polyps and/or<br>tissue specimens<br>throughout the alimentary<br>tract. The alimentary tract<br>includes the esophagus,<br>stomach, duodenum,<br>jejunum, ileum and colon. | The EndoDrill® Model X is<br>intended to be used with an<br>ultrasound endoscope for<br>ultrasonically guided fine<br>needle sampling of<br>submucosal- and extramural<br>lesions within<br>gastrointestinal tract (i.e.<br>esophagus, mediastinal<br>masses, stomach, pancreas,<br>liver, small- and large<br>intestines, lymph nodes and<br>perirectal masses). This<br>device is for diagnostic<br>purposes only | This instrument has been<br>designed to be used with an<br>Olympus ultrasound<br>endoscope for ultrasonically<br>guided fine needle<br>aspiration (FNA) and fine<br>needle biopsy (FNB) of<br>submucosal and extramural<br>lesions within the<br>gastrointestinal tract (i.e.<br>pancreatic masses,<br>mediastinal masses,<br>perirectal masses and lymph<br>nodes). | |
| Device Regulatory<br>Classification | 21 CFR 876.4300 | 21 CFR 876.1075 | 21 CFR 876.1075 | |
| Product Code | KGE | FCG | FCG | |
| Device Class | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| 510(k) number | K101657 | K212423 | K180449 | |
| Guidance method | Endoscopy-Optic | Endoscopy-Optic/Ultrasound | Endoscopy<br>Optic/Ultrasound | |
| Tip dimensions | 2,20 mm (14 Gauge) | 1,47 mm (17 Gauge) | 19-25 Gauge | |
| Method of tissue<br>dissection | Electrically heated forceps<br>cuts tissue | Electromechanically rotated<br>cylinder cuts tissue. | Manually moved beveled<br>needle tip cuts tissue | |
| Method of tissue<br>collection | Electrically heated forceps<br>cuts, severs and collects<br>tissue | Electromechanically rotated<br>cylinder cuts, severs and<br>collects tissue. | Cutting needle tip severs<br>and removes tissue into<br>hollow needle. Vacuum<br>assisted | |
| Patient contact<br>materials | Stainless steel; surgical-<br>grade plastic | Stainless steel; surgical-<br>grade plastic | Nitinol; Stainless steel;<br>surgical-grade plastic | |
| Outer sheath<br>adjustment | Inner tip<br>adjustment | Power source | Hand-held<br>procedure? | Single use<br>disposable device<br>vs. reusable device |
| Forceps and sheath<br>positioned and length<br>adjusted by hand | Outer sheath positioned and<br>length adjusted by hand.<br>Length locked with screw | Outer sheath positioned and<br>length adjusted by hand.<br>Length locked with screw | Yes | Single use, disposable hot<br>biopsy forceps and handle;<br>reusable electrosurgical<br>unit and power cord |
| Forceps tip positioned and<br>opened/closed with handle | Cylinder tip positioned and<br>length adjusted/locked with<br>needle stopper knob | Needle tip positioned and<br>length adjusted/locked with<br>needle stopper knob | | |
| DC electrosurgical unit<br>Electrical power connected<br>to biopsy forceps<br>instrument via a cord from<br>DC electrosurgical unit.<br>3V DC high frequency | DC Motor,<br>electromechanical driven<br>rotation<br>No electrical power<br>connected to instrument or<br>patient. Rotation is<br>mechanically transferred to<br>handle via isolated drive<br>cable.<br>110V AC | Manual | | |
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Single use, disposable<br>cylinder needle and handle;<br>reusable motor and drive<br>cable | Single use, disposable<br>biopsy needle |
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## PERFORMANCE TESTING - (NON-CLINICAL) BENCH
The EndoDrill® Model X System has been determined to be substantial equivalent to the predicate device. Side by side engineering bench testing have been performed to support substantial equivalence with the reference predicate device. These tests showed that the EndoDrill® Model X to meets applicable ISO, and FDA safety and performance standards,
Non-clinical bench performance testing completed:
- Engineering comparative testing including: ●
- o Evaluate effectiveness of
- " Advance of needle
- Retreat of stylet
- l Visibility of needle
- . Retreat of needle
- Withdrawal from endoscope
- I Repetition test
- Needle durability, including bending
- I Proper functioning of motor, drive train and controls during penetration passes through surrogate tissues
- I Ultrasound compatibility
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- Endoscope compatibility ■
- . Locking mechanisms for outer sheath-and needle adjustment
- Tissue penetration
- I Tissue collecting
- I Tissue transport
- Tissue artefacts (heat/burning/crusch) due to rotation I
- Determine Tissue penetration force
- O Sample acquisition
- Evaluate Tissue harvesting mechanisms o
- . Over pressure method (air)
- I Fluid fluid
- . Mandril
- Transport of multiple samples
- o Compare quality of samples collected
- Engineering testing ●
O
- o Performance testing
- . Drive motor
- . Drive Cable
- . Drive motor controls
- Sterilization/Shelf Life testing ●
- Biocompatibility
- IEC 60601 Electrical safety and EMC ●
#### PERFORMANCE TESTING - ANIMAL
There are no animal data submitted with this Notification.
#### PERFORMANCE TESTING - CLINICAL
There are no clinical data submitted with this Notification.
#### CONCLUSION:
Based on the results of non-clinical (bench) testing, the EndoDrill® Model X System performs safely and as intended. Regarding comparison of intended use and technological characteristics, it is determined that the EndoDrill® Model X System is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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