← Product Code [EZL](/submissions/GU/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/EZL) · K182635 # Signal Catheter (K182635) _Safe Medical Design · EZL · Jan 10, 2019 · Gastroenterology, Urology · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/GU/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/EZL/K182635 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Safe Medical Design - **Product Code:** [EZL](/submissions/GU/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/EZL.md) - **Decision Date:** Jan 10, 2019 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 876.5130 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Gastroenterology, Urology - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use The Signal Catheter is indicated for urological bladder drainage, with a maximum patient indwelling time of 29 days. ## Device Story The Signal Catheter is a 16 French, 2-way silicone Foley catheter for bladder drainage. It is inserted through the urethra. The device features a unique signal balloon located in the catheter hub. This signal balloon acts as a pressure-relief mechanism; it inflates if the retention balloon becomes constricted and cannot be inflated at nominal pressure, thereby alleviating fluid and pressure within the retention balloon. The device is intended for use by healthcare professionals in clinical settings. The signal balloon is non-patient contacting. By preventing over-pressurization of the retention balloon during insertion or maintenance, the device aims to ensure proper catheter function and patient safety. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data submitted; substantial equivalence demonstrated via bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics 16 French, 2-way silicone Foley catheter. Features a non-patient contacting signal balloon in the hub for pressure relief. Complies with ASTM F623 (Foley Catheter performance) and EN 1616 (sterile urethral catheters). Biocompatibility evaluated per ISO 10993-1. ## Regulatory 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 - Kohli Urinary Drainage Catheter ([K172422](/device/K172422.md)) - Devmed Double Balloon Urological Catheter ([K941488](/device/K941488.md)) ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). 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January 10, 2019 Safe Medical Design % Allison Komiyama, PhD, RAC Principal Consultant AcKnowledge Regulatory Strategies, LLC 2251 San Diego Avenue, Suite B-257 San Diego, CA 92110 Re: K182635 Trade/Device Name: Signal Catheter Regulation Number: 21 CFR§ 876.5130 Regulation Name: Urological Catheter and Accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: EZL Dated: December 12, 2018 Received: December 13, 2018 Dear Allison Komiyama: 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). 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Fisher, Ph.D. Director Division of Reproductive, Gastro-Renal, and Urological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ ## Indications for Use 510(k) Number (if known) K182635 Device Name Signal Catheter Indications for Use (Describe) The Signal Catheter is indicated for urological bladder drainage, with a maximum patient indwelling time of 29 days. | Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |-------------------------------------------------| |-------------------------------------------------| |X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) #### CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED. 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The text "K182635 Page 1 of 3" is located in the upper right corner of the image. # 510(k) Summary K182635 #### DATE PREPARED January 9, 2019 #### MANUFACTURER AND 510(k) OWNER Safe Medical Design 2722 Fulton Street, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA Telephone: Official Contact: Raymond "Buzz" Bonneau, President #### REPRESENTATIVE/CONSULTANT Allison C. Komiyama, Ph.D., R.A.C. Lucie Dalet, Ph.D. AcKnowledge Regulatory Strategies, LLC Telephone: +1 (619) 458-9547 Email: akomiyama@AcKnowledge-RS.com #### DEVICE INFORMATION | Proprietary Name/Trade Name: | Signal Catheter | |------------------------------|-------------------------------------| | Common Name: | Catheter, Retention Type, Balloon | | Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 876.5130 | | Regulation Name: | Urological Catheter and Accessories | | Class: | II | | Product Code: | EZL | | Premarket Review: | ODE/DRGUD/ULDB | | Review Panel: | Gastroenterology/Urology | ## PREDICATE DEVICE IDENTIFICATION The Signal Catheter is substantially equivalent to the following predicates: | 510(k) Number | Predicate Device Name / Manufacturer | Primary Predicate | |---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------| | K172422 | Kohli Urinary Drainage Catheter/Nellie Medical, LLC | ✓ | | K941488 | Devmed Double Balloon Urological Catheter/Medical
Technology Development Corp. | | The predicate devices have not been subject to a design related recall. #### DEVICE DESCRIPTION The Signal Catheter is a 16 French, 2-way silicone Foley catheter, designed to be inserted into the bladder through the urethra to drain urine. The unique signal balloon included in the catheter hub is designed to inflate during excessive pressure in the retention balloon. This {4}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/4/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for Safe Medical Design (SMD). The logo is in a large, bold, sans-serif font. Above the logo, in the upper right corner, is the text "K182635 Page 2 of 3". typically occurs when the retention balloon is constricted and cannot be inflated at the nominal inflation pressure of the catheter. In this case, the signal balloon inflates to alleviate the fluid and resulting pressure in the retention balloon. ## INDICATIONS FOR USE The Signal Catheter™ is indicated for urological bladder drainage, with a maximum patient indwelling time of 29 days. ## COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS SMD believes that the Signal Catheter is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices based on the information summarized here: The subject device has similar dimensions, and uses similar materials as the devices cleared in K172422 and K941488. The subject device has the same intended use and similar technological characteristics (two-way silicone catheter with retention balloon for bladder drainage) to the devices cleared in K172422. The main difference with the devices cleared in K172422 and K941488 is the addition of a non-patient contacting signal balloon in the catheter hub. The signal balloon is designed to alleviate the pressure in the retention balloon when it is constricted and cannot be inflated at the nominal inflation pressure of the catheter. This technological characteristic has undergone testing to ensure that the device is substantially equivalent to the predicates. #### SUMMARY OF NON-CLINICAL TESTING The following tests were performed to demonstrate safety based on current industry standards: Biocompatibility: Patient contacting material was subjected to biocompatibility testing according to the recommendations of ISO 10993-1 Biological evaluation of medical devices --Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process Performance testing: The performance testing of the subject device included dimensional verification, functional and performance testing, and compliance to ASTM F623 Standard Performance Specification for Foley Catheter requirements and EN 1616 Sterile urethral catheters for single use. The results of these tests indicate that the Signal Catheter is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices. ## SUMMARY OF CLINICAL TESTING There was no clinical data submitted in order to demonstrate substantial equivalence. {5}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/5/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for Safe Medical Design (SMD). The logo is in a large, bold, sans-serif font and is colored in a dark blue. Above the logo, the text "K182635 Page 3 of 3" is visible, indicating this is likely a page from a document. ## CONCLUSION Based on the testing performed, including biocompatibility testing, dimensional verification, functional and performance testing, and compliance to ASTM F623 and EN 1616 requirements, it can be concluded that the subject device does not raise new issues of safety or effectiveness compared to the predicate devices. The similar indications for use, technological characteristics, and performance characteristics for the proposed Signal Catheter are assessed to be substantially equivalent to the predicate devices. --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/GU/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/EZL/K182635](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/GU/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/EZL/K182635) **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