K042431 · Incontinent Control Devices, Inc. · KNT · May 27, 2005 · Gastroenterology, Urology
Device Facts
Record ID
K042431
Device Name
PROCON2
Applicant
Incontinent Control Devices, Inc.
Product Code
KNT · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date
May 27, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 876.5980
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Procon 2 is a single use catheter with an inflatable balloon cuff intended to act as a barrier to the passage of fecal matter through the rectum. Procon2 is for an individual with fecal incontinence that has impaired quality of life, is sufficiently motivated psychologically to participate in their own treatment, and having good manual dexterity is an ideal candidate. He or she is either not a surgical candidate or has not responded to conservative treatment.
Device Story
Procon2 is a single-use rectal silicone catheter featuring an inflatable balloon cuff. It functions as a mechanical barrier to prevent the unintended passage of fecal matter. The device is intended for self-insertion by patients with fecal incontinence who possess sufficient manual dexterity and psychological motivation. Unlike its predicate, Procon2 contains no electronic circuitry, sensors, or alarms; it relies on rectal tactile response or predetermined timing to remind the user when to evacuate. The balloon cuff is inflated with 25cc of water to maintain the barrier. By preventing fecal leakage, the device aims to restore quality of life and prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical data provided. Evidence relies on clinical trials of the predicate device conducted at the Cleveland Clinic Florida, which established the efficacy of the mechanical balloon barrier in preventing fecal accidents even when electronic alarms were disabled.
Technological Characteristics
Single-use rectal catheter; 18Fr silicone construction; inflatable balloon cuff (25cc water capacity). Passive device; no electrical circuitry, sensors, or software. Manual insertion.
Indications for Use
Indicated for individuals with fecal incontinence, impaired quality of life, and good manual dexterity who are not surgical candidates or have failed conservative treatment.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A gastrointestinal tube and accessories is a device that consists of flexible or semi-rigid tubing used for instilling fluids into, withdrawing fluids from, splinting, or suppressing bleeding of the alimentary tract. This device may incorporate an integral inflatable balloon for retention or hemostasis. This generic type of device includes the hemostatic bag, irrigation and aspiration catheter (gastric, colonic, etc.), rectal catheter, sterile infant gavage set, gastrointestinal string and tubes to locate internal bleeding, double lumen tube for intestinal decompression or intubation, feeding tube, gastroenterostomy tube, Levine tube, nasogastric tube, single lumen tube with mercury weight balloon for intestinal intubation or decompression, and gastro-urological irrigation tray (for gastrological use).
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls). The barium enema retention catheter and tip with or without a bag that is a gastrointestinal tube and accessory or a gastronomy tube holder accessory is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 876.9.(2) Class I (general controls) for the dissolvable nasogastric feed tube guide for the nasogastric tube. The class I device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 876.9.
Predicate Devices
Procon (K8642218)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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INCONTINENT CONTROL DEVICES, INC. 2727 Bens Branch Drive, Suite 1402, Kingwood, Texas 77339
MAY 2 7 2005
Ref: K042431
## 510(k) Summary
prepared: 09/30/04
Submitted by: Nyle Elliott Incontinent Control Devices, Inc. 2727 Bens Branch Drive, Ste, 1302 Kingwood, Texas 77339 Phone: 281-360-4638 Fax: 281-360-4638 nyc1939@carthlink.net Contact person: Nyle Elliott
Trade name of device: Procon2 Common name: Rectal Plug Classification: Gastrointestinal Tube & Accessories #876.5980
Incontinent Control Devices, Inc. is claiming equivalence of Procon2 to Procon. a class II Mcdical Device. K8642218 issued 01/12/1987
Description of Procon2: A single use rectal silicone catheter with a water filled cuff acting as a barrier to the unintended passage of feces through the rectum.
Intended use for Procon2: ProCon2 is a single use catheter with an inflatable balloon cuff intended to act as a barrier to the passage of fecal matter through the recturn. The device is intended for patients with significant fecal incontinence who are either not surgical candidates or have not responded to prior conservative and surgical treatment. The device is intended for selfinsertion after a thorough demonstration of its use.
Purposes and functions of Procon2: 1. To provide a rectal barrier to the discharge of fecal matter. 2. To help prevent the spread of infectious diseases, and 3. To restore a better quality of life for the users.
Technological characteristics of Predicate device: ( Device number K8642218 issued 01/12/1987) A single use rectal balloon cuff, 16Fr Latex, Foley Catheler with a photo-sensor alarm, and an air-filled cuff acting as a barrier to the unintended passage of feces.
Technological characteristics of Procon2: A single use rectal balloon cuff, 18Fr. Silicone, Foley catheter (without a conventional electronic alarm) acting as a barrier to the unintended passage of feces.
Procon2
Ref: K042431
510(k) Summary
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Technological characteristics of Procon2 compared to a legally marketed devic are cluiming equivalence:
Predicate Device: Uses software Procon2: No software required
Predicate Device: Has low current circuitry using electrical conduit to a distal infrared sensor. Procun2: I las no clectrical circuitry or sensor tio.
Predicate Device: Utilizes infrared photo-transducer to detect presence of fecal matter. Procob 2: Uses rectal tactile response or predetermined lime to remind user when to evacualc.
Predicate Device: Uses a balloon cuff filled with 25cc of air Procon2: Uses a balloon cuff filled with 25cc of water.
And States of Article Career States
Predicate Device: Provides a balloon barrier, sensor and alan Procon2: Provides a balloon barrier only,
Predicate Device: Catheter material is Latcx Procon2: Catheter material is Silicone,
## Summary of Clinical Performance Data:
Ref: K042431
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Patient acceptance trials of the Predicate Device conducted at the Cleveland Clinic Florida, under the direction of the Chairman, Dept. of Colorcetal Surgery, S.D. Wexner M.D., F.A.C.S., F.R.C.S., F.R.C.S.Ed., F.A.S.C.R.S., F.A.C.G., determined the efficacy of the Predicate Device as a "mechanical barrier" to the impending passage of feces.
The medical text, Diamosis and Treatment of Fecal Incontinence (2000) Giovanni Romano, P. a. Lehur. E. Weiss (eds), ISBN: 192864919X. Publisher: Idelson-Gnocchi Ltd. Publishing provides a summary of Dr. Wexner's findings:
"The ProCon Incontinence Device: A new Ontion for the Treatment of Symptoms of Fecal Incontinence" by Dr. Paolo Giamundo, S.D. Wexner states the following:
"The mechanical barrier component, however, cannot be underestimated even when patients voluntarily turned off the alarm, with the catheter still in position, very few experienced episodes of focal accidents or major Icakage."
510(k) Summary
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## MAY 2 7 2005
Mr. Nyle Elliot Director of Product R & D Incontinent Control Devices, Inc. 2727 Bens Branch Drive, Suite 1302 KINGWOOD TX 77339
Re: K042431
Trade/Device Name: Procon 2 Regulation Number: 21 CFR §876.5980 Regulation Name: Gastrointestinal tube and accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KNT Dated: April 12, 2005 Received: April 13, 2004
Dear Mr. Elliot:
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 do increative appeal controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include reguirements 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 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 I DA nas made a addressions administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the I odors starse are are as a so Act 3 requirements, morating practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
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Nancy C. Brogdon
Nancy C. Brogdon Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): K04243 I
Procon 2 Devicc Name:
Indications for Use:
Procon 2 is a single use catheter with an inflatable balloon cuff intended to act as a barrier to the passage of fecal matter through the rectum.
Procon2 is for an individual with fecal incontinence that has impaired quality of life, is sufficiently motivated psychologically to participate in their own treatment, and having good manual dexterity is an ideal candidate. He or she is either not a surgical candidate or has not responded to conservative treatment.
Prescription Use
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Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Liveluation (ODE
510(k) Number
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