← Product Code [LJT](/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/LJT) · K031844 # VAXCEL WITH PASV PORT (LOW PROFILE), MODELS 45-236 AND 45-238 (K031844) _Boston Scientific Corp · LJT · Jul 15, 2003 · General Hospital · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/LJT/K031844 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Boston Scientific Corp - **Product Code:** [LJT](/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/LJT.md) - **Decision Date:** Jul 15, 2003 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Special - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 880.5965 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** General Hospital - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use The Vaxcel™ w/ PASV® Port device is intended for use in patients who require long-term access to the central venous system for administration of fluids including but not limited to hydration fluids, antibiotics, chemotherapy, analgesics, nutritional therapy, and blood products. The device is also indicated for blood specimen withdrawal. ## Device Story Implantable subcutaneous port and catheter system providing long-term central venous access. Used for infusion of fluids/medications and blood withdrawal. Available in standard and mini configurations; constructed from titanium or polysulfone. Device implanted by clinicians; provides access point for venous therapy. Benefits include reliable, repeated access to central circulation for chronic therapy patients. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993. ## Technological Characteristics Implantable subcutaneous port and catheter. Materials: Titanium or Polysulfone. Biocompatibility tested per ISO 10993. Mechanical device; no energy source or software. ## Regulatory Identification A subcutaneous, implanted, intravascular infusion port and catheter is a device that consists of a subcutaneous, implanted reservoir that connects to a long-term intravascular catheter. The device allows for repeated access to the vascular system for the infusion of fluids and medications and the sampling of blood. The device consists of a portal body with a resealable septum and outlet made of metal, plastic, or combination of these materials and a long-term intravascular catheter is either preattached to the port or attached to the port at the time of device placement. The device is available in various profiles and sizes and can be of a single or multiple lumen design. ## Special Controls *Classification.* Class II (special controls) Guidance Document: “Guidance on 510(k) Submissions for Implanted Infusion Ports,” FDA October 1990. ## Predicate Devices - Vaxcel™ with PASV Port ([K030083](/device/K030083.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}------------------------------------------------ C > / 8 4 ## JUL 15 2003 Special 510(k) Vaxcel™ with PASV® Port June 13, 2003 ## Summary of Safety and Effectiveness | General
Provisions | Trade Name: Vaxcel™ with PASV® implantable port system
Classification Name: Implanted Subcutaneous Port and Catheter, 80 LJT | |-------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Name of
Predicate
Devices | Vaxcel™ with PASV Port (K030083) | | Classification | Class II | | Performance
Standards | Performance Standards have not been established by FDA under Section 514 of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act | | Intended Use
and Device
Description | The Vaxcel™ w/ PASV® Port device is intended for use in patients who require long-term access to the central venous system for administration of fluids including but not limited to hydration fluids, antibiotics, chemotherapy, analgesics, nutritional therapy, and blood products. The device is also indicated for blood specimen withdrawal. The device is available in standard and mini port configurations made of either Titanium or Polysulfone materials. | | Biocompatibility | The Vaxcel™ with PASV® implantable port system have been tested for biocompatibility per ISO 10993. All data demonstrate this device is biocompatible for its intended use. | | Summary of
Substantial
Equivalence | The Vaxcel™ with PASV® implantable port system have been tested and compared to the predicate device. All data gathered demonstrate this device as substantially equivalent. No new issues of safety or efficacy have been raised. | : {1}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/1/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The logo is circular and contains the words "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - USA" around the perimeter. Inside the circle is a stylized symbol consisting of three curved lines that resemble a human figure. Public Health Service JUL 15 2003 Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 Ms. Jodi Lynn Greenizen Regulatory Affairs Project Manager One Boston Scientific Place Natick, Massachusetts 01760 -1536 Re: K031844 Trade/Device Name: Vaxcel™ with PASV® Implantable Port System Regulation Number: 880.5965 Regulation Name: Subcutaneous, Implanted, Intravascular Infusion Port and Catheter. Regulatory Class: LJT Product Code: II Dated: June 13, 2003 Received: June 16, 2003 Dear: Ms. Greenizen 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. {2}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 - Ms. Greenizen 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 (OS) 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 vour 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) 594-4618. 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, Susan Runne Susan Runner, DDDS, MA Interim Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation ' Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3}------------------------------------------------ ## Indications For Use | 510(k) Number (if known) | Unknown 031844 | |--------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Device Name: | Vaxcel™ with PASV® implantable port system | | Indications for Use | The Vaxcel™ w/ PASV® Port device is intended for use in patients who require long-term access to the central venous system for administration of fluids including but not limited to hydration fluids, antibiotics, chemotherapy, analgesics, nutritional therapy, and blood products. The device is also indicated for blood specimen withdrawal. | (Division Sign-Off) Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control, Dental Devices 510(k) Number ._______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 844 (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE – CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Prescription Use_ (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR Over-The Counter Use (Optional Format 1-2-96) ﻧ --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/LJT/K031844](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/LJT/K031844) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. 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