CODMAN Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms, other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and arteriovenous fistulae, and is also intended for arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature. The DELTAMAXX Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms, other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and arteriovenous fistulae, and is also intended for arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature. The Fill ORBIT GALAXY G2 Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms, other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and arteriovenous fistulae, and is also intended for arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature. The Xtrasoft ORBIT GALAXY G2 Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms.
Device Story
System comprises microcoil, Device Positioning Unit (DPU), connecting cable, and Detachment Control Box (DCB). Microcoil, made of platinum alloy wire (optionally with polypropylene or absorbable polymer suture), is delivered via infusion catheter. DCB provides energy for thermo-mechanical detachment of coil from DPU. Used in neurovascular and peripheral vascular procedures; operated by clinicians. Packaging modification only; no changes to device function or materials.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including packaging integrity (visual inspection, dye leak, seal strength), shelf-life testing (accelerated and real-time aging), and sterilization validation per ISO 11137:2006.
Technological Characteristics
Platinum alloy microcoil; variable stiffness DPU wire with radiopaque marker. Thermo-mechanical detachment via DCB. Packaging: Nylon/LDPE film pouch. Sterilization: E-Beam radiation (37-42kGy).
Indications for Use
Indicated for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulae, and peripheral arterial/venous embolizations.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A neurovascular embolization device is an intravascular implant intended to permanently occlude blood flow to cerebral aneurysms and cerebral ateriovenous malformations. This does not include cyanoacrylates and other embolic agents, which act by polymerization or precipitation. Embolization devices used in other vascular applications are also not included in this classification, see § 870.3300.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls.) The special control for this device is the FDA guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Vascular and Neurovascular Embolization Devices.” For availability of this guidance document, see § 882.1(e).
Micrus Microcoil Delivery System Long Spherical Coils (K032872)
Micrus Microcoil Delivery System Presidio-18 (K062036)
Micrus Microcoil Delivery System Cerecyte-18 (K053160)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
December 24, 2014
Codman & Shurtleff, Inc. Ms. Hannah Foley Regulatory Affairs Specialist II 325 Paramount Drive Raynham, Massachusetts 02767
Re: K142429
> Trade/Device Name: CODMAN Microcoil Delivery System, DELTAMAXX Microcoil Delivery System, ORBIT GALAXY G2 Microcoil Delivery System, EnPower Control Cable, and Connecting Cable Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5950 Regulation Name: Neurovascular Embolization Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HCG. KRD Dated: December 4, 2014 Received: December 5, 2014
Dear Ms. Hannah Foley.
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. 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 yours.
Carlos L. Pena -S FD/△
Carlos L. Peña, PhD, MS Director Division of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K142429
Device Name CODMAN Microcoil Delivery System DELTAMAXX Microcoil Delivery System ORBIT GALAXY G2 Microcoil Delivery System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
CODMAN Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms, other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and arteriovenous fistulae, and is also intended for arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature.
The DELTAMAXX Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms, other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and is also intended for arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature.
The Fill ORBIT GALAXY G2 Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms, other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and is also intended for arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature.
The Xtrasoft ORBIT GALAXY G2 Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms.
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# 510(k) Summary
- Codman & Shurtleff, Inc. I. Submitter 325 Paramount Drive Raynham, MA 02767
Tel: (305) 265-6810 Fax: (305) 265-6889
Contact Person: Hannah Foley Date Prepared: December 22, 2014
II. Device
| Table 1: Device | |
|---------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Device Proprietary Name | CODMAN® Microcoil Delivery System, DELTAMAXX Microcoil Delivery System, ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery System, EnPower Control Cable (ECB) and Connecting Cable (CCB) |
| Common or Usual Name | Device, Neurovascular Embolization & Device, Vascular, For Promoting Embolization |
| Classification Name | Device, Neurovascular Embolization, Class II, 21 CFR 882.5950 & Device, Vascular, For Promoting Embolization, Class II 21 CFR 870.3300 |
| Regulatory Classification | II |
| Product Codes | HCG, KRD |
#### The corresponding predicate devices that are listed in Table 2 below pertain to the III. Predicate devices being bundled in this submission. Refer to Table 3 for proprietary names of the Device all applicable products.
| Table 2: Prior 510(k) Clearances | | | |
|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Number | Date Cleared | Name | Manufacturer |
| Predicate<br>K082739 | 10/17/2008 | Micrus Microcoil Delivery System<br>(Includes Cables) | Micrus Endovascular<br>Corporation* |
| Predicate<br>K083646 | 01/02/2009 | DELTAPLUSH 10 Stretch-Resistant DPL<br>and DELTAPLUSH 10 Cerecyte CPL<br>(Includes Cables) | Micrus Endovascular<br>Corporation* |
| Predicate<br>K120686 | 04/04/2012 | ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil<br>Delivery System (Includes Cables) | Codman & Shurtleff, Inc. |
| Predicate<br>K120274 | 03/02/2012 | DELTAMAXX 18 Microcoil System<br>(Includes Cables) | Codman & Shurtleff, Inc. |
| Predicate<br>K072173 | 10/05/2007 | Micrus Microcoil System “Cashmere” | Micrus Endovascular<br>Corporation* |
| Predicate<br>K073442 | 02/26/2008 | Micrus Microcoil Delivery System | Micrus Endovascular<br>Corporation* |
| Predicate<br>K032872 | 11/28/2003 | Micrus Microcoil Delivery System Long<br>Spherical Coils | Micrus Endovascular<br>Corporation* |
| Predicate<br>K062036 | 08/25/2006 | Micrus Microcoil Delivery System<br>Presidio-18 | Micrus Endovascular<br>Corporation* |
| Predicate<br>K053160 | 12/07/2005 | Micrus Microcoil Delivery System<br>Cerecyte-18 | Micrus Endovascular<br>Corporation* |
| *On 09/27/10, Micrus Endovascular Corporation was acquired by Johnson & Johnson and now operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary<br>of Codman & Shurtleff, Inc within the Johnson & Johnson family of companies. Medos International SARL (Medos) will be the<br>recognized legal manufacturer and Codman & Shurtleff, Inc. will be the subcontractor appointed by Medos. | | | |
No reference devices were used in this submission.
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The CODMAN® Microcoil Delivery System, DELTAMAXX Microcoil Delivery IV. Device Description System, and ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery System consist of three components, a Microcoil System, a connecting cable, and a Detachment Control Box (DCB). Each component is sold separately. As shown in Figure 1, the Microcoil System consists of an microcoil attached to a Device Positioning Unit (DPU).
Image /page/4/Figure/4 description: The image shows a diagram of a microcoil system. The system includes a hub connector on the left side, followed by a re-sheathing tool, an introducer sheath body, and an introducer sheath tip on the right side. The microcoil is located at the far right of the system. A device positioning unit (DPU) is labeled along the length of the system.
The Microcoil System is packaged in an introducer sheath designed to protect the coil in the packaging dispenser and to provide support for introducing the coil into the infusion catheter. The microcoil is the implantable segment of the device, and is detached from the Device Positioning Unit (DPU) using the Detachment Control System (Detachment Control Box and connecting cable).
- . The microcoil is fabricated from a platinum alloy wire. The wire is wound into a primary coil which may contain either a polypropylene suture (SR) or an absorbable polymer suture (Cerecyte®) and then formed into a secondary shape. The secondary shape may be straight, spherical, complex, or helical. The DPU is a variable stiffness wire and has a radiopaque marker band located three (3) cm from its distal end. The introducer sheath has three main components: an introducer tip, a translucent introducer body, and a re-sheathing tool.
The Detachment Control Box (DCB) provides the energy necessary to allow for a thermo-mechanical detachment of the microcoil from the DPU. The connecting cable delivers the energy necessary to detach the embolic coil from the Microcoil System's detachment zone. The connecting cable is connected between the Microcoil System's hub connector on the DPU and the output connector on the DCB.
- . The detachment control box may be one of two types: the blue EnPower Detachment Control Box or the black Detachment Control Box.
- The connecting cables may be one of two types: one with a remote detach button (the EnPower Control Cable) catalog no. ECB000182-00, or one without a detach button (standard connecting cable) catalog no. CCB00157-00.
- The EnPower Detachment Control Box works with the EnPower Control Cable and with the standard connecting cable. The black Detachment Control Box works only with the standard connecting cable. Both cables and Detachment Control Box are sold separately.
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Table 3 provides a summary of the of the Microcoil Delivery Systems and Cables, IV. Device proprietary names, product model description, product catalog prefix, diameter and length, Description and predicate 510(k) numbers. (Cont.)
| Table 3: CODMAN®, DELTAMAXX, and ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery Systems and Cables | | | |
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| Proprietary Names / Product Model Description | Product<br>Catalog<br>Prefix | Diameter (mm) x<br>Length (cm)<br>Ranges | 510(k)<br>No. |
| CODMAN® Microcoil Delivery System: | | | |
| MICRUSPHERE 10 Platinum Coil | SPH10 | 2-10mm x 2.5-30cm | K082739 |
| MICRUSPHERE 18 Platinum Coil | SPH18 | 2-19mm x 2.5-30cm | K082739 |
| HELIPAQ 10 Platinum Coil | HEL10 | 2-10mm x 2-30cm | K082739 |
| HELIPAQ 18 Platinum Coil | HEL18 | 2-20mm x 4-30cm | K082739 |
| INTERPAQ Straight 10 Platinum Coil | STR10 | 2-6mm x 4-30cm | K082739 |
| ULTIPAQ 10 Stretch Resistant Coil | FSR10 | 2-4mm x 1-8cm | K082739 |
| HELIPAQ 10 Stretch Resistant Coil | HSR10 | 2-10mm x 1-30cm | K082739 |
| CASHMERE 14 Stretch Resistant Coil | SRC14 | 2-12mm x 2.5-30cm | K072173 |
| MICRUSPHERE XL 10 Stretch Resistance Coil | SSR10 | 2-8mm x 2.5-25mm | K073442,<br>K032872 |
| MICRUSPHERE XL 18 Stretch Resistance Coil | SSR18 | 8-18mm x 25-40cm | K073442,<br>K062036,<br>K053160 |
| DELTAPAQ 10 Stretch Resistant Coil | DFS10 | 1.5-10mm x 1-25cm | K082739 |
| DELTAPLUSH 10 Stretch Resistant Coil | DPL10 | 1.5-4mm x 1-8cm | K083646 |
| PRESIDIO 10 Platinum Coil | PP410 | 4-8mm x 11.5-29cm | K082739 |
| DELTAMAXX 18 Stretch Resistant Coil | DMX18 | 3-24mm x 12-60cm | K120274 |
| ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Stretch Resistant Complex Coil Fill | 641CF | 2-20mm x 1.5-30cm | K120686 |
| ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Stretch Resistant Complex Coil XTRASOFT | 641CX | 2-6mm x 1.5-20cm | K120686 |
| ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Stretch Resistant Helical Coil XTRASOFT | 641HX | 2mm x 1.5-8cm | K120686 |
| EnPower Control Cable (Microcoil Delivery Systems' Cable) | ECB | 5-6ft | K082739,<br>K083646,<br>K120686,<br>K120274 |
| Connecting Cable (Microcoil Delivery Systems' Cable) | CCB | 5-6ft | K082739,<br>K083646,<br>K120686,<br>K120274 |
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CODMAN® Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of V. Indications intracranial aneurysms, other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous for Use malformations and arteriovenous fistulae, and is also intended for arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature.
> The DELTAMAXX Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms, other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and arteriovenous fistulae, and is also intended for arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature.
> The Fill ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms, other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and arteriovenous fistulae, and is also intended for arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature.
> The Xtrasoft ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery System is intended for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms.
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VI. Comparison of Technological Characteristics With Predicate Device
There are no new technological characteristics being introduced with the proposed packaging change to the CODMAN®, DELTAMAXX, ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery Systems and Cables. The CODMAN®, DELTAMAXX, ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery Systems and Cables were shown to be substantially equivalent to the predicate devices through comparison of indications for use, function, operating principle, bench testing, sterilization, biocompatibility, and materials.
The modifications proposed in this submission are for packaging only. Therefore the summary table provided below is a comparison of technological characteristics focused on the CODMAN®, DELTAMAXX, ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery Systems and Cables' packaging.
| Table 4: Product Packaging Comparison Information | | |
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| Characteristics | Predicate Devices: CODMAN® Microcoil Delivery System (K082739, K073442, K072173, K083646) DELTAMAXX Microcoil Delivery System (K120274) ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery System (K120686) | This Submission: CODMAN® Microcoil Delivery System DELTAMAXX Microcoil Delivery System ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery System |
| | Dimensions | |
| Pouch Size | 11" x 10" | 14" x 10" |
| Carton Size | 10.125" x 11" x 0.703" | Same as Predicates |
| Dispenser Hoop | Length: 260cm & Diameter: 8.75" | Same as Predicates |
| | Material | |
| Pouch Material | TPF-0521 PET/adhesive/LDPE/w/heat seal coating sealed to TPF-0501A PET/ LDPE | TPS-4050 Nylon/LDPE Film w/ heat seal coating sealed to TPS-4050 Nylon/LDPE Film |
| Dispenser Hoop Material | Tubing: Medical Grade Polyethylene Clip: Medical Grade MDPE | Same as Predicates |
| EnPower Control(ECB)/Connecting (CCB) Cable Mounting Card Material | 0.024" Clay Coated Solid Bleached Sulfate | Same as Predicates |
| Carton Material | 0.024" Clay Coated Solid Bleached Sulfate | Same as Predicates |
| | Source | |
| Pouch Vendor | Tolas Health Care Packaging | Same as Predicates |
| Carton Vendor | Royal Paper Box &Constellation Anderson DDB Health & Lifestyles | Same as Predicates |
| Dispenser Hoops | Contech Packaging, Inc. | Same as Predicates |
| | Pouch Sealing Method | |
| Sealer | Sencorp Model 12-PV/2 | Same as Predicates |
| | Sterilization | |
| Sterilization Method | E-Beam Radiation | Same as Predicates |
| Microcoil Delivery Systems' Target Surface Dose | 37kGy | Same as Predicates |
| EnPower Control (ECB) / Connecting (CCB) Cables Target Surface Dose | 42kGy | Same as Predicates |
| | Shelf-Life | |
| Microcoil Delivery Systems' Product Shelf Life | 5 years | Same as Predicates |
| EnPower Control (ECB) / Connecting (CCB) Cables Product Shelf Life | 3 years | Same as Predicate |
| Note: The EnPower Control (ECB) and Connecting (CCB) Cables are part of all Microcoil Delivery Systems Listed. | | |
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There were no changes made that affect the CODMAN®, DELTAMAXX, VII. Performance ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery Systems and Cables' intended use, operational principle, design principle, product materials, manufacturing or Data sterilization processes. The modifications proposed in this submission are for the packaging only. Therefore, design verification and validation of the product was
> Verification and validation activities were focused on demonstrating package integrity of the proposed pouches. Appropriate testing was identified based on a review of the products' risk analyses and previous use of the Nylon/LDPE Film pouch. Testing was conducted as appropriate for the inclusion of the proposed pouches based on current standards, and all testing was performed on final sterile product, unless otherwise specified. The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination.
#### Packaging Integrity Testing
not warranted.
Packaging Integrity testing demonstrated that the sterile barrier system of the proposed pouch maintains packaging integrity after exposure to sterilization, simulated handling and distribution. The validation also demonstrates that the packaging design and materials are acceptable for the CODMAN®, DELTAMAXX, ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoils Delivery System. The following tests were performed:
- . Visual Inspection
- . Dye Leak
- Seal Strength
- . Product Functional Testing on EnPower Control Cable
Characterization Testing: Moisture and Humidity Creep
#### Sterile Pouch Shelf-Life Testing
Pouch Shelf Life visual inspection demonstrated that the proposed pouch's integrity was maintained. The inspected seals were complete and uniform throughout the entire seal area of the proposed pouch for each time interval (Accelerated Aging: time-zero, 1yr, 3yr, 5yr, 10yr) (Real-Time Aging: time-zero, 1 yr, 3 yr) in the sterilized test groups. There were no detected negative trends in seal strength. These results demonstrate that the seals maintain their strength over time. Testing confirmed that the device will remain sterile through the proposed shelf life and integrity of its packaging are not compromised during transportation and distribution. The following tests were performed:
- Visual Inspection
- . Seal Strength
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- . In vitro Cytotoxicity
### Sterilization
Sterilization method validation in accordance with ISO 11137: 2006. Only the material and size of the pouch are changing. There are no changes to the product. All of the bioburden related test results met the acceptance criteria for the representative products as packaged in the new pouch, and the full shipper weights and densities remain within the acceptable dose mapped results. Therefore, the packaging change to the CODMAN®, DELTAMAXX, ORBIT GAXALY® G2 Microcoil Delivery Systems, EnPower Control and Connecting Cables are considered acceptable. The following tests were performed:
- Bioburden measurement
- Identification of top three organisms
- Bacteriostasis/Fungistasis (B/F)
- Bioburden recovery study (Extraction efficiency) .
#### Animal Testing
No animal studies were required as appropriate verification and validation of the packaging modifications were achieved based on the similarities of the proposed device to the predicate device, and from results of bench testing.
#### Summary of Clinical Testing
No clinical studies were required as appropriate verification and validation of the packaging modifications were achieved based on the similarities of the proposed device to the predicate device, and from results of bench testing.
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Based upon the design, materials, function, intended use, and the non-clinical VIII. Conclusion testing performed by Codman, it is concluded that the proposed packaging for CODMAN®, DELTAMAXX, ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery Systems and Cables is substantially equivalent to the currently marketed CODMAN®, DELTAMAXX, ORBIT GALAXY® G2 Microcoil Delivery Systems and Cables and therefore, does not raise any new questions of safety and effectiveness.
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Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.