Numen Coil Embolization System; NumenFR Detachment System
Applicant
MicroPort NeuroTech (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Product Code
HCG · Neurology
Decision Date
Sep 1, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 882.5950
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Numen™ Coil Embolization System is intended to endovascularly obstruct or occlude blood flow in vascular abnormalities of the neurovascular and peripheral vessels. Numen™ Coil Embolization System is indicated for endovascular embolization of: - Intracranial aneurysms - Other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and arteriovenous fistulae - Arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature NumenFR™ Detachment System is intended for use with MicroPort NeuroTech Numen™ Coil Embolization System in the embolization of intracranial aneurysms and other vascular abnormalities of the neuro and peripheral vasculature.
Device Story
Numen Coil Embolization System consists of introducer sheath, pusher, and coil implant; used for endovascular occlusion of vascular abnormalities. NumenFR Detachment System is a sterile, handheld, battery-powered device used to trigger electrolytic detachment of the coil implant. Operated by physician in clinical setting. Coil delivery involves advancing pusher through microcatheter to target lesion; once positioned, NumenFR unit is connected to pusher; pressing detachment button initiates electrolytic process to release coil. System provides permanent occlusion of blood flow to treat aneurysms/malformations. Benefits include minimally invasive treatment of neurovascular/peripheral vascular abnormalities.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Evidence consists of bench testing (visual inspection, dimensional verification, simulated use, fatigue, detachment reliability, friction force, kink resistance, torque strength, radiopacity, particulate testing, coil deformation, tensile strength, corrosion resistance per ASTM F2129, MR compatibility per ASTM F2119/F2213/F2052), sterilization validation, and GLP animal study (canine model) to evaluate in vivo performance. Biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993 series (cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation, acute toxicity, pyrogenicity, hemocompatibility, genotoxicity, implantation, subchronic toxicity).
Technological Characteristics
Coil: Pt (92%)/W (8%) wire, polypropylene stretch-resistant thread. Pusher: SS 304 hypotube. Introducer: HDPE. Detachment: Electrolytic, powered by two 1.5V AAAA alkaline batteries. Max output 28V DC, 1.8mA. Sterile, single-use, EtO sterilized. MR conditional.
Indications for Use
Indicated for endovascular embolization of intracranial aneurysms, other neurovascular abnormalities (arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulae), and arterial/venous embolizations in peripheral vasculature.
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).
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September 1, 2021
MicroPort NeuroTech (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. % Ivory Chang Regulatory Consultant BioDesign Regulatory Services, LLC 16185 Los Gatos Boulevard, Suite 205 Los Gatos, California 95032
Re: K203625
Trade/Device Name: Numen Coil Embolization System: NumenFR Detachment System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5950 Regulation Name: Neurovascular Embolization Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HCG. KRD Dated: July 30, 2021 Received: August 2, 2021
Dear Ivory Chang:
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,
Naira Muradyan, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT5A: Division of Neurosurgical, Neurointerventional and Neurodiagnostic Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K203625
Device Name Numen™ Coil Embolization System NumenFR™ Detachment System
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
Numen™ Coil Embolization System is intended to endovascularly obstruct or occlude blood flow in vascular abnormalities of the neurovascular and peripheral vessels.
Numen™ Coil Embolization System is indicated for endovascular embolization of:
- Intracranial aneurysms
- Other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and arteriovenous fistulae
- Arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature
NumenFR™ Detachment System is intended for use with MicroPort NeuroTech Numen™ Coil Embolization System in the embolization of intracranial aneurysms and other vascular abnormalities of the neuro and peripheral vasculature.
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)
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# 510(k) Summary
## Subject Device:
## Numen™ Coil Embolization System
NumenFRTM Detachment System
This 510(k) summary is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR §807.92.
| Submitter Name and<br>Address | MicroPort NeuroTech (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.<br>Building #16, 222 Guangdan Road, Pudong New District,<br>201318 Shanghai, China |
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| Contact Person | Name: Qiuhua Zou<br>Phone Number: +86-21-38954600 ext. 3959 |
| Date Prepared | August 25, 2021 |
| Trade Name | Numen™ Coil Embolization System<br>NumenFR™ Detachment System |
| Common Name | Detachable Coil, Power Supply |
| Classification Name | Neurovascular Embolization Device (HCG);<br>Device, Vascular, for Promoting Embolization (KRD) |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 882.5950 (HCG); 21 CFR 870.3300 (KRD) |
| Product Code(s) | HCG, KRD |
| Classification | II |
| Review Panel | Neurology (HCG); Cardiovascular (KRD) |
| Use | Prescription Use Only |
| Legally Marketed<br>Predicate Devices | Predicate devices:<br>Target® Detachable Coils (K161429), InZone Detachment<br>System (K160096)<br><br>Reference devices:<br>Axium™ Detachable Coil System, K151447<br>Penumbra Smart Coil, K143218<br>Microplex Coil System, K132952 |
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### 1. Device Description
MicroPort NeuroTech has developed the Numen™ Coil Embolization System and NumenFRTM Detachment System.
The Numen™ Coil Embolization System is designed to be used in conjunction with the NumenFRTM Detachment System (sold separately) for endovascular embolization of vascular abnormalities described in the intended use.
The Numen™ Coil Embolization System is composed of two parts as described below:
- . An introducer sheath: The function of the introducer sheath is to facilitate introduction of the coil into the microcatheter.
- . The coil system: The coil system is composed of a pusher and coil implant. The coil is a permanent implant intended to occlude blood flow in vascular abnormalities. The pusher is used to deliver the coil implant to the target lesion.
The MicroPort NeuroTech NumenFRTM Detachment System is a sterile, handheld, single-patient use device designed for use with MicroPort NeuroTech Numen™ Coil Embolization System. The device is operated by two pre-loaded batteries.
### 2. Intended Use/ Indications for Use
Numen™ Coil Embolization System is intended to endovascularly obstruct or occlude blood flow in vascular abnormalities of the neurovascular and peripheral vessels.
Numen™ Coil Embolization System is indicated for endovascular embolization of:
- . Intracranial aneurysms
- Other neurovascular abnormalities such as arteriovenous malformations and ● arteriovenous fistulae
- . Arterial and venous embolizations in the peripheral vasculature
NumenFRTM Detachment System is intended for use with MicroPort NeuroTech Numen™ Coil Embolization System in the embolization of intracranial aneurysms and other vascular abnormalities of the neuro and peripheral vasculature.
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#### 3. Comparison of the Subject Device to the Predicate Devices
### Comparison for Numen™ Coil Embolization System
The subject device Numen™ Coil Embolization System is substantially equivalent to the commercially available predicate device, Target® Detachable Coils (K161429) in terms of intended use/indications for use and technical characteristics.
The Numen™ Coil Embolization System has the same intended use/indications for use (endovascular embolization and occlusion of blood flow) as the Target® Detachable Coils.
The following table compares the main characteristics of the subject device NumenTM Coil Embolization System to the predicate device:
| Characteristics | Target® Detachable Coils (K161429),<br>(Predicate device) | Numen™ Coil Embolization<br>System (K203625),<br>(Subject device) | Similarities/<br>Differences |
|-------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------|
| 510(k) Number | K161429 | K203625 | N/A |
| Manufacturer | Stryker Neurovascular | MicroPort NeuroTech (Shanghai)<br>Co., Ltd. | N/A |
| Device<br>Classification | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Regulation<br>Number and<br>Regulation<br>Description | 21 CFR § 870.3300<br>Device, Vascular, for Promoting<br>Embolization<br>21 CFR § 882.5950<br>Neurovascular embolization device | 21 CFR § 870.3300<br>Device, Vascular, for Promoting<br>Embolization<br>21 CFR § 882.5950<br>Neurovascular embolization device | Same |
| Classification<br>Product Code | KRD<br>HCG | KRD<br>HCG | Same |
| Intended<br>Use/Indications for<br>Use | Target Detachable Coils are intended to<br>endovascularly obstruct or occlude blood<br>flow in vascular abnormalities of the<br>neurovascular and peripheral vessels.<br>Target Detachable Coils are indicated<br>for endovascular embolization of:<br>• Intracranial aneurysms<br>• Other neurovascular abnormalities such<br>as arteriovenous malformations and<br>arteriovenous fistulae<br>• Arterial and venous embolizations in<br>the peripheral vasculature | Numen™ Coil Embolization System<br>is intended to endovascularly obstruct<br>or occlude blood flow in vascular<br>abnormalities of the neurovascular<br>and peripheral vessels.<br>Numen™ Coil Embolization System<br>is indicated for endovascular<br>embolization of:<br>• Intracranial aneurysms<br>• Other neurovascular abnormalities<br>such as arteriovenous<br>malformations and arteriovenous<br>fistulae<br>• Arterial and venous embolizations<br>in the peripheral vasculature | Same |
| | Dimension/Shape of Coil Embolization System | | |
| Secondary Shape | 3D, Helical | 3D, Helical | Same |
| Coil Type | Stretch Resistance | Stretch Resistance | Same |
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| Characteristics | Target® Detachable Coils (K161429),<br>(Predicate device) | Numen™ Coil Embolization<br>System (K203625),<br>(Subject device) | Similarities/<br>Differences |
|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------|
| Coil Secondary<br>Diameter | 1-24 mm | 1-24 mm | Same |
| Coil Length | 1-50 cm | 1-70 cm | Longer length |
| Pusher length | 185 cm | 183.5 cm | Similar |
| Material of Coil Embolization System | | | |
| Primary Coil wire | Pt (92%) / W (8%) | Pt (92%) / W (8%) | Same |
| Stretch Resistant<br>Thread | Polypropylene | Polypropylene | Same |
| Pusher (Body<br>Hypotube) | SS 304 | SS 304 | Same |
| Introducer Sheath | HDPE | HDPE | Same |
| Other | | | |
| Detachment<br>mechanism | Electrolytic | Electrolytic | Same |
| How Supplied | Sterile, for single use only | Sterile, for single use only | Same |
| Sterilization<br>Method | Ethylene Oxide | Ethylene Oxide | Same |
The reference devices listed below are used in the verification testing of the Numen™ Coil Embolization System.
- K151447 (Axium Detachable Coil System) r
- K143218 (Penumbra Smart Coil) ▼
- K132952 (Microplex Coil System) レ
See the following table for the comparison between the subject device and reference devices:
| | Subject device | Reference device #1 | Reference device #2 | Reference device #3 | |
|-------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------|
| Characteristics | NumenTM Coil<br>Embolization System<br>(K203625) | AxiumTM Detachable<br>Coil System (K151447) | Penumbra Smart<br>CoilTM (K143218) | MicroPlex Coil<br>System (K132952) | Comparison<br>Results |
| 510(k) Number | K203625 | K151447 | K143218 | K132952 | N/A |
| Manufacturer | MicroPort NeuroTech<br>(Shanghai) Co., Ltd. | Micro Therapeutics,<br>Inc. d/b/a ev3<br>Neurovascular | Penumbra, Inc. | Microvention, Inc | N/A |
| Device<br>Classification | Class II | Class II | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Regulation<br>Number and<br>Regulation<br>Description | 21 CFR § 870.3300<br>Device, Vascular, for<br>Promoting Embolization<br>21 CFR § 882.5950<br>Neurovascular<br>embolization device | 21 CFR § 870.3300<br>Device, Vascular, for<br>Promoting<br>Embolization<br>21 CFR § 882.5950<br>Neurovascular<br>embolization device | 21 CFR § 870.3300<br>Device, Vascular, for<br>Promoting<br>Embolization<br>21 CFR § 882.5950<br>Neurovascular<br>embolization device | 21 CFR § 870.3300<br>Device, Vascular, for<br>Promoting<br>Embolization<br>21 CFR § 882.5950<br>Neurovascular<br>embolization device | Same |
| Classification<br>Product Code | KRD<br>HCG | KRD<br>HCG | KRD<br>HCG | KRD<br>HCG | Same |
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| | Subject device | Reference device #1 | Reference device #2 | Reference device #3 | |
|-----------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------|
| Characteristics | Numen™ Coil<br>Embolization System<br>(K203625) | Axium™ Detachable<br>Coil System (K151447) | Penumbra Smart<br>Coil™ (K143218) | MicroPlex Coil<br>System (K132952) | Comparison<br>Results |
| Intended<br>Use/Indication<br>s for Use | Numen™ Coil<br>Embolization System is<br>intended to<br>endovascularly obstruct or<br>occlude blood flow in<br>vascular abnormalities of<br>the neurovascular and<br>peripheral vessels.<br>Numen™ Coil<br>Embolization System is<br>indicated for endovascular<br>embolization of:<br>• Intracranial aneurysms<br>• Other neurovascular<br>abnormalities such as<br>arteriovenous<br>malformations and<br>arteriovenous fistulae<br>• Arterial and venous<br>embolizations in the<br>peripheral vasculature | The Axium Detachable<br>Coil System is indicated<br>for the endovascular<br>embolization of<br>intracranial aneurysms<br>and other neurovascular<br>abnormalities, such as<br>arteriovenous<br>malformations and<br>arteriovenous fistulae.<br>The Axium Detachable<br>Coils are also indicated<br>for arterial and venous<br>embolizations in the<br>peripheral vasculature. | The Penumbra Smart<br>Coil System is indicated<br>for the embolization of:<br>· Intracranial<br>aneurysms<br>• Other neurovascular<br>abnormalities such as<br>arteriovenous<br>malformations and<br>arteriovenous fistulae<br>• Arterial and venous<br>embolizations in the<br>peripheral vasculature | Intended for the<br>endovascular<br>embolization of<br>intracranial aneurysms<br>and other<br>neurovascular<br>abnormalities such as<br>arteriovenous<br>malformations and<br>arteriovenous fistulae.<br>Also intended for<br>vascular occlusion of<br>blood vessels within<br>the neurovascular<br>system to permanently<br>obstruct blood flow to<br>an aneurysm or other<br>vascular malformation<br>and for arterial and<br>venous embolizations<br>in the peripheral<br>vasculature. | Similar |
| Coil Secondary<br>Diameter | 1-24 mm | 1-25 mm | 1-18 mm | 1-24 mm | Similar |
| Coil Length | 1-70 cm | 1-50 cm | 1-60 cm | 1-68 cm | Similar |
# Comparison for NumenFR™ Detachment System
The subject device NumenFR™ Detachment System is substantially equivalent to the commercially available predicate device, the InZone Detachment System (K160096) in terms of intended use/indications for use, technical characteristics, and functional performance.
The intended use/indications for use of the NumenFRTM Detachment System are the same as that of the InZone Detachment System.
The following table compares the main characteristics of the subject device NumenFRTM Detachment System to the predicate device:
| Characteristics | InZone Detachment System<br>(K160096), (Predicate device) | NumenFR TM Detachment System<br>(K203625), (Subject device) | Similarities/<br>Differences |
|-------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------|
| <b>510(k) Number</b> | K160096 | K203625 | N/A |
| <b>Manufacturer</b> | Stryker Neurovascular | MicroPort NeuroTech (Shanghai)<br>Co., Ltd. | N/A |
| Characteristics | InZone Detachment System<br>(K160096), (Predicate device) | NumenFRTM Detachment System<br>(K203625), (Subject device) | Similarities/<br>Differences |
| Device<br>Classification | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Regulation<br>Number and<br>Regulation<br>Description | 21 CFR § 870.3300<br>Device, Vascular, for Promoting<br>Embolization<br>21 CFR § 882.5950<br>Neurovascular embolization device | 21 CFR § 870.3300<br>Device, Vascular, for Promoting<br>Embolization<br>21 CFR § 882.5950<br>Neurovascular embolization device | Same |
| Classification<br>Product Code | KRD<br>HCG | KRD<br>HCG | Same |
| Intended<br>Use/Indications for<br>Use | The InZone Detachment System is<br>intended for use with all versions of<br>Stryker Neurovascular detachable coils in<br>the embolization of intracranial<br>aneurysms and other vascular<br>malformations of the neuro and peripheral<br>vasculature. | NumenFRTM Detachment System<br>is intended for use with MicroPort<br>NeuroTech NumenTM Coil<br>Embolization System in the<br>embolization of intracranial<br>aneurysms and other vascular<br>abnormalities of the neuro and<br>peripheral vasculature. | Same |
| Dimension | 140.0 mm x 58.0 mm x 28.0 mm | 140.0 mm × 45.0 mm × 28.0 mm | Similar |
| Weight | 80 g | 65.0g - 75.0g | Similar |
| Key Characteristic | Sterile, hand-held, single-patient-use<br>powered by pre-loaded alkaline batteries,<br>disposable unit | Sterile, hand-held, single-patient-use<br>powered by pre-loaded alkaline<br>batteries, disposable unit | Same |
| Power Source | Two 1.5 V (AAAA) DC alkaline batteries<br>(in series) | Two 1.5 V (AAAA) DC alkaline<br>batteries (in series) | Same |
| Max Voltage<br>Output | 28 V DC | 28 V DC | Same |
| Max Current<br>Output | 2.4 mA | 1.8 mA | Similar |
| Max Time of<br>Single Cycle | 10 seconds | 10 seconds | Same |
| Number of<br>Detachments | Minimum of 20 detachments | Minimum of 20 detachments | Same |
| Power Switch | Inserting coil delivery wire turns the unit<br>on. Removing the delivery wire turns the<br>unit off. Unit turns off after 2 minutes if<br>unit detects no activity. | Inserting coil delivery wire turns the<br>unit on. Removing the delivery wire<br>turns the unit off. Unit turns off after<br>2 minutes if unit detects no activity. | Same |
| To start<br>detachment | Press Detachment Button | Press Detachment Button | Same |
| Detachment<br>mechanism | Electrolytic | Electrolytic | Same |
| How Supplied | Sterile, for single use only | Sterile, for single use only | Same |
| Sterilization<br>Method | Ethylene Oxide | Ethylene Oxide | Same |
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There are some device characteristics that differ as shown in the comparison tables above. Verification and validation testing has been completed and test results show that the subject devices, Numen™ Coil Embolization System and NumenFR™ Detachment System, are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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The differences do not affect the intended use/indications for use of the devices, nor do they alter their fundamental scientific technology compared to the predicate devices.
#### 4. Performance Testing
### Numen™ Coil Embolization System
All necessary testing has been performed for the Numen™ Coil Embolization System to demonstrate that the device performs as intended and that it is substantially equivalent to the predicate. The testing was performed on test units representative of final finished devices.
| Test | Test method summary | Test results |
|-----------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Visual inspection | Examine the test sample surface under specific magnification. | Pass |
| Dimensional verification | Implant coil, pusher and introducer sheath dimensions are measured to match the specifications. | Pass |
| Simulated use | Verify that the coil embolization system performs as intended in a representative tortuous anatomical model. | Pass |
| Fatigue testing | Verify the durability of the coil embolization system by repeating the simulated use for six times, including coil retraction into microcatheter and re-deployment. | Pass |
| Detachment time and detachment reliability | Verify the reliability of intentional detachment as well as reliability of the coil attachment after fatigue testing of the coil embolization system in a representative tortuous anatomical model. | Pass |
| Ease of delivery | Measured by max friction force when advancing, deploying or retracting the coil system through the introducer sheath and microcatheter in a relevant tortuous anatomical model. | Pass |
| Kink resistance | Demonstrate that kink resistance of the device meets pre-specified acceptance criteria, and could withstand bending forces that the device may encounter during clinical use. | Pass |
| Torque strength | Verify the torque strength by rotating the proximal end of the device for 8 turns. | Pass |
| Radiopacity | Qualitatively assess the radiopacity of the device under X-ray to demonstrate the equivalence to the control device. | Pass |
| Particulate testing | Verify that the quantity and size of particulates generated during simulated use in a clinically relevant tortuous anatomical model with all recommended ancillary devices meet the acceptance criteria based on the comparison with the predicate. | Pass |
| Coil deformation force | To verify that the coil implants are not too stiff to loop adequately and achieve their intended secondary shape. | Pass |
| Test | Test method summary | Test results |
| Tensile strength<br>testing | Verify that detachment zone tensile strength, stretch resistance tensile strength, pusher joints tensile strength, and introducer sheath tensile strength meet the acceptance criteria based on a control device. | Pass |
| Corrosion<br>Resistance | Corrosion resistance testing per ASTM<br>F2129 for coil implant, per ISO 11070 for pusher. | Pass |
| MR Compatibility | MR testing performed per ASTM F2119, ASTM<br>F2213, ASTM F2052 and additional<br>MRA characterization testing. | Testing demonstrated the device is<br>MR conditional. |
| Packaging and Shelf<br>Life | Package verification and shelf-life testing performed to demonstrate the integrity of the sterile barrier packaging throughout the proposed shelf life and its ability to protect the packaged devices from damage and maintain sterility during transport and storage conditions. | Packaging and device testing demonstrate the ability to perform as intended through the labeled 2-year shelf life of the device. |
| Sterilization<br>Validation | Per ISO 11135, Annex B Overkill Method. | Sterilization process achieves sterility assurance level of 10-6. |
| Endotoxin Testing | Bacterial endotoxin assay validation per USP 85. | The endotoxin levels for the device are below 2.15 EU/device. |
| GLP animal study | Animal testing to evaluate the in vivo performance of the device in a canine model, reporting both acute and chronic time points. | Pass |
| Cytotoxicity (coil<br>implant,<br>pusher and sheath) | Cytotoxicity - MEM Elution per ISO 10993-5. | Pass<br>Non-cytotoxic |
| Sensitization (coil<br>implant,<br>pusher and sheath) | ISO Guinea Pig Maximization Sensitization Test per ISO 10993-10. | Pass<br>Non-sensitizer |
| Irritation (coil<br>implant,<br>pusher and sheath) | ISO Intracutaneous Irritation Test per ISO 10993-10. | Pass<br>Non-irritant |
| Acute Toxicity<br>(coil implant, pusher<br>and sheath) | ISO Acute Systemic Injection Test per ISO 10993-11. | Pass<br>Non-toxic |
| Pyrogenicity (coil<br>implant,<br>pusher and sheath) | ISO Material Mediated Rabbit pyrogen per ISO 10993- 11. | Pass<br>Non-pyrogenic |
| Hemocompatibility<br>(coil implant,<br>pusher and sheath) | ASTM Hemolysis Study - Direct Contact and Extract method per ISO 10993-4. | Pass<br>Non-hemolytic |
| Hemocompatibility<br>(coil implant,<br>pusher and sheath) | Complement Activation SC5b-9 Assay per ISO 10993- 4. | Pass<br>Non-activator |
| Hemocompatibility<br>(coil implant, pusher<br>and sheath) | Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT) per ISO10993-4. | Pass |
| Hemocompatibility<br>(pusher and<br>sheath) | In vivo Thromboresistance Study in Dogs per ISO 10993-4. | Pass |
| Test | Test method summary | Test results |
| Hemocompatibility<br>(pusher and sheath) | In vivo Thromboresistance Study in Dogs, heparinized model per ISO 10993-4. | Pass Thromboresistant |
| Genotoxicity (coil<br>implant) | Bacterial Mutagenicity Test per ISO 10993-3. | Pass<br>Non-genotoxic |
| Genotoxicity (coil<br>implant) | In vitro Mouse Lymphoma Assay per ISO 10993-3. | Pass<br>Non-genotoxic |
| Implantation (coil<br>implant) | ISO Muscle Implantation Study in Rabbits - 1 week, 4 weeks, 13 weeks per ISO 10993-6. | Pass |
| Subchronic toxicity<br>(coil implant) | ISO Systemic Toxicity Study in Rats Following Subcutaneous Implantation, 13 Weeks per ISO 10993-6 and per ISO 10993-11. | Pass<br>No evidence of systemic toxicity. |
| Carcinogenicity<br>(coil implant) | Toxicological Risk Assessment | Pass |
| Chronic Toxicity<br>(coil implant) | Toxicological Risk Assessment | Pass |
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#### Biocompatibility
The coil implant of the Numen ™ Coil Embolization System is classified as permanent implant in contact with circulating blood >30 days contact duration.
The delivery system including the pusher and introducer sheath of the Numen ™ Coil Embolization System, is classified as externally communicating device in contact with circulating blood < 24 h contact duration.
Refer to the table above for the biocompatibility testing of the coil system.
#### NumenFRTM Detachment System
Performance testing of the NumenFRTM Detachment System consisted of the following:
- Functional performance testing to assess proper operation of the NumenFRTM . Detachment System at start-up and during the detachment process when used in combination with MicroPort NeuroTech Numen™ Coil Embolization System.
- . Software verification in accordance with IEC 62304:2015 Ed. 1.1 and risk assessment conducted in accordance with ISO 14971:2007/(R) 2010.
- . Electrical Safety Testing and EMC Testing in accordance with AAMI/ANSI ES 60601-1:2005, IEC 60601-1-2:2014 Ed. 4 and IEC 60601-1-6 Ed.3.1.
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- The subject device is sterilized with Ethylene Oxide. The sterility assurance level . (SAL) of at least 10-6 is assured by using a validated sterilization method per ISO 11135:2014.
- . The device is labeled with two years (2) shelf life, which is supported by accelerated aging shelf-life study.
#### 5. Conclusion
Based on the similarities of the intended use/indications for use, technological and functional characteristics and the results of the non-clinical performance testing, the subject devices, the Numen™ Coil Embolization System and NumenFR™ Detachment System, are substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate devices.
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
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.