The Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) is intended to restore blood flow in the neurovasculature by removing thrombus in patients experiencing ischemic stroke within 8 hours of symptom onset. Patients who are ineligible for intravenous tissue plasminogen activator (IV t-PA) or who fail IV t-PA therapy are candidates for treatment.
Device Story
Device is a percutaneous catheter-based thrombus retriever used in neurovasculature. Input: physician-guided navigation through neurovasculature to site of thrombus. Operation: device is a flexible, tapered core wire with a distal shaped section (5 rows/5 rings of cells) made of Nitinol; radiopaque platinum wires and markers allow fluoroscopic visualization; hydrophilic coating reduces friction. Output: mechanical removal of thrombus to restore blood flow. Used in clinical settings (e.g., interventional suites) by physicians. Physician visualizes device via fluoroscopy to manipulate and deploy retriever. Benefit: restoration of blood flow in ischemic stroke patients.
Clinical Evidence
No human clinical data. Evidence consists of bench testing (dimensional verification, tensile strength, radial force, torque durability, radiopacity, deliverability, particulate evaluation, coating integrity, simulated use in silicone neurovascular models) and GLP-compliant acute and chronic swine animal studies. Animal studies showed no evidence of vessel dissection, perforation, or thrombosis, with histopathology consistent with routine catheterization.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
April 6, 2015
Concentric Medical, Inc. Mr. Bill Hyatt Regulatory Affairs Manager 301 East Evelyn Avenue Mountain View, California 94041
Re: K143077
Trade/Device Name: Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25 mm) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1250 Regulation Name: Percutaneous Catheter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NRY Dated: March 3, 2015 Received: March 6, 2015
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K143077
#### Device Name Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25 mm)
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25 mm) is intended to restore blood flow in the neurovasculature by removing thrombus in patients experiencing ischemic stroke within 8 hours of symptom onset. Patients who are ineligible for intravenous tissue plasminogen activator (IV t-PA) or who fail IV t-PA therapy are candidates for treatment.
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### 510(k) Summary
| Trade Name: | Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25 mm) | |
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| Common Name: | Catheter, Thrombus Retriever | |
| Classification Name: | Percutaneous Catheter, 21CFR 870.1250 Class II | |
| Product Code: | NRY | |
| Submitter: | Concentric Medical, Inc.<br>301 E. Evelyn Avenue<br>Mountain View, CA 94041<br>Tel 510-413-2148<br>Fax 510-413-2558<br>Facility Registration #2954917 | |
| Contact: | Bill Hyatt<br>Manager, Regulatory Affairs | |
| Date Prepared: | April 2, 2015 | |
| Predicate Device: | Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (4x20mm) (K132641) | |
## Device Description
The Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) consists of a flexible, tapered core with a shaped section at the distal end. It is designed to restore blood flow in the neurovasculature by removing thrombus in patients experiencing ischemic stroke. Radiopaque platinum wires in the shaped section and radiopaque markers on the distal end allow fluoroscopic visualization. Retriever dimensions are indicated on the product label. The Retriever has a hydrophilic coating to reduce friction during use. A torque device and an insertion tool are provided with the Retriever. The proximal end of the device is compatible with the Abbott guide wire extension to facilitate removal or exchange of a catheter while maintaining the Retriever position in the vessel.
# Indications for Use
The Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) is intended to restore blood flow in the neurovasculature by removing thrombus in patients experiencing ischemic stroke within 8 hours of symptom onset. Patients who are ineligible for intravenous tissue plasminogen activator (IV t-PA) or who fail IV t-PA therapy are candidates for treatment.
### Technological Characteristics and Product Feature Comparison
The Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) is substantially equivalent to the primary predicate device in terms of basic design, materials used, and function. A comparison of the subject device with Primary Predicate Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (4x20mm) is summarized in the below table.
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| Feature | Primary Predicate<br>Cleared Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (4x20mm) (K132641) | Subject Device<br>Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) | |
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| Indications for Use | The Trevo XP ProVue Retriever<br>is intended to restore blood flow<br>in the neurovasculature by<br>removing thrombus in patients<br>experiencing ischemic stroke<br>within 8 hours of symptom<br>onset. Patients who are ineligible<br>for intravenous tissue<br>plasminogen activator (IV t-PA)<br>or who fail IV t-PA therapy are<br>candidates for treatment. | Same as K132641 | |
| Device<br>Description | The Retriever consists of a<br>flexible, tapered core wire with a<br>shaped section at the distal end.<br>Platinum markers at the distal end<br>allow fluoroscopic visualization.<br>In addition, the shaped section is<br>also radiopaque. Retriever<br>dimensions are indicated on<br>product label.<br><br>The Retriever has a hydrophilic<br>coating to reduce friction during<br>use. The Retriever has a shaft<br>marker to indicate proximity of<br>Retriever tip relative to<br>Microcatheter tip. A torque device<br>is provided with the Retriever to<br>facilitate manipulation. An<br>insertion tool is provided to<br>introduce the Retriever into a<br>Trevo® Microcatheter. | Same as K132641 with the<br>exception that the subject<br>Retriever is introduced via an<br>XT-27 Microcatheter (whereas<br>the predicate device is<br>introduced via a Trevo®<br>Microcatheter) | |
| Target Population | Patients with symptoms of an<br>ischemic stroke | Same as K132641 | |
| Anatomical Sites | Neurovasculature | Same as K132641 | |
| Feature | Primary Predicate<br>Cleared Trevo XP ProVue<br>Retriever (4x20mm)<br>(K132641) | Subject Device<br>Trevo XP ProVue Retriever<br>(6x25mm) | |
| Accessory Devices<br>Provided<br>(not in direct<br>contact with<br>patient) | Insertion tool and torque device<br>provided in product package | Same as K132641 | |
| Microcatheter<br>Compatibility | Trevo Pro 18 Microcatheter | Excelsior XT-27<br>Microcatheter | |
| Materials | Core Wire Material: Nitinol<br>(nickel titanium alloy)<br>Distal Shaped Section Material:<br>Nitinol<br>Coil Material Distal to Distal<br>Shaped Section :<br>Platinum/Tungsten<br>Shaped Section Radiopaque<br>Wire: Platinum/Tungsten<br>Coil Material Proximal to<br>Shaped Section: 304 Stainless<br>Steel<br>Solder: Gold/Tin<br>Hydrophilic Coating: Sodium<br>hyaluronate mixture | Same as K132641 | |
| Dimensional<br>Drawing | | E<br>D | |
| Overall Length<br>(A) | 180cm | 180cm | |
| Total Shaped<br>Section Length<br>(nominal) (B) | 32mm | 40mm | |
| Active Shaped<br>Section Length<br>(nominal) (C) | 20mm | 25mm | |
| Shaped Section<br>Diameter<br>(nominal) (D) | 4mm | 6mm | |
| Feature | Primary Predicate<br>Cleared Trevo XP ProVue<br>Retriever (4x20mm)<br>(K132641) | Subject Device<br>Trevo XP ProVue Retriever<br>(6x25mm) | |
| Proximal Core<br>Wire Diameter (E) | 0.0180in | Same as K132641 | |
| Length of the non-<br>tapered portion of<br>shaped section (F) | Not provided in labeling | 30mm | |
| Shaped section | 4 rows and 4 rings of cells. | 5 rows and 5 rings of cells. | |
| Hydrophilic<br>coating length | Coating extends from the<br>proximal end of the core wire up<br>to the proximal coil. | Coating extends from a point<br>80cm distal to the proximal<br>end of the core wire up to the<br>proximal coil to enable<br>physician to hold the device<br>more securely. | |
| Shaped section<br>distal platinum<br>coil markers | Platinum markers attached to 3<br>distal tips of the distal end of the<br>shaped section. | Platinum markers attached to 3<br>distal tips of the distal end of the<br>shaped section. | |
| Radiopaque<br>platinum wire<br>woven into shaped<br>section | Three platinum wires woven on<br>shaped section struts. | Four platinum wires woven on<br>shaped section struts. | |
| Core wire marker<br>band placement<br>and presence | Core wire marker bands at<br>59.53" from the proximal end of<br>the shaped section.<br><br>6 marker bands are present on<br>the core wire. | Core wire marker bands at<br>57.56" from the proximal end<br>of the shaped section. (~5cm<br>more distal) to allow<br> | |
| Packaging<br>Materials and<br>Configuration | Polyethylene Hoop,<br>polycarbonate mounting card,<br>Tyvek/Film Pouch, HDPE<br>Tubing Clips, Chipboard carton | Same as K132641 | |
| Sterilization<br>Method | 100% EtO | Same as K132641 | |
| How Supplied | Sterile/Single Use | Same as K132641 | |
# Product Feature Comparison of Subject Device with Primary Predicate Device Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (4x20mm) (K132641)
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# Risk Assessment
Risk assessment of the modifications has been conducted in accordance with EN ISO 14971:2012. Concentric Medical, Inc. has determined the modifications to the predicate device raise no new questions of safety or effectiveness. Results of verification and validation testing are appropriate for use in determining that the Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
The modifications did not result in the identification of any new failure modes nor were there any changes to existing failure modes, including no change to severity or occurrence; and, therefore, no change to overall residual risk.
## Testing Summarv
The results of verification and validation testing conducted on the Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) demonstrate that it performs as designed, and is suitable for its intended use. The verification and validation test results demonstrate that the Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. Specifically, the following tests were performed on the proposed device:
| | Test | Test Method Summary | Conclusions |
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| 1. | Dimensional<br>Verification | Verified dimensions using<br>specified measurement tool. | Dimensional<br>verification meets<br>acceptance criteria. |
| 2. | Retriever Mid Joint<br>Tensile Strength | Identified joint and cut<br>sample for test. Recorded<br>peak tensile force results. | Retriever Mid Joint<br>Tensile Strength meets<br>acceptance criteria. |
| 3. | Retriever Tip Tensile<br>Strength | Loaded sample. Recorded<br>peak tensile force results. | Retriever Tip Tensile<br>Strength meets<br>acceptance criteria. |
| 4. | Retriever Shaped<br>Section Radial Force | Constrained and released<br>shaped section of retriever to<br>specified diameter. Recorded<br>radial force results. | Retriever Shaped<br>Section Radial Force<br>meets acceptance<br>criteria. |
| 5. | Retriever/Vessel<br>Interaction (Tip<br>Flexibility) | Loaded sample so that the<br>distal tip was flexed.<br>Recorded peak<br>compression/flex force<br>results. | Retriever/Vessel<br>Interaction (Tip<br>Flexibility) meets<br>acceptance criteria. |
| 6. | Retriever Torque<br>Tensile Durability | Gripped device and applied<br>rotations to torque device.<br>Pulled tensile cycles to a max<br>load then last cycle to failure.<br>Recorded results. | Retriever Torque<br>Tensile Durability<br>meets acceptance<br>criteria. |
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| | Test | Test Method Summary | Conclusions |
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| 7. | Retriever Platinum<br>Wire Joint Strength | Identified joint and cut sample for test. Recorded peak tensile force results for each individual platinum wire. | Retriever Platinum Wire Joint Strength meets acceptance criteria. |
| 8. | Retriever Platinum<br>Wire and Joint<br>Durability | Wrapped and unwrapped the entire length of the shaped section of the retriever (sheathed in insertion tool) around a pin and repeat.<br>Performed visual inspection and recorded results.<br>Performed deploy/reload cycles into insertion tool.<br>Performed visual inspection and recorded results. | Retriever Platinum Wire and Joint Durability meet acceptance criteria. |
| 9. | Radiopacity | Radiopacity was assessed based on visual assessment of the device being used under fluoroscopy. | Radiopacity meets acceptance criteria. |
| 10. | Retriever /<br>Microcatheter<br>Deliverability | Measured the force to push the device through a tortuous model. | Retriever/Microcatheter Deliverability meets acceptance criteria. |
| 11. | Particulate Evaluation | Measured total number of particulate and size of particulate generated during the simulated delivery, deployment and resheathing of the device. Particulate counting was assessed for $≥10µm$ , $≥25µm$ , and $≥50µm$ size ranges | All samples meet acceptance criteria. |
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| | Test | Test Method Summary | Conclusions |
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| 12. | Coating Integrity<br>Evaluation | A visual assessment of the<br>coating integrity of the<br>subject device was performed<br>before (baseline) and after<br>tracking through a tortuous<br>path fixture representative of<br>clinical conditions (simulated<br>use). The visual assessment<br>evaluation included a<br>comparison of the visual<br>assessment using higher<br>magnification and a dye to<br>assess the adhesion of the<br>coating. Proximal and distal<br>coating edges were evaluated<br>to determine if the coating<br>was intact. The entire<br>coating length of the device<br>was evaluated for defects<br>(visible voids or scratches). | Neither the Baseline<br>test articles nor the<br>Post-tracking test<br>articles exhibited any<br>delamination at coating<br>edges (either proximal<br>or distal). The Baseline<br>test articles did not<br>exhibit any coating<br>defects (voids or<br>scratches). The Post<br>tracking devices<br>exhibited minimal<br>defects along the 75cm<br>coating length. When<br>considered in<br>conjunction with<br>coating lubricity and<br>durability results and<br>the particulate<br>generation results, the<br>coating functions as<br>intended and has<br>exhibited appropriate<br>integrity (via visual<br>assessment) post<br>simulated use. |
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| 13. | Simulated Use | Simulated use testing used a<br>silicone neurovascular model<br>cast from actual human<br>neurovascular arteries. This<br>bench testing model<br>replicates the tortuosity,<br>diameter and location of the<br>arteries in the<br>neurovasculature including<br>the internal carotid artery<br>(ICA) siphon. The model<br>ends at the mid carotid<br>arteries and proximal support<br>is provided by a guide<br>catheter. The model<br>incorporates a re-circulating<br>water bath at 37°C<br>pressurized between 2 – 2.5<br>psi (100 - 126 mm Hg) to<br>simulate the human arterial<br>circulation. All testing<br>follows the procedural<br>instructions outlined in the<br>Instructions for Use.<br>Simulated thrombus is used<br>to assess the devices ability to<br>retrieve clot | Simulated Use meets<br>acceptance criteria. |
| | Test | Test Method Summary | Conclusions |
| 14. | Animal studies (acute<br>and chronic) | Animal studies consisting of<br>an acute animal (swine) study<br>and a chronic animal (swine)<br>study were performed using<br>devices representative of the<br>Trevo XP ProVue Retriever<br>(6x25mm) and were<br>conducted in compliance with<br>applicable requirements in<br>the GLP regulation (21 CFR<br>Part 58).<br>In both the acute and the<br>chronic animal studies: | Acute Animal Study<br>Results: -<br>Histopathology was<br>consistent with arterial<br>healing after routine<br>catheterization<br>commonly seen with<br>guidewires / catheters.<br>Angiography revealed<br>No evidence of vessel<br>dissection or<br>perforation or<br>thrombosis. |
| | | 12 test articles (4 per animal) were deployed 6 test article treatment runs were conducted successfully in both internal maxillary arteries (IMAs) of animals which resulted in the assessment of 6 arteries (2 per animal). Safety (vessel response) was assessed based on the presence or absence of arterial transmural dissection or perforation due to Stentriever use in the treated vessels.<br>Device/vessel interaction is considered acceptable (pass) if there is no evidence of arterial transmural dissection or perforation due to Stentriever use in the treated vessels based on results of angiography and histopathology. | Chronic Animal Study<br>Results: -<br>Histopathology was<br>consistent with arterial<br>healing after routine<br>catheterization<br>commonly seen with<br>guidewires / catheters<br>No evidence of vessel<br>dissection or<br>perforation<br>Angiography revealed<br>no evidence of vessel<br>dissection or<br>perforation at Day 0,<br>and no angiographic<br>evidence of stenosis,<br>vessel irregularity,<br>intimal flap or<br>pseudoaneurysm was<br>observed at treatment<br>sites at Day 30<br>Conclusion: Animal<br>studies meet<br>acceptance criteria and<br>are comparable to<br>predicate device |
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# Biocompatibility
The Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) was assessed for impact to biocompatibility. Materials used in the Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) are all the same materials used in the cleared Trevo ProVue Retriever (K132641). Both the Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) and the cleared Trevo ProVue Retriever meet biological safety requirements per ISO 10993-1 for externally communicating medical devices with circulating blood contact for less than 24 hours.
## Summary of Substantial Equivalence
The Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) is substantially equivalent to the predicate device with regard to device design, materials, intended use, and patient population. The conclusions drawn from risk assessments and the verification and validation testing conducted using the Trevo XP ProVue Retriever (6x25mm) demonstrate that the device performs as designed, is suitable for its intended use and is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate device.
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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.