ULTRA-FINE DIATHERMY LOOP AND COAGULATION BALLS

K972856 · Rocket Medical Plc · KNF · Feb 11, 1998 · Obstetrics/Gynecology

Device Facts

• Record ID: K972856
• Device Name: ULTRA-FINE DIATHERMY LOOP AND COAGULATION BALLS
• Applicant: Rocket Medical Plc
• Product Code: KNF · Obstetrics/Gynecology
• Decision Date: Feb 11, 1998
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 884.4160
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Indications for Use

Large Loop Excision of the Transformation zone in the Diagnosis and treatment of some Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasias (CIN I, III) and Cervical Dysplasia Extrenal Anogenital Lesions. Cervical Conizations. Large Vaginal Intraepithelial Neoplastic (VAIN) Lesions.

Device Story

Ultra-Fine™ Diathermy loops and Coagulation Balls are electrosurgical accessories used for tissue excision and coagulation. The device functions by delivering electrical energy to the target tissue to perform procedures such as Large Loop Excision of the Transformation Zone (LLETZ) and cervical conization. Used in clinical settings by physicians; the device facilitates the removal of abnormal tissue or the coagulation of bleeding sites. The device has been in commercial distribution for over 8 years prior to submission, demonstrating safety and effectiveness through clinical history and design evaluation.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided. Safety and effectiveness are supported by over 8 years of commercial distribution and design evaluation.

Technological Characteristics

Electrosurgical diathermy loops and coagulation balls. Class II device (21 CFR 884.4160).

Indications for Use

Indicated for patients requiring diagnosis and treatment of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN I, III), Cervical Dysplasia, external anogenital lesions, cervical conizations, and large vaginal intraepithelial neoplastic (VAIN) lesions.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A unipolar endoscopic coagulator-cutter is a device designed to destroy tissue with high temperatures by directing a high frequency electrical current through the tissue between an energized probe and a grounding plate. It is used in female sterilization and in other operative procedures under endoscopic observation. This generic type of device may include the following accessories: an electrical generator, probes and electrical cables, and a patient grounding plate. This generic type of device does not include devices used to perform female sterilization under hysteroscopic observation.

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Rocket Medical - New 510(k) Notification Ultra-Fine™ Diathermy loops and Coagulation Balls

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FEB 11 1998

## Summary of Safety and Effectiveness

## Ultra-Fine™ Diathermy Electrodes

Rocket (Establishment number: devices. registered by These are class II 8010022/9610632). These devices are substantially equivalent to a great many medical devices which are currently in commerce and have been submitted to the FDA.

The devices we believe are safe and effective for the application for which they are intended, having been subjected to full design evaluation. They have been on sale and in commercial distribution within the UK and many other countries for more than 8 years and have during this period been found to be safe and effective.

Rocket Medical will, however, continue to search all appropriate sources for information relating to safety and effectiveness and maintains an in-house reporting system to identify adverse safety and effectiveness information and as such, applicable data will be recorded for this product.

## CERTIFICATION

I hereby certify that this Summary of Safety and Effectiveness applies for the above indicated device.

21 July '97
Date

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Signed by Leslie Todd Quality Assurance Manager Rocket Medical Wear Industrial Estate, Washington Tyne & Wear, England. NE37 1NE

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Rocket Medical PLC c/o Mr. Richard Keen Compliance Consultants 1151 Hope Street Stamford, CT 06907District 6 Re: K972856 Ultra-Fine™ Diathermy Loops and Coagulation Balls Dated: November 12, 1997 Received: December 4, 1997 Regulatory Class: II 21 CFR 884.4160/Procode: 85 KNF

Dear Mr. Keen:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent for the indications for use stated in interstate in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, 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 III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 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 your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Additionally, for question and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (2) CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

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Lillian Yin, Ph.D. Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal. Ear, Nose and Throat. and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Device Name: Ultra-Fine™ Diathermy loops and Coagulation Balls

## Indications for Use:

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- Large Loop Excision of the Transformation zone in the Diagnosis and treatment of some ● Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasias (CIN I, III) and Cervical Dysplasia
- Extrenal Anogenital Lesions. .
- Cervical Conizations. ●
- Large Vaginal Intraepithelial Neoplastic (VAIN) Lesions. ●

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Signed L. Todd QA and Regulatory Affairs Manager Rocket Medical Plc

11th July 1997

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Concurrence of CDHR, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Robert D. Rätting

(Division Sign-Off) Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, ENT, and Radiological Devices

510(k) Number K912856

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