← Product Code [HMX](/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HMX) · K970873 # ENDOSOFT SOFT TIP NEEDLE (20 GA. AND 19 GA.) (K970873) _American Medical Devices, Inc. · HMX · May 20, 1997 · Ophthalmic · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HMX/K970873 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** American Medical Devices, Inc. - **Product Code:** [HMX](/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HMX.md) - **Decision Date:** May 20, 1997 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 886.4350 - **Device Class:** Class 1 - **Review Panel:** Ophthalmic - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Intended Use For irrigation/aspiration during eye surgery ## Device Story Endosoft Soft Tip Needle is a surgical instrument used during eye surgery. The device consists of a stainless steel needle with a plastic luer lock hub and a soft silastic tubing tip. It connects to a conventional extrusion handpiece via the male luer lock. The device is used by ophthalmic surgeons to perform irrigation and aspiration of the eye. The soft tip design is intended to facilitate these procedures during surgery. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data; bench testing only. Sterilization validated using AAMI Overkill Method; non-pyrogenic status confirmed via LAL method. ## Technological Characteristics Stainless steel needle, silastic tubing, plastic luer lock hub. ETO sterilization (AAMI Overkill Method). Packaging: Tyvek pouch with polymylar sheath. SAL 10^-6. Non-pyrogenic (LAL method). ## Regulatory Identification A manual ophthalmic surgical instrument is a nonpowered, handheld device intended to aid or perform ophthalmic surgical procedures. This generic type of device includes the manual corneal burr, ophthalmic caliper, ophthalmic cannula, eyelid clamp, ophthalmic muscle clamp, iris retractor clip, orbital compressor, ophthalmic curette, cystotome, orbital depressor, lachrymal dilator, erisophake, expressor, ophthalmic forcep, ophthalmic hook, sphere introducer, ophthalmic knife, ophthalmic suturing needle, lachrymal probe, trabeculotomy probe, cornea-sclera punch, ophthalmic retractor, ophthalmic ring (Flieringa), lachrymal sac rongeur, ophthalmic scissors, enucleating snare, ophthalmic spatula, ophthalmic specula, ophthalmic spoon, ophthalmic spud, trabeculotome or ophthalmic manual trephine. ## Reference Devices - Visitec - Grieshaber ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0} K970873 AMERICAN MEDICAL DEVICES, Inc. 1100 Northside Drive Atlanta, Georgia 30318 MAY 20 1997 February 26, 1997 # Premarket Notification [510(k)] Summary **Submitter:** American Medical Devices, Inc 1100 Northside Drive Atlanta, GA 30318 Phone: (404) 815-5233 Fax: (404) 815-5235 **Official Correspondent:** Frank J. Tighe **Trade Name:** The American Medical Devices, Inc., 19 and 20 Ga. Endosoft™ Soft Tip Needles **Common Name:** Irrigation/Aspiration Needle **Registration Number:** We have registered but have not received our application back as of this date. **Class:** Class 1 **Class Name:** We were unable to find the device listed in the classification regulations, 21 CFR Parts 862-892 [807.87 (c)]. **Panel:** Ophthalmic **Product Code:** HMX Page 1 Summary Toll-Free Direct Facsimile Internet 800-793-1473 404-815-5233 404-815-5235 ftighe@americanmedicaldevices.com {1} K970873 Device Description: The American Medical Devices, Inc 19 and 20 ga. Endosoft™ Soft Tip Needles are for irrigation/aspiration during eye surgery. The device consists of a stainless steel needle with a plastic luer lock on one end and a protruding piece of soft silastic tubing at the tip. This device connects to any conventional extrusion handpiece with a male luer lock adapter. Statement of indications for use. - For irrigation/aspiration during eye surgery. ## Substantial Equivalence Comparison | | American Medical Devices, Inc. | Visitec | Grieshaber | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Packaging | X | X | X | | Tyvek to Poly | | | | | For irrigation/aspiration | X | X | X | | Of the eye during surgery | | | | | Materials: Stainless Steel Needle, Silastic Tubing, Plastic Hub | X | X | X | | Sterilization ETO | X | X | X | ## Sterility The Device will be ETO Sterilized. The method used to validate the sterilization cycle is AAMI Overkill Method Packaging Material: Tyvek Pouch with a Ploymylar Sheath. The SAL is 10 to the $-6$. The maximum levels of residues of ethylene oxide: 25 parts per million; ethylene chlorohydrin: 25 parts per million and ethylene glycol: 250 parts per million. This device is non-pyrogenic and the LAL Method is used to make that determination. Pyrogens: We control the manufacturing environment to lessen the likelihood of pyrogen causing bacteria. In addition the LAL Method is used to determine that each lot is non-pyrogenic. Page 2 Summary {2} DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Public Health Service Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 MAY 20 1997 Mr. Frank J. Tighe Official Correspondent American Medical Devices, Inc. 1100 Northside Drive Atlanta, GA 30318 Re: K970873 Trade Name: Endosoft™ Soft Tip Needle (19 GA. and 20 GA.) Regulatory Class: I Product Code: 86 HMX Dated: February 26, 1997 Received: March 10, 1997 Dear Mr. Tighe: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (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 Good Manufacturing Practice for Medical Devices: General (GMP) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP 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 the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations. {3} Page 2 - Mr. Frank J. Tighe 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 (301) 594-4613. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 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 (800) 638-2041 or at (301) 443-6597. Sincerely yours, ![img-0.jpeg](img-0.jpeg) A. Ralph Rosenthal, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {4} AMD AMERICAN MEDICAL DEVICES, Inc. 1100 Northside Drive Atlanta, Georgia 30318 (510(k) Number (if known): K970873 Device Name: Endosoft™ Soft Tip Needle (19 GA. and 20 GA.) Indications For Use: For irrigation/aspiration during eye surgery PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) (Division Sign-Off) Division of Ophthalmic Devices 510(k) Number K970873 Prescription Use ☑ OR (Per 21 CFR 801.109) Over-The-Counter Use (Optional Format 1-2-96) | Toll-Free | Direct | Facsimile | Internet | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 800-793-1473 | 404-815-5233 | 404-815-5235 | ftighe@americanmedicaldevices.com | --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HMX/K970873](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/HMX/K970873) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. 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