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# 400um Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit (K181044)
_AngioDynamics, Inc. · GEX · Jul 5, 2018 · General, Plastic Surgery · SESE_
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## Device Facts
- **Applicant:** AngioDynamics, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [GEX](/submissions/SU/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/GEX.md)
- **Decision Date:** Jul 5, 2018
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 878.4810
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** General, Plastic Surgery
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic
## Intended Use
The 400 µm Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is indicated for use in the treatment of superficial vein reflux of greater saphenous vein associated with varicosities. The 400 m Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is indicated for treatment of incompetence and reflux of superficial veins in the lower extremity, and for the treatment of Incompetent (i.e. refluxing) Perforator Veins (IPVs).
## Device Story
The 400um Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is a sterile procedure kit used for endovascular laser ablation of varicose and incompetent perforator veins (IPVs). The kit includes a 400μm laser fiber, 21G entry needle, 4F introducer sheath/dilator, and 0.018" guidewire. It is intended for use in a clinical setting by a physician to treat venous insufficiency. The device functions by delivering laser energy to the vein, causing thermal ablation and closure of the vessel. This procedure helps alleviate symptoms associated with varicose veins and venous reflux. The kit provides the necessary access tools for the procedure, excluding standard minor treatment room supplies.
## Clinical Evidence
The SECURE Study, a single-arm, prospective, multi-center, non-blinded clinical trial, evaluated the safety and effectiveness of the kit for treating IPVs. The study included 125 treated IPVs. The primary endpoint was acute primary ablation success at the 10-day visit. Results showed 96 of 125 IPVs (76.8%) met the primary endpoint. The GEE model success rate was 76.9%, which was statistically significantly above the 70% performance goal (p=0.033). Six adverse events were reported, including DVT, venous thrombosis, superficial thrombophlebitis, skin ulcer, wound, and procedural pain.
## Technological Characteristics
The kit consists of a 400μm laser fiber and accessory components (21G needle, 4F sheath/dilator, 0.018" guidewire). It is a sterile, single-use procedure kit. The device operates via laser-induced thermal ablation. No software or electronic components are integrated into the kit itself; it is designed for use with compatible diode lasers.
## Regulatory Identification
(1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon.
## Predicate Devices
- AngioDynamics, Inc. (Diomed, Ltd.) EVLT Kit and the D15 Plus and D30 Plus Diode Lasers ([K041957](/device/K041957.md))
- VNUS RFS and VNUS RFS Flex ([K052003](/device/K052003.md))
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AngioDynamics, Inc. % Mr. Deepa Godhiya Specialist, Global Regulatory Affairs 26 Forest Street Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752
# Re: K181044
Trade/Device Name: 400um Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4810 Regulation Name: Laser Surgical Instrument for use in General and Plastic Surgery and n Dermatology Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEX Dated: April 17, 2018 Received: April 19, 2018
# Dear Mr. Godhiya:
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. Isting of devices, good manufacturing practice, 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,
# Peter L. Hudson -S 2018.07.03 14:06:42 -04'00'
For: Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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| Food and Drug Administration | Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
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The 400um Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is intended for use in the treatment of superficial vein reflux of
the greater saphenous vein associated with varicosities. The 400um Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is
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## 510(K) SUMMARY – 400μ.M PERFORATOR AND ACCESSORY VEIN ABLATION KIT Date Prepared: April 17, 2018
### A. SPONSOR
AngioDynamics, Inc. 26 Forest Street Marlborough, MA 01752
## B. CONTACT
Deepa R. Godhiya Specialist, Global Regulatory Affairs T: 1-508-658-7923 F: 1-508-658-7976 E: dgodhiya@angiodynamics.com
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Brandon M. Brackett, RAC Manager, Global Regulatory Affairs T: 1-508-658-7984 F: 1-508-658-7976 E: bbrackett@angiodynamics.com
#### C. DEVICE NAME
| Trade Name: | 400μm Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit |
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| Common/Usual Name: | Laser Vein Ablation Procedure Kit |
| Classification Name: | Power Laser Surgical Instrument (ProCode: GEX) |
| Classification Panel: | General and Plastic Surgery |
| D. PREDICATE DEVICE(S) | |
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| 510(k) Number | K041957 |
| Trade Name: | AngioDynamics, Inc. (Diomed, Ltd.) EVLT Kit and th
D15 Plus and D30 Plus Diode Lasers |
| Common/Usual Name: | Laser Vein Ablation Procedure Kit |
| Classification Name: | Power Laser Surgical Instrument (ProCode: GEX) |
| Classification Panel: | Dermatology and Plastic Surgery |
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| 510(k) Number | K052003 |
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| Trade Name: | VNUS RFS and VNUS RFS Flex |
| Common/Usual Name: | Bipolar Electrosurgical Instrument |
| Classification Name: | Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories
(ProCode: GEI) |
| Classification Panel: | Dermatology and Plastic Surgery |
## E. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The 400μm Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is used to treat patients with varicose veins. Varicose veins are large, twisted, visibly bulging veins usually located in the legs. Varicose Veins occur when either the blood flow is too slow or valves are not functioning correctly resulting in "pile-up" of blood within the lower extremity veins. AngioDynamics proposes that this include the Incompetent Perforator Veins (IPVs). The 400um Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is provided in a procedure kit which includes a 400μm Fiber along with the following accessory components:
- 21G Entry Needle
- . 4F Introducer Sheath/Dilator
- 0.018" Guidewire ●
The 400μm Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is presented sterile and contains all of the accessories needed to perform the EVLT procedure, with the exception of generic disposable items routinely found in a well-equipped minor treatment room such as drapes, swabs, bandages etc.
#### F. INTENDED USE/INDICATIONS FOR USE
"The 400 µm Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is indicated for use in the treatment of superficial vein reflux of greater saphenous vein associated with varicosities. The 400 m Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is indicated for treatment of incompetence and reflux of superficial veins in the lower extremity, and for the treatment of Incompetent (i.e. refluxing) Perforator Veins (IPVs)."
## G. SUMMARY OF SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES IN TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND PERFORMANCE
The proposed 400μm Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices, both previously reviewed and cleared by the Agency, based upon the following conclusions:
- . to K041957 (EVLT Kit and the D15 Plus and D30 Plus Diode Lasers) in terms of overall design, materials, kitted accessories, labeling, and other design-related attributes - please refer to the table below for a side-by-side comparison of the Kit Accessories of the proposed device to that cleared via this predicate 510(k),
| Proposed Kit | Predicate Kit (K041957) |
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| 21G Entry Needle | 19G Entry Needle |
| 0.018" Guidewire | 0.035" Guidewire |
| 4F Introducer Sheath/Dilator | 4F & 5F Introducer Sheath/Dilator |
- . to K052003 (VNUS RFS and RFS Flex Devices) in regards to the Indications for Use, which includes for use in perforator veins – AngioDynamics' intended expansion in regards to its Indications for Use.
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#### H. PERFORMANCE DATA
standard, including:
The performance evaluation of the proposed 400μm Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit is centered around the clinical study 'SECURE Study', which was performed in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and in accordance to the international standard AAMI/ANSI/ISO 14155:2011 – "Clinical Investigation of Medical Devices for Human Subjects: Good Clinical Practice". Furthermore, the proposed 400µm Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit has demonstrated successful results based upon the conclusions of the clinical testing per the above guidance and
- . Primary objective of acute primary ablation success; and,
- Secondary objectives to evaluate the post-procedural clinical outcomes. ●
## I. CLINICAL STUDY (For Perforator Study)
The SECURE STUDY was conducted to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the 400um Perforator and Accessory Vein Ablation Kit when used to treat Incompetent Perforator Veins (IPVs). This was a singlearm, prospective, multi-center, non-blinded clinical trial. The study population included patients diagnosed with perforating vein insufficiency who were deemed by their treating clinician to be eligible for treatment by endovascular ablation. The primary objective of the study was to evaluate the VenaCure EVLT 400 µm Fiber Procedure Kit when used to treat Incompetent Perforator Veins (IPVs). For the primary endpoint of "acute primary ablation success," 96 of 125 treated IPVs (ITT Population) at the 10-day visit met the primary endpoint of acute primary ablation success, for a success rate of 76.8%. In the generalized estimating equation (GEE) model specified in the protocol and used to evaluate the primary endpoint, this resulted in a 76.9% model success rate, statistically significantly above the performance goal of 70% (p=0.033). The table below provides details of the SECURE STUDY.
| Intent to Treat (ITT) Set | | | |
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| Site | Number of Patients | Number of IPVs Treated | Number of IPV Successes Range of % Success |
| 100 | 11 | 11 | 2 – 43
28.6 – 100.0% |
| 101 | 29 | 56 | |
| 102 | 9 | 11 | |
| 103 | 13 | 18 | |
| 104 | 11 | 15 | |
| 106 | 4 | 7 | |
| 107 | 6 | 7 | |
#### Adverse Events (Safety Population)
A total of 6 adverse events were reported during this clinical study, that were either procedure and/or device related. They include the following: deep vein thrombosis; venous thrombosis limb; thrombophlebitis superficial; skin ulcer; wound; procedural pain.
## J. CONCLUSION
Based upon successful results of clinical testing, in addition to the responses to questions posed within FDA's 510(k) Decision-Making Tree, the proposed device is determined to be substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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