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510k Submissions for Mechanical Lithotripters and Stone Dislodgers in Gastroenterology and Urology

This guidance outlines the requirements for 510(k) submissions for mechanical lithotripters and stone dislodgers used in gastroenterology and urology. These devices are intended for endoscopic grasping, manipulation, and removal of calculi and foreign objects, with mechanical lithotripters having the additional capability to crush stones.

  1. Prepare comprehensive device description including components, operation, and size ranges
  2. Conduct mechanical testing suite (stone capture, pull, flexibility, crush testing)
  3. Complete biocompatibility testing program for patient-contacting materials
  4. Validate sterilization processes and packaging
  5. Develop compliant labeling including all required statements
  6. Prepare detailed comparison to predicate devices
  7. Document reprocessing validation if device is reusable
  8. Compile administrative information and 510(k) Summary/Statement
  9. Ensure all test reports include detailed methodologies and results
  10. Verify all claims are supported by objective evidence

Key Considerations

Non-clinical testing

  • Stone capture testing using simulated anatomical conditions
  • Pull testing to determine minimum tensile load resistance
  • Flexibility testing to verify 90° deflection capability
  • Calculi crush testing (for mechanical lithotripters)
  • Comparison testing with predicate devices

Labelling

  • Include intended use statement
  • Prescription device statement
  • Single-use labeling (if applicable)
  • Sterility labeling
  • Reprocessing instructions (if applicable)

Biocompatibility

  • List of all device materials
  • For materials contacting mucosal tissue or infusion fluids:
    • Mucosal irritation test
    • Sensitization assay
    • Cytotoxicity test
    • Acute systemic toxicity
    • Short term implantation test

Safety

  • Sterilization validation
  • Sterility assurance level (SAL)
  • EtO residuals (if applicable)
  • Radiation level (if applicable)
  • Packaging validation for sterility maintenance

Other considerations

  • 21 CFR 876.4680: Ureteral Stone Dislodger
  • 21 CFR 876.5010: Biliary Stone Dislodger
  • 21 CFR 876.4500: Mechanical Lithotripter

Original guidance

  • 510k Submissions for Mechanical Lithotripters and Stone Dislodgers in Gastroenterology and Urology
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  • Issue date: 1994-11-01
  • Last changed date: 2020-03-17
  • Status: FINAL
  • Official FDA topics: Medical Devices, Premarket
  • ReguVirta summary file ID: d7faf51e9cdd89846283e7134e9b80d4
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