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1 Device description
The TurboHawk Plus directional atherectomy system (TurboHawk Plus catheter and cutter driver) is
designed for the treatment of de novo and restenotic atherosclerotic calcified and non-calcified lesions
located in native peripheral arteries. When treating complex, hard, calcified lesions, pairing the
TurboHawk Plus catheter with the SpiderFX embolic protection device mitigates risk of distal embolization
that can be generated when heavily calcified plaque breaks down. (For information about the SpiderFX
embolic protection device, reference the Instructions for Use provided with the device.)
The TurboHawk Plus catheter consists of a flexible shaft designed to track with a 0.36 mm (0.014 in)
guidewire. The distal end of the TurboHawk Plus catheter is comprised of a small cutting unit with an inner
blade that rotates within a tubular housing. The proximal end of the TurboHawk Plus catheter contains a
connector and cutter positioning lever (thumb switch) designed to fit into the cutter driver. The cutter driver
(catalog number FG02550) is a battery-driven, internally powered device, designed to power the
TurboHawk Plus directional atherectomy catheter.
The TurboHawk Plus directional atherectomy system has two switches: 1) the cutter positioning lever
(thumb switch) on the TurboHawk Plus catheter (Figure 1); and 2) the main power switch on the cutter driver
(Figure 2). The main power switch on the cutter driver supplies power to the device when turned on. When
the thumb switch is pulled proximally to the On position, the TurboHawk Plus catheter activates the drive
shaft and the cutter. With the cutter engaged, the TurboHawk Plus catheter is slowly advanced across the
lesion, shaving occlusive material from the artery. The excised tissue is captured and stored in the tip of the
device. The cutting process is completed by advancing the TurboHawk Plus catheter thumb switch distally,
deactivating the drive shaft and disengaging the cutter. When the TurboHawk Plus catheter thumb switch
is fully advanced distally to the Off position, excised tissue is packed into the tip. This cutting sequence is
repeated as necessary to achieve the desired degree of plaque excision.
Figure 1. Illustration and nomenclature
1 Cutter positioning lever (thumb switch)
2 Flush port
3 Torque knob
4 Strain relief
5 Distal flush tool
Figure 2. Cutter driver
1 Main power switch
2 Catheter lock release button
3 Catheter connector
4 Insertion point for catheter
2 Device compatibility
The TurboHawk Plus cutter driver (catalog number FG02550) is not compatible with the HawkOne
catheters. It is designed to work with the TurboHawk Plus catheter models listed in Table 1 .
Warning: The TurboHawk Plus catheter may only be used with the FG02550 cutter driver. The
TurboHawk Plus catheter is not physically compatible with the H1-14550 cutter driver. Attempting to use
the TurboHawk Plus catheter with the H1-14550 cutter driver may result in loss of functionality and damage
to the catheter.
TurboHawk Plus system specifications and cutter driver compatibility
Table 1.
SpecificationCatalog number
Product catalog
number
Model:LSLXMS
Compatible cutter
driver:
Effective length:107 cm104 cm129 cm145 cm
Tip length:6.6 cm9.6 cm5.9 cm5.9 cm
Maximum catheter
profile:
Recommended
sheath size:
Maximum guidewire
diameter:
Vessel range:3.5–7.0 mm3.5–7.0 mm3.0–7.0 mm2.0–4.0 mm
Nominal voltage:6 V6 V6 V6 V
Note: The cutter driver is protected against electrical shock (defibrillation-proof type, CF). Keep the cutter
driver dry (IPX0).
THP-LSTHP-LXTHP-MTHP-S
FG02550FG02550FG02550FG02550
2.6 mm2.6 mm2.2 mm2.2 mm
7 Fr7 Fr6 Fr6 Fr
(2.5 mm)(2.5 mm)(2.2 mm)(2.2 mm)
0.36 mm0.36 mm0.36 mm0.36 mm
(0.014 in)(0.014 in)(0.014 in)(0.014 in)
3 Indications for use
The TurboHawk Plus directional atherectomy system is intended for use in atherectomy of the peripheral
vasculature. The TurboHawk Plus catheter is indicated for use in conjunction with the SpiderFX embolic
protection device in the treatment of severely calcified lesions. The TurboHawk Plus catheter is not
intended for use in the coronary, carotid, iliac, or renal vasculature.
4 Contraindications
• Do not use in the coronary arteries, carotid artery, or in the iliac, or renal vasculature
• Do not use for in-stent restenosis at the peripheral vascular site
5 Warnings
• The TurboHawk Plus catheter may only be used with the FG02550 cutter driver. The TurboHawk Plus
catheter is not physically compatible with the H1-14550 cutter driver. Attempting to use the
TurboHawk Plus catheter with the H1-14550 cutter driver may result in loss of functionality and damage
to the catheter.
• Pair the SpiderFX embolic protection device with the TurboHawk Plus catheter when used in complex,
hard, calcified lesions. Pairing the SpiderFX device with the TurboHawk Plus catheter mitigates risk of
distal embolization that can be generated by the breakdown of heavily calcified plaque. Refer to the
sizing guide in the SpiderFX Instructions for Use provided with the SpiderFX device.
• The TurboHawk Plus catheter should only be used by physicians trained in percutaneous peripheral
interventional procedures.
• Limit the use of this device to facilities where surgical support is readily available in the event of a
serious complication.
• Do not use the device after the labeled “Use-by” expiration date.
• Use of the cutter driver is limited to a normal clinical environment (temperature 10–28°C; atmospheric
pressure 700–1060 hPa; humidity 30–75%).
• Do not use this device in the presence of combustible or flammable gases, anesthetics, cleaners,
disinfectants, or in an oxygen-rich environment.
• This device was designed for single use only. Do not reuse, reprocess, or resterilize this device. Reuse,
reprocessing, or resterilization may compromise the device performance and structural integrity, or
create a risk of contamination, which could result in patient injury, illness, or death.
• Always use direct fluoroscopic observation when manipulating the TurboHawk Plus catheter in the
peripheral vessels. If resistance is met during manipulation, determine the cause of the resistance
before proceeding.
• Never advance the distal tip of the TurboHawk Plus catheter near the floppy end of the guidewire. If the
TurboHawk Plus catheter is advanced to this position, it can cause the guidewire to buckle into a loop
when retracting the catheter. If buckling occurs, remove the catheter and guidewire together to prevent
potential damage to vessel walls. If resistance is still felt, remove the sheath together with the guidewire
and catheter.
• Avoid excessive movement of the TurboHawk Plus catheter within the vessel at all times. Excess
movement could result in embolization or vessel damage. In addition, excessive catheter manipulation
while the cutter window is open could result in the embolization of previously excised tissue fragments.
• The cutter section of the TurboHawk Plus catheter is a rigid component. Vessel trauma or device failure
can result if excessive force or torque is used to advance the catheter.
• Do not use the TurboHawk Plus catheter in bends in excess of 90°. Using the catheter in bends in
excess of 90° can result in device failure.
• Operating the device with the blade partially opened or closed could result in vessel trauma or possible
embolization of previously excised tissue.
• When using the SpiderFX device in combination with the TurboHawk Plus catheter, never advance the
distal tip of the TurboHawk Plus catheter near the proximal radiopaque marker band of the SpiderFX
device. Contact with the marker band can result in distal embolization of the captured debris, as well
as vessel trauma or device failure.
• Exceeding the recommended maximum length of cut or storage capacity of the catheter tip before
removing and emptying the device increases the risk of embolized excised tissue fragments.
• If the TurboHawk Plus catheter does not advance easily, close the cutter by advancing the thumb
switch. Do not use excessive force to advance the thumb switch. Assess whether device repositioning
or predilation is required.
• Avoid using this equipment if it is adjacent to, or stacked with, other equipment. Such use could cause
this equipment to operate improperly. If this equipment must be set up adjacent to, or stacked with,
other equipment, verify that all the equipment is operating properly.
• Use of accessories, transducers, and cables (other than those specified or provided by Medtronic)
could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of this
equipment, and could result in improper operation.
• Use portable RF communication equipment (including cables specified by Medtronic or peripherals
given as antenna cables and external antennas) no closer than 30 cm (12 in) of any part of the
TurboHawk Plus directional atherectomy system. If the communication equipment is too close to the
TurboHawk Plus system, the system’s performance could be compromised.
6 Precautions
• Carefully inspect the sterile package and the device before use. Do not use the device if the packaging
or the device is damaged.
• The TurboHawk Plus catheter (model numbers LS, LX, M, and S) and the cutter driver (model number
FG02550) are not compatible with the HawkOne catheter and cutter driver (model number H1-14550).
See Table 1 for compatibility information.
• Do not sharply bend or kink the TurboHawk Plus catheter shaft during handling. Sharply bending or
kinking the catheter shaft could damage the device and impair its function.
• Do not attempt to remove the distal flush tool from the catheter. Removing the distal flush tool damages
the catheter, making it nonfunctional.
• Refer to Table 1 for recommended sheath size requirements. Using sheaths that are smaller than the
recommended size can compromise device performance.
• When using the SpiderFX device in combination with the TurboHawk Plus catheter, the SpiderFX filter
must be deployed in such a way that the proximal radiopaque marker is no less than 7 cm (for M and
S use), 8 cm (for LS use), or 11 cm (for LX use) distal to the lesion. Failure to appropriately place the
filter can compromise device performance.
• The guidewire must go through both lumens; otherwise, the distal flush window on the tip could be
open. Operating the device with the distal flush window open could result in the embolization of excised
tissue.
• Do not use excessive force, pinch, or bend the tip of the catheter when inserting the catheter through
the hemostasis valve of the sheath. Using excessive force, pinching, or bending the tip may damage
the device and impair its function.
• If using a Tuohy-Borst sheath, do not over-tighten the Tuohy-Borst hemostasis valve. Overtightening
the Tuohy-Borst hemostasis valve may inhibit smooth advancement and rotation of the
TurboHawk Plus catheter or damage the shaft.
• Do not torque the catheter shaft more than 360° in one direction. Torquing the catheter shaft more than
360° in one direction could result in tip fracture or other device failure. If the TurboHawk Plus catheter
is not rotating easily, reposition the catheter or predilate the lesion.
• The cutter driver is not designed for continuous operation. Do not run the cutter driver for more than
15 minutes in any 30 minute period.
• Avoid using excessive force when removing tissue with tweezers to avoid damaging the device.
• Cutting extended lengths in severely calcified lesions can result in cutter wear. Encountering increased
resistance during a cutting pass could indicate that the device needs to be replaced.
• Dispose of the device in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and hospital procedures,
including those regarding biohazards, microbial hazards, and infectious substances.
• The cutter driver is a single use device. Do not open the cutter driver casing, modify the cutter driver
components, or change the cutter driver battery. Opening or modifying the cutter driver could result in
damage to the device or injury to the patient or physician.
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• Do not use the device in proximity to known sources of electromagnetic disturbance such as
radio-frequency identification (RFID) readers, electronic security systems (e.g., metal detectors,
electronic article surveillance), near-field communications (NFC) systems, wireless power transfer
(WPT) and unique medical emitters such as electrocautery, MRI, electrosurgical units, and diathermy
equipment. Operating near these devices may lead to device malfunction.
7 Potential adverse events
The potential adverse events (or complications) that may occur or require intervention with the use of this
device include, but are not limited to, the following conditions:
• Amputation• Embolism or arterial thrombosis
• Aneurysm• Emergency or non-emergency arterial bypass surgery
• Arterial dissection• Entry site complications
• Arterial perforation• Hypotension
• Arterial rupture• Infection
• Arterial spasm• Ischemia
• Arteriovenous fistula• Restenosis of the treated segment
• Bleeding complications• Total occlusion of the peripheral artery
• Death• Vascular complications that could require surgical repair
8 Summary of DEFINITIVE Ca++ study
The following DEFINITIVE Ca++ study data are for the previously released SilverHawk and TurboHawk
plaque excision systems. Although the TurboHawk Plus directional atherectomy system was not part of the
study, it is similar in design to the clinically evaluated plaque excision systems. Thus, the Definitive Ca++
study data provides clinical insight into how the TurboHawk Plus device is expected to perform.
DEFINITIVE Ca++ was a prospective, multicenter, non-randomized, single-arm study to evaluate the
safety and effectiveness of the SilverHawk and TurboHawk plaque excision systems and the SpiderFX
embolic protection device for the treatment of moderate to severely calcified peripheral arterial disease in
the superficial femoral or popliteal arteries. An independent angiographic core laboratory and a Clinical
Events Committee (CEC) were employed to ensure unbiased review and classification of events and
endpoints. A total of 133 subjects from 17 centers were enrolled. A summary of safety and effectiveness
data is provided in Table 2.
Table 2. DEFINITIVE Ca++ summary of safety and effectiveness
Angiographic core
ParametersSite reported results
laboratory reported
results
Baseline Demographics
Age (mean ± SD)69.7 ± 9.8
Male71.4% (95/133)
Severe calcification81.0% (136/168)
Reference vessel diameter (mm) [mean ±
The proportion of subjects event-free (per angiographic core laboratory review and CEC adjudication) after
30 days was compared to a performance goal of 85.5% based on the TALON registry1. The 30-day
MAE-free rate was 93.1% (122/131). The 95% lower confidence limit was 88.3% (as calculated by the
Exact method), greater than the performance goal of 85.5%. Therefore, the primary safety endpoint was
met as assessed by the angiographic core laboratory2.
The primary effectiveness endpoint was successful revascularization of the target vessel (defined as less
than or equal to 50% residual diameter stenosis following plaque excision), as adjudicated by the
angiographic core laboratory. The proportion of lesions meeting this criterion was compared to a
performance goal of 90.0% based on the TALON registry. Results of residual diameter percentage
stenosis results from the TALON registry were based on site-reported data. Per angiographic core
laboratory assessment, the primary effectiveness criterion (≤ 50% residual diameter stenosis) was
achieved in 92.0% (150/163) of lesions. The lower bound of the confidence interval is 87.6%. Therefore,
the effectiveness endpoint was not met.
The protocol mandated the use of an independent angiographic core laboratory to apply consistency and
an unbiased assessment to residual diameter stenosis; however, the primary effectiveness performance
goal was based on site-reported residual diameter stenosis from the TALON registry. The differences
between site-assessed residual diameter stenosis data and angiographic core laboratory-assessed
residual diameter stenosis data that were seen in this study are consistent in direction and magnitude with
other studies.
Per angiographic core laboratory assessment, the primary endpoint success criterion was achieved in
97.0% (162/167) of lesions. The lower bound of the confidence interval is 93.8%, which is above the 90%
performance goal that was derived from the TALON site-reported data.
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0.0% (0/131)
9 How supplied
The catheter and cutter driver are packaged and sterilized individually, and are shipped in two shelf
cartons. Both are intended for single patient use only.
1
Ramiah et al. J Endovasc Ther 2006;13:592-602
2
Roberts D, Niazi K, Miller W, et al. CCI 2014 Jan 9. doi: 10.1002/ccd.25384.
3
Popma et al. Am J Cardiol 80: 19K-25K, 1997.
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Werk et al. Circulation 118: 1358-1365, 2008.
10 Storage, transport, and use conditions
Store the sterile packaged catheter and cutter driver in a dry area away from sunlight until ready to use.
Store and transport the cutter driver within the following ranges: temperature, -29–60°C; atmospheric
pressure, 700–1060 hPa; and humidity, less than 85%.
Warning: Use of the cutter driver is limited to a normal clinical environment (temperature 10–28°C;
atmospheric pressure 700–1060 hPa; humidity 30–75%).
Do not expose either device to organic solvents, ionizing radiation, ultraviolet light, or alcohol-based fluids.
Warning: Do not use this device in the presence of combustible or flammable gases, anesthetics,
cleaners, disinfectants, or in an oxygen-rich environment.
11 Directions for use
Warning: This device was designed for single use only. Do not reuse, reprocess, or resterilize this device.
Reuse, reprocessing, or resterilization may compromise the structural integrity of the device or create a risk
of contamination, which could result in patient injury, illness, or death.
11.1 Inspection
1. Before use, carefully inspect the catheter and cutter driver to verify that the sterile packaging and the
devices are not damaged.
Caution: Carefully inspect the sterile package and the device before use. Do not use the device if the
packaging or the device is damaged.
2. Connect the TurboHawk Plus catheter to the cutter driver by inserting the proximal end of the catheter
into the cutter driver. Ensure that the thumb switch aligns with the slot in the cutter driver (Figure 2).
When fully inserted, the catheter connector locks into the cutter driver. To remove the catheter from
the cutter driver, depress the catheter lock release button (Figure 2) and pull the catheter from the
cutter driver.
Caution: The TurboHawk Plus catheter (model numbers LS, LX, M, and S) and the cutter driver
(model number FG02550) are not compatible with the HawkOne catheter and cutter driver (model
number H1-14550). See Table 1 for compatibility information.
Note: To avoid accidentally activating the cutter driver, be sure the thumb switch is fully advanced
distally to the Off position before inserting the catheter into the cutter driver.
3. To confirm functionality of the TurboHawk Plus catheter, advance and retract the thumb switch. Verify
that the motor turns on and off, and the inner cutter moves freely. As shown in Figure 3, also verify that
the catheter tip deflects (2) and returns to its original configuration (1) as the cutter window position
is opened and closed. Advance the thumb switch to close the cutter window and turn the motor off.
Figure 3. Cutter window positions
1 Cutter window closed
2 Cutter window open with tip deflected
Note: The automatic motor control feature of the cutter driver can be disabled by using the main
power switch. When the switch is up, the automatic motor control is enabled. When the switch is
down, the thumb switch can be advanced and retracted without activating the motor.
4. Inspect the shaft, cutter housing and distal tip for sharp edges or protrusions. Do not use the catheter
if a sharp edge or a protrusion is detected.
Caution: Do not sharply bend or kink the TurboHawk Plus catheter shaft during handling. Sharply
bending or kinking the catheter shaft could damage the device and impair its function.
5. Check the catheter shaft for functionality of the hydrophilic coating. When wetted with sterile saline,
the catheter shaft feels slippery.
Note: To facilitate catheter handling, the most proximal portion of shaft is not coated.
6. If the catheter becomes kinked or damaged during use, replace the damaged catheter, together with
the cutter driver with a new system and return the used system to Medtronic for evaluation.
11.2 Preparation
• Purge air from the catheter
1. Fill a syringe (3 mL or larger) with heparinized saline.
2. Ensure that the main power switch on the cutter driver is turned to the Off position. Retract the
thumb switch to the On position to expose the cutter within the cutter window.
3. Flush the TurboHawk Plus catheter shaft by attaching the heparinized saline-filled syringe to the
TurboHawk Plus catheter flush port. Gently apply pressure to the syringe until all air has been
flushed from the TurboHawk Plus catheter and saline is seen exiting the cutter window.
4. Fully advance the thumb switch to the Off and closed position.
5. Submerge the catheter tip in saline and wet the entire catheter length to activate the hydrophilic
coating.
6. Slide the distal flush tool from the proximal to the distal end of the catheter and gently seat the
distal flush tool when it comes to a stop at the distal end.
Note: When the distal flush tool is seated, the flush window in the catheter tip is visible outside
the distal flush tool distal seal.
Figure 4. Distal flush tool, seated over the catheter tip
1 Distal flush window
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7. Rotate the distal end of the tip 180° clockwise to open the flush window. Point the tip away from
all individuals and cover with cloth to avoid spray.
8. Fill a syringe (10 mL recommended) with saline and attach the syringe to the luer lock on the
distal flush tool.
9. Retract the thumb switch to the On position to expose the cutter within the cutter window.
10. Flush the tip until fluid exits the distal end of the tip.
11. Fully advance the thumb switch until the cutter window is closed and the thumb switch is in the
Off position.
12. Rotate the distal end of the tip back to the closed position until the guidewire lumens are aligned.
Caution: Do not attempt to remove the distal flush tool from the catheter. Removing the distal
flush tool damages the catheter, making it nonfunctional.
13. Slide the distal flush tool back to the proximal end of the catheter.
14. Turn the main power switch of the cutter driver to the On position.
11.3 Insertion and use
Once prepared, the catheter is ready for insertion into the patient.
1. Insertion
a. Prepare the patient and administer the appropriate anticoagulant and vasodilator therapy for
standard percutaneous intervention.
b. Insert the sheath and hemostasis valve using standard techniques.
Caution: Refer to Table 1 for recommended sheath size requirements. Using sheaths that are
smaller than the recommended size can compromise device performance.
c. Locate the target lesion using angiographic assessment of the vessel.
d. If severe calcium is detected in the treatment area, use the SpiderFX embolic protection device
with the TurboHawk Plus catheter. Refer to the SpiderFX Instructions for use for appropriate
filter sizing and deployment instructions.
Caution: When using the SpiderFX device in combination with the TurboHawk Plus catheter,
the SpiderFX filter must be deployed with the proximal radiopaque marker placed no less than
7 cm (for M and S use), 8 cm (for LS use), or 11 cm (for LX use) distal to the lesion. Failure to
place the filter appropriately can compromise device performance.
e. Using standard technique, place a guidewire across the target lesion. If using the SpiderFX
device, the capture wire will act as the primary guidewire for the TurboHawk Plus catheter.
Note: Refer to the vessel range specifications in Table 1 for minimum vessel diameters that are
compatible with the applicable TurboHawk Plus catheter catalog number.
f. Ensure that the thumb switch is fully advanced in its closed and Off position.
g. Carefully backload the end of the guidewire through the tip of the TurboHawk Plus catheter,
making sure that the guidewire travels through both distal and proximal guidewire lumens and
exits proximal to the cutter.
Caution: The guidewire must go through both lumens; otherwise, the distal flush window on
the tip could be open. Operating the device with the distal flush window open could result in the
embolization of excised tissue.
h. Loosen the hemostasis valve (if applicable) and carefully insert the TurboHawk Plus catheter
into the sheath.
i. During insertion, hold the device close to the sheath hub and ensure axial alignment of the
catheter tip with the hemostasis valve.
Caution: Do not use excessive force, pinch, or bend the tip of the catheter when inserting the
catheter through the hemostasis valve of the sheath. Using excessive force, pinching, or
bending the tip can damage the device and impair its function.
j. Retighten the hemostasis valve (if applicable) to prevent blood loss.
Caution: If using a Tuohy-Borst sheath, do not over-tighten the Tuohy-Borst hemostasis valve.
Overtightening the Tuohy-Borst hemostasis valve may inhibit smooth advancement and
rotation of the TurboHawk Plus catheter or damage the shaft.
2. Lesion treatment
a. Using fluoroscopic guidance, carefully advance the TurboHawk Plus catheter to the proximal
edge of the target lesion.
Warning: Always use direct fluoroscopic observation when manipulating the TurboHawk Plus
catheter in the peripheral vessels. If resistance is met during manipulation, determine the
cause of resistance before proceeding.
Warning: Never advance the distal tip of the TurboHawk Plus catheter near the floppy end of
the guidewire. If the TurboHawk Plus catheter is advanced to this position, it can cause the
guidewire to buckle into a loop when retracting the catheter. If buckling occurs, remove the
catheter and guidewire together to prevent potential damage to vessel walls. If resistance is still
felt, remove the sheath together with the guidewire and catheter.
Warning: Avoid excessive movement of the TurboHawk Plus catheter within the vessel at all
times. Excessive movement could result in embolization or vessel damage. In addition,
excessive catheter manipulation while the cutter window is open could result in embolization of
previously excised tissue fragments.
Warning: The cutter section of the TurboHawk Plus catheter is a rigid component. Vessel
trauma or device failure can result if excessive force or torque is used to advance the catheter.
Warning: Do not use the TurboHawk Plus catheter in bends in excess of 90°. Using the
catheter in bends in excess of 90° can result in device failure.
Note: If the TurboHawk Plus catheter cannot be advanced across the lesion, consider carefully
removing the TurboHawk Plus catheter and predilating the lesion with a small diameter balloon
angioplasty catheter.
b. Carefully rotate the TurboHawk Plus catheter cutter window toward the treatment site. Perform
additional angiographic assessment to confirm the catheter position in relation to the lesion.
Note: The cutter housing surrounding the cutter and the entire distal tip are radiopaque to
facilitate angiographic visualization of the device orientation.
Figure 5. Cutter housing
1 Right
2 Anterior / Posterior
3 Left
4 Proximal
Caution: Do not torque the catheter shaft more than 360° in one direction. Torquing the
catheter shaft more than 360° in one direction could result in tip fracture or other device failure.
If the TurboHawk Plus catheter is not rotating easily, reposition the catheter or predilate the
lesion.
c. To begin directional atherectomy, retract the thumb switch to expose the rotating blade and
deflect the catheter tip.
Note: When advancing or retracting the thumb switch, the switch must be moved until a “click”
is felt. Feeling the “click” indicates that the catheter has achieved its fully retracted or fully
advanced position.
Warning: Operating the device with the blade partially opened or closed could result in vessel
trauma or possible embolization of previously excised tissue.
d. With the motor running, slowly advance the TurboHawk Plus catheter through the target lesion
under fluoroscopic guidance.
Caution: The cutter driver is not designed for continuous operation. Do not run the cutter driver
for more than 15 minutes in any 30 minute period.
Warning: When using the SpiderFX device in combination with the TurboHawk Plus catheter,
never advance the distal tip of the TurboHawk Plus catheter near the proximal radiopaque
marker band of the SpiderFX device. Contact with the marker band can result in distal
embolization of the captured debris, as well as vessel trauma or device failure.
Reference Table 3 for the length of cut that can be completed for the corresponding catalog
number. Recommended cut speed is 2 mm/s.
Table 3. Length of cut
3. Catheter removal
4. Tissue removal
Catalog numberLength of cut
THP-LS50 mm
THP-LX75 mm
THP-S40 mm
THP-M40 mm
Ensure that the remaining storage capacity of the tip is not exceeded during subsequent
passes. Determine if the tip is full based on the tactile feel of the thumb switch and by using
fluoroscopic guidance to assess how far the cutter travels into the tip.
Warning: Exceeding the recommended maximum length or storage capacity of the catheter
tip before removing and emptying the device increases the risk of embolized excised tissue
fragments.
Note: If using the SpiderFX device, use regular fluoroscopic observation to verify that the filter
is not occluded with debris, resulting in slow or no-flow. If the filter becomes occluded or flow is
compromised, remove the TurboHawk Plus catheter and recover the filter. Once recovered, the
filter cannot be reintroduced into the body. Deploy a new filter per the SpiderFX embolic
protection device Instructions for use.
e. Stop advancing the catheter upon reaching the end of the target segment. Carefully advance
the thumb switch to close the cutter and turn off the cutter driver. Cutter closure is indicated by
a tactile “click.”
Warning: If the TurboHawk Plus catheter does not advance easily, close the cutter by
advancing the thumb switch. Do not use excessive force to advance the thumb switch. Assess
whether device repositioning or predilation is required.
f. After reaching the end of the target segment, use a combination of angiographic or
intravascular ultrasound imaging to assess the extent of directional atherectomy.
Note: If using the SpiderFX device, verify that the filter has not become occluded with debris,
before making additional cutting passes with the TurboHawk Plus catheter.
g. If there is adequate storage capacity remaining in the tip, the TurboHawk Plus catheter can be
readvanced and positioned for the additional cut by repeating steps 2a through 2f (see the
following note).
Note: If the thumb switch cannot be fully advanced (after completing a cut), the tip could be at
full capacity. Proceed to Step 3Catheter removal and Step 4 Tissue removal.
a. Carefully remove the catheter from the patient under fluoroscopic guidance.
b. Perform final angiographic or intravascular ultrasound evaluation after the TurboHawk Plus
catheter treatment.
a. Remove the catheter from the 0.36 mm (0.014 in) guidewire.
b. Fully advance the thumb switch to the closed and Off position. Turn the main power switch on
the cutter driver to the Off position.
c. Gently wipe down the outside of the tip and catheter with wet gauze.
d. Slide the distal flush tool from the proximal end to the distal end of the catheter and gently seat
the flush tool against the hard stop at the distal end.
Note: Verify that the flush window is visible outside of the seal.
Figure 6. Distal flush tool, seated over the catheter tip
1 Distal flush window
e. Rotate the distal end of the tip 180° clockwise to open the flush window. Point the tip away from
all individuals and cover with a cloth to avoid spray.
f. Fill a syringe (10 mL recommended) with saline and attach the syringe to the luer lock on the
distal flush tool.
g. Retract the thumb switch to the On position to expose the cutter within the cutter window.
h. Flush the tip with one constant stroke of 5–10 mL per second. (Repeat if necessary to remove
tissue.)
i. Use tweezers to retrieve exposed tissue from the flush window if the tissue was not fully flushed
from the window.
Caution: Avoid using excessive force when removing tissue with tweezers to avoid damaging
the device.
j. Fully advance the thumb switch to the closed and Off position.
k. Rotate the distal end of the tip back to the closed position until the guidewire lumens are
aligned.
l. Slide the distal flush tool back to the proximal end of the catheter.
5 Distal
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Caution: Do not attempt to remove the distal flush tool from the catheter. Removing the distal
flush tool damages the catheter, making it nonfunctional.
m. Turn the main power switch of the cutter driver to the On position.
5. Repeated insertion and use
a. If additional insertions are needed, repeat the process from Step 1c in Insertion and use.
b. This cutting sequence can be repeated as necessary to achieve the desired degree of plaque
excision.
Note: In vitro testing in severely calcified cadaver lesions has demonstrated minimal cutter
wear after cutting calcified lesions for a total length of 500 mm. Device performance was
maintained throughout the testing.
Caution: Cutting extended lengths in severely calcified lesions can result in cutter wear.
Encountering increased resistance during a cutting pass could indicate that the device needs
to be replaced.
12 Disposal
Caution: Dispose of the device in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and hospital procedures,
including those regarding biohazards, microbial hazards, and infectious substances.
Follow local governing ordinances and recycling plans regarding disposal or recycling of device
components. Do not incinerate the cutter driver, as the enclosed batteries can explode at excessive
temperatures.
Caution: The cutter driver is a single use device. Do not open the cutter driver casing, modify the cutter
driver components, or change the cutter driver battery. Opening or modifying the cutter driver could result
in damage to the device or injury to the patient or physician.
13 Electromagnetic compatibility limits
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the EMC limits for the Medical Device Directive
93/42/EEC (EN 55011 Class A and EN 60601-1-2), the IEC 60601-1:2012 (3.1 Edition), and the IEC
60601-1-2:2014 (4th Edition). The cutter driver needs special precautions regarding electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC) to ensure it is installed and put into service according to the EMC information provided
in this document. The cutter driver can radiate radio frequency energy, and operators could experience
harmful interference to or from other devices (test by turning the cutter driver off and on). Correct the
interference by reorienting or relocating the receiving device, increasing the separation between devices,
or consulting the manufacturer of the equipment experiencing the interference.
Table 4. Guidance and manufacturers declaration – electromagnetic emissions
The cutter driver is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment as specified in the
following guidance. The customer or the user of the cutter driver must ensure that it is used in
such an environment.
RF emissions CISPR 11Class A Group 1The cutter driver is suitable for
Warning: Avoid using this equipment if it is adjacent to, or stacked with, other equipment. Such use could
cause this equipment to operate improperly. If this equipment must be set up adjacent to, or stacked with,
other equipment, verify that all the equipment is operating properly.
Warning: Use of accessories, transducers, and cables (other than those specified or provided by
Medtronic) could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of
this equipment, and could result in improper operation.
Warning: Use portable RF communication equipment (including cables specified by Medtronic or
peripherals given as antenna cables and external antennas) no closer than 30 cm (12 in) of any part of the
TurboHawk Plus directional atherectomy system. If the communication equipment is too close to the
TurboHawk Plus system, the system’s performance could be compromised.
Caution: Do not use the device in proximity to known sources of electromagnetic disturbance such as
radio-frequency identification (RFID) readers, electronic security systems (e.g., metal detectors, electronic
article surveillance), near-field communications (NFC) systems, wireless power transfer (WPT) and
unique medical emitters such as electrocautery, MRI, electrosurgical units, and diathermy equipment.
Operating near these devices may lead to device malfunction.
Guidance and manufacturers declaration – electromagnetic immunity
Table 5.
The cutter driver is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment as specified in the
following guidance. The customer or the user of the cutter driver must ensure that it is used in
such an environment.
Immunity testIEC 60601 test level Compliance levelElectromagnetic envi-
Electrostatic discharge
(ESD)
IEC 61000-4-2±15 kV air±15 kV air
Radiated RF3 V/m 80 MHz to
IEC 61000-4-3
Conducted Immunity
IEC 61000-4-6
Power frequency
(50/60 Hz) magnetic
field IEC 61000-4-8
concrete, or ceramic tile. If
floors are covered with synthetic material, the relative
humidity should be at least
30%.
Use portable and mobile
RF communications equipment no closer than the recommended separation distance to any part of the cutter driver. The recommended separation distance
can be calculated from the
equation applicable to the
frequency of the transmitter. The recommended
separation distance is a
minimum of 0.2 meter for
transmitters of 80 MHz to
2.5 GHz. Interference may
occur in the vicinity of
equipment marked with the
following symbol:
& 6 V
RMS
quency magnetic fields are
at levels characteristic of a
Table 5. Guidance and manufacturers declaration – electromagnetic immunity (continued)
The cutter driver is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment as specified in the
following guidance. The customer or the user of the cutter driver must ensure that it is used in
such an environment.
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by
absorption and reflection from structures, objects, and people.
a) The ISM (industrial, scientific and medical) bands between 150 kHz and 80 MHz are 6.765 MHz to
6.795 MHz; 13.553 MHz to 13.567 MHz; 26.957 MHz to 27.283 MHz; and 40.66 MHz to 40.70 MHz.
b) The compliance levels in the ISM frequency bands between 150 kHz and 80 MHz and in the frequency
range 80 MHz to 2.5 GHz are intended to decrease the likelihood of interference from mobile and portable
communications equipment in case they are inadvertently brought into patient areas. For this reason, an
additional factor of 10:3 has been incorporated into the formulae used in calculating the recommended
separation distance for transmitters in these frequency ranges.
c) Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones
and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast, and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. Consider conducting an electromagnetic site survey to assess the
impact of fixed RF transmitters on the electromagnetic environment. If the measured field strength in the
location where the cutter driver is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level as defined in
Table 5, observe the system to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, attempt
additional measures, such as reorienting or relocating the cutter driver.
d) Ensure that field strengths are less than 3 V/m over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz.
Table 6. Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications
equipment and the cutter driver
The cutter driver is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF
disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the cutter driver can help prevent
electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile
RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the system.
Rated maximum out-
put power of transmit-
ter
W
Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter
m
150 kHz to 80 MHz80 MHz to 800 MHz800 MHz to 2,5 GHz
typical location in a typical
hospital environment.
0.010.12 m0.12 m0.23 m
0.10.37 m0.37 m0.74 m
11.17 m1.17 m2.3 m
103.70 m3.70 m7.4 m
10011.70 m11.70 m23.3 m
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by
absorption and reflection from structures, objects, and people.
14 About this manual
Read this manual and follow its instructions carefully. The words Warning, Caution, and Note convey
special meanings. Carefully review these instructions when they are used throughout this manual to ensure
safe and effective operation of this product.
Warning: A Warning indicates that the personal safety of the patient or physician may be involved.
Disregarding a Warning could result in injury to the patient or physician.
Caution: A Caution indicates that particular service procedures or precautions must be followed to avoid
possible damage to the product.
Note: A Note indicates special information to facilitate use of the product, or to clarify important
information.
15 Disclaimer of warranty
Important: This disclaimer of warranty does not apply in any countries where such a disclaimer is not
permitted by law.
The warnings contained in the product labeling provide more detailed information and are
considered an integral part of this disclaimer of warranty. Although the product has been
manufactured under carefully controlled conditions, Medtronic has no control over the
conditions under which this product is used. Medtronic, therefore, disclaims all warranties, both
express and implied, with respect to the product, including, but not limited to, any implied
warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Medtronic shall not be liable to
any person or entity for any medical expenses or any direct, incidental, or consequential
damages caused by any use, defect, failure, or malfunction of the product, whether a claim for
such damages is based upon warranty, contract, tort, or otherwise. No person has any authority
to bind Medtronic to any representation or warranty with respect to the product.
The exclusions and limitations set out above are not intended to, and should not be construed so as to,
contravene mandatory provisions of applicable law. If any part or term of this disclaimer of warranty is held
to be illegal, unenforceable, or in conflict with applicable law by a court of competent jurisdiction, the validity
of the remaining portions of this disclaimer of warranty shall not be affected, and all rights and obligations
shall be construed and enforced as if this disclaimer of warranty did not contain the particular part or term
held to be invalid.
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