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Endovascular Systems for AAA Repai

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Abstract: The 2015 Clinical Update by Endologix, Inc. summarizes the long-term clinical experience with the Powerlink and AFX Endovascular AAA Systems for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair. It includes data from five US clinical studies involving 726 patients, supporting the systems' marketing approvals by the US FDA. Key findings highlight high rates of freedom from aneurysm-related mortality and low incidence of major adverse events and endoleaks. Improvements in device design and delivery systems, such as the AFX® Endovascular AAA System and the Vela™ Proximal Endograft System, are also noted.
Reader’s Guide: This section provides an overview of the report's contents, including data on patient accountability, adverse events, and aneurysm sac diameter regression. It discusses worldwide post-market information on product use, safety, and performance, and outlines device descriptions, including recent improvements to the AFX stent graft family.
Device Description: The Endologix Powerlink and AFX stent graft systems are designed for endovascular treatment of AAA. Recent improvements include the Vela™ Proximal Endograft System and the introduction of Duraply™ graft material, enhancing strength and biocompatibility. The AFX2 Bifurcated Endograft System features a new delivery system with an integrated contralateral wire.
Introduction: Endologix emphasizes its commitment to patient safety and providing updated data to physicians. The report marks the 11-year anniversary of the Powerlink System's FDA approval and highlights the systems' safety and effectiveness in endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR).
Section 1: US Pivotal Clinical Studies: This section details the long-term follow-up results from five US pivotal clinical studies, demonstrating the safety and effectiveness of the Powerlink stent graft. Key outcomes include high rates of freedom from aneurysm-related mortality and low incidence of major adverse events.
Section 2: Worldwide Post-Marketing Experience: 151,652 devices have been distributed globally. Endologix maintains a system for collecting and monitoring customer experience reports, complying with US and international regulations. Post-market surveillance confirms the effectiveness of training programs and labeling elements to mitigate risks.
Section 3: Explant Analyses: Summarizes explant analyses from clinical studies and commercial experience. Evaluations were conducted using standard techniques and independent laboratory analyses.
Section 4: Notes to Clinicians: Provides recommendations on patient selection, device selection, and follow-up, including imaging assessments.
Section 5: Product Information: Summarizes product indications, contraindications, warnings, and precautions. Includes information from peer-reviewed literature on Powerlink and AFX outcomes.
Key Findings: Consistent positive results across studies validate the safety and effectiveness of the devices. No significant device integrity loss observed through long-term follow-up. Post-marketing data supports the training and labeling strategies to ensure patient safety.
Summary of Device Performance and Issues: The document reports on the performance of the Powerlink and AFX Systems for treating abdominal aortic aneurysms. Key issues include stent fractures, kinking, and Type IIIB endoleaks, primarily associated with bifurcated devices. A reduction in Type IIIB endoleaks was noted following procedural updates and retraining.
Device Explant Evaluations: Explant evaluations are conducted to ensure product quality and safety. The primary cause for explants is unresolved endoleaks. A total of 76 explants were reported, with the mean time to explant being 16 months. No manufacturing issues were identified.
Recommendations for Clinicians: Clinicians are advised on patient and device selection, emphasizing the importance of anatomical considerations and device overlap. Regular follow-up with imaging is crucial to monitor device integrity and aneurysm status. Specific recommendations are provided for managing endoleaks and other complications.
Product Improvements: Continuous feedback from clinical and commercial experiences has led to enhancements in device design and implantation techniques to prevent issues like distal migration and lateral movement.
Device Specifications and Options: The report highlights the introduction of various bifurcated and extension stent graft options to accommodate different patient anatomies, including those with larger iliac arteries. The devices are available in both infrarenal and suprarenal configurations to suit specific anatomical and clinical needs.
Delivery System Enhancements: Improvements have been made to the delivery system to increase flexibility and maneuverability, including the incorporation of a snarable tip for easier contralateral limb placement. The AFX 17Fr Introducer System was developed to provide low-profile access and compatibility with all AFX stent graft delivery systems.
Material and Design Improvements: The Vela™ Proximal Endograft System and DURAPLY™ material enhancements were introduced to improve graft strength and biocompatibility. The AFX2 Bifurcated Endograft System features a new delivery system with an integrated contralateral wire to simplify deployment.
Clinical Studies and Outcomes: The LEOPARD Study, a multicenter, prospective, randomized study, was initiated to evaluate the outcomes of endovascular AAA repair using the AFX system compared to other stent grafts. The study aims to enroll 800 patients and will provide future clinical updates.
Instructions for Use (IFU) Updates: The IFU has been updated to clarify procedure planning, follow-up imaging, and deployment instructions. Emphasis is placed on preventing Type III endoleaks and ensuring adequate overlap between stent graft components.
Indications, Warnings, and Precautions: The document outlines critical factors for successful endovascular repair, including patient selection, device delivery, and follow-up. It warns against using the device in patients with certain conditions and emphasizes the importance of trained vascular teams during procedures.
Adverse Events and Reporting: Potential adverse events are listed, and the importance of reporting any incidents to Endologix is stressed. The document provides contact information for reporting adverse events.
Conclusion: The document underscores the continuous improvements and clinical evaluations of the Endologix systems to enhance patient outcomes and address diverse anatomical challenges in endovascular AAA repair.
Key Sections:
  • Clinical Studies: The document cites numerous studies that have evaluated the performance of the Endologix stent graft. These studies include midterm results, long-term outcomes, and specific trials focusing on different aspects of the device's performance, such as fixation techniques and anatomical considerations.
  • Outcomes and Efficacy: The studies collectively demonstrate the efficacy of the Endologix stent graft in repairing abdominal aortic aneurysms. They highlight the device's performance in terms of secure fixation, influence of aneurysm size on outcomes, and the impact of anatomical fixation on results.
  • Procedural Techniques: The document discusses various procedural techniques, including percutaneous access versus open femoral exposure, and the use of anatomical fixation techniques. These techniques are evaluated for their impact on clinical outcomes.
  • Recommendations and Best Practices: The document suggests best practices for using the Endologix stent graft, including the importance of initial post-EVAR computed tomography angiography scans in predicting future procedures.
Conclusion: The clinical update consolidates evidence from multiple studies, supporting the use of the Endologix endovascular stent graft in a variety of clinical scenarios. It emphasizes the importance of anatomical considerations and procedural techniques in achieving optimal outcomes.
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Endovascular Systems for AAA Repair 2 Musick │ Irvine, CA 92618 │ Tel 949.595.7200 │ Fax 949.612.1893 │ www.endologi

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Endologix, Inc. Powerlink System and AFX Endovascular AAA System 2015 Clinical Update TABLE OF CONTENTS Section

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Endologix, Inc. Powerlink System and AFX Endovascular AAA System 2015 Clinical Update ABSTRACT This 2015 Clinical Update report provides a current summary of long-term clinical experience for the Endologix studies for endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair with the Endologix Powerlink and AFX stent graft systems. Five US clinical studies involving 726 patients have been performed and results submitted to the US FDA to support marketing approvals. This includes the Infrarenal Bifurcated study, Suprarenal Bifurcated study, XL Aortic Extension study, Suprarenal Aortic Extension study,...

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Endologix, Inc. Powerlink System and AFX Endovascular AAA System 2015 Clinical Update READER’S GUIDE Endologix, Inc. has prepared this clinical update to provide current information on the worldwide experience to date to physician users. Data and information on the final follow-up on the test patients implanted with the device during the original studies and on surgical control patients is detailed, including patient accountability, adverse events, incidence of endoleak, and aneurysm sac diameter regression. In addition, worldwide post-market information pertaining to product use, safety, and...

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Endologix, Inc. Powerlink System and AFX Endovascular AAA System 2015 Clinical Update The Endologix unibody infrarenal bifurcated stent grafts (primary device) has a main body with two attached limbs. Accessory stent grafts for customization to the patient anatomy are comprised of infrarenal and suprarenal proximal extensions and limb extensions in straight, tapered, flared, and stepped configurations. Both Powerlink and AFX stent grafts are constructed from the same cobalt chromium alloy stent cage. The high density expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) graft cover used in the AFX stent graft...

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Endologix, Inc. Powerlink System and AFX Endovascular AAA System 2015 Clinical Update The AFX® Endograft AAA System is used with a separate 17Fr AFX Introducer System (19Fr outside diameter). All AFX stent graft delivery systems are compatible with the AFX Introducer System. There are three types of stent graft delivery systems that require delivery through the introducer system: the bifurcated stent graft delivery system; the Vela™ Proximal Endograft System, and the standard limb extension delivery system. A lower profile limb extension delivery system in 14 or 16Fr outer profile may be used...

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Endologix, Inc. Powerlink System and AFX Endovascular AAA System 2015 Clinical Update decreased in the majority of patients, and mean sac diameter continued to decrease over time. Secondary interventions within five years were performed primarily for Type II endoleak, with low rates of device-related interventions for endoleak or limb occlusion. No aneurysm rupture, stent fracture, graft failure, or other significant device integrity loss was observed through final five-year follow-up. No aneurysm-related deaths were observed in the PEVAR trial among 100 patients randomized to either totally...

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Endologix, Inc. Powerlink System and AFX Endovascular AAA System 2015 Clinical Update SECTION 1: US Pivotal Clinical Trials Endologix has completed five US pivotal clinical studies of the Powerlink System for endovascular AAA repair that were the basis for determinations of reasonable assurances of safety and effectiveness by the US Food and Drug Administration:† • Infrarenal Bifurcated Study: This multicenter, prospective, concurrently controlled clinical study compared 192 standard risk patients with anatomy suitable for endovascular repair to 66 patients treated with open surgery. Patients...

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Endologix, Inc. Powerlink System and AFX Endovascular AAA System 2015 Clinical Update Suprarenal Aortic Extension Study: This multicenter, prospective, single arm clinical study enrolled 44 patients with infrarenal aortic necks up to 26mm in diameter and anatomy suitable for endovascular repair. Enrollment commenced in May 2006, and per the originally approved protocol and patient consent, patients were followed to the primary 30-day time point with continued long-term follow-up commitment. An independent DSMB periodically reviewed the results of this study and recommended study continuation...

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Table 1. Patient and Imaging Accountability - Infrarenal Bifurcated Study Test Group1

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Endologix, Inc. Powerlink System and AFX Endovascular AAA System 2015 Clinical Update Table 3. Patient and Imaging Accountability – Suprarenal Bifurcated Study Test Group1 Events >4Yrs and <5Yrs 5 Years (±3 months) Events >3Yrs and <4Yrs 4 Years (±3 months) Events >2Yrs and <3Yrs 3 Years (±3 months) Events >1Yr and <2Yrs 2 Years (±3 months) Events >6Mo and <1Yr 1 Year (±2 months) Withdrawn/ Lost Events >1Mo and <6Mo 6 Months (±1 month) Events after Implant and <1Mo 1 Month (±2 weeks) Technical Failure Conversion Aneurysm Size Change Pts. with Adequate Imaging to Events Occurring Before Assess...

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Patient Follow-up n (% of eligible) Pts. with Imaging n (% of eligible) Pts. with Adequate Imaging to Assess Parameter: n (% of eligible) Events Occurring Before Next Visit Events after Implant and <1Mo

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Table 5. Patient and Imaging Accountability - Suprarenal Aortic Extension Study1

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Endologix, Inc. Powerlink System and AFX Endovascular AAA System 2015 Clinical Update Aneurysm-Related Mortality Aneurysm-related mortality is defined as any death within 30 days of implantation, regardless of cause; and any death after 30 days due to aneurysm rupture, a primary or secondary procedure, or surgical conversion. Table 7 summarizes the aneurysm-related deaths in the Infrarenal Bifurcated Test, Surgical Control, Suprarenal Bifurcated Test, XL Study, Suprarenal Aortic Extension, and PEVAR Trial groups. Table 7. Aneurysm-Related Death Summaries By Study Group

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