The Economizer Conserving Regulator is used to deliver a prescribed flow of gas to the patient while conserving gas, by sensing the patient inhalation cycle and supplying gas only during that phase of breathing.
Device Story
The Inovo Economizer Conserving Regulator is a mechanical, non-electric device combining a high-pressure oxygen regulator and a conserving mechanism. It attaches to high-pressure oxygen cylinders to provide supplemental oxygen to ambulatory patients. The device operates via a pneumatic sensing diaphragm that detects patient inhalation and exhalation cycles; it triggers oxygen flow during inhalation and shuts off during exhalation to extend ambulatory time. It features a click-style flow control (1-6 LPM) and can switch between continuous and conserve modes. The device uses a dual-lumen cannula: one lumen senses inhalation, the other delivers oxygen. It is intended for use by patients in ambulatory settings. By conserving gas, it increases the duration of oxygen supply compared to continuous flow systems.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing, including ASTM G175, conservation, flow regulation, flow response, proof pressure, hydrostatic, and environmental testing.
Technological Characteristics
Mechanical, non-electric oxygen regulator and conserver. Materials: Aluminum body, brass in high-pressure zones. Operating pressure: 200-3000 psig; nominal outlet pressure: 22 psi. Flow range: 1-6 LPM in 0.5 LPM increments. Pneumatic sensing diaphragm for inhalation detection. Compatible with dual-lumen cannulas.
Indications for Use
Indicated for ambulatory patients requiring supplemental oxygen therapy to deliver prescribed gas flow while conserving oxygen supply by sensing inhalation cycles.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A noncontinuous ventilator (intermittent positive pressure breathing-IPPB) is a device intended to deliver intermittently an aerosol to a patient's lungs or to assist a patient's breathing.
Predicate Devices
OPC Oxygen Conserving Regulator, Model AHG (K010747)
O2n Demand II, Victor Model OCPR-II, and Oxygen Conserving Pressure Regulator-II (OCPR-II) (K992659)
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## 510(K) SUMMARY
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR §807.92.
The assigned 510(k) number is:
#### Submitter's Identification: 1.
Inovo, Inc. 3786 Mercantile Avenue Naples, FL 34104
Date Summary Prepare: June 25, 2003
Contact Person: Mr. Kevin Confoy General Manager
#### 2. Name of the Device:
Inovo, Inc. Economizer Conserving Regulator
#### 3. Predicate Device Information:
- 1. K#010747, OPC Oxygen Conserving Regulator, Model AHG, Western Medica, West Lake, Ohio
- 2. K#992659, O₂n Demand II, Victor Model OCPR-II, and Oxygen Conserving Pressure Regulator-II (OCPR-II) Victor Equipment Company, Denton, Texas
#### 4. Device Description:
The Inovo, Inc., Economizer Conserving Regulator is a high pressure oxygen requlator and conserving device that is combined into a single compact unit. It operates in the same manner as traditional oxygen pressure regulators with the added benefit of having a conserving device included. It is constructed with an aluminum one piece body with all brass in the high pressure zones. The system is designed for an ambulatory patient with a high pressure oxygen cylinder. This unit requires no electrical power source. It operates with an operating pressure of 200 to 3000 psig and a nominal outlet pressure of 22 psi.
The device can function as a standard continuous flow regulator or as a conserving device which will double a patient's ambulatory time over that of a continuous oxygen system.
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In conserving mode, the flow of oxygen is controlled by the patients inhalation and exhalation, which triggers a sensing diaphragm within the control module. As a result, the unit starts flowing oxygen when the user begins the inhalation cycle. Conversely, the unit shuts off the flow of oxygen when the user ceases inhalation.
It includes a click style flow control with selectable outlet flow that ranges 1 to 6 LPM by .5 LPM increments. The device can easily be switched between continuous or conserve mode without turning the device off.
The device uses a dual lumen cannula attached to two outlet ports. The first port senses the inhalation of the patient . The second port delivers the oxygen. In the "Conserve" mode, the device should be used only with the Hudson Dual Lumen Cannula (K# 961150) or a cannula with the same pneumatic characteristics.
#### 5. Intended Use:
The Economizer Conserving Requlator is used to deliver a prescribed flow of gas to the patient while conserving gas, by sensing the patient inhalation cycle and supplying gas only during that phase of breathing.
#### 6. Comparison to Predicate Devices:
The Inovo. Inc. Economizer Conserving Requlator is substantially equivalent to the Western Medica OPC Oxygen Conserving Regulator, K#010747 and the Victor Equipment Company O2n Demand II, Victor Model OCPR-II, and Oxygen Conserving Pressure Regulator-II (OCPR-II), K# 992659. These predicate devices were cleared with the same indications for use as our device.
Similarities include features of the device, input operating pressure, outlet pressure, selectable outlet flows, oxygen conservation, inlet configuration, outlet connection, gauge and trigger point. There are few differences such as unit weight and response time. A major feature is a compact aluminum body with brass in all high pressure zones.
### 7. Discussion of Non-Clinical Tests Performed for Determination of Substantial Equivalence are as follows:
Performance Testing Included:
- ASTM G175 (formerly PS 127.00) .
- Conservation Test .
- . Flow Regulation Test
- . Flow Response Test
- Proof Pressure Test ●
- Hydrostatic Test .
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- Environment Testing .
#### Discussion of Clinical Tests Performed: 8.
Not Applicable
#### Conclusions: 9.
The subject device, the Inovo, Inc. Economizer Conserving Regulator has the same intended use as the predicate devices, the Western Medica OCD Oxygen Conserving Regulator and the Victor O₂n Demand II OCPR-II. Moreover, bench testing contained in our submission and non-clinical testing supplied demonstrates that there are no differences in their technological characteristics, thereby not raising any new questions of safety and effectiveness. Thus, the Inovo, inc. Economizer Conserving Regulator is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Inovo, Incorporated c/o Ms. Susan D. Goldstein-Falk mdi Consultants, Incorporated 55 Northern Blvd, Suite 200 Great Neck, New York 11021
Re: K031983
Trade/Device Name: Economizer Conserving Regulator Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5905 Regulation Name: Noncontinuous Ventilator (IPPB) Regulatory Class: II Product Code: NFB Dated: June 25, 2003 Received: June 26, 2003
Dear Ms. Goldstein-Falk:
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, 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 (PMA), 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 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4646. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours,
Susan Runne
Susan Runner, DDS, MA Interim Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Device Name: Inovo, Inc. Economizer Conserving Regulator
Indications For Use:
The Economizer Conserving Regulator is used to deliver a prescribed flow of gas to the patient while conserving gas, by sensing the patient inhalation cycle and supplying gas only during that phase of breathing.
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