K053027 · Welch Allyn, Inc. · MWI · Nov 22, 2005 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K053027
Device Name
VSM VITAL SIGNS MONITOR, MODEL 53000 (VSM 300)
Applicant
Welch Allyn, Inc.
Product Code
MWI · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Nov 22, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 870.2300
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The VSM series of monitors is intended to be used by clinicians and medically qualified personnel for monitoring of noninvasive blood pressure, pulse rate, body temperature, noninvasive functional oxygen saturation of arteriolar hemoglobin (SpO2), and body temperature in normal and axillary modes of neonatal, pediatric and adult patients. The most likely locations for patients to be monitored are general medical and surgical floors, general hospital and alternate care environments. This device is available for sale only upon the order of a physician or licensed health care professional.
Device Story
VSM 300 is a multi-parameter physiological monitor for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients. Inputs include NIBP cuffs, temperature probes, and pulse oximetry sensors. Device processes signals to display real-time NIBP (systolic, diastolic, MAP), pulse rate, body temperature, and SpO2 (including pleth waveform). Operated by clinicians in hospital/alternate care settings. Modification incorporates Masimo pulse oximetry technology as an alternative to Nellcor sensors; main board software updated to interpret Masimo protocol. Output provides vital sign data and status information to assist clinical decision-making. Benefits include continuous, noninvasive patient monitoring.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Testing performed per internal documents 831-1031-02 and 831-1050-00 using production-equivalent units. Risk analysis and mitigation documented per ISO 9001/13485 quality systems.
Technological Characteristics
Multi-parameter monitor for NIBP, pulse, temperature, and SpO2. Integrates Masimo pulse oximetry module. Connectivity via main board interface. Complies with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485. Software modified to support Masimo communication protocol.
Indications for Use
Indicated for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients in general medical/surgical floors, hospitals, and alternate care environments for monitoring noninvasive blood pressure, pulse rate, body temperature, and SpO2.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A cardiac monitor (including cardiotachometer and rate alarm) is a device used to measure the heart rate from an analog signal produced by an electrocardiograph, vectorcardiograph, or blood pressure monitor. This device may sound an alarm when the heart rate falls outside preset upper and lower limits.
Predicate Devices
VSM Vital Signs Monitor, Model 53000 Series (K031740)
Reference Devices
Nellcor MP506A pulse oximeter
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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#### 3. Premarket Notification [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. Information supporting claims of substantial equivalence, as defined under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, respecting safety and effectiveness, is outlined below.
| Date Prepared: | October 14, 2005 |
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| Name of Submitter: | Welch Allyn Protocol, Inc.<br>8500 S.W. Creekside Place<br>Beaverton, OR 97008-7107 USA<br><br>Contact:<br>John Sawyer, Vice President, Worldwide Regulatory Affairs<br>Phone: (315) 685-4571<br>Fax: (315) 685-2532 |
| Device Proprietary Name: | VSM, Vital Signs Monitor, Model 53000 Series ( VSM 300) |
| Classification Name: | The Vital Signs Monitor is classified under:<br>Monitor, Physiological, Patient, (without Arrhythmia Detection or<br>Alarms), 21 CFR 870.2300, Product Code MWI;<br>Noninvasive Blood Pressure Measurement System, 21 CFR<br>870.1130, Product Code DXN;<br>Oximeter, 21 CFR 870.2700, Product Code DQA; and<br>Thermometer, Electronic, Clinical, 21 CFR 880.2190, Product Code<br>FLL |
| Common/Usual Names: | Multi-parameter Physiological Patient Monitor,<br>Noninvasive Blood Pressure Measurement System,<br>Pulse Oximeter,<br>Electronic Thermometer |
| Predicate Device: | The predicate device is Welch Allyn Protocol, Inc.'s VSM Vital<br>Signs Monitor, Model 53000 Series, which was cleared for<br>marketing under 510(k) K031740. The subject device is the result<br>of a modification to the predicate, by incorporation of an optional<br>Masimo pulse oximeter. The intended use of the predicate device<br>has not changed as a result of this modification. |
| Device Description: | The VSM, Vital Signs Monitor, Model 53000 Series, (VSM 300)<br>provides real time monitoring and display of noninvasive blood |
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# WelchAllyn
### Special 510(k) Premarket Notification Modification to Vital Signs Monitor
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pressure (NIBP), pulse rate, body temperature and noninvasive oxygen saturation of arteriolar hemoglobin (SpO2).
- . NIBP - Noninvasive Blood Pressure is intended to noninvasively measure systolic, diastolic and mean arterial pressures (MAP).
- 트 Temperature – Intermittent thermometer takes patient temperature in oral, axillary or rectal mode. .
- .. SpO2 - Pulse Oximetry channel is intended to noninyasively measure oxygen saturation of arteriolar hemoglobin at a peripheral measurement site.
The subject device is a modified version of the Model 53000 Series vital signs monitor, which was cleared for marketing under 510(k) K031740. The Model 53000 Series vital signs monitor has been modified to allow it to interface with the Masimo pulse oximeter as an alternative to the Nellcor MP506A pulse oximeter. The Masimo and Nellcor MP506A pulse oximeters are very similar in basic functionality and in their connection to the Model 53000 Series main board. The main board software has been modified to interpret the Masimo pulse oximeter protocol.
The modified Vital Signs Monitor, Model 53000 Series (VSM 300) monitor communicates to the user the same basic information as the Model 53000 Series vital signs monitor, specifically:
- . Saturation,
- Pulse rate,
- . Pleth waveform.
- . Trigger waveform for audible beep, and
- . Status information (e.g., sensor type, board integrity).
In addition, the user display of the above information (e.g., saturation, pulse rate, error codes) remains unchanged.
Intended Use:
The VSM series of monitors is intended to be used by clinicians and medically qualified personnel for monitoring of noninvasive blood pressure, pulse rate, body temperature, noninvasive functional oxygen saturation of arteriolar hemoglobin (SpO2), and body temperature in normal and axillary modes of neonatal, pediatric and adult patients. The most likely locations for patients to be monitored are general medical and surgical floors, general hospital and alternate care environments. This device is available for sale only upon the order of a physician or licensed health care professional.
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Special 510(k) Premarket Notification Modification to Vital Signs Monitor
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| Technological<br>Characteristics: | The modified Model 53000 Series (VSM 300) vital signs monitor<br>(i.e., the subject device) has the same technological characteristics<br>as originally cleared with the predicate device.<br>It has the same basic design; It uses the same energy source; It uses the same operating principle; It incorporates the same basic materials; and It is packaged using the same materials and processes. Based on these similarities, Welch Allyn believes that the subject<br>device is substantially equivalent to the VSM Model 53000 Series<br>that was cleared for marketing under K031740. |
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| Performance Data: | The subject device has been tested in accordance with Welch Allyn<br>documents 831-1031-02, "PE Test Report, VSM 300 Update" and<br>831-1050-00, "Test Report, VSM 3 Masimo" using production<br>equivalent units prior to market release.<br>A risk analysis identifying potential hazards and documenting<br>mitigation of the hazards has been developed and applied as part of<br>Welch Allyn Protocol's product development procedure. Welch<br>Allyn Protocol's Quality System conforms to 21 CFR 820 and is<br>certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 13485. |
| Conclusions: | Based on the information contained herein, we conclude that the<br>changes are minor and that the subject device is substantially<br>equivalent to the predicate device. The intended use of the Vital<br>Signs Monitor, Model 53000 Series, as described in its labeling, has<br>not changed as a result of this modification. |
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Welch Allyn Protocol, Inc. c/o Mr John E. Sawyer VP, World Wide Regulatory Affairs 8500 S. W. Creekside Place Beaverton, OR 97008-7107
Re: K053027
Trade Name: VSM, Vital Signs Monitor, Model 53000 Series (VSM 300) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2300 Regulation Name: Cardiac Monitor (including cardiotachometer and rate alarm) Regulatory Class: Class II (two) Product Code: MWI Dated: October 14, 2005 Received: October 27, 2005
Dear Mr. Sawyer:
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 (240) 276-0120. 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/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely yours.
Bhimmar for
Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Welch Allyn
Special 510(k) Premarket Notification Modification to Vital Signs Monitor
#### Statement of Indications for Use র্ব
Applicant:
Welch Allyn Protocol. Inc. 8500 S.W. Creekside Place Beaverton, OR 97008-7107 USA
510(k) Number:
Device Name: VSM, Vital Signs Monitor, Model 53000 Series (VSM 300)
### Indications for Use:
The VSM series of monitors is intended to be used by clinicians and medically qualified personnel for monitoring of noninvasive blood pressure, pulse rate, body temperature, noninvasive functional oxygen saturation of arteriolar hemoglobin (SpO2), and body temperature in normal and axillary modes of neonatal, pediatric and adult patients.
The most likely locations for patients to be monitored are general medical and surgical floors, general hospital and alternate care environments. This device is available for sale only upon the order of a physician or licensed health care professional.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (Part 21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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