ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP PAIN MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS WITH FENESTRATED CATHETER AND FLOW SPLITTER
K053226 · Zimmer, Inc. · FRN · Jan 31, 2006 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K053226
Device Name
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP PAIN MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS WITH FENESTRATED CATHETER AND FLOW SPLITTER
Applicant
Zimmer, Inc.
Product Code
FRN · General Hospital
Decision Date
Jan 31, 2006
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5725
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Zimmer Pain Management System and Zimmer Pain Management System with Patient Control Module (PCM) are indicated for the slow, continuous or subcutaneous administration of pain medications. It may also include the slow, continuous infusion of pain medications directly into an intraoperative, or subcutaneous site for postoperative pain management or the continuous infusion of a local anesthetic near a nerve for regional anesthesia. The PCM allows for intermittent bolus doses of medication on patient demand. The system is convenient for use by ambulatory patients. It is the responsibility of the healthcare provider to assure that the medication is prepared and administered in accordance with the drug manufacturer's package insert.
Device Story
The Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Pain Management System is an elastomeric infusion pump designed for ambulatory pain management. It delivers pain medication or local anesthetics via continuous infusion; the Patient Control Module (PCM) variant enables patient-triggered intermittent bolus doses. The system incorporates fenestrated catheters and flow splitters to facilitate multi-site delivery. The device is intended for use by ambulatory patients under the guidance of a healthcare provider, who is responsible for ensuring medication preparation aligns with drug manufacturer instructions. The system is supplied as a convenience kit containing legally marketed components, which are packaged and sterilized via irradiation. The device provides a portable method for postoperative pain control and regional anesthesia, allowing patients to manage their medication delivery within prescribed parameters.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data was required or provided for these kits. Evidence is limited to non-clinical performance testing, including sterilization validation per FDA guidance and biological evaluation of materials per ANSI/AAMI/ISO 10993-1:1997.
Technological Characteristics
Elastomeric infusion pump system. Components include fenestrated catheters and flow splitters. Materials meet ANSI/AAMI/ISO 10993-1:1997 standards for biological safety. Sterilization is achieved via irradiation. System is portable/ambulatory. No electronic or software-based sensing/actuation; operation is mechanical/elastomeric.
Indications for Use
Indicated for ambulatory patients requiring slow, continuous, or subcutaneous administration of pain medications, including postoperative pain management via intraoperative or subcutaneous sites, or regional anesthesia via continuous infusion of local anesthetic near a nerve. PCM version allows patient-controlled intermittent bolus doses.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An infusion pump is a device used in a health care facility to pump fluids into a patient in a controlled manner. The device may use a piston pump, a roller pump, or a peristaltic pump and may be powered electrically or mechanically. The device may also operate using a constant force to propel the fluid through a narrow tube which determines the flow rate. The device may include means to detect a fault condition, such as air in, or blockage of, the infusion line and to activate an alarm.
Predicate Devices
Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Kit Pain Management System (K050433)
Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Kit Pain Management System with PCM (K052171)
Accufuser; Accufuser Plus; Standard Procedure Kit (K033039)
Accufuser; Accufuser Plus; Standard Procedure Kit (K023098)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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s-3226
JAN 3 1 2006
# Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
| Submitter: | Zimmer Orthopaedic Surgical Products<br>200 West Ohio Avenue<br>P.O. Box 10<br>Dover, Ohio 44622 |
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| Contact Person: | Cindy J. Dickey<br>Regulatory Compliance Manager<br>Telephone: (330) 364-9493<br>Fax: (330) 364-9490 |
| Date: | November 15, 2005 |
| Trade Name: | ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain<br>Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR<br>2,4,6 ml/hr and 2.5 inch fenestrated catheter |
| | ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain<br>Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR<br>2,4,6 ml/hr with PCM and 2.5 inch fenestrated<br>catheter |
| | ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain<br>Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR<br>3,5,8 ml/hr and 2.5 inch fenestrated catheter |
| | ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain<br>Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR<br>3,5,8 ml/hr with PCM and 2.5 inch fenestrated<br>catheter |
| | ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain<br>Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR<br>2,4,6 ml/hr and 5.0 inch fenestrated catheter |
| | ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain<br>Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR<br>2,4,6 ml/hr with PCM and 5.0 inch fenestrated<br>catheter |
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ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 3,5,8 ml/hr and 5.0 inch fenestrated catheter
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 3,5,8 ml/hr with PCM and 5.0 inch fenestrated catheter
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 2,4,6 ml/h with Flow Splitter Kit
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 3,5,8 ml/h with Flow Splitter Kit
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 2,4,6 ml/h with PCM and Flow Splitter Kit
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 3,5,8 ml/h with PCM and Flow Splitter Kit
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 2,4,6 ml/h with Flow Splitter Kit and 2,5 inch fenestrated catheters
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 3,5,8 ml/h with Flow Splitter Kit and 2.5 inch fenestrated catheters
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 2,4,6 ml/h with PCM and Flow Splitter Kit and 2.5 inch fenestrated catheters
ZIMMFR AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 3,5,8 ml/h with PCM and Flow Splitter Kit and 2.5 inch fenestrated catheters
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KCS3226
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 2,4,6 ml/h with Flow Splitter Kit and 5.0 inch fenestrated catheters
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 3,5,8 ml/h with Flow Splitter Kit and 5.0 inch fenestrated catheters
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 2,4,6 ml/h with PCM and Flow Splitter Kit and 5.0 inch fenestrated catheters
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Pain Management System, MULTIRATE INFUSOR 3,5,8 ml/h with PCM and Flow Splitter Kit and 5.0 inch fenestrated catheters
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP Flow Splitter Kit
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP 2.5 inch Fenestrated Catheter Kit
ZIMMER AMBULATORY PUMP 5.0 inch Fenestrated Catheter Kit
Common Name:
Classification Name and Reference:
Predicate Devices:
Pump, Infusion, Elastomeric
Pump, Infusion, Elastomeric 21 CFR § 880.5725
Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Kit Pain Management System manufactured by Zimmer Orthopaedic Surgical Products, K050433, cleared April 13, 2005.
Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Kit Pain Management System with PCM, manufactured by Zimmer Orthopaedic Surgical Products, K052171, cleared September 27, 2005.
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# KOS-3996
Accufuser; Accufuser Plus; Standard Procedure Kit, manufactured by McKinley, Inc., K033039, cleared October 7, 2003.
Accufuser; Accufuser Plus; Standard Procedure Kit, manufactured by McKinley, Inc., K023098, cleared December 9, 2002.
### Accessory kits:
The Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Pain Management System Accessory Kits are convenience kits that are comprised of legally marketed devices. The devices are purchased non-sterile and subsequently packaged into double-pouched kits by Zimmer . Once packaged, the kit will be sent to a contract sterilizer for irradiation sterilization. The proposed accessory kit does not change the intended use of the legally marketed devices which comprise the kit.
# Pump kits with included accessories:
The Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Pain Management System Kits are comprised of approved Zimmer systems with the addition of the convenience kits. comprised of legally marketed devices. The devices are purchased non-sterile and subsequently packaged into tyvek-sealed trays sealed by Zimmer . Once packaged, the System will be sent to a contract sterilizer for irradiation sterilization. The proposed addition of the convenience kit(s) does not change the intended use of the legally marketed devices which comprise the kit.
The Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Pain Management System Kits do not raise any new safety and effectiveness concerns when compared to the similar legally marketed devices. The Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Pain Management System Kits should therefore be considered substantially equivalent to the existing predicate devices.
## Indications for Use:
Device Description:
The Zimmer Pain Management System and Zimmer Pain Management System with Patient Control Module (PCM) are indicated for the slow,
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Kis3226
| | continuous or subcutaneous administration of pain<br>medications. It may also include the slow,<br>continuous infusion of pain medications directly<br>into an intraoperative, or subcutaneous site for<br>postoperative pain management or the continuous<br>infusion of a local anesthetic near a nerve for<br>regional anesthesia. The PCM allows for<br>intermittent bolus doses of medication on patient<br>demand. The system is convenient for use by<br>ambulatory patients. It is the responsibility of the<br>healthcare provider to assure that the medication is<br>prepared and administered in accordance with the<br>drug manufacturer's package insert. |
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| Comparison to Predicate Device: | The Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Pain Management<br>Kit (with and without PCM) and flow splitter wye<br>and fenestrated catheter kits are substantially<br>equivalent to the legally marketed pain management<br>kits, specifically the Zimmer Ambulatory Pump<br>Pain Management Systems, McKinley Accufuser;<br>Accufuser Plus, Standard Procedure Kits in that the<br>kits are similar in design, materials, and indications<br>for use. |
| Performance Data (Nonclinical<br>and/or Clinical): | Non-Clinical Performance and Conclusions:<br>The devices in this kit have been tested to determine<br>the impact of sterilization as per the guidance<br>document, "Sterilized convenience kits for clinical<br>and surgical use; final guidance for industry,"<br>January 7, 2002 was utilized as guidance for this<br>submission.<br>The previously cleared devices have been tested and<br>do meet the applicable sections of the ANSI/AAMI/<br>ISO 10993-1:1997, "Biological evaluation of<br>Medical Devices." |
| Clinical Performance and Conclusions: | Clinical data and conclusions were not needed for<br>these kits. |
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# JAN 3 1 2006
Ms. Cindy J. Dickey Regulatory Compliance Manager Zimmer Orthopaedic Surgical Products 200 West Ohio Avenue P.O. Box 10 Dover. Ohio 44622-0010
Re: K053226
Trade/Device Name: Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Pain Management System with Fenestrated Catheter and/or Flow Splitter and the Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Pain Management System with PCM and Fenestrated Catheter and or Flow Splitter. Regulation Number: 880.5725 Regulation Name: Infusion Pump Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FRN Dated: November 15, 2005 Received: November 17, 2005
Dear Ms. Dickey:
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 gencral 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.
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
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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 (OS) 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) 276-0115. Also, please note the regulation entitled. "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilitics 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,
Chiu Lin, Ph.D.
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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known):
K05-3226
### Device Name:
Zimmer Ambulatory Pump Pain Management System with fenestrated catheter and/or flow splitter and the Zimmer Ambulatory Pump-Pain Management System with PCM and fenestrated catheter and/or flow splitter. Optional fenestrated catheter kits in various fenestrated lengths and multi-site flow splitter kit are also offered separately.
## Indications for Use:
The Zimmer Pain Management System and Zimmer Pain Management System with Patient Control Module (PCM) are indicated for the slow, continuous or subcutaneous administration of pain medications. It may also include the slow, continuous infusion of pain medications directly into an intraoperative, or subcutaneous site for postoperative pain management or the continuous infusion of a local anesthetic near a nerve for regional anesthesia. The PCM allows for intermittent bolus doses of medication on patient demand. The system is convenient for use by ambulatory patients. It is the responsibility of the healthcare provider to assure that the medication is prepared and administered in accordance with the drug manufacturer's package insert.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Anton Viner
Henry General Hospital
Control, Dental Devices
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