LUCAS
Device Facts
| Record ID | K053403 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | LUCAS |
| Applicant | Jolife AB |
| Product Code | DRM · Cardiovascular |
| Decision Date | Feb 1, 2006 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 870.5200 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Indications for Use
LUCAS® External Cardiac Compressor is to be used for performing external cardiac compressions on adult patients who have acute circulatory arrest defined as absence of spontaneous breathing and pulse, and loss of consciousness. LUCAS® can be used in cases where manual chest compression would be used. LUCAS® is only intended for temporary use.
Device Story
LUCAS is a pneumatically powered mechanical chest compression system; provides automated, consistent, uninterrupted compressions for adult patients in acute circulatory arrest. System comprises an upper unit with a pneumatically driven piston rod and pressure pad (with suction cup) and a back plate. Powered by oxygen or air (wall outlet, ambulance supply, or cylinder). Used in clinical or transport settings; operated by emergency medical personnel. Device allows hands-free operation and enables personnel to remain safely belted during patient transport. Output is mechanical compression of the chest; replaces manual compressions to ensure consistent circulation according to AHA guidelines.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Functional testing conducted under various operating conditions demonstrated that the device performs as intended, meets product specifications, and provides compressions consistent with AHA guidelines.
Technological Characteristics
Pneumatically powered mechanical chest compressor. Components include a piston rod, pressure pad with suction cup, and back plate. Energy source: external oxygen or air supply. Form factor: portable system for use in hospital or ambulance. Materials are described as suitable and proven. No software or electronic sensing/actuation described.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients experiencing acute circulatory arrest (absence of spontaneous breathing, pulse, and consciousness). Intended for temporary use in scenarios where manual chest compressions are indicated.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An external cardiac compressor is an externally applied prescription device that is electrically, pneumatically, or manually powered and is used to compress the chest periodically in the region of the heart to provide blood flow during cardiac arrest. External cardiac compressor devices are used as an adjunct to manual cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when effective manual CPR is not possible (e.g., during patient transport or extended CPR when fatigue may prohibit the delivery of effective/consistent compressions to the victim, or when insufficient EMS personnel are available to provide effective CPR).
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Nonclinical performance testing under simulated physiological conditions must demonstrate the reliability of the delivery of specific compression depth and rate over the intended duration of use. (2) Labeling must include the following: (i) The clinical training necessary for the safe use of this device; (ii) Adjunctive use only indication prominently displayed on labels physically placed on the device and in any device manuals or other labeling; (iii) Information on the patient population for which the device has been demonstrated to be effective (including patient size and/or age limitations, *e.g.,* adult, pediatric and/or infant); and(iv) Information on the time necessary to deploy the device as demonstrated in the performance testing. (3) For devices that incorporate electrical components, appropriate analysis and testing must demonstrate that the device is electrically safe and electromagnetically compatible in its intended use environment. (4) Human factors testing and analysis must validate that the device design and labeling are sufficient for effective use by the intended user, including an evaluation for the time necessary to deploy the device. (5) For devices containing software, software verification, validation, and hazard analysis must be performed. (6) Components of the device that come into human contact must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
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