K062481 · Pishon High Tech Co., Ltd. · DQD · Oct 16, 2006 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K062481
Device Name
SERENO ELECTRONIC STETHOSCOPE
Applicant
Pishon High Tech Co., Ltd.
Product Code
DQD · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Oct 16, 2006
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1875
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The SERENO Electronic Stethoscope is intended for medical diagnostic purposes only. It can be used for the amplification of heart, lung and other body sounds with the use of selective frequency and can be used on any patient undergoing a physical assessment.
Device Story
SERENO Electronic Stethoscope is a diagnostic aid for clinicians to amplify heart, lung, and body sounds. Device features a probe head, binaural pipes, and ear tips; operates via two AAA batteries. User controls include four buttons on the chest set for power, volume (12 steps), and frequency mode selection (Bell, Diaphragm, Extended). Device includes an LCD for volume, mode, and battery status. Audio output can be connected to external recording equipment or a PC via audio cable for storage/transmission; however, the device is a standalone unit with no integrated software control. Benefits include up to 20x sound amplification and selective frequency filtering to assist in patient physical assessment.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Data included electrical safety, EMC, and user testing to verify performance against predicate devices. No clinical trials were conducted.
Technological Characteristics
Electronic stethoscope; analog audio system with digital control for volume and filter mode. Frequency response: Bell (20-450Hz), Diaphragm (200-1,200Hz), Extended (20-1,500Hz). Amplification up to 20x. Power: 2x AAA 1.5V batteries. Features: LCD display, automatic power-off, 12-step volume control. Connectivity: Analog audio output jack for external recording/PC sound card input. No internal software or firmware control.
Indications for Use
Indicated for medical diagnostic purposes, specifically the amplification of heart, lung, and other body sounds for any patient undergoing a physical assessment.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Manual stethoscope: A mechanical device used to project the sounds associated with the heart, arteries, and veins and other internal organs. Electronic stethoscope: An electrically amplified device used to project the sounds associated with the heart, arteries, and veins and other internal organs.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is a lung sound monitor, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 870.9.
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K062481
# OCT 16 2006
## EXHIBIT 2 510(k) Summary
Pishon High Tech Co., Ltd 2nd Floor, Moeller building 403-1, Daebang-dong, Dongjak-gu, Seoul, 156-020, Korea Phone: 82-2-826-1750 Fax: 82-2-826-1724
#### July 12, 2006 Contact: Y.Y. Park, Managing Director
- l . Identification of the Device: Proprietary-Trade Name: SERENO Electronic Stethoscope Classification Name: Electronic Stethoscope, Product code DQD Common/Usual Name: Electronic Stethoscope
- 2. Equivalent legally marketed devices 3M™ Littmann™ Electronic Stethoscope (K003723), JABES Electronic stethoscope (k031446)
- 3. Indications for Use (intended use) The SERENO Electronic Stethoscope is intended for medical diagnostic purposes only. It can be used for the amplification of heart, lung and other body sounds with the use of selective frequency and can be used on any patient undergoing a physical assessment.
- 4. Description of the Device: The SERENO electronic stethoscope is intended for use as a diagnostic aid in patient diagnosis and monitoring. The SERENO electronic stethoscope amplifies sounds up to 20 times bigger than ordinary acoustic stethoscope in a broad frequency range including a range higher than the traditional diaphragm mode. It looks similar to the traditional stethoscope including parts like a probe head, binaural pipes and ear tips. It has four (4) buttons on the top of the chest set (opposite to the probe). Each of the buttons has a function of controlling the modes, volume up/down and power on/off. As an electronic stethoscope, it needs two (2) batteries (AAA type, 1.5V) to operate. The stethoscope has automatic power off function for longer battery life and has a LCD display to show volume level, frequency mode and low battery indicator. With the enclosed audio cable. utilizing a personal computer, the user can store sound signals in the PC and transmit diagnosis data via e-mail. This stethoscope is a stand-alone unit, has no software and operates using an analog audio system with a digital timer for power saving and a digital control for the volume and the filter mode selection. It can be connected to audio input of a sound card in a computer to use the PC software functions. However, the software does not operate nor control the stethoscope in any manner. In fact, the stethoscope's audio output can be connected to any ordinary audio equipment such as a cassette recorder, a hi-fi audio component and portable audio..
- Safety and Effectiveness, comparison to predicate device. The results of bench and user 5. testing indicates that the new device is as safe and effective as the predicate devices.
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| | Predicate Devices | | New Device |
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| Device name | 3M Littmann Electronic<br>stethoscope,<br>Model 4000(K003723) | JABES electronic<br>stethoscope (K031446) | SERENO electronic<br>stethoscope |
| Classification<br>Name | Electronic Stethoscope | Electronic Stethoscope | Electronic Stethoscope |
| Applicant | 3M | GS Technology Co., Ltd | Pishon High Tech Co.,<br>Ltd |
| Frequency<br>Response Mode | Bell(20-200Hz),<br>Diaphragm(100-500Hz)<br>Extended range:<br>(20-1,000Hz) | Bell(20-500Hz),<br>Diaphragm(200-800Hz)<br>Extended range:<br>(20-1,000Hz) | Bell(20-450Hz),<br>Diaphragm(200-1,200Hz)<br>Extended range:<br>(20-1,500Hz) |
| Amplification | Up to 18times<br>amplification | Up to 18times<br>amplification | Up to 20 times<br>amplification |
| Display heart rate | Yes | No | No |
| Permits data<br>transfer of stored<br>digital signal to<br>IBM-Compatible PC | Yes | No | No |
| Volume control | 8 Steps Volume control | 12 Steps Volume control | 12 Steps Volume control |
| Energy source | Two(2) AAA alkaline<br>batteries | Two(2) AAA alkaline<br>batteries | Two(2) AAA alkaline<br>batteries |
| Manual<br>On/Off button<br>Automatic shut-off<br>by electronics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Low Battery<br>Indicator | Yes | Yes | Yes |
#### Substantial Equivalence Chart 6.
### 7. Conclusion
After analyzing bench, electrical safety, EMC, and user testing data, it is the conclusion of Pishon High Tech Co., Ltd., that the SERENO Electronic is as safe and effective as the predicate device, has few technological differences, and has no new indications for use, thus rendering it substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
# OCT 16 2006
Pishon High Tech Co., LTD c/o Mr. Daniel Kamm, P.E. Regulatory Engineer PO Box 7007 Deerfield, IL 60015
Re: K062481
Trade Name: Sereno Electronic Stethoscope Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1875 Regulation Name: Stethoscope Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DQD Dated: August 22, 2006 Received: August 24, 2006
Dear Mr. Kamm:
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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# Page 2 – Mr. Daniel Kamm
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean I lease be determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act that I DA has made a covernes administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply or any I case in states and result ing, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part with an the Ace I requirements, associations practice requirements as set forth in the 807); adoning (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product quality of Sections (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) I ms leter will and in your of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally premaince notificate 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 in Joan 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 (240) 276-3150 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely yours,
Bfommmar for
Bram D. Zuckerman, MD Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): KOW2481
Device Name: Electronic stethoscope (Model: SERENO)
Indications for Use: The SERENO Electronic Stethoscope is intended for medical diagnostic purposes only. It can be used for the amplification of heart, lung and other body sounds with the use of selective frequency and can be used on any patient undergoing a physical assessment.
Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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