MEDRAD CONTINUUM MR INFUSION SYSTEM WITH WIRELESS REMOTE ACCESSORY
K073051 · Medrad, Inc. · FRN · May 30, 2008 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K073051
Device Name
MEDRAD CONTINUUM MR INFUSION SYSTEM WITH WIRELESS REMOTE ACCESSORY
Applicant
Medrad, Inc.
Product Code
FRN · General Hospital
Decision Date
May 30, 2008
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Abbreviated
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5725
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory is designed for patients who require medications and other fluids during an MR procedure. It is intended to provide infusion therapy directly prior to, during and immediately after the MR procedure functioning while either stationary or mobile. It is not intended to provide long-term patient care outside the MR environment. The system is to be used by trained medical staff, primarily critical care, emergency room and radiology nursing staff.
Device Story
Peristaltic infusion pump; microprocessor-controlled; MR-compatible (up to 2000 Gauss, 3T). Inputs: user-programmed infusion parameters (flow rate, bolus, occlusion pressure). Outputs: fluid delivery; status monitoring (flow, battery, alarms) via wireless remote accessory (IEEE 802.11b/g). Used in MR environments; operated by trained medical staff (physicians, nurses). Remote accessory allows clinicians to monitor and control pump (start, stop, titrate, bolus) from outside the immediate MR scan room. Enhances patient safety by enabling remote intervention without interrupting MR imaging; reduces staff exposure to MR environment.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Verification and validation conducted per test plan to confirm design specifications and compliance with IEC 60601-2-24, IEC 60601-1, UL 60601-1, and IEC 60601-1-2 standards.
Technological Characteristics
Peristaltic infusion pump; ABS housing; microprocessor-controlled. Flow rate 0.1-1200 ml/h; accuracy +/- 10%. Ultrasonic air-in-line sensor. Li-based rechargeable battery. Wireless connectivity via IEEE 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz). MR-compatible up to 2000 Gauss. Sterile, proprietary, single-use PVC administration sets with free-flow protection.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring medication or fluid infusion during MR procedures (pre-, intra-, and post-procedure). Not for long-term care outside MR environments. For use by trained medical staff (critical care, ER, radiology).
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
MEDRAD Continuum MR Compatible Infusion System (3T Proximity) (K061128)
Iradimed MRidium 3850 MRI Infusion Pump System (K050301)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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K073051
# 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
| DATE PREPARED: | October 26, 2007 | | | MAY 30 200- |
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| NAME OF SUBMITTER: | MEDRAD, Inc.<br>One MEDRAD Drive<br>Indianola, PA 15051 | | | |
| OFFICIAL CONTACT: | Leslie S. O'Nan<br>Phone: 412-767-2400 ext. 3165<br>Fax: 412-767-2451 | | | |
| PROPRIETARY NAME: | MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote<br>Accessory | | | |
| CLASSIFICATION NAME: | Infusion Pump - Class II (see 21 CFR 880.5725) | | | |
| COMMON NAME: | Peristaltic Pump | | | |
| PRODUCT CODE: | FRN | | | |
| PREDICATE DEVICES: | K061128, MEDRAD Continuum MR Compatible Infusion System<br>(3T Proximity)<br>K050301, Iradimed MRidium 3850 MRI Infusion Pump System | | | |
| INDICATIONS FOR USE: | The MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless<br>Remote Accessory is designed for patients who require<br>medications and other fluids during an MR procedure. It is<br>intended to provide infusion therapy directly prior to, during and<br>immediately after the MR procedure functioning while either<br>stationary or mobile. It is not intended to provide long-term<br>patient care outside the MR environment. The system is to be<br>used by trained medical staff, primarily critical care, emergency<br>room and radiology nursing staff. | | | |
### DEVICE DESCRIPTION AND COMPARISON TO PREDICATE DEVICES
The MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory is a modification of the MEDRAD Continuum MR Compatible Infusion System (3T Proximity) predicate device described in 510(k) submission K061128. Similar to the MEDRAD predicate device, the system is designed for patients requiring medications and other fluids during an MR imaging procedure. Both are designed for use in MR environments up to the 2000 Gauss line in magnet strengths up to and including 3T and are not intended to provide long-term patient care. Both systems connect to the existing patient administration line by the addition of a proprietary disposable and replace the bedside pump during the MR procedure. The proposed device and the predicate device are intended to be used by trained healthcare professionals, medical physicians, and critical care, emergency room, and radiology nursing staff. Neither is intended for the delivery of blood, blood products or nitroglycerine.
The Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory maintains the same intended use, similar operational parameters, and similar labeling (with the addition of a remote display specific operation manual) as the predicate device. The proposed device is used in a similar manner as both of the predicate devices described in the submission.
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The MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System included in the proposed device has a similar design, similar materials of construction, similar components and similar infusion pump technology as the MEDRAD Continuum MR Compatible Infusion System (3T Proximity) predicate device. The primary difference between the two MEDRAD devices is the addition of the remote accessory and wireless radio technology. However, the proposed device and the Iradimed MRidium 3850 MRI Infusion Pump System with 3855 Optional Wireless Remote Control described in 510(k) submission K050301 have a similar intended use, similar wireless radio technology, and similar remote control functionality.
A tabular comparison of features and principles of operation for the MEDRAD Continuum MR Compatible Infusion System (3T Proximity) (Predicate) and MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory (Proposed) is contained in Table 2.
Table 2 Comparison of the MEDRAD Continuum MR Compatible Infusion System (3T Proximity) (Predicate) and MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory (Proposed)
| (Proposed)<br>PARAMETER | PREDICATE DEVICE | PROPOSED DEVICE |
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| | Continuum MR Compatible<br>Infusion System - (3.0T | MEDRAD Continuum MR<br>Infusion System with Wireless |
| | Proximity) - K061128 | Remote Accessory |
| Classification | CF | Same |
| Administration sets | Sterile, proprietary, single-use,<br>standard PVC, free-flow protection | Same |
| Intended Use | The MEDRAD Continuum MR<br>Compatible Infusion System (3T<br>Proximity) is designed for patients<br>who require maintenance<br>medications and fluids during an<br>MR procedure. It is intended to<br>provide infusion therapy directly<br>prior to, during and immediately<br>after the MR procedure functioning<br>while either stationary or mobile. It<br>is not intended to provide long-<br>term patient care outside the MR<br>environment. The system is to be<br>used by trained medical staff,<br>primarily critical care, emergency<br>room and radiology nursing staff. | The MEDRAD Continuum MR<br>Infusion System with Wireless<br>Remote Accessory is designed for<br>patients who require medications<br>and other fluids during an MR<br>procedure. It is intended to provide<br>infusion therapy directly prior to,<br>during and immediately after the<br>MR procedure functioning while<br>either stationary or mobile. It is not<br>intended to provide long-term<br>patient care outside the MR<br>environment. The system is to be<br>used by trained medical staff,<br>primarily critical care, emergency<br>room and radiology nursing staff. |
| Flow Rate | Continuous: 0.1 to 99.9 ml/h in 0.1<br>ml/h increments,<br>100 to 1200 ml/h in 1 ml/h<br>increments | Same |
| Housing | ABS | Same |
| Operating principle | Peristaltic Infusion Pump,<br>Microprocessor controlled | Same |
| KVO Infusion rate | 1 to 5 ml/h | 0 to 5 ml/h<br>KVO input limit was lowered from 1<br>to 0 ml/h since last 510(k) clearance |
| System accuracy | +/- 10% | Same |
| Occlusion pressure | User selectable: Low - 0.3 bar (5<br>psi), Medium - 0.5 bar (7.5 psi),<br>High - 0.7 bar (10 psi) | Same |
| PARAMETER | PREDICATE DEVICE<br>Continuum MR Compatible<br>Infusion System - (3.0T<br>Proximity) - K061128 | PROPOSED DEVICE<br>MEDRAD Continuum MR<br>Infusion System with Wireless<br>Remote Accessory |
| Pump Battery<br>Pump Battery<br>operation | Li-based rechargeable<br>4 hrs at 1200 ml/h | Same<br>> 8 hrs at 125 ml/h<br>(> 5 hrs at 1200 ml/h) |
| | | Slightly higher battery life since last<br>510(k) clearance |
| Pump Battery<br>charging | ~6 hrs to 95% maximum battery<br>capacity | Same |
| Air-in-line detector | User selectable | Same |
| Total time setting | 100 hours | Same |
| Air sensor | Ultrasonic | Same |
| Prime rate | 1600 to 1800 ml/h | Same |
| Bolus flow rate | 0.1 to 1200 ml/h | Same |
| Bolus volume | 0.1 to 100 ml | Same |
| Alarm Conditions | ➤ Air in line<br>➤ Down occlusion<br>➤ Pump unattended<br>➤ Low battery<br>➤ End battery<br>➤ Fatal error<br>➤ End program<br>➤ Missing key<br>➤ Lock mode | ➤ Air in line<br>➤ Down occlusion<br>➤ Pump unattended<br>➤ Low battery<br>➤ End battery<br>➤ Fatal error<br>➤ End program<br>➤ Missing key<br>➤ Lock mode<br>➤ Program Nearing End<br>Addition of the Program Nearing<br>End alarm since last 510(k)<br>clearance |
| User Selectable<br>Alarm Volume | Yes | Same |
| Program modes | ➤ Continuous<br>➤ Dose<br>➤ Non-weight dose | Same |
| Integrated mounting<br>clamp for IV pole | Yes | Same |
| Built in Free Flow<br>Protection | Yes | Same |
| Automatic Bolus<br>Function (Safety<br>Feature) | Yes | Same |
| MR compatible | Yes (up to 2000 Gauss) | Same |
| Usability software<br>features | Yes | ➤ Bolus Review Screen<br>➤ Screen dimming<br>➤ Reset behavior for the "Total<br>Volume Infused"<br>➤ Dose Rate Units setting<br>Addition of new usability software |
| PARAMETER | PREDICATE DEVICE<br>Iradimed MRidium 3850 MRI<br>Infusion Pump System with<br>MRidium 3855 Wireless Remote<br>Control | PROPOSED DEVICE<br>MEDRAD Continuum MR<br>Infusion System with Wireless<br>Remote Accessory |
| Optional Wireless<br>Remote Accessory | Yes | Same |
| Infusion<br>Management<br>Features | Status of the pump operation,<br>battery level, flow rate parameters<br>and alarms | Same |
| Control Features | Start, stop, titrate, bolus | Same |
| RF Wireless<br>Technology | Operates at 2.4 GHz | Same<br>IEEE 802.11b/g |
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A tabular comparison of features and principles of operation for the Iradimed MRidium 3850 MRI Infusion Pump System with MRidium 3855 Wireless Remote Control (Predicate) and MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory (Proposed) is contained in Table 3.
Table 3 Comparison of the Iradimed MRidium 3850 MRI Infusion Pump System with MRidium 3855 Wireless Remote Control (Predicate) and MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory (Proposed)
#### SUMMARY OF PERFORMANCE TESTING
Testing of the MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory is being conducted against applicable standards including IEC 60601-2-24, IEC 60601-1, UL 60601- 1 and IEC 60601-1-2. These standards represent standardized testing for safety and These are the same standards used in the determination of substantial performance. equivalence for the MEDRAD predicate device. Testing to the standards will be completed by third party certified test labs for the MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory with satisfactory test results required prior to release of the product.
#### STATEMENT OF SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE
The substantial equivalence comparisons demonstrate that the MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory contain technological features that do not differ significantly from currently marketed devices.
Verification and validation will be completed according to the Verification and Validation Test Plan to confirm that the design specifications for the MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory have been met and that the device meets the applicable requirements of the safety and performance standards cited.
Therefore, it has been determined that the Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices described in the submission for its intended use when used as prescribed in the User Operation Manual.
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## MAY 3 0 2008
Ms. Leslie S. O'Nan Regulatory Affairs Specialist MEDRAD, Incorporated One Medrad Drive Indianola, Pennsylvania 15051
Re: K073051
Trade/Device Name: MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5725 Regulation Name: Infusion Pump Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FRN Dated: May 9, 2008 Received: May 12, 2008
Dear Ms. O'Nan:
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) 276-0115. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your 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 vours,
Chiu Lin, Ph.D.
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 Statement
510(k) Number (if known): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
#### Device Name: MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory
Indications for Use:
The MEDRAD Continuum MR Infusion System with Wireless Remote Accessory is designed for patients who require medications and other fluids during an MR procedure. It is intended to provide infusion therapy directly prior to, during and immediately after the MR procedure functioning while either stationary or mobile. It is not intended to provide long-term patient care outside the MR environment. The system is to be used by trained medical staff, primarily critical care, emergency room and radiology nursing staff.
Prescription Use × (Per 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)
Charles Beard
Division of Oil & Gas
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital Infection Control, Dental Devices
510(k) Number: KD73051
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