To allow airflow over the vocal cords for speaking function. To be used with a standard 15 mm connection on tracheostomy tubes.
Device Story
Shikani speaking valve is a passive, ball-type check valve; attaches to standard 15 mm tracheostomy tube connectors. Device allows patient to inhale through tracheostomy tube; ball mechanism closes during exhalation, directing airflow through vocal cords to facilitate phonation. Used in hospital, sub-acute, or home settings by tracheostomy patients. Healthcare providers or patients use the device to restore speech function. Output is mechanical airflow redirection; clinical decision-making involves assessing patient's ability to tolerate valve and maintain airway patency. Benefits include improved communication for tracheostomy patients.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance data from original submission K982128 demonstrated equivalence in flow resistance and weight. Biocompatibility testing performed according to ISO 10993; materials passed.
Technological Characteristics
Housing: Celcon C251-A Acetyl Copolymer; Ball: Nylon 6/6 Grade 2; Pin: 316 Stainless steel. Mechanical ball-type check valve. Standard 15 mm/22 mm connections per ISO 5356-1. Weight: 32 gm. No software or electronic components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for tracheostomy patients requiring airflow over vocal cords for speech. Contraindicated for use with inflated tracheostomy tube cuffs, unconscious patients, or patients unable to exhale around the tracheostomy tube/cuff and through the upper airway. Not for in-line ventilator use.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A tracheostomy tube and tube cuff is a device intended to be placed into a surgical opening of the trachea to facilitate ventilation to the lungs. The cuff may be a separate or integral part of the tracheostomy tube and is, when inflated, intended to establish a seal between the tracheal wall and the tracheostomy tube. The cuff is used to prevent the patient's aspiration of substances, such as blood or vomit, or to provide a means for positive-pressure ventilation of the patient. This device is made of either stainless steel or plastic.
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K100995
### Premarket Notification 510(k) Section 5 - 510(k) Summary
Shikani Medical
| | 510(k) Summary<br>Page 1 of 3<br>7-Apr-10 | |
|---------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Shikani Medical LLC<br>689 Pyle Road<br>Forest Hill, MD 21050 | Tel - 410-638-1066<br>Fax - 410-638-1413 | JUN 2 5 2010 |
| Official Contact: | Fred DeBaugh - Partner | |
| Proprietary or Trade Name: | Shikani speaking valve | |
| Common/Usual Name: | Speaking valve | |
| Classification Name: | Tube tracheostomy and tube cuff<br>JOH - 21 CFR 868.5800 | |
| Predicate Devices: | Pilling Weck (Teleflex) - Shikani-French speaking valve<br>K982128 | |
| | | |
| 510(k) Summary<br>Page 2 of 3<br>7-Apr-10 | | |
| Features | Predicate<br>K982128<br>Shikani-French | Proposed<br>Shikani speaking valve<br>(Shikani-French 15) |
| Intended use | To allow airflow over the vocal cords for<br>speaking function | To allow airflow over the vocal cords for speaking function |
| Comment | The intended use is identical as the devices are the same | |
| Indications for use | To allow airflow over the vocal cords for<br>speaking function. To be used only as an<br>attachment to CL Jackson improved trachea<br>tubes | To allow airflow over the vocal cords for speaking function. To be used with<br>a standard 15 mm connection on tracheostomy tubes |
| Comment | The indications for use are identical with exception that K982128 was for the model which was only to be attached to the CL<br>Jackson tracheostomy tube. Teleflex later introduced another model for use with standard tracheostomy tubes with 15 mm<br>connections. This model was considered a line extension and not requiring a modification to the existing 510(k). | |
| | As the proposed Shikani speaking valve is the same as the Shikani-French 15 speaking valve, the indications for use are<br>identical. | |
| Environment of Use | Hospital, Sub-acute Institutions, Home | Hospital, Sub-acute Institutions, Home |
| Comment | Identical | Identical |
| Patient Population | Tracheostomy patients | Tracheostomy patients |
| Comment | K982128 did not specify patient population, | but we intend for the patient population to be the same. |
| Contraindications | Not for use in-line with a ventilator | Not for use with an inflated tracheostomy tube cuff<br><br>Not for use with an unconscious patient<br><br>Not for use with patients without the ability to exhale air around the<br>tracheostomy tube and cuff and through the upper airway. |
| Comment | | Teleflex did not include contraindications in K982128, but a review of other speaking valves suggests that the proposed<br>contraindications would be appropriate to add to our labeling.<br><br>These contraindications are not new and do not come as a result of any new risk analysis, but are felt to be informative only. |
| | | |
| | Page 3 of 3<br>7-Apr-10 | |
| Features | Predicate | Proposed |
| | K982128 | Shikani speaking valve |
| | Shikani-French | (Shikani-French 15) |
| Standard 22 / 15 mm<br>Connections Per ISO 5356-1 | Yes - it can connect to the breathing circuit<br>but has a fitting only to be attached to the CL<br>Jackson tracheostomy tubes | Yes - standard fitting to connect to the breathing circuit and to a standard<br>tracheostomy tube with a 15mm connector. |
| Comment | Identical as they are the same device | Identical as they are the same device |
| Weight (gm) | 32 gm | 32 gm |
| Comment | Identical as they are the same device | Identical as they are the same device |
| Valve type | Ball | Ball |
| Comment | Identical as they are the same device | Identical as they are the same device |
| Attachment to tube | Attachment clip | Attachment clip |
| Comment | Identical as they are the same device | Identical as they are the same device |
| Pressure drop | 1.3 cm H2O @ 30 lpm 2.0 cm H₂O @ 40 lpm | 1.3 cm H2O @ 30 lpm 2.0 cm H₂O @ 40 lpm |
| Comment | Identical as they are the same device | Identical as they are the same device |
| Materials | Housing - Celcon C251-A Acetyl<br>Copolymer Ball - Nylon 6/6 Grade 2 Pin -<br>316 Stainless steel | Housing - Celcon C251-A Acetyl Copolymer Ball - Nylon 6/6 Grade 2 Pin<br>316 Stainless steel |
| Comment | Identical as they are the same device | Identical as they are the same device |
### Device Description
The Shikani speaking valve consists of a plastic housing with a captured ball that acts as a check valve. Once attached to the tracheostomy tube connector the speaking valve allows the patient to inhale through the tracheostomy tube and exhale across the vocal cords which facilitates speech or phonation.
### Indications for Use
To allow airflow over the vocal cords for speaking function. To be used with a standard 15 mm connection on tracheostomy tubes.
### Environment of Use
Home, Hospital, Sub-acute Institutions
#### Performance Testing
Performance testing which was used in the original submission K982128 was:
- Resistance to flow comparison to predicates demonstrated that the values were . equivalent
- Weight comparison to predicates demonstrated that the values were equivalent .
- Biocompatibility according to ISO 10993 was performed and the materials passed .
The proposed device meeting and passed all the performance testing as outlined above and thus demonstrated substantial equivalence.
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Premarket Notification 510(
Shikani Medica
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Premarket Notification 5100
Section 5 – 510(k) Summary
Differences between Other Legally Marketed Predicate Device
There are no differences between the proposed device and the predicate device as they are the same device
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# Premarket Notification 510(k)
Section 9 – Declarations of Conformity and Summary Reports
Form Approved: OMB No 0910-0120; Expiration Date: 5/31/10
Department of Health and Human Services
Food and Drug Administration
**STANDARDS DATA REPORT FOR 510(k)s**
(*To be filled in by applicant*)
This report and the Summary Report Table are to be completed by the applicant when submitting a 510(k) that refer-
ences a national or international standard. A separate report is required for each standard referenced in the 510(k).
TYPE OF 510(K) SUBMISSION
| <span style="vertical-align:middle;">☑</span> Traditional | <span style="vertical-align:middle;">☐</span> Special | <span style="vertical-align:middle;">☐</span> Abbreviated |
|-----------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|
|-----------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|
| STANDARD TITLE | ISO 5356-1:2004. Anaesthetic and respiratory equipment - Conical connectors: Part 1: Cones and sockets. |
|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
Please answer the following questions
| Is this standard recognized by FDA? | <span>☑</span> Yes <span>☐</span> No |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|
| FDA Recognition number | # 1-62 |
| Was a third party laboratory responsible for testing conformity of the device to this standard identified in the 510(k)? | <span>☐</span> Yes <span>☑</span> No |
| Is a summary report describing the extent of conformance of the standard used included in the 510(k)?<br>If no, complete a summary report table. | <span>☑</span> Yes <span>☐</span> No |
| Does the test data for this device demonstrate conformity to the requirements of this standard as it pertains to this device? | <span>☑</span> Yes <span>☐</span> No |
| Does this standard include acceptance criteria?<br>If no, include the results of testing in the 510(k). | <span>☑</span> Yes <span>☐</span> No |
| Does this standard include more than one option or selection of tests?<br>If yes, report options selected in the summary report table. | <span>☐</span> Yes <span>☑</span> No |
| Were there any deviations or adaptations made in the use of the standard?<br>If yes, were deviations in accordance with the FDA supplemental information sheet (SIS)? | <span>☐</span> Yes <span>☑</span> No |
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| Is there an FDA guidance that is associated with this standard?<br>If yes, was the guidance document followed in preparation of this 510(k)? | <span>☐</span> Yes <span>☑</span> No |
| Title of guidance: | |
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# Premarket Notification 510(k) Section 9 – Declarations of Conformity and Summary Reports
EXTENT OF STANDARD CONFORMANCE
SUMMARY REPORT TABLE
| STANDARD TITLE | |
|----------------|--|
|----------------|--|
| CONFORMANCE WITH STANDARD SECTIONS* | | |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|
| SECTION NUMBER | SECTION TITLE | CONFORMANCE? |
| | TYPE OF DEVIATION OR OPTION SELECTED* | <div> ✓ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A </div> |
| Conformance was not tested as the device is unchanged, but this standard is referenced. | | |
| DESCRIPTION | | |
| JUSTIFICATION | | |
| SECTION NUMBER | SECTION TITLE | CONFORMANCE? |
|----------------|---------------------------------------|------------------|
| | TYPE OF DEVIATION OR OPTION SELECTED* | ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A |
| DESCRIPTION | | |
| JUSTIFICATION | | |
| SECTION NUMBER | SECTION TITLE | CONFORMANCE? |
|----------------|---------------------------------------|------------------|
| | TYPE OF DEVIATION OR OPTION SELECTED* | ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A |
| DESCRIPTION | | |
| JUSTIFICATION | | |
* For completeness list all sections of the standard and indicate whether conformance is met. If a section is not applicable (N/A)
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## DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
JUN 2 5 2010
Shikani Medical, LLC C/O Mr. Paul Dryden President ProMedic, Incorporated 24301 Woodsage Drive Bonita Springs, Florida 34134
Re: K100995
Trade/Device Name: Shikani Speaking Valve Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5800 Regulation Name: Tracheostomy Tube and Tube Cuff Regulatory Class: II Product Code: JOH Dated: April 7, 2010 Received: April 9, 2010
Dear Mr. Dryden:
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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); 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.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
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) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
Cintan On
Anthony D. Watson, B.S., M.S., M.B.A. 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
Page 1 of 1
510(k) Number:
KI00995 (To be assigned)
Shikani speaking valve Device Name:
Indications for Use:
To allow airflow over the vocal cords for speaking function. To be used with a standard 15 mm connection on tracheostomy tubes.
Prescription Use XX or (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-the-counter use (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)
L. Schuttman
(Division Sign-Üff) (Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital Infection Control, Dental Devices
K100993 510(k) Number:
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