The MindChild Medical Meridian Fetal Heart Rate Monitor is an intrapartum fetal monitor that externally or internally measures and displays fetal heart rate (FHR). The MindChild Meridian acquires and displays the FHR tracing from abdominal surface electrodes that detect the fetal ECG signal (fECG). The MindChild Meridian may also be used to measure and display fetal heart rate using direct ECG (DECG) with a fetal scalp electrode. The MindChild Meridian is indicated for use on women who are at term (> 36 completed weeks), in labor, with singleton pregnancies, using surface electrodes on the maternal abdomen. The MindChild Meridian is intended for use by healthcare professionals in a clinical setting.
Device Story
The MindChild Meridian Monitor is an AC-powered fetal heart rate (FHR) monitor housed in a roll-up cart. It acquires fetal ECG (fECG) signals via external abdominal surface electrodes or direct ECG (DECG) via a fetal scalp electrode. The device processes these analog signals using internal hardware and software algorithms to extract FHR and ECG morphology. Data is displayed in real-time on a 24-inch touch screen LCD and can be stored locally or printed offline. Used in clinical settings by trained healthcare professionals, the device provides continuous FHR monitoring to assist clinicians in intrapartum assessment. The system benefits patients by providing non-invasive (abdominal) or invasive (scalp) monitoring options to track fetal status during labor.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical validation compared the Meridian algorithm against the HP M1350A Fetal Monitor/FSE. Fetal ECG signals were recorded simultaneously. The study evaluated FHR accuracy and successful recording percentage. Results showed Meridian FHR calculations were within a clinically acceptable range of the comparator (mean RMS error of 5 BPM). The device achieved a successful signal reading on at least 94% of signals recorded with the comparator. No statistically significant differences were observed across BMI groups.
Technological Characteristics
Medical grade roll-up cart; 24" LCD touch screen (1900x1200); 85-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz power. Sensing: external abdominal electrodes or fetal scalp electrode (DECG). Signal processing: analog-to-digital conversion with proprietary software algorithms. Connectivity: USB, electrode lead connectors. Complies with FDA-recognized electrical safety and EMC standards.
Indications for Use
Indicated for women at term (>36 weeks), in labor, with singleton pregnancies. Used for intrapartum fetal heart rate monitoring via abdominal surface electrodes or fetal scalp electrode (DECG).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A perinatal monitoring system is a device used to show graphically the relationship between maternal labor and the fetal heart rate by means of combining and coordinating uterine contraction and fetal heart monitors with appropriate displays of the well-being of the fetus during pregnancy, labor, and delivery. This generic type of device may include any of the devices subject to §§ 884.2600, 884.2640, 884.2660, 884.2675, 884.2700, and 884.2720. This generic type of device may include the following accessories: Central monitoring system and remote repeaters, signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, and component parts.
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K120018
## 510(k) Summary MindChild Medical Meridian Monitor
SEP 1 9 2012
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MindChild Medical 1600 Osgood Street, #2-17 North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.975.1160 · Fax: 978.688.8875
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Leo Basta NorthStar Biomedical Associates 755 Westminster St., Unit 120 Providence, RI, 02903 Phone: 617.834.9866 lbasta@northstarbiomedical.com
| Date Prepared: | August 18, 2012 |
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| Trade Name: | MindChild Medical Meridian Monitor |
| Regulation Name: | Perinatal monitoring system and<br>accessories |
| Classification Number: | 21 CFR 884.2740 |
| Product Code: | HGM |
| Predicate Devices: | Monica Healthcare AN24 (K101801)<br>HP M1350A Fetal Monitor (K900480) |
| Device Description: | The MindChild Medical Meridian Fetal Heart Rate Monitor<br>is an AC powered fetal heart rate (FHR) monitor. The<br>product consists of a signal processor containing hardware<br>circuitry and software which acquires and processes analog<br>signals using external, abdominal electrode sensors.<br>Software algorithms extract ECG morphology and monitor<br>fetal heart rate. Data is stored locally for retrieval in an off-<br>line mode. The patient data is displayed real time on a<br>touch screen LCD display monitor. Data may be printed<br>out offline for permanent hard copy records. The system<br>also possesses the ability to acquire and analyze signals |
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from a fetal scalp electrode using the device's direct ECG (DECG) capability. The entire system is housed within a medical grade roll-up cart. The device is intended to be used in a hospital environment by trained medical staff.
The MindChild Medical Meridian Fetal Heart Rate Monitor is an intrapartum fetal monitor that externally or internally measures and displays fetal heart rate (FHR). The MindChild Meridian acquires and displays the FHR tracing from abdominal surface electrodes that detect the fetal ECG signal (fECG). The MindChild Meridian may also be used to measure and display fetal heart rate using direct ECG (DECG) with a fetal scalp electrode. The MindChild Meridian is indicated for use on women who are at term (> 36 completed weeks), in labor, with singleton pregnancies, using surface electrodes on the maternal abdomen. The MindChild Meridian is intended for use by healthcare professionals in a clinical setting.
Descriptive information, laboratory bench testing, electrical safety/EMC screening, software validation, and a biocompatibility assessment were provided to demonstrate the device meets its design specifications, performs as intended, and is safe for its intended use.
In addition, a clinical validation of the Meridian algorithm responsible for calculating FHR from fECG signals was performed. For this validation of the algorithm, fetal ECG signals were acquired and recorded using the Meridian Monitor technology and HP M1350A Fetal Monitor/FSE simultaneously. The HP M1250A Fetal Monitor/FSE was the comparator for the clinical validation study. The Meridian Monitor signals were subjected to analysis by the Meridian algorithm to calculate fetal heart rate. The resulting heart rates were compared to heart rates calculated using HP M1350A Fetal Monitor/FSE. The analyses performed included FHR accuracy and percent successful recordings (i.e., # comparator signals/ # of Meridian signals x 100). This algorithm validation demonstrated that in either mode (abdominal electrode or DECG), the fetal heart rates calculated using the Meridian Monitor algorithm were close to the comparator's fetal heart rate calculations within a clinically acceptable number of beats per minute (BPM). There were no
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statistically significant differences across different BMI groups analyzed. In addition, for all signals recorded with the comparator FSE device, the Meridian technology provided a successful signal reading on at least 94% of the signals.
Lastly, a single Bland Altman (BA) difference plot was generated for the Meridian Monitor FHR calculations versus those calculated using the Gold Standard device for each patient and a root mean square (RMS) error was determined. A BA difference plot is a scatter plot of the difference between the device and Gold Standard measurements versus the Gold Standard measurement. RMS error is the square root of the mean of the squared differences. The mean RMS error of 5 BPM (Beats Per Minute) for the Meridian algorithm is similar to results observed in other FDA cleared fetal heart rate monitors.
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| Indications for<br>Use | The MindChild Medical Meridian Fetal Heart Rate Monitor is an intrapartum<br>fetal monitor that externally or internally measures and displays fetal heart rate<br>(FHR). The MindChild Meridian acquires and displays the FHR tracing from<br>abdominal surface electrodes that detect the fetal ECG signal (fECG). The<br>MindChild Meridian may also be used to measure and display fetal heart rate<br>using direct ECG (DECG) with a fetal scalp electrode. The MindChild<br>Meridian is indicated for use on women who are at term (> 36 completed<br>weeks), in labor, with singleton pregnancies, using surface electrodes on the<br>maternal abdomen. The MindChild Meridian is intended for use by healthcare<br>professionals in a clinical setting. | The Monica AN24 is an intrapartum maternal-fetal monitor that non-invasively<br>measures and displays fetal heart rate (FHR) and uterine activity (UA). The<br>AN24 acquires and displays the FHR tracing from abdominal surface electrodes<br>that pick up the fetal EGG (fECG) signal. Using the same surface electrodes, the<br>AN24 also acquires and displays the UA tracing from the uterine<br>electromyography (EMG) signal. The AN24 is indicated for use on women who<br>are at term (>36 completed weeks), in labor, with singleton pregnancies, using<br>surface electrodes on the maternal abdomen. The AN24 maternal-fetal monitor is<br>intended for use by healthcare professionals in a clinical setting. |
| Method | Acquisition of fetal ECG signals via external abdominal sensor electrodes.<br>From these signals the fetal heart rate is extracted. Also may use direct ECG<br>(DECG) acquisition using a fetal scalp electrode. | The electrical signals are passively<br>monitored on three channels using external sensor electrodes placed on the<br>pregnant abdomen. in specific locations. From these electrical signals the Fetal<br>Heart Rate (FHR) are continuously extracted and displayed. No DECG option. |
| Software | Proprietary algorithm to calculate heart rate. | Proprietary algorithm to calculate heart rate. |
| Signal<br>Processing | Analog to digital | Analog to digital |
| Display | 24" diagonal real time LCD display (1900 x 1200 pixels) that graphically<br>displays clinical parameters received from signal processors. Touch screen<br>provides user with interface to control operation of unit. | Ability to download data to PC or view via optional 15" cart mounted monitor or<br>10" mobile touch screen. |
| Controls | Power "On" button on control unit activates main operating screen on LCD<br>display. On-screen display buttons to adjust various parameters. | On/Off switch, "Event" button, battery status, signal quality, memory status. |
| Connections | Five connectors for electrode leads and optional fetal scalp electrode, standard<br>USB connector,<br>standard AC plug and power connection | Electrode leads connector attaches to the top of the unit. |
| Input Voltage<br>Range | 85 - 264 VAC | AN24 and optional mobile 10" viewing monitor (VS10) - Battery operated |
| Frequency | 50/60 Hz | Battery operated |
| Measurement<br>Range | 80 - 240 BPM; abdominal sensor mode, 30 - 50 BPM; DECG Mode | UNK |
| Safety | Complies with FDA recognized standards pertaining to electrical safety.<br>Complies with FDA recognized standards pertaining to electrical safety and<br>EMC. | Complies with FDA recognized standards pertaining to electrical safety.<br>Complies with FDA recognized standards pertaining to electrical safety and<br>EMC. |
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## Summary of Substantial Equivalence:
The design, intended use, principles of operation, and technological characteristics of the MindChild Meridian device are substantially equivalent to those of the predicate devices cited above. Substantial equivalence is based upon descriptive characteristics of the various cited predicate devices and upon the testing conducted to demonstrate that the subject device performs as intended and is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in terms of its ability to monitor fetal heart rate using its abdominally placed external electrode sensors. In addition, fetal heart rate monitoring through the device's DECG mode was demonstrated to be substantially equivalent to that of marketed devices.
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MindChild Medical % Mr. Leo Basta Owner NorthStar Biomedical Associates 755 WestMinster Street, Unit 120 PROVIDENCE RI 02903
SEP 1. 9 2012
Re: K120018
Trade/Device Name: MindChild Meridian Fetal Heart Rate Monitor Regulation Number: 21 CFR§ 884.2740 Regulation Name: Perinatal monitoring system and accessories Regulatory Class: II Product Code: HGM Dated: September 14, 2012 Received: September 17, 2012
Dear Mr. Basta:
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