K121817 · IVT Medical, Ltd. · OMP · Sep 17, 2013 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K121817
Device Name
VCARE A
Applicant
IVT Medical, Ltd.
Product Code
OMP · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Sep 17, 2013
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4780
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Vcare a is intended for wound management via application of continual or intermittent negative pressure to the wound for removal of fluids, including wound exudate, irrigation fluids, and infectious materials. It is indicated for management of chronic, acute, traumatic, sub-acute and dehisced wounds. partial-thickness burns, ulcers (such as diabetic or pressure), flaps and grafts. The Vcare a may promote healing by removal of excess exudates, irrigation fluids, and infectious material.
Device Story
Vcare a is a negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) system comprising a powered suction pump, collection canister, and wound dressing components. It applies continuous or intermittent negative pressure to wounds to remove exudate, irrigation fluids, and infectious materials. The system is operated by clinicians in clinical settings. The device features software that allows clinicians to profile patients, which then limits operational parameters (vacuum range, flow, alarms) based on bleeding risk. Sensors monitor target pressure and canister filling rates; the system triggers audio/visual alarms for bleeding, leaks, blockages, or canister status. It supports both internal pump operation and connection to external vacuum sources. The off-white dressing sponge facilitates visual bleeding detection. By maintaining a controlled wound environment and removing excess fluids, the device aims to promote healing. It includes safety features like automatic power switching between AC and battery, and overflow protection via a hydrogel solidifier.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided; substantial equivalence is based on bench testing and technological comparison.
Technological Characteristics
Powered suction pump (21 CFR 878.4780). Features: 30-200 mmHg pressure range, 20 L/min flow capacity, 800ml canister (software-limited to 700ml). Power: 100-240V AC or 12V battery. Connectivity: Internal pump or external vacuum source. Software: Risk-based operational profiling and bleeding detection algorithm. Dressing: Off-white, flexible sponge with margin-applied drape stripes.
Indications for Use
Indicated for management of chronic, acute, traumatic, sub-acute, and dehisced wounds, partial-thickness burns, ulcers (diabetic or pressure), flaps, and grafts in patients requiring negative pressure wound therapy.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A powered suction pump is a portable, AC-powered or compressed air-powered device intended to be used to remove infectious materials from wounds or fluids from a patient's airway or respiratory support system. The device may be used during surgery in the operating room or at the patient's bedside. The device may include a microbial filter.
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### 510(k) summary
This 510(k) summary is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of the SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.
### Submitter:
IVT Medical Ltd., 16 Hatidhar St. Raanana 43665 ISRAEL
## Name of the Device:
- Trade name Vcare a .
- Common name Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) device. .
- Classification name -, Powered suction pump (21 CFR 878.4780, procode . OMP).
### Name and address of contact person:
- Dr. Eli M. Orbach .
- . POB 6718, Efrat 90435, Israel
- Tel:/Fax +972.2.993.2768; .
- e-mail: orbach@efratnetworks.com �
Predicate Devices: The Vcare a is substantially equivalent to the V.A.C. Therapy System, manufactured by Kinetic Concepts Inc., subject of k062227.
### Indications for Use:
The Vcare a is intended for wound management via application of continual or intermittent negative pressure to the wound for removal of fluids, including wound exudate, irrigation fluids, and infectious materials. It is indicated for management of chronic, acute, traumatic, sub-acute and dehisced wounds. partial-thickness burns, ulcers (such as diabetic or pressure), flaps and grafts. The Vcare a may promote healing by removal of excess exudates, irrigation fluids, and infectious material.
### Description of the Device:
The Vcare a - is a Negative Pressure Wound Therapy system that comprises fixed components and disposables. The Vcare a maintains the functionality of existing devices while enhancing safety. The system has features that optimize the delivery of negative pressure to open wounds. The software requires the user to profile the patient and the system then limits the device's operational parameters to be compatible with the patient profile.
The system incorporates safety features that control the system to prevent risk to the patient. The sensors and controls monitor and maintain target pressure and alarms, as needed, to help assure that target pressure is maintained and constant therapy is
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delivered. The safety features of the system include additional alarms, such as those that signal for possible bleeding, tubing blockage, a full or missing collection canister, inactive therapy, low battery and leaks in the seal of the dressing.
| Category | Features | Vcare a® | KCI |
|------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Safety<br>Features | Operational<br>program<br>according to risk<br>of bleeding | The treating physician pre-<br>determines the risk of bleeding<br>to the wound | None |
| | Software control<br>of user<br>operation | Hazardous or undesired<br>operation is limited according to<br>risk of bleeding determination<br>by the physician. The software<br>pre-limits the vacuum level<br>range, maximal flow and<br>alarms. | None |
| | Bleeding<br>Detection | A unique feature that monitors<br>the filling rate of the canister<br>and detects active bleeding.<br>Preset to<br>100, 200 or 300 cc/hr (default<br>100 cc/hour that can only be<br>changed if the risk of bleeding is<br>low) | None |
| | Bleeding<br>Control | Stops and alarms when flow<br>exceeds the pre-determined flow<br>rate (default is 100 cc/hour) | Stops when<br>canister is<br>filled |
| | Audio & visual<br>alarms | Yes | Yes |
| | Signals | "check for bleeding", "canister<br>over-flow", "Low vacuum",<br>"High vacuum" | Yes, but not for<br>bleeding |
| Canister<br>Volume | Canister<br>Volume<br>Availability | 800ml canister with software<br>restriction to maximal volume<br>of 700ml | 800 ml |
| Overflow<br>Protection<br>Features | Overflow<br>Hydrogel pack<br>solidifier for<br>wound exudates | Yes | Yes |
| Negative<br>Pressure<br>Settings | Negative<br>Pressure Setting<br>Range | Wide range of negative pressure<br>levels (30-200 mm Hg) for<br>treatment of diverse wound<br>types limited according to the | Yes (40-200) |
| | | risk of bleeding and according<br>to clinical guidelines | |
| | Pressure<br>Settings | Pre-set recommended values<br>with the ability to set to any<br>value linearly within the range. | Ability to set to<br>values only in<br>25 mm<br>increments |
| Versatile<br>Operational<br>Modes | power supply | Unique variable 100-240V AC<br>through AC/DC power adapter<br>with output voltage of 15V, or<br>battery operation (12V).<br>Automatic switching between<br>power adapter and battery when<br>the power adapter is<br>disconnected or connected to the<br>device, to allow continuous<br>treatment. | Battery and<br>Power Line |
| | Various vacuum<br>intensities | Select different pump intensities<br>to accommodate small and<br>large, low and high flow<br>wounds | Yes |
| | Work Modes | Cyclic-Continuous, Continuous<br>and intermittent operational<br>working modes | Continuous<br>and<br>intermittent<br>operational<br>work modes |
| Pump Flow<br>Capacity | Flow Limited by<br>internal motor<br>capacity | 20 L/Min | Information<br>not available |
| External<br>Vacuum<br>Attachment | Dual Operation<br>Mode of<br>Internal Pump<br>and Connection<br>With External<br>Vacuum | Vcare α controls external<br>vacuum source according to<br>device settings and resulting in<br>extended motor life.<br>External Pump evacuation flow<br>may be exceeded as needed. | Non -<br>Compatible |
| Motor Life<br>expectancy | Extension of<br>Motor life | Extremely extended under wall<br>suction operation | Limited by<br>internal motor<br>life expectancy<br>(Roughly 1000<br>hours) |
| Operation<br>under minor<br>leak | Operation under<br>minor leak | The Vcare alpha can operate<br>under minor leaks when it is<br>difficult or impossible to fully<br>seal the wound | Pre-determined<br>cessation of<br>operation |
## Device Comparison Table
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| Sponge | Sealed outer layer | Yes | No |
|---------------|--------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Color | Off-white sponge for early and easy detection of bleeding, | Black Sponge |
| | Soft and flexible Sponge | Easy to conform, allows formation of bridging conduit | Thick and hard to conform |
| Sealing Drape | | Drape stripes are applied only to the sponge margins and are adjusted to sponge size. | Drape sheets that need to be cut and fit to cover and seal sponge. |
Review of the comparison table leads demonstrates that any differences in technological characteristics from the predicate device raise no new types of safety or effectiveness questions and leads to the conclusion that the comparison supports substantial equivalence.
### August 1, 2013
Date
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Dr. Moris Topaz, CEO
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### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G605 Silver Spring, MD 20993-002
September 17, 2013
IVT Medical Ltd. % Dr. Eli M. Orbach P.O. Box 6718 Efrat 90435. Israel
Re: K121817
Trade/Device Name: The Veare a Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4780 Regulation Name: Powered suction pump Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OMP Dated: August 01, 2013 Received: August 26, 2013
Dear Dr. Orbach:
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. Iisting 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 cither class 11 (Special Controls) or class 111 (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.
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 of medical
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device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); 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.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.lda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm 115809.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 (2 1 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/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
# Mark N. Melkerson -5
Mark N. Melkerson Acting Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): K121817
Device Name: Vcare a
Indications For Use:
The Vcare a is intended for wound management via application of continual or intermittent negative pressure to the wound for removal of fluids, including wound exudate, irrigation fluids, and infectious materials. It is indicated for management of chronic, acute, traumatic, sub-acute and dehisced wounds, partial-thickness burns, ulcers (such as diabetic or pressure), flaps and grafts. The Vcare a may promote healing by removal of excess exudates, irrigation fluids, and infectious material.
Prescription Use X AND/OR (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
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# David Krause -S
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Surgical Devices 510(k) Number: K121817
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