MINIPEGASO COUGH, MINIPEGASO A-COUGH, MINIPEGASO A-COUG PERC
K140605 · Dima Italia Srl · NHJ · Oct 3, 2014 · Anesthesiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K140605
Device Name
MINIPEGASO COUGH, MINIPEGASO A-COUGH, MINIPEGASO A-COUG PERC
Applicant
Dima Italia Srl
Product Code
NHJ · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
Oct 3, 2014
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.5905
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Dima Italia Srl Mini Pegaso Cough assists patients in clearing retained bronchopulmonary secretions by gradually applying a positive pressure to the airway, then rapidly shifting to a negative pressure. This rapid shift in pressure, via a facemask, mouthpiece or an endotracheal or tracheostomy tube, produces a high expiratory flow rate from the lungs, simulating a cough.
Device Story
Secretion clearance device; simulates cough by applying positive airway pressure followed by rapid shift to negative pressure. Input: atmospheric air via blower; optional patient inspiratory effort via flow sensor (trigger). Operation: blower compresses air; mechanical valve (stepper-motor controlled) directs flow. Output: pressure-controlled air delivery to patient via facemask, mouthpiece, or endotracheal/tracheostomy tube. Used in hospital, institutional, or home settings; operated by trained users. Optional features: Masimo oximetry for monitoring; high-frequency oscillatory vibration (percussion) for mucus mobilization. Healthcare providers use TFT display/touch keyboard to set cough/percussion parameters, monitor SpO2, and review therapy data. Benefits: assists in clearing retained bronchopulmonary secretions in patients with compromised cough mechanisms.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Evidence consists of bench testing, software unit testing, hardware unit testing, and code reviews. Oximetry validated using a clinical dynamic simulator. Performance verified against design specifications, including sensor malfunction detection and extreme therapy settings.
Technological Characteristics
Electric secretion clearance device; blower-based pressure/flow generation; mechanical valve with stepper-motor. TFT display, touch keyboard. Connectivity: RS232/USB for data export. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-6, ISO 10993-1, ISO 9919, IEC 62304. Optional Masimo oximetry module. Percussion mode: 50-600 bpm. Pressure range: +/- 50 cmH2O.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients unable to cough or clear secretions effectively due to reduced peak cough expiratory flow, resulting from high spinal cord injuries, neuromuscular deficits, or severe fatigue associated with intrinsic lung disease. For use on adult and pediatric patients 3 years and older. Contraindications not specified.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A noncontinuous ventilator (intermittent positive pressure breathing-IPPB) is a device intended to deliver intermittently an aerosol to a patient's lungs or to assist a patient's breathing.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
October 3, 2014
Dima Italia Srl Dario Basciu Senior Regulatory Affairs Engineer Via Coriolano Vighi, 29 40133. Bologna - Italy
Re: K140605
Trade/Device Name: Mini Pegaso Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc. Regulation Number: 868.5905 Regulation Name: Noncontinuous Ventilator (IPPB) Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NHJ Dated: July 4, 2014 Received: September 4, 2014
Dear Mr. Basciu,
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.
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of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
Sincerely yours,
Teiashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D.
Tejashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D. Clinical Deputy Director DAGRID/ODE/CDRH FOR
Erin I. Keith, M.S. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K140605
Device Name MINI PEGASO A-COUGH PERC
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The MINI PEGASO A-COUGH PERC is designed for the use on patients unable to cough or clear secretions effectively due to reduced peak cough expiratory flow, resulting from high spinal cord injuries, neuromuscular deficits or severe fatigue associated with intrinsic lung disease. It may be used either with a facemask, mouthpiece, or an adapter to a patient's endotracheal tube or tracheostomy tube. For use in hospital, institutional setting, or home use given adequate training. For use on adult patients and pediatric patients 3 years old and up.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K140605
Device Name MINI PEGASO A-COUGH
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The MINI PEGASO A-COUGH is designed for the use on patients unable to cough or clear secretions effectively due to reduced peak cough expiratory flow, resulting from high spinal cord injuries, neuromuscular deficits or severe fatigue associated with intrinsic lung disease. It may be used either with a facemask, mouthpiece, or an adapter to a patient's endotracheal tube. For use in hospital, institutional setting, or home use given adequate training.
For use on adult patients and pediatric patients 3 years old and up.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K140605
Device Name MINI PEGASO COUGH
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The MINI PEGASO COUGH is designed for the use on patients unable to cough or clear secretions effectively due to reduced peak cough expiratory flow, resulting from high spinal cord injuries, neuromuscular deficits or severe fatigue associated with intrinsic lung disease. It may be used either with a facemask, mouthpiece, or an adapter to a patient's endotracheal tube. For use in hospital, institutional setting, or home use given adequate training.
For use on adult patients and pediatric patients 3 years old and up.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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### FOR FDA USE ONLY
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Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement on last page.
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# 510(k) Summary
# Administrative Information and Device Identification
| Name and address of the manufacturer<br>and sponsor of the 510(k) submission | Manufacturer:<br>Dima Italia Srl<br>Via Coriolano Vighi, 29<br>40133, Bologna - Italy<br>Office: (+39) 051568857<br>Fax: (+39) 051563994<br>Sponsor:<br>Dima Italia Srl<br>Via Coriolano Vighi, 29<br>40133, Bologna - Italy<br>Office: (+39) 051568857<br>Fax: (+39) 051563994 |
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| FDA<br>registration<br>number<br>of<br>the<br>manufacturer of the device: | 3007123976 (Facility Registration number) |
| Official contact person<br>for all<br>correspondence: | Dario Basciu,<br>Senior Regulatory Affairs Engineer<br>Dima Italia Srl<br>Via Coriolano Vighi, 29<br>40133, Bologna - Italy<br>Office: (+39) 051568857<br>Fax: (+39) 051563994<br>Email: tech.support@dimaitalia.com |
| Date Prepared: | October 03, 2014 |
| Proprietary Name of new device: | Mini Pegaso Cough<br>Mini Pegaso A-Cough<br>Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc |
| Common or usual name of the device: | Secretion Clearance Device |
| Dima Italia Srl model number: | Mini Pegaso Cough |
| Classification of new device | Class II |
| Classification of the predicate<br>device: | Class II |
| Classification Panel: | Anesthesiology |
| Panel Code: | NHJ - noncontinuous ventilator (IPPB) |
| CFR Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 868.5905<br>a) Identification. A noncontinuous ventilator<br>(intermittent positive pressure breathing – IPPB) is a<br>device intended to deliver intermittently an aerosol to<br>a patient's lung ot to assist a patient's breathing.<br>b) Classification. Class II (performance standards) |
| Predicate device Name(s) and<br>510(k) numbers: | Emerson Cough Assist, Model CA-3000 K002598<br>Dima Italia Nagavent DA-3 Plus Pegaso K072292 |
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| | Philips Respironics CoughAssist T70<br>Respironics SimplyClear Percussor | K121955<br>K122111 |
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| Reason for submission | New Device. | |
## Description of device.
The Dima Italia Srl Mini Pegaso Cough is an electric device useful in clearing retained bronchopulmonary secretions. It acts a "cough" patient simulation, applying a positive air pressure to the airway, then rapidly shifting to a negative air pressure. At the end of this pressure shifting, the Mini Pegaso Cough leaves the airways free, at zero pressure, for a pause time determined by operator.
The Inspiratory Flow rising time can be selected on four levels: Peak, High, Medium, Low.
This "Forced Insufflation" is destinated to patients with reduced coughing possibilities due to muscular dystrophy, myasthenia gravis, poliomyelitis respiratory muscles paralysis, such as spinal cord injury. Even patients with other diseases, such emphysema, cystic fibrosis, can be treated with Mini Pegaso Cough.
It can be used with a facemask or, with an adapter, to an endotracheal or tracheostomy tube.
The Mini Pegaso Cough is realized with a blower, used as pressure and flow generator, and a mechanical valve, commanding the sign and the air pressure intensity outing to the patient.
The blower takes air from atmosphere, and compresses it in order to generate a positive or negative pressure. The pressure value is controlled by an electronic sensors.
In order to reduce the risks of adverse reactions, an (optional) Masimo oximeter has been added.
An optional flow sensor (trigger) has been added in order to synchronize the inspiration cycles to the first or all the inspiratory efforts of the patient.
An optional high frequency oscillatory vibration (percussion mode) has been added in order to help to clear retained bronchopulmonary secretions.
So, Mini Pegaso Cough (without options), Mini Pegaso A-Cough (with the trigger option), Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc (with trigger and percussion options) identification names will be used.
Mini Pegaso Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc are equivalent devices.
The Inspiratory/Expiratory cycles are determined by the blower rotation and the mechanical valve positioning. This valve is connected to a step-motor, whose position is detected through an optical sensor. The valve lets the positive flow go toward the patient and the negative flow toward the atmosphere or, instead, the positive flow to the atmosphere and the negative flow toward the patient.
The working parameters are visualized on a colour TFT display and modified through a touch keyboard.
The settable parameters are:
- Cough assistant modes or Percussion mode (if present)
- Cough Times
- Trigger value (if present)
- Positive Pressure value
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- Negative Pressure value
- Percussion Pressure amplitude (if present)
- Percussion Frequency
- . Percussion I/E Ratio
- Oximeter configuration and alarms
If the device is in automatic mode, the device will continuously cycle, generating an Inspiration phase, followed by an expiration phase, followed by a pause phase.
If the device is in manual mode, the device will produce an inspiration phase if the operator moves to the right side the lever of a mechanical switch, will produce an expiration phase if the operator moves the lever to the left, generates a pause phase if the lever is in stand-by position.
When the trigger is present, AutoSync and EasyStart modes are enabled. Autosync starts VE/Pause cycles synchronized with the inspiratory effort of the patient. Easystart synchronizes only the first I/E/Pause cycle with the inspiratory effort of the patient. All other cycles will follow the set times as for automatic mode.
When the Percussion option is present, the device enable the Percussion mode.
This is a feature that delivers a pressure oscillation based on frequency and amplitude set points.
# Statement of Intended Use.
The Dima Italia Srl Mini Pegaso Cough assists patients in clearing retained bronchopulmonary secretions by gradually applying a positive pressure to the airway, then rapidly shifting to a negative pressure. This rapid shift in pressure, via a facemask, mouthpiece or an endotracheal or tracheostomy tube, produces a high expiratory flow rate from the lungs, simulating a cough.
## Indication for use (for all Models)
The MINI PEGASO COUGH is designed for the use on patients unable to cough or clear secretions effectively due to reduced peak cough expiratory flow, resulting from high spinal cord injuries, neuromuscular deficits or severe fatigue associated with intrinsic lung disease. It may be used either with a facemask, mouthpiece, or an adapter to a patient's endotracheal tube or tracheostomy tube. For use in hospital, institutional setting, or home use given adequate training. For use on adult patients and pediatric patients 3 years old and up.
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# Comparison of Device technological Characteristics to predicate device
## Substantial Equivalence.
The Dima Italia Srl Mini Pegaso Cough device has the following similarities to the previously cleared predicate devices:
- Same intended use ●
- Same operating principle
- . Same technology
- . Same manufacturing process
The MiniPegaso Cough, MiniPegaso A-Cough, MiniPegaso A-Cough Perc devices have the secretion clearance functionality substantially equivalent to CoughAssist device (K002598), Dima Italia Negavent DA-3 Plus Pegaso (K072292) and the CoughAssist T70 device (K121955).
The MiniPegaso A-Cough Perc device is useful for the mucus loosening and mobilization. It occurs by applying air pulse generated high frequency oscillatory vibrations on the chest wall via the airways. The high frequency oscillatory vibrations release mucus from the bronchial walls, increasing mobilization. The MiniPegaso A-Cough Perc device combines the loosening and mobilization functionality of the Philips Respironics SimplyClear (K12211) with the secretion clearance functionality of the CoughAssist device (K002598), Dima Italia Pegaso (K072292) and the CoughAssist T70 device (K121955).
New software features between the MiniPeaaso Cough. MiniPeaso A-Cough. MiniPeaso A-Cough Perc and the Mini Pegaso Cough K140605 include new software features which do not raise concerns of safety or effectiveness.
The table below summarizes the key technical characteristics between the Mini Pegaso Cough to those of the predicate devices listed in the submission:
| Technological<br>Characteristics | Mini Pegaso Cough<br>Description<br>K140605 | Pegaso Cough<br>Description<br>K072292 | Respironics<br>SimplyClear<br>K122111 | Emerson<br>CoughAssist<br>K002598 | Philips Respironics<br>CoughAssist K121955 |
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| Patient Population | Adult or pediatric<br>patient unable to cough<br>or clear secretions<br>effectively | Adult or pediatric patient<br>unable to cough or clear<br>secretions effectively | Adult or pediatric<br>patients having<br>difficulty with secretion<br>clearance and/or<br>inability to cough | Adult or pediatric<br>patient with an<br>ineffective cough due<br>to muscular<br>dystrophy,<br>myasthenia gravis,<br>poliomyelitis, or other<br>neurologic disorder<br>with some paralysis<br>of the respiratory<br>muscles, such as<br>spinal cord injury. | Adult or pediatric<br>patient unable to cough<br>or clear secretions<br>effectively |
| Delivery type | Non Invasive or<br>Invasive | Non Invasive or Invasive | Non Invasive or<br>Invasive | Non Invasive or<br>Invasive | Non Invasive or<br>Invasive |
| Modes of operation | Manual and Auto | Manual and Auto | Manual and Auto | Manual and Auto | Manual and Auto |
| Inhalation Pressure | 0 to 50 cmH2O | 0 to 70 cmH2O | 0 to 70 cmH2O | 0 to 60 cmH2O | 0 to 70 cmH2O |
| Exhalation Pressure | 0 to -50 cmH2O | 0 to -70 cmH2O | 0 to -70 cmH2O | 0 to -60 cmH2O | 0 to -70 cmH2O |
| Inhale Flow | Low, medium, High,<br>Peak | Low, medium, High | Low, medium, High | Low, medium, High | Low, medium, High |
| Pause Time | 0 to 9.9 seconds | 0 to 9.9 seconds | 0 to 5 seconds | 0 to 5 seconds | 0 to 5 seconds |
| Phases of Therapy<br>Cycle | Insufflation,<br>Exsufflation, Pause | Insufflation, Exsufflation,<br>Pause | Insufflation,<br>Exsufflation, Pause | Insufflation,<br>Exsufflation, Pause | Insufflation,<br>Exsufflation, Pause |
| MiniPegaso Cough<br>Safety Protocols | Dynamic Flow and<br>Pressure control.<br>Manufacturer Software<br>Calibration eliminates<br>all undesired<br>oscillations.<br>Sensor malfunction<br>detection | Dynamic Flow and<br>Pressure control.<br>Manufacturer Software<br>Calibration eliminates all<br>undesired oscillations. | Dynamic Stability<br>Analysis. Flow and<br>Pressure based<br>Oscillation Detection<br>Extreme Flow Rate<br>Control and Response<br>Sensor Malfunction<br>Stability | N/A | Dynamic Stability<br>Analysis. Flow and<br>Pressure based<br>Oscillation Detection<br>Extreme Flow Rate<br>Control and Response<br>Sensor Malfunction<br>Stability |
| Percussion<br>Frequency | 50 to 600 bpm | NA | 60 to 1200 bpm | NA | NA |
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| Remote Data<br>Access | An internal memory<br>stores therapies data.<br>RS232/USB adapter<br>transmits to a PC<br>therapies and technical<br>data | NA | N/A | A secure digital (SD)<br>card provides means for<br>data access. |
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| Device Features | Similarities |
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| User Interface,<br>including displayed<br>therapy parameters<br>and oximetry<br>parameters. | Philips Respironics CoughAssist T70 K121955 has similar parameters displayed in<br>the main working page.<br>Philips Respironics CoughAssist T70 K121955 doesn't visualize oximetry<br>parameters on the main page, but the operator has to call a specific function in order to<br>visualize these monitored values. MiniPegaso (all models) visualizes on the main page<br>the monitored values and the alarms and exceptions that are related to the oximetry. |
| AutoSync/EasyStart | The AutoSync and Easy Start are based on the detection of the patient's inspiratory efforts<br>(triggers). For this detection a digital flow sensor is used. The principle is similar to the<br>Philips Respironics CoughAssist T70 K121955 Cough-Trak feature. |
| Automatic and<br>Manual Modes | These modalities are the same of the Dima Italia Srl Pegaso Cough K072292 with no<br>change. |
| Oscillations<br>(percussion) | The feature is similar to the oscillatory vibrations of the Philips Respironics<br>SimplyClear (K122111). In the literature technicians prefer to use the Frequency and<br>I/E Ratio instead of the definition of Inspiratory Time and Expiratory Time. The Pause<br>Time is never used. So, MiniPegaso A-Cough Perc in the Percussion modality, shows<br>Frequency and I/E Ratio. |
| Oximetry<br>Connection | The MiniPegaso devices (all models) work with a Masimo oximeter. The oximeter is<br>similar to the one used on the Philips Respironics CoughAssist T70 K121955 device. |
# Performance Data
Non-Clinical Testing.
In order to demonstrate that the Mini Pegaso Cough device performs to design input specifications and it is substantially equivalent to predicate devices, black-box performance testing was conducted, using bench testing methodologies.
Worst case scenario inputs that would be experienced in the intended use environment has been simulated (null and maximum pressures, minimum and maximum flows, all SpO2 values and all Pulse rate values, all exceptions that external Masimo SpO2 module can activate).
Additional white-box testing verified proper operation under conditions of sensors malfunctions, inaccurate or complete sensor dropout.
For oximeter verification, a Clinical Dynamic Simulator Validation Report has been run by Masimo on Mini Pegaso Cough.
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# Device Testing Summary
Verification activities have been performed to verify that the device meets the specification requirements. This included bench testing, software unit testing, hardware unit testing for SpO2 introduction, and code reviews.
| Device<br>Characteristics | Testing Summary |
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| User Interface,<br>including displayed<br>therapy parameters<br>and oximetry<br>parameters. | Has been verified to meet product requirements defined for the Mini Pegaso Cough.<br>Bench testing, black-box and white-box testings, code reviews and software unit<br>testing were performed to verify that all display functions, user controls and<br>informational messages performed as intended, including oximeter values. The user<br>interface was verified to ensure that it displayed the proper data and expected therapy<br>information. |
| AutoSync/EasyStart | The AutoSync and EasyStart features of the Mini Pegaso A-Cough and Mini Pegaso<br>A-Cough Perc device has been verified to meet product specifications with each<br>defined patient case simulation. The operation and triggering performance has been<br>verified to operate across tha range of patient cases. |
| Oscillations<br>(percussion) | The Percussion feature of the Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc has been verified to meet<br>product specifications. Bench testing at extreme therapy settings has been executed and<br>waveforms on lung simulator are as attended. |
| Data Management | Data Management of the Mini Pegaso Cough device has been verified to meet product<br>specifications for internal EEprom and for its downloading from a PC.<br>Bench testing, black-box and white-box testings, code reviews and software unit<br>testing were performed to verify that all memory functions performed as intended. |
| Oximetry<br>Connection | The oximeter has been tested to verify that the pulse oximetry data perform as<br>intended. Proper values visualization and proper alarms activation has been tested, too.<br>All exception messages have been verified with bench testing and with a clinical<br>dynamic simulator. |
| Case | The Mini Pegaso Cough structure and materials have been tested to verify the<br>complying to product requirements defined for the device. IEC 60601-1, ISO 10993-1,<br>ISO 9919 tests passed. Third part Test reports. |
| Electrical Safety<br>Class | The Mini Pegaso Cough has been tested to verify the complying to product<br>requirements defined for the device. IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2 passed. Third parts<br>Test reports. |
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# Standards Evaluation
The Dima Italia Srl Mini Pegaso Cough device has been designed and tested according to:
- 1. ISO 14971 Medical devices Application of Risk management to medical devices
- 2. ISO 10993-1 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process
- 3. IEC 60601-1 Medical Electric Equipment-Part 1: General Requirements of Safety
- 4. IEC 60601-1-2 Medical Electrical Equipment-Part 1-2: Electromagnetic Compatibility
- 5. IEC 60601-1-6 Medical Electrical Equipment-Part 1-6:Usability
- 6. ISO 9919 Medical Electrical Equipment-Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of pulse oximeter equipment for medical use
- 7. IEC 62304 Medical Device Software Software life cycle processes.
The Dima Italia Srl Mini Pegaso Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc were tested in accordance with applicable voluntary standards. The Dima Italia Srl Mini Pegaso Cough, Mimi Pegaso A-Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc met the required performance criteria and functioned as intended.
# Conclusion
Mini Peaaso Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc are equivalent devices.
The Mini Pegaso Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc specifications that are the subject of this 510(k) submission have been validated using non-clinical tests. A clinical dynamic simulator was used for the pulse oximetry validation.
Mini Pegaso Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc devices have been determined to be substantially equivalent to the predicate devices. Bench testing (black-box and white-box) and software code reviews have confirmed that the Mini Pegaso Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc device performs substantially equivalent to the cited predicated devices.
Mini Pegaso Cough, Mini Legaso A-Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc devices are different from predicate devices on maximum pressure (that is limited to 50cmH2O), and maximum percussion frequency (that is limited to 600cpm).
The indication for use, technological characteristics, and principles of operation are similar to the predicate devices. The Dima Italia Srl Mini Pegaso Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough, Mini Pegaso A-Cough Perc devices are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices and the devices do not raise questions of safety and effectiveness.
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Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.