K143238 · Medcomp ( Medical Components) · LJS · Apr 24, 2015 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K143238
Device Name
C3 Wave
Applicant
Medcomp ( Medical Components)
Product Code
LJS · General Hospital
Decision Date
Apr 24, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5970
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Software as a Medical Device
Indications for Use
The C3 Wave System is intended to provide real time tip location information of a central venous catheter by utilization of ECG to observe P-wave changes as the tip approaches the right atrium of the heart via the superior vena cava.
Device Story
C3 Wave system aids PICC placement in adult patients. System inputs: patient cardiac electrical activity via ECG electrodes/cables. Operation: ECG signal captured by C3 hub, transmitted via Bluetooth to iPad monitor running mobile application. Clinician observes P-wave changes on iPad to determine catheter tip proximity to right atrium. Remote control allows sterile operation. Output: real-time visual display of ECG/P-wave. Used in clinical settings by healthcare providers. Benefits: real-time guidance for accurate tip placement, reduced need for repeated imaging, improved patient comfort via wireless connectivity.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Design verification and validation performed per 21 CFR 820.30. Conformance to IEC 60601-1 (safety) and IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC). Biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993-1 (cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation, systemic toxicity) passed for C3 hub and ECG cables.
Technological Characteristics
System components: iPad monitor, C3 hub, remote control, ECG cables/electrodes. Connectivity: Bluetooth. Power: Battery-powered hub. Biocompatibility: ISO 10993 compliant. Safety standards: IEC 60601-1 (3rd Ed), IEC 60601-1-2. Software: Mobile application on iPad.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as a supplemental aid in positioning for Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) in adult patients. Provides real-time catheter tip location via cardiac electrical activity. Confirmation of tip placement must be verified by clinical judgment and established hospital protocol (e.g., Chest X-Ray, Fluoroscopy). Not contraindicated but limiting for patients with atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, severe tachycardia, pacemaker driven rhythm, and COPD.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A percutaneous, implanted, long-term intravascular catheter is a device that consists of a slender tube and any necessary connecting fittings, such as luer hubs, and accessories that facilitate the placement of the device. The device allows for repeated access to the vascular system for long-term use of 30 days or more, and it is intended for administration of fluids, medications, and nutrients; the sampling of blood; and monitoring blood pressure and temperature. The device may be constructed of metal, rubber, plastic, composite materials, or any combination of these materials and may be of single or multiple lumen design.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls) Guidance Document: “Guidance on Premarket Notification [510(k)] Submission for Short-Term and Long-Term Intravascular Catheters.”
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
April 24, 2015
Medcomp Ms. Courtney Nix Regulatory Associate 1499 Delp Drive Harleysville, PA 19438
Re: K143238
Trade/Device Name: C3 Wave Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5970 Regulation Name: Percutaneous, implanted, long-term intravascular catheter Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LJS Dated: March 6, 2015 Received: March 10, 2015
Dear Ms. Nix:
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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Tina
Kiang -S
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
Enclosure
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| Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 |
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**Indications for Use**
| 510(k) Number (if known) | K143238 |
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| Device Name | C3 Wave |
| Indications for Use (Describe) | The C3 Wave System is indicated for use as a supplemental aid in positioning for Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) in adult patients. It provides real-time catheter tip location information by using the patient's cardiac electrical activity. Confirmation of tip placement should be verified according to clinical judgement and established hospital protocol (e.g., Chest X-Ray, Fluoroscopy). Note: Limiting, but not contraindicated, situations for this technique are patients where cardiac rhythms may change presentation of the P wave: atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, severe tachycardia, pacemaker driven rhythm, and cronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Such patients are easily identified prior to PICC insertion. Use of additional confirmation method is necessary to confirm catheter tip location. |
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | <div> <label><input checked="checked" type="checkbox"/> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)</label> </div> <div> <label><input type="checkbox"/> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)</label> </div> |
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| | Section 5 | 510(k) SUMMARY | Traditional 510K | |
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| | | K143238 | | |
| A. | Submitter Information: | | | |
| | Submitter: | Medcomp®<br>1499 Delp Drive<br>Harleysville, PA 19438 | | |
| | Contact: | Tel: (215) 256-4201, x 2285<br>Fax: (215) 256-9191<br>Courtney Nix<br>Cnix@medcompnet.com<br>Regulatory Associate | | |
| | Date Prepared: | 11/11/2014 | | |
| B. | Trade Name: | C3 Wave | | |
| | Common Name: | PICC placement accessory | | |
| | Classification Name: | Long Term Intravascular Catheter (80 LJS) | | |
| | Regulation Name: | Percutaneous, implanted, long-term intravascular catheter | | |
| | C.F.R. Section: | 21 CFR 880.5970 | | |
| | Class: | II | | |
| C. | Predicate Devices: | K140799 Medcomp, Celerity™ System | | |
#### D. Device Description:
The C3 Wave system includes the iPad® monitor running the mobile application software, the C3 hub (a battery and power supply cord for the hub), a remote control, and an ECG clip cable (alligator clip). Procedural accessories include the ECG snap leads, ECG patient cable, ECG electrodes, remote cover, and prep pads which are provided as a convenience to the clinician.
### E. Intended Use:
The C3 Wave System is intended to provide real time tip location information of a central venous catheter by utilization of ECG to observe P-wave changes as the tip approaches the right atrium of the heart via the superior vena cava.
### แ Indications for Use:
The C3 Wave System is indicated for use as a supplemental aid in positioning for Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) in adult patients. It provides real-time catheter tip location information by using the patient's cardiac electrical activity. Confirmation of tip placement should be verified according to clinical judgement and established hospital protocol (e.g., Chest X-Ray, Fluoroscopy). Note: Limiting, but not contraindicated, situations for this technique are patients where cardiac rhythms may change presentation of the P wave: atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, severe tachycardia, pacemaker driven rhythm, and cronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Such patients are easily identified prior to PICC insertion. Use of additional confirmation method is necessary to confirm catheter tip location.
- G. Comparison to Predicate Devices:
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The C3 Wave system is substantially equivalent to the predicate device in terms of intended use, indication for use, anatomical location, basic design, performance, and labeling.
The difference between the C3 Wave system and the predicate device is in the use of Bluetooth® technology to digitally transfer the ECG waveform to the mobile application running on the iPad® monitor, and also the use of Bluetooth® technology in the remote control which allows the clinician to control the system without breaking the sterile field. The use of Bluetooth® technology eliminates the need to have cables running from the patient to the monitor and improves patient comfort.
Performance Testing:
Design verification and validation activities were performed in accordance with Design Control requirements per 21 CFR 820.30 and demonstrate that the subject C3 Wave system meets predetermined performance specifications.
The performance evaluation plan included testing per the following recognized standards to assess conformance to IEC 60601-1 (3rd Edition).
IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements for Safety
- IEC 60601-1-2 Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 2: General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance - Collateral Standard Electro Magnetic Compatibility - Requirements and Test
### ដែ Biocompatibility:
C3 Wave patient contact is limited to the ECG cables. The C3 hub can have limited patient contact if the clinician places the hub on the patient's chest, however the hub can perform the exact same function if placed beside the patient therefore having no patient contact. As a result, biocompatibility testing was conducted on the C3 Wave hub and ECG cables (ECG Alligator Clip and Power Supply Cable) according to ISO 10993-1. The following test results demonstrate that the material used meets ISO 10993 requirements for an external communicating device with circulating blood path:
CYTOTOXICITY:
Cytotoxicity Test. Neutral Red Uptake 4 concentration- ISO- Passed-A: 14-03214-N1
SENSITIZATION:
B: Kligman Maximization - 2 extracts - Passed - Report -14-02840-G2
# IRRITATION:
C: ISO Intracutaneous Injection - 2 extracts - Passed - 14-02840-G4
## SYSTEMIC TOXICITY:
D: ISO Rabbit Pyrogen (material mediated) - Passed - Report- 14-02840-G5
## CHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION:
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- E: Chemical Characterization test performed on the C3 Wave Hub and results were as expected.
### J. Technological Characteristics:
Technological Characteristics of the C3 Wave system are equivalent to the predicate device with respect to the basic system design but differ in the technology employed to accomplish the same adjunct function. Even with the technology differences between the predicate and proposed devices, no new questions of effectiveness are raised.
## Summary of Substantial Equivalence:
The proposed device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device based on:
- The Intended Use .
- Indications for Use .
- e Basic system design
- o Operating principle
- o Results of performance testing
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