K150893 · Hamilton Medical AG · BSK · Jan 29, 2016 · Anesthesiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K150893
Device Name
IntelliCuff
Applicant
Hamilton Medical AG
Product Code
BSK · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
Jan 29, 2016
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.5750
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The IntelliCuff device is intended to continuously measure and automatically maintain the userset cuff pressure of an endotracheal tube (ETT) or tracheostomy tube (TT) during mechanical ventilation. The device can be used with any mechanical ventilator, as follows: - When used with a non-Hamilton Medical ventilator, IntelliCuff adjusts the cuff pressure to values set on the device. - When used with a Hamilton Medical ventilator, IntelliCuff adjusts the cuff pressure to values set either on the device or on the ventilator, depending on configuration. The device is to be used during ventilation of adults, pediatrics, and neonates, who are intubated with ETT or TT, in the following areas: - In the intensive care ward or in the recovery room - In the operation room during intubation narcosis - For emergency medical care or primary care - During transport within and outside of the hospital - During transfer by rescue vehicles, ship, jet, or helicopter
Device Story
IntelliCuff is a portable, standalone cuff pressure controller for endotracheal or tracheostomy tubes. It continuously measures and automatically maintains user-set cuff pressure using ambient room air. The device operates independently or integrated with Hamilton Medical ventilators; when integrated, settings can be adjusted via the ventilator or the controller. It features a large display, intuitive buttons, and battery backup. Used in ICUs, ORs, and during transport (including air/rescue vehicles) by clinicians. It requires no calibration or maintenance. By maintaining optimal cuff pressure, it secures airway management, potentially reducing complications associated with improper cuff inflation. The device provides visual data to the provider, facilitating clinical decision-making regarding airway seal integrity.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing, including electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2), human factors/usability engineering (IEC 62366), software verification/validation (IEC 62304), and control system analysis (IEC 60601-1-10). Mechanical safety and environmental testing (RTCA/DO-160G) were performed to support use in transport environments.
Technological Characteristics
Portable cuff pressure controller using ambient air for inflation. Features include a large-scale display, user-interface buttons, and battery backup. Complies with IEC 60601-1 (safety), IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC), IEC 60601-1-8 (alarms), IEC 60601-1-10 (control systems), IEC 62366 (usability), and IEC 62304 (software). RTCA/DO-160G compliant for transport. Software is classified as major level of concern.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adults, pediatrics, and neonates intubated with an endotracheal or tracheostomy tube requiring continuous cuff pressure measurement and maintenance during mechanical ventilation in clinical, emergency, or transport settings.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An inflatable tracheal tube cuff is a device used to provide an airtight seal between a tracheal tube and a patient's trachea.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
January 29, 2016
Hamilton Medical AG Steffen Boden Regulatory Affairs/Quality Engineer Via Crusch 8, 7402 Bonaduz Switzerland
Re: K150893
Trade/Device Name: IntelliCuff Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5750 Regulation Name: Inflatable Tracheal Tube Cuff Regulatory Class: II Product Code: BSK Dated: December 18, 2015 Received: December 28, 2015
### Dear Mr. Boden,
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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Sincerely vours.
Tejashri 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
Enclosure
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# INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT
K150893 510(k) Number:
Device Name: IntelliCuff
## Indication for Use:
The IntelliCuff device is intended to continuously measure and automatically maintain the userset cuff pressure of an endotracheal tube (ETT) or tracheostomy tube (TT) during mechanical ventilation.
The device can be used with any mechanical ventilator, as follows:
- . When used with a non-Hamilton Medical ventilator, IntelliCuff adjusts the cuff pressure to values set on the device.
- When used with a Hamilton Medical ventilator, IntelliCuff adjusts the cuff pressure to values set either on the device or on the ventilator, depending on configuration.
The device is to be used during ventilation of adults, pediatrics, and neonates, who are intubated with ETT or TT, in the following areas:
- In the intensive care ward or in the recovery room ●
- In the operation room during intubation narcosis
- For emergency medical care or primary care ●
- During transport within and outside of the hospital
- . During transfer by rescue vehicles, ship, jet, or helicopter
| Prescription Use | X |
|-----------------------------|--------|
| (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | AND/OR |
| Over-The-Counter Use | |
| (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) | |
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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| Project-Name: | IntelliCuff - 510(k) Submission | Hamilton Medical AG | Doc.-No.: IntelliCuff |
|---------------|---------------------------------|---------------------|-----------------------|
| Doc.-Title: | Part 5: 510(k) Summary | | Doc.-Version: 1.4 |
# IntelliCuff - 510(k) Submission
510(k) Summary
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# 510(K) SUMMARY
### l. Submitter
Hamilton Medical AG Via Crusch 8 7402 Bonaduz Switzerland
Establishment registration number: 3001421318
Phone: +41 58 610 10 20 Fax: +41 58 610 00 20
Contact person: Mr. Steffen Boden, Quality Engineer / Regulatory Affairs E-mail: stboden@hamilton-medical.ch
Preparation date: January 28, 2016
#### II. Device
(Trade) Name of Device: Common or Usual Name: Classification Name: Regulatory Class: Product Code:
IntelliCuff Cuff Pressure Controller Cuff, Tracheal Tube, Inflatable (21 CFR 868.5750) -BSK
### lll. Predicate Device(s)
### Primary Predicate Device
ARM MEDICAL DEVICES, INC PYTON Cuff Regulator; K092733
This predicate has not been subject to a design-related recall
## Reference Device
Hamilton Medical AG HAMILTON-G5; K103803, K131774
This reference device has been subject to a design-related recall: Recall Number Z-1185-2012.
The recall was not related to the cuff pressure controller component to which the IntelliCuff device is compared to.
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#### IV. Device Description
The IntelliCuff device continuously measures and automatically maintains cuff pressure during mechanical ventilation of adults, pediatrics, and neonates using a cuffed endotracheal tube or tracheostomy tube. It is an integrated and continuous cuff pressure control solution that secures airway management in intensive care units, operating rooms, and during interhospital transport.
When the IntelliCuff device is connected to a Hamilton Medical ventilator, cuff pressure settings can be manually adjusted by either selecting the appropriate values on the ventilator or the cuff pressure controller.
It is designed for immediate use; no calibration or maintenance is required. It operates in the recommended range of desired cuff pressures for various cuffed endotracheal tubes to provide suitable solutions for various clinical patient situations. For inflation, room air is used and no contact to the respiratory gas system of a patient occurs. A large-scale display and convenient and intuitive interaction buttons maximize safe use and visibility of all important data.
The associated accessories include:
- Cuff Pressure Tube with Filter
- Device Mount Solution ●
- USB Power Supply and Car Adapter
#### V. Indications for Use / Intended Use
The IntelliCuff device is intended to continuously measure and automatically maintain the userset cuff pressure of an endotracheal tube (ETT) or tracheostomy tube (TT) during mechanical ventilation.
The device can be used with any mechanical ventilator, as follows:
- . When used with a non-Hamilton Medical ventilator, IntelliCuff adjusts the cuff pressure to values set on the device.
- . When used with a Hamilton Medical ventilator, IntelliCuff adjusts the cuff pressure to values set either on the device or on the ventilator, depending on configuration.
The device is to be used during ventilation of adults, pediatrics, and neonates, who are intubated with ETT or TT, in the following areas:
- . In the intensive care ward or in the recovery room
- In the operation room during intubation narcosis
- . For emergency medical care or primary care
- During transport within and outside of the hospital
- . During transfer by rescue vehicles, ship, jet, or helicopter
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### VI. Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device(s)
The application of set pressure to seal a cuffed endotracheal tube or tracheostomy tube including the supervision and maintenance of a set cuff pressure is the technological principle for both the subject and predicate devices.
The indication statements for the IntelliCuff device are comparable to those for the predicate devices.
Technological characteristics and performance specifications of the IntelliCuff device are substantially equivalent to those of the predicate devices. At a high level, the subject and predicate devices are based on the following same technological elements:
- . Inflation and Deflation of an endotracheal tube or tracheostomy tube
- User-controlled set pressure ●
- . Software-controlled pressure supervision and automatic pressure adjustment
- Use of ambient / room air
- Alarm system ●
- Battery backup power ●
The following technological differences exist between the subject and predicate devices:
- . Use of an additional pressure sensor
- The primary predicate device is an ICU ventilator with build-in cuff pressure adjustment . functionality whereas the subject device is a portable device for cuff pressure adjustment only
Hamilton Medical has demonstrated the IntelliCuff device to have adequate performance. The IntelliCuff device is considered to be substantially equivalent to currently marketed predicate devices that have been previously cleared by FDA.
#### VII. Performance data
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination.
### Electrical safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility
Electrical safety and EMC testing were conducted on the IntelliCuff device, consisting of the cuff pressure controller and power supply. The device complies with the IEC 60601-1 standard for safety and the IEC 60601-1-2 standard for EMC.
### Additional testing
A Human Factors / Usability Study was conducted and the IntelliCuff device was found to be in conformance with the 'Draft Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff -Applying Human Factors and Usability Engineering to Optimize Medical Device Design'. Additional testing on the IntelliCuff device was conducted according to IEC 60601-1-8, IEC 62366. IEC 60601-1-6 and IEC 62304 standards. Furthermore, a control system analysis was conducted and compliance with applicable clauses of IEC 60601-1-10 was demonstrated. The test results show that the device has adequate performance for its intended use.
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### FAA Regulations
In accordance with the US Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) along with their rules on the "Use of Respiratory Assistive Devices on Aircraft', the IntelliCuff device meets the applicable safety requirements for Medical Portable a + Electronic Devices (M-PED) by not exceeding the maximum level of radiated radio frequency interference as described in the RTCA/DO 160G, Section 21, Category M.
### Mechanical testing
Mechanical safety testing was conducted on the IntelliCuff device. The system complies with the IEC 60601-1 standard for safety and RTCA DO-160G Sect. 8, Cat. R and Cat. U, and Sect. 7 Cat. B.
### Software Verification and Validation Testing
Software verification and validation testing was conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices." The software for this device was considered as a 'major' level of concern, since a failure or latent flaw in the software could directly result in serious injury or death to the patient or operator.
The results of the software verification and validation testing demonstrate that all specified requirements have been implemented correctly and completely.
### Summary
Based on the non-clinical performance as documented, the IntelliCuff device was found to have an adequate performance profile that is similar to the predicate devices.
#### VIII. Conclusion
The non-clinical test results show that the IntelliCuff device has adequate performance for its intended use and the device performs as intended in the specified use conditions. The hardware and software verification and validation support a determination of substantial equivalence. In addition, the conclusions drawn from the non-clinical tests demonstrate that the device is as safe, as effective, and performs just as well as the predicate devices.
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