K161916 · Medicomp, Inc. · DRG · Dec 21, 2016 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K161916
Device Name
TelePatch Cardiac Monitor
Applicant
Medicomp, Inc.
Product Code
DRG · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Dec 21, 2016
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.2910
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750, is a pager-sized, handheld or patient worn device designed specifically to record and transmit ambulatory ECG signals. The device is designated as Rx only, to be worn by infants to adults of all ages. The device can be worn for days or weeks, as it is intended for use by patients who are experiencing symptoms that are transient and infrequent in nature.
Device Story
TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750 is a pager-sized, patient-worn device for ambulatory ECG recording and transmission. It captures cardiac signals via wire-based electrodes or an electrode patch with flex circuit. The device operates in two modes: event analysis or Holter (full disclosure). It features on-board analysis algorithms to detect cardiac events. Data is transmitted via cellular network or Bluetooth to a cellular phone/PC interface for physician review. Used in home or clinical settings; prescribed by physicians for patients with suspected arrhythmias. The device aids in diagnosing transient symptoms by providing long-term monitoring (days to weeks). It benefits patients by enabling remote cardiac monitoring without requiring constant clinical presence.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing, including electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2), usability (IEC 60601-1-6, IEC 62366), home healthcare environment (IEC 60601-1-11), ambulatory ECG performance (AAMI/ANSI/IEC 60601-2-47), risk management (ISO 14971), and biocompatibility (ISO 10993-5, 10993-10).
Technological Characteristics
Plastic enclosure; wire-based or flex-circuit electrode patch inputs; 1 or 2-channel ECG; coin cell/Li-ion battery; cellular/Bluetooth/USB connectivity. Complies with AAMI/ANSI/IEC 60601-1, 60601-1-2, 60601-1-6, 60601-1-11, 60601-2-47, ISO 14971, ISO 10993-5/10. Software includes on-board analysis algorithms for event/Holter modes.
Indications for Use
Indicated for infants to adults of all ages experiencing transient and infrequent symptoms potentially attributable to cardiac arrhythmia, such as palpitations or shortness of breath. Rx only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A radiofrequency physiological signal transmitter and receiver is a device used to condition a physiological signal so that it can be transmitted via radiofrequency from one location to another, e.g., a central monitoring station. The received signal is reconditioned by the device into its original format so that it can be displayed.
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December 21, 2016
Medicomp, Inc. % Susan Goldstein-Falk Official Correspondent Mdi Consultants 55 Northern Blvd Great Neck, New York 11021
Re: K161916
Trade/Device Name: TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2910 Regulation Name: Radiofrequency Physiological Signal Transmitter And Receiver Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DRG, MLO Dated: November 8, 2016 Received: November 10, 2016
Dear Susan Goldstein-Falk:
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Sincerely yours.
Mada Yellman
for
Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement below.
510(k) Number (if known) K161916
Device Name TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750, is a pager-sized, handheld or patient worn device designed specifically to record and transmit ambulatory ECG signals. The device is designated as Rx only, to be worn by infants to adults of all ages. The device can be worn for days or weeks, as it is intended for use by patients who are experiencing symptoms that are transient and infrequent in nature.
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K161916
# 510(K) SUMMARY
The assigned 510(k) number is K161916
#### Submitter's Identification: 1.
Medicomp, Inc. 600 Atlantis Rd. Melbourne FL 32941
Contact: Mr. Sean A. Marcus Tel: 321-676-0100 ext.2150
Date Summary Prepared: December 12, 2016
#### Name of the Device: 2.
TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750
#### 3. Common or Usual Name:
## Transmitters and Receivers, Physiological Signal, Radiofrequency
Regulation Number: 21 CFR Part 870.2910 Regulation Name: Transmitters and Receivers, Physiological Signal, Radiofrequency Regulatory Class: II Product Code: DRG
## Electrocardiograph, Ambulatory with Analysis Algorithm
Regulation Number: 21 CFR Part 870.2800 Regulation Name: Electrocardiograph Ambulatory, with Analysis Algorithm Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MLO
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#### Predicate Device Information: 4.
K#043454, CardioPAL SAVI (Model PM410) Event /Loop Recorder, Medicomp Inc., K#091696, SAVI Wireless (Model PM500) Radiofrequency Physiological Signal Transmitter and Receiver, Medicomp, Inc.
#### ട. Device Description:
TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750 is a small, auto triggered, device, prescribed by physicians for patients who are experiencing symptoms that may be attributable to cardiac arrhythmia. Shortness of breath and palpations are examples of these symptoms. This device may be worn for a period of days or weeks - whatever time is necessary to capture and record the ECG.
The PM750 has two operating modes to allow for event analysis of the recorded ECG or in Holter mode to allow for full disclosure analysis of the recorded ECG.
The device is comprised of the function contained within the CardioPAL SAVI (Model PM410) ECG loop recorder and the SAVI Wireless (Model PM500) event monitor and an off the shelf cellular phone. The device can be used with a break-away lanyard and has interaction with a PC interface cable.
#### 6. Indications for Use:
The TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750, is a pager-sized, handheld or patient worn device designed specifically to record and transmit ambulatory ECG signals. The device is designated as Rx only, to be worn by infants to adults of all ages. The device can be worn for days or weeks, as it is intended for use by patients who are experiencing symptoms that are transient and infrequent in nature.
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#### 7. Comparison to Predicate Device (Substantial Equivalence):
The following comparison chart outlines similarities and differences between the subject and the predicate device:
| Features | Predicate Device<br>CardioPAL SAVI<br>(PM410)<br>K#043454 | Predicate Device<br>SAVI Wireless<br>(PM500)<br>K#091696 | Subject Device<br>TelePatch Cardiac<br>Monitor<br>(PM750) | Substantially<br>Equivalent or<br>Different |
|-----------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------|
| ECG Storage | 20 Minutes | 30 Days | 30 Days | SE |
| On Board<br>Analysis | Yes | Yes | Yes | SE |
| ECG Input | 1 Channel 2 Wires<br>1 Channel 3 Wires<br>2 Channel 3 Wires<br>2 Channel 5 Wires | 1 Channel 2 Wires<br>1 Channel 3 Wires<br>2 Channel 3 Wires<br>2 Channel 5 Wires | 1 Channel 3 Wires<br>1 Channel 5 Wires<br>2 Channel 3 Wires<br>2 Channel 5 Wires<br>1 Channel Electrode Patch<br>2 Channel Electrode Patch | SE |
| User Interface | Audio Beeper<br>2 line x 16<br>Character LCD<br>3 buttons | Audio Beeper<br>2 Buttons<br>Cellular Telephone | Audio Beeper<br>2 Buttons<br>Cellular Telephone | SE |
| PC Interface | Trans-telephonic<br>USB | Cellular Network<br>Bluetooth<br>USB | Cellular Network<br>Bluetooth<br>USB | SE |
| Case | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | SE |
| EC38 Type | Type 3 | Type 3 | Type 3 | SE |
| Battery | 1 AA<br>1 Coin cell | 1 AA | 1 Coin cell<br>1 Lithium Ion | SE |
| Operating &<br>Storage Humidity | 10% to 95%,<br>non-condensing | 10% to 95%,<br>non-condensing | 10% to 95%,<br>non-condensing | SE |
| Operating<br>Temperature | 0°C to 45°C<br>(32° F to 113° F) | 0°C to 40°C<br>(32° F to 104° F) | 0°C to 45°C<br>(32°F to 113°F) | SE |
| Storage<br>Temperature | -20°C to 65° C<br>(-4° F to 149° F) | -20°C to 65°C<br>(-4° F to 149° F) | -15°C to 60°C<br>(-5°F to 140°F) | SE |
| Atmospheric<br>Pressure:<br>Operating | N/A | N/A | 700 hPa to 1060 hPa | SE |
| Atmospheric<br>Pressure:<br>Storage/Transport | N/A | N/A | N/A | SE |
| Shipment<br>Temperature | N/A | N/A | -15°C to 60°C<br>(-5°F to 140°F) | SE |
| Indications For<br>Use | The CardioPAL<br>SAVI event monitor<br>is a pager-sized,<br>handheld or patient-<br>worn device<br>designed<br>specifically to<br>record and transmit<br>ambulatory ECG<br>signals. The device<br>can be worn for<br>days or weeks, as it<br>is intended for use<br>by patients who are<br>experiencing<br>symptoms that are<br>transient and<br>infrequent in nature. | The SAVI Wireless<br>PM500 is a pager-<br>sized, handheld or<br>patient-worn device<br>designed specifically<br>to record and transmit<br>ambulatory ECG<br>signals. The device<br>can be worn for days<br>or weeks, as it is<br>intended for use by<br>patients who are<br>experiencing<br>symptoms that are<br>transient and<br>infrequent in nature. | The TelePatch Cardiac<br>Monitor PM750, is a<br>pager-sized, handheld or<br>patient worn device<br>designed specifically to<br>record and transmit<br>ambulatory ECG signals.<br>The device is designated<br>as Rx only, to be worn by<br>infants to adults of all<br>ages. The device can be<br>worn for days or weeks, as<br>it is intended for use by<br>patients who are<br>experiencing symptoms<br>that are transient and<br>infrequent in nature. | SE |
| Target Population | N/A | "System can be used<br>for infants weighing<br>less than 10kg" | IFU: "The device is<br>designated as Rx only, to<br>be worn by infants to<br>adults of all ages."<br>OVERVIEW: "The<br>TelePatch System can be<br>worn by users weighing<br>less than 10kg." | SE |
| Prescription<br>Designation | CAUTION<br>NOTICE: "Federal<br>law restricts the<br>CardioPAL SAVI<br>(PM410) to sale by,<br>or on the order of, a<br>licensed medical<br>practitioner." | CAUTION NOTICE:<br>"Federal law restricts<br>the SAVI Wireless™<br>to sale by, or on the<br>order of, a licensed<br>medical practitioner." | COVER: "TelePatch is<br>intended for use as<br>prescribed by a physician<br>who wants to follow<br>cardiac activity."<br>CAUTION NOTICE:<br>"Federal law restricts the<br>TelePatch Cardiac<br>Monitor PM750 to sale<br>by, or on the order of, a<br>licensed medical<br>practitioner."<br>IFU: "The device is<br>designated as Rx only, to<br>be worn by infants to<br>adults of all ages. | SE |
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# Discussion of Similarities and Differences:
ECG output is unchanged. The technology for wire configurations is unchanged, using offthe-shelf industry standard electrodes for data input via wires as well as an electrode patch with flex circuit for data input.
The current user interface remains the same, using two buttons for user interaction. An off the shelf cellular phone, with graphic LCD, remains the same. The graphical LCD communicates device status to the user in text and graphical icons, as the device does currently. The audio beeper and LED interaction functions equivalently, to provide feedback to the user.
The interface is unchanged. ECG is transmitted via digital cellular network, a Bluetooth interface is used to send ECG to the cellular telephone and configure device parameters. The intent of the USB PC interface has not changed. The USB PC interface is used to download Holter procedures as well as configure device parameters including default options, and software download.
The case size has been changed accommodating deprecated parts, as indicated below. The composition of the case remains plastic.
The requirement of an EC38 type-3 device is unchanged.
Environmental conditions remain substantially equivalent to the predicate devices. Operating and Storage Humidity remains the same, the Operating Temperature in the subject device is safe and effective as the predicate devices. Storage Temperature remains substantially equivalent. Atmospheric Pressure in the predicate devices were not tested to IEC 60601-1-11 as this standard was introduced 4/1/2010. The subject device fell within the acceptable parameters of 700 hPa to 1060 hPa when tested for Atmospheric Pressure Operating conditions. There were no applicable shipment or Storage/Transport Atmospheric Pressure requirements specified for the predicate or subject devices.
The subject device Indications for Use Statement (IFU) has been updated to reflect target population, as suggested in the Premarket Assessment of Pediatric Medical Devices (3/24/14), pg.11, section A: Basic Elements of Labeling, Indications for Use. Additionally, the IFU states the prescription designation as noted in 21 CFR 801.109 (c).
Target population is now presented in the IFU. The acceptable minimum weight requirement of <10kg is the same as the predicate device and is substantiated by IEC 60601-2-47 requirements.
Rx designation has been noted in the User Manuals in both predicate and subject devices as required by 21 CFR 801.109 (1). The Rx designation has been added to the IFU per 21 CFR 801.109 (c).
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Based on the aforementioned information, the subject device is substantially equivalent to the two predicate devices.
Testing information demonstrating safety and effectiveness of the subject PM750 device in the intended environment of use is supported by the following testing that was conducted with conformance to the following standards:
1) AAMI/ANSI/IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance. 19-4 2012
2) IEC 60601-1-2 Medical Electrical Equipment: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Disturbances-Requirements and Tests. 19-8 2014
3) IEC 60601-1-6: 2010 Medical Electrical Equipment: General Requirement for Safety and
Collateral Standard: Usability 5-85 20
4) IEC 60601-1-11 Medical Electrical Equipment: Home Healthcare Environment 19-14 2015
5) AAMI/ANSI/IEC 60601-2-47 Medical Electrical Equipment: Ambulatory Electrocardiographic Systems 3-128 2012
6) AAMI/ANSI/ISO 14971:2007 Medical Devices – Application of Risk Management to Medical Devices 5-70 2010
7) IEC 62366 Medical Devices – Application of Usability Engineering to Medical Devices 5-96 2015
8) AAMI/ANSI/ISO 10993-5 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices- Part 5: Tests for In Vitro Cytotoxicity 2.153 2014
9) AAMI/ANSVISO 10993-10 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices – Part 10: Tests for Irritation and Skin Sensitization 2-173 2010
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# K161916
None of the testing demonstrated any design characteristics that violated the requirements of the Reviewer Guidance or resulted in any safety hazards. It was our conclusion that the Medicomp Inc., TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750 testing meets all relevant requirements of the aforementioned tests.
### Discussion of Non-Clinical Tests Performed for Determination of Substantial 8. Equivalence are as follows:
All testing performed on the TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750 was derived from the risk assessment which evaluated the effects of the feature changes. Testing included AAMI/ANSI/IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60812, ISO 14971 and environmental and software validation testing.
#### Discussion of Clinical Tests Performed: 9.
Not Applicable
#### 10. Conclusions:
The subject device. TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750. has identical indications for use as the predicate devices: CardioPAL SAVI (PM410) and SAVI Wireless (PM500). The validation testing contained in our submission demonstrates that there are no differences in their technological characteristics, thereby not raising any new issues of safety or effectiveness. Thus, the TelePatch Cardiac Monitor PM750 is substantially equivalent to both predicate devices, the CardioPAL SAVI (PM410) and the SAVI Wireless (PM500).
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