K172030 · Devon Medical Products (Jiangsu), Ltd. · JOW · Nov 27, 2017 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K172030
Device Name
Devon 51
Applicant
Devon Medical Products (Jiangsu), Ltd.
Product Code
JOW · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Nov 27, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.5800
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Devon 51 Series Sequential Compression Device is a compression device based on sequential pneumatic Compression technique which is intended for the treatment of the following conditions: - Lymphedema - Venous stasis ulcers - Venous insufficiency - Peripheral edema The device is intended for both home and hospital use.
Device Story
Devon 51 is a gradient pneumatic compression system for venous/lymphatic disorders; increases blood flow and extracellular fluid clearance. System comprises an electric air pump and four-chambered garments. Pump delivers adjustable, sequential air pressure from distal to proximal chambers; pressure held constant until all chambers inflated to prevent reverse flow; simultaneous release follows. Used in home or hospital settings by patients or clinicians. Output is mechanical compression of the limb; healthcare providers use device to manage edema and ulcers, potentially reducing symptoms and improving patient outcomes.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance verified through functional and mechanical testing, including cycle time, reverse pressure, sleeve integrity, treatment time, and pressure sensor calibration. Biocompatibility was established by demonstrating identity in formulation, processing, and geometry to the predicate device, which previously underwent cytotoxicity, sensitization, and irritation testing.
Indicated for patients requiring treatment for lymphedema, venous stasis ulcers, venous insufficiency, or peripheral edema. Intended for use in home and hospital settings.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A compressible limb sleeve is a device that is used to prevent pooling of blood in a limb by inflating periodically a sleeve around the limb.
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November 27, 2017
Devon Medical Products (Jiangsu) Ltd. Julian Chu Plant Manager East Half of 1-2f, Appt D2, 1, Oingfeng Road. Nantong, 226017 Cn
Re: K172030
Trade/Device Name: Devon 51 Sequential Compression Device Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.5800 Regulation Name: Compressible Limb Sleeve Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JOW Dated: October 25, 2017 Received: October 25, 2017
Dear Julian Chu:
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,
# Nicole G. Ibrahim -S
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: 06/30/2020 See PRA Statement below.
510(k) Number (if known) K172030
#### Device Name
Devon 51 Sequential Compression Device
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Devon 51 Series Sequential Compression Device is a compression device based on sequential pneumatic Compression technique which is intended for the treatment of the following conditions:
- Lymphedema
- Venous stasis ulcers
- Venous insufficiency
- Peripheral edema
The device is intended for both home and hospital use.
#### 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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# Section 5
## 510K Summary
## Submitter:
Devon Medical Products (Jiangsu) Ltd.
East Half Of 1-2F, Appt D2,
- 1, Qingfeng Road
Nantong, Jiangsu, CHINA 226017
Phone: 011-86-531-51080927
011-86-531-51080928 Fax:
Contact Person: Julian Chu
Date Prepared: October 30, 2017
## Device:
| Common Names: | Sequential Pneumatic Compression Device |
|----------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| Proprietary Name: | Devon 51 Sequential Compression Device |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 870.5800 |
| Classification Name: | Compressive Limb Sleeve |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Product Code: | JOW |
## Predicate Devices:
The Devon 51 Sequential Compression Device is equivalent to the following:
| Predicate Device | Manufacturer | 510(k)# |
|------------------|------------------------|---------|
| CircuFlow 5200 | Devon Medical Products | K101523 |
# Device Description
Premarket notification device:
Devon 51 Sequential Compression Device
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# Section 5
The Devon 51 Sequential Compression device is a gradient compression pneumatic device used for treatment and management of venous or lymphatic disorders. The application of gradient compression is effective by increasing blood flow and encouraging extracellular fluid clearance. The system consists of a pump and a pair of four-chambered garments. The garments are available in different types and sizes. The pump provides cycles of compressed air at certain adjustable pressures and which sequentially inflates the garment from distal to proximal. When activated, air flows into the garment chambers, and the pump provides gradient pressurization to the chambers (with distal chambers inflated to a greater pressure than the proximal ones.)
After each chamber is inflated, the pressure is held constant until all chambers are inflated in order to prevent reverse gradient flow. Once all chambers are inflated, they are then all released simultaneously, and the cycle repeats until the set therapy time is reached.
## Indication for Use:
The Devon 51 Series Sequential Compression Device is a compression device based on sequential pneumatic compression technique which is intended for the following conditions:
- Lymphedema
- Venous stasis ulcers
- Venous insufficiency
- Peripheral edema
The device is intended for both home and hospital use.
### Technological Characteristics:
The manufacturer believes that the technological characteristics of the Devon 51 Sequential Compression Device are substantially equivalent to those of the predicate device. Devon 51 has very similar components to its predicate devices and very similar principles of operation. The device consists of an electrically generated source of compressed air, tubing to convey the pressurized air to the sleeve, like the predicates, pressure is applied cyclically for a specified period of time according to the physician's prescription.
## Performance Tests
To verify that the device design meet its function and performance requirements, samples of the device underwent function and mechanical testing.
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The following tests were conducted:
| Function Performance Tests | |
|----------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| TR66.J002 | Devon 51 Cycle Time Test Report |
| TR66.J004 | Devon 51 Reverse Pressure Test Report |
| TR66.J006 | Devon 51 Sleeve Integrity Test Report |
| TR66.J009 | Devon 51 Treatment Time Test Report |
| TR66.J007 | Devon 51 Pressure Sensor Calibration Test Report |
The conclusions drawn from the performance tests demonstrate that the device is performing as intended, and is substantially equivalent to the predicate.
# Biocompatibility
The Devon 51 uses the exact same garment material as its predicate, in the same direct body contact method, and manufactured by the same manufacturer. The medical device (Devon 51 Garments) in its final finished form is identical to CircuFlow 5200 garments in formulation, processing, and geometry and no other chemicals have been added (e.g., plasticizers, fillers, additives, cleaning agents, mold release agents). Therefore, new biocompatibility testing was not run. The predicate device underwent the biocompatibility test evaluation in accordance with the FDA Good Laboratory Practice. The following tests were done:
- Cytotoxicity
- . Sensitization
- . Irritation
## Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Electrical safety and EMC tests were conducted according to the following standards:
- . IEC 60601-1:2005+C1:2006+C2:2007+A1:2012 Medical electrical equipment Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
- . IEC 60601-1-2: 2014 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances -Requirements and tests
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# Section 5
- IEC 60601-1-6:2010 Medical electrical equipment Part 1-6: General requirements for safety -Collateral Standard: Usability including IEC 62366: Application of usability engineering to medical devices
- . IEC 60601-1-11:2015 Medical electrical equipment Part 1-11: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Requirements for medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems used in the home healthcare environment
# Statement of Substantial Equivalence
The Devon 51 Sequential Compression Device is substantially equivalent in technology, function, operating parameters, and indication for use to predicate devices that are currently commercially available and in distribution, and does not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness.
# Conclusions
In accordance with the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and 21 CFR Part 807, and based on the information provided in this pre-market notification, Devon Medical Products believes that the Devon 51 Sequential Compression Device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device CircuFlow 5200 (K101523) as described herein.
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