K173895 · I.E.M. Industrielle Entwicklung and Medizintechnik · DXN · May 16, 2019 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K173895
Device Name
Tel-O-Graph
Applicant
I.E.M. Industrielle Entwicklung and Medizintechnik
Product Code
DXN · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
May 16, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1130
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Tel-O-Graph is intended for the home measurement of blood pressure and pulse on the upper arm in adults. The blood pressure monitor is suitable for individuals with an arm circumference of 20-55 cm (7.9-21.7 in) when used with the corresponding monitor cuff size. The data measured is automatically transmitted.
Device Story
Table-top oscillometric blood pressure monitor for home use; patient-operated via single button. Device measures pressure signals from pressurized upper arm cuff; calculates systolic/diastolic blood pressure and pulse rate. Data stored in internal memory (up to 350 measurements) and automatically transmitted via Bluetooth or GSM mobile network. Healthcare providers access transmitted data for monitoring. Benefits include convenient, automated home blood pressure tracking for adult patients.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical validation performed per ISO 81060-2:2013 (Non-invasive sphygmomanometers — Part 2: Clinical validation of automated measurement type) using arm sequential method. Testing confirmed measurement accuracy met requirements for the monitor and all four cuff sizes.
Technological Characteristics
Oscillometric measurement; ABS plastic housing; polyester/TPU/PVC cuffs. Dimensions 152x110x57 mm; weight 325g. Power: 4x AA alkaline batteries. Connectivity: Bluetooth or GSM. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 80601-2-30, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 10993-1/5/10.
Indications for Use
Indicated for home measurement of blood pressure and pulse on the upper arm in adults with arm circumference 20-55 cm.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A noninvasive blood pressure measurement system is a device that provides a signal from which systolic, diastolic, mean, or any combination of the three pressures can be derived through the use of tranducers placed on the surface of the body.
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May 16, 2019
I.E.M. Industrielle Entwicklung and Medizintechnik Hella Witt Regulatory Affairs Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH Cockerillstrabe 69 Stolberg, 52222 DE
Re: K173895
Trade/Device Name: Tel-O-Graph Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1130 Regulation Name: Noninvasive Blood Pressure Measurement System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DXN Dated: April 12, 2019 Received: April 17, 2019
Dear Hella Witt:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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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for
Matthew Hillebrenner Director (Acting) Division of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Diagnostics and Monitoring Devices Office of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
## Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 06/30/2020 See PRA Statement below.
510(k) Number K173895
Device Name Tel-O-Graph
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Tel-O-Graph is intended for the home measurement of blood pressure and pulse on the upper arm in adults. The blood pressure monitor is suitable for individuals with an arm circumference of 20-55 cm (7.9-21.7 in) when used with the corresponding monitor cuff size.
The data measured is automatically transmitted.
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# Tel-O-Graph
Section 05: 510(k) Summary
## Section 05: 510(k) Summary
### Submission Sponsor and Correspondent
IEM GmbH
Cockerillstraße 69
52222 Stolberg
Germany
Phone: +49 2402 9500 75
+49 2402 9500 11 Fax:
Contact: Hella Witt
FDA Establishment Registration # 9617476
Date prepared: 10 April 2019
#### Device identification
| Trade Name | Tel-O-Graph |
|----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|
| Common name: | Self Blood Pressure Monitor |
| Classification Regulation: | CFR 870.1130 |
| Classification Name | Noninvasive blood pressure measurement system |
| Product Code: | DXN |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Classification Panel: | Cardiovascular |
### Legally Marketed Predicate Device
K041313 Stabil-O-Graph
#### Device Description
The Tel-O-Graph is a table-top device for upper arm blood pressure measurements. The device employs the oscillometric principle for the non-invasive determination of the blood pressure from pressure signals obtained from the pressurized cuff placed around the upper arm. The device is
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# Tel-O-Graph
# Section 05: 510(k) Summary
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operated via a single button to initiate blood pressure measurements. Data is transmitted automatically. The device is used by patients in a home environment.
### Summary of technical data:
| Specification | Value | Unit |
|----------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------|--------------|
| Measuring method | Oscillometric | |
| Blood pressure measurement<br>range | 30 to 290<br>Systolic: 60 – 290<br>Diastolic:30 – 195 | mmHg |
| Pulse measurement range | 30 to 240 | 1/min |
| Pressure accuracy | ±3 | mmHg |
| Pulse rate accuracy | ±2% or ±3 bpm (whichever is greater) | 1/min |
| Memory | 350 | measurements |
| Power supply | 6V (4x AA, 1.5V, alkaline) | |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 152x 110 x 57 | mm |
| Weight (excluding batteries) | 325 | g |
| Material housing | ABS (acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene) | |
| Material cuff | Polyester | |
| Expected service BP monitor | 5 | years |
| Expected service life of the cuff | 6 | months |
| Operating temperature | +5 to +40 | °C |
| Ambient pressure | 700 to 1060 | hPa |
| Transport and storage temperature | -25 to +70 | °C |
| Humidity, not condensing<br>(operation, transport and storage) | 15 to 93 | % |
| Battery capacity | c. 500 | measurements |
| Transmission time | c. 5 | min |
| Data connection<br>(depending on variant) | Bluetooth or<br>Mobile communication network | |
| Data transmission<br>(depending on variant) | Class 1 Bluetooth<br>or GPRS Class 12 | |
Table 5A: Summary of technical data
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# Tel-O-Graph
Section 05: 510(k) Summary
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### Accessories
Blood pressure cuffs are available in four cuff sizes:
| Cuff size | Arm circumference in cm/inch |
|-----------|------------------------------|
| S | 20 – 24 cm /7.9 – 9.5 in |
| M | 24 – 32 cm / 9.5 – 12.6 in |
| L | 32 – 38 cm/ 12.6 – 15.0 in |
| XL | 38 – 55 cm / 15.0 – 21.7 in |
Table 5B: Accessories
#### Indications for Use:
The Tel-O-Graph is intended for the home measurement of blood pressure and pulse on the upper arm in adults. The blood pressure monitor is suitable for individuals with an arm circumference of 20-55 cm (7.9-21.7 in) when used with the corresponding monitor cuff size.
The data measured is automatically transmitted.
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# Tel-O-Graph
# Section 05: 510(k) Summary
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## Device Comparison Summary
| | Stabil-O-Graph<br>(predicate) | Tel-O-Graph<br>(candidate) | Comparison of equivalence /<br>differences |
|-------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Number | K041313 | K173895 | same |
| Manufacturer | IEM GmbH | IEM GmbH | same |
| Classification | Class II | Class II | same |
| Classification Name | 870.1130 Noninvasive blood<br>pressure measurement<br>system. | 870.1130 Noninvasive blood<br>pressure measurement<br>system. | same |
| Product Code | DXN | DXN | same |
| Indications for<br>Use | The Stabil-O-Graph is<br>intended to be used by<br>adults at home to monitor<br>Blood Pressure (systolic and<br>diastolic) and pulse rate from<br>the upper arm with arm<br>circumference ranging from<br>9.4 inches to 16.5 inches (24<br>cm to 42 cm) | The Tel-O-Graph is intended<br>for the home measurement<br>of blood pressure and pulse<br>on the upper arm in adults.<br>The blood pressure monitor<br>is suitable for individuals with<br>an arm circumference of 20-<br>55 cm (7.9-21.7 in) when<br>used with the corresponding<br>monitor cuff size.<br><br>The data measured is<br>automatically transmitted. | Equivalent |
| Variants | Stabil-O-Graph mobil | Tel-O-Graph BT / GSM | Equivalent, difference only in<br>data transmission |
| Principle of<br>operation/<br>measurement | Oscillometric | Oscillometric | Same |
| Measurement<br>range | Systolic: 70 - 260 mmHg<br>Diastolic:45 - 180 mmHg<br>Pulse: 40-240 bpm | Systolic: 60 - 290 mmHg<br>Diastolic:30 - 195 mmHg<br>Pulse: 30-240 bpm | Equivalent |
| Accuracy BP<br>measurement | $\pm$ 3 mmHg | $\pm$ 3 mmHg | Equivalent |
| Memory | 50 blood pressure<br>measurements | 350 blood pressure<br>measurements | Equivalent<br>Tel-O-Graph automatically<br>transmits the measured data.<br>Memory is only backup in case of<br>transmission problems |
| User interaction | 2 buttons: "START/STOP"<br>and "MENU" | 1 button | |
| Dimension and<br>weight | Casing dimensions:<br>125 x 131 x 51 mm ,<br><br>Weight. approx. 270 g<br>including batteries | Casing dimensions:<br>152 x 110 x 57mm,<br><br>Weight: approx. 325 g<br>excluding batteries | Equivalent:<br>Differences in design of housing<br>are not affecting safety or<br>performance. |
| Materials | Casing: ABS<br>Display: LCD | Casing: ABS<br>Display: LCD | Equivalent |
| | Stabil-O-Graph<br>(predicate) | Tel-O-Graph<br>(candidate) | Comparison of equivalence / differences |
| Accessories:<br>cuffs | Material:<br>Polyester Textile sheath<br>Bladder: TPU<br>Tube: PVC<br><br>Cuffs in 2 different sizes<br>24-32cm<br>32-38cm | Material:<br>Polyester Textile sheath<br>Bladder: TPU<br>Tube: PVC<br><br>Cuffs in 4 different sizes:<br>20-24cm<br>24-32cm<br>32-38cm<br>38-55cm | Equivalent<br>Same materials used<br><br>The additional cuff sizes do not affect the safety of the device;<br>clinical validation covers all cuff sizes |
| Power supply | 2 alkaline 1.5 V batteries<br>(AA) | 4 alkaline 1.5 V batteries<br>(AA) | Equivalent<br>Both are battery operated devices. |
| Biocompatibility | Compliance with<br>ISO 10993-1 | Compliance with<br>ISO 10993-1 | Equivalent<br>Testing updated according to current standards |
| Environmental<br>conditions | Operating conditions: +10°C<br>to +40°C)<br><br>Storage environment:<br>-20°C to 50°C<br>15% to 95%rH | Operating conditions:<br>+5°C to +40°C<br><br>Storage environment:<br>-25 °C to 70 °C<br>15% to 93% rH | Equivalent |
| Data<br>transmission | Infrared, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, GSM | Equivalent:<br>All are open digital technologies for data transmission; Infrared is considered as not being state-of-the-art any more |
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# Tel-O-Graph
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Table 5C: Device technical comparison with predicate device
Data transmission via mobile-network communication (Tel-O-Graph GSM) is considered
equivalent to data transmission with the FDA cleared AM3 GSM (K13722).
| | Spirometer Asthma<br>Monitor AM3 GSM<br>(reference) | Tel-O-Graph GSM<br>(candidate) | Comparison |
|--------------|-----------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | K133722 | K173895 | |
| Transmission | Serial (RS232), USB,<br>Bluetooth, GSM | Bluetooth, GSM | Equivalent in terms<br>of BT and GSM<br>transmission. Serial<br>and USB are not<br>wireless. |
| EMC testing | Done with whole<br>device | Done with whole<br>device (Tel-O-Graph<br>GSM) | Equivalent |
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# Tel-O-Graph
## Section 05: 510(k) Summary
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| Data stored and<br>transmitted | Result of<br>measurement<br>(always with date<br>and time) | Result of<br>measurement<br>together with date<br>and time | Equivalent |
|------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| GSM Interface | Sierra Wireless<br>WISMO288<br>GSM module | Cinterion ESH 6<br>GSM module | Equivalent<br>Both modules use<br>techniques to<br>guarantee the<br>integrity of the<br>transferred data. |
| GSM reception | No critical data<br>transmitted<br>Data stored in<br>nonvolatile memory | No critical data<br>transmitted<br>Storage of up to 350<br>measurements | Equivalent<br>Transmission not<br>time critical |
| Time point of<br>GSM data transfer | Off-line | After measurement | Equivalent<br>Device<br>performance not<br>affected through<br>GSM function |
## Substantial Equivalence Discussion
IEM considers the Tel-O-Graph and its accessories as substantially equivalent to the predicate device Stabil-O-Graph.
The validation of two additional cuff sizes permits the use of the device in patients with arm circumferences of 20-55 cm. The intended use and user group are the same. The Tel-O-Graph has an advanced method for data transmission as compared to the predicate device. Wireless data transmission was expanded to enable data transmission via the mobile network (variant Tel-O-Graph GSM). The GSM transmission is equivalent to the data transmission of the FDA cleared device Asthma Monitor AM3 GSM (K133722).
The differences between the Tel-O-Graph and the predicate device do not concern the operating principle and fundamental scientific technology. The device under application is as safe and effective as the predicate device, hence the Tel-O-Graph and the predicate device are substantially equivalent.
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# Tel-O-Graph
## Section 05: 510(k) Summary
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## Nonclinical and clinical testing
Electrical safety and performance testing of the Tel-O-Graph was conducted by an external test laboratory to demonstrate conformance with recognized standards.
Bench testing confirmed compliance with:
- . IEC 60601-1: 2012 – Medical electrical equipment – Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance;
- IEC 80601-2-30: 2009 Medical electrical equipment Part 2-30: Particular requirements . for the safety, including essential performance, of automatic cycling non-invasive blood pressure monitoring equipment (see exhibit 17G) The Tel-O-Graph meets the stated requirements for overall design, performance, biocompatibility, electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility.
- 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 [Recognition Number 19-08]
The device passed all testing in accordance with the applicable voluntary international standards.
Biocompatibility testing focused on the blood pressure cuff (textile sheath and tube), as other materials, i.e. the ABS plastic of the casing, have a sufficient long history of use in this configuration. Based on risk analysis and in compliance with ISO 10993-1, IEM conducted Biocompatibility testing in accordance with the following voluntary standards:
- . ISO 10993-1: 2009, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 1: Evaluation and Testing within a Risk Management Process [Recognition Number 2-220],
- . ISO 10993-5: 2009, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices – Part 5: Tests for in-vitro cytotoxicity [Recognition Number 2-245],
- . ISO 10993-10: 2010, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices – Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization [Recognition Number 2-174].
All tests were passed successfully. No relevant cytotoxic effect, sensitizing property or skin irritation was detected.
Clinical performance testing of the Tel-O-Graph covers the Tel-O-Graph monitor and its accessories. The accuracy of blood pressure measurements was tested in accordance with the same arm sequential method described in section 5.2.4.2 of ISO 81060-2: 2013 - Non-invasive sphygmomanometers -- Part 2: Clinical validation of automated measurement type.
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# Tel-O-Graph
Section 05: 510(k) Summary
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The clinical validation of the measurement accuracy demonstrated appropriate measurement accuracy of the Tel-O-Graph according to ISO 81060-2:2013.
## Conclusion
From Risk Assessment and from non-clinical and clinical device testing IEM concludes that the Tel-O-Graph device performs as well and is as save and effective as the predicate device. Performance testing confirms that product specifications are met in accordance with the technological characteristics and the intended use.
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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.