The INNOVO® is a transcutaneous electrical stimulator indicated for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence in adult females.
Device Story
INNOVO® is a powered transcutaneous electrical continence device for home use by adult females to treat stress urinary incontinence. The system consists of an internally wired garment with eight conductive electrodes, an electronic controller, and a neck strap with a safety release. The device delivers amplitude-modulated, symmetric biphasic electrical stimulation to the pelvic floor muscles and surrounding tissues (buttocks, lateral pelvis, upper thighs) to evoke timed muscle contractions. Patients self-administer 30-minute treatment sessions using a push-button intensity control. The device uses rechargeable batteries and includes a mechanical interlock to prevent simultaneous connection to the patient and the charger. A non-sterile, conductive electrolyte spray is provided to facilitate electrode contact. By strengthening pelvic floor muscles through electrical stimulation, the device aims to reduce symptoms of stress urinary incontinence.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Usability testing was conducted with 15 subjects to validate safe OTC use. Participants demonstrated the ability to correctly self-select based on labeling, understand instructions, and safely apply the device for treatment.
Technological Characteristics
Transcutaneous electrical stimulator; 2 output channels; 8 conductive electrodes; amplitude-modulated symmetric biphasic waveform. Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-10, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11, and IEC 60601-1-6. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1, -5, -10. Usability engineering per ANSI/AAMI/IEC 62366 and AAMI HE75. Software lifecycle per IEC 62304. Risk management per ISO 14971.
Indications for Use
Indicated for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence in adult females.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A transcutaneous electrical continence device consists of cutaneous electrodes that are used to apply external stimulation to reduce urinary incontinence.
Special Controls
In combination with the general controls of the FD&C Act, the transcutaneous electrical continence device is subject to the following special controls:
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Non-clinical performance testing must characterize the electrical stimulation, including the following: Waveforms, output modes, maximum output voltage, maximum output current, pulse duration, frequency, net charge per pulse, maximum phase charge at 500 ohms, maximum current density, maximum average current, and maximum average power density.
(2) The patient-contacting materials must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(3) Performance data must demonstrate the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), electrical safety, thermal safety, and mechanical safety of the device.
(4) Software verification, validation, and hazard analysis must be performed.
(5) Labeling must include the following:
(i) Instructions for use, including specific instructions regarding the proper placement of electrodes;
(ii) A summary of electrical stimulation parameters; and
(iii) Cleaning instructions and reuse information.
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January 16, 2020
Atlantic Therapeutics Ltd. Anne-Marie Keenan Quality Regulatory Affairs Specialist Parkmore Business Park West Galway, H91 NHT7 IRELAND
Re: K192357
Trade/Device Name: INNOVO® Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.5330 Regulation Name: Cutaneous Electrode Stimulator for Urinary Incontinence Regulatory Class: II Product Code: QAJ Dated: December 13, 2019 Received: December 16, 2019
Dear Anne-Marie Keenan:
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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Sincerely.
Jessica K. Nguyen, Ph.D. Acting Assistant Director DHT3B: Division of Reproductive, Gynecology and Urology Devices OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
Number (if known)
Device Name INNOVO®
Indications for Use (Describe)
The INNOVO® is a transcutaneous electrical stimulator indicated for the treas urinary incontinence in adult females.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) Summary
Atlantic Therapeutics Ltd., Parkmore Business Park West, Galway, H91 NHT7, Ireland
This 510(k) summary of safety and effectiveness is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR 807.92.
#### l. General Information on Submitter:
| Submitter Name: | Atlantic Therapeutics Ltd., |
|--------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|
| Submitter Address: | Parkmore Business Park West,<br>Galway, H91 NHT7, IRELAND |
| Contact Name: | Anne-Marie Keenan, QA/RA Specialist |
| E-Mail Address: | amkeenan@atlantictherapeutics.com |
| Telephone: | +353 91 412421 |
| Date Prepared: | 15th January 2020 |
#### ll. General Information on Device:
| Name of Device: | INNOVO®, Type Number 208 |
|----------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name or Usual Name: | Cutaneous Electrode Stimulator for Urinary Incontinence |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 876.5330 |
| Regulation Name: | Transcutaneous Electrical Continence Device |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | QAJ |
#### lll. Predicate Devices:
INNOVO®, Type Number 208 (DEN 170049) Name of Device: Common Name or Usual Name: Cutaneous Electrode Stimulator for Urinary Incontinence Requlation Number: 21 CFR 876.5330 Requlation Name: Transcutaneous Electrical Continence Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: QAJ
This predicate has not been subject to a design related recall.
| Reference Device: | ELITONE Device (K183585) |
|----------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name or Usual Name: | Cutaneous Electrode Stimulator for Urinary Incontinence |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 876.5330 |
| Regulation Name: | Transcutaneous Electrical Continence Device |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | QAJ |
#### IV. Device Description:
The INNOVO® is a powered transcutaneous electrical continence device intended for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence. The device is provided with an internally wired garment which locates eight conductive electrodes around the pelvic area. An electronic controller, which is attached to the garment using a leadwire, delivers an amplitude modulated symmetric biphasic stimulation current to the electrode array to evoke timed muscle contractions in the pelvic floor muscles. A neck strap clips to the unit to allow it to be worn around the neck. The neck strap contains a safety clip which pops open if there is a forceful pull on the neck strap The current amplitude is adjusted
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by the patient using a push-button intensity control. A treatment lasts for 30 minutes and is self-administered by the patient at home. The electronic controller operates from rechargeable batteries and a mechanical interlock is provided to prevent simultaneous connection to the patient and the charger. The INNOVO® is supplied with a non-sterile, electrically conductive, electrolyte spray.
#### V. Indications for Use :
The INNOVO® is a transcutaneous electrical stimulator indicated for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence in adult females.
Type of Use: Over-The-Counter Use or Prescription Use
The indications for Use Statement has been updated from the predicate to include Over-the-Counter Use.
### VI. Comparison of Intended Use and Technological Characteristics of the Subject and Predicate Devices :
The following table summarizes the similarities and differences between the intended use and technological characteristsics of the new device vs. predicate and reference devices.
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# 510(k) Summary
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Atlantic Therapeutics Ltd., Parkmore Business Park West, Galway, H91 NHT7, Ireland
| Technological<br>Characteristic | INNOVO®<br>(New Device) | INNOVO®<br>(Predicate Device) | Elitone<br>(Reference<br>Device) | Comparison and Impact on<br>Safety and Performance |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications for<br>Use | The INNOVO® is a<br>transcutaneous electrical<br>stimulator indicated for the<br>treatment of stress urinary<br>incontinence in adult females. | The INNOVO® is a<br>transcutaneous electrical<br>stimulator indicated for the<br>treatment of stress urinary<br>incontinence in adult females. | ELITONE is a non-implanted<br>muscle stimulator designed to<br>treat stress urinary incontinence<br>in women. It applies<br>stimulation to the pelvic floor<br>muscles and surrounding tissues. | Substantially equivalent as the<br>new and predicate devices are<br>intended to treat stress urinary<br>incontinence in women |
| Type of Use | Rx and OTC | RX | Rx and OTC | Human Factors testing for<br>INNOVO ® has confirmed the<br>new device as safe and reliable<br>for use as OTC. |
| Therapeutics Modality | Transcutaneous Electrical<br>Continence Device | Transcutaneous Electrical<br>Continence Device | Transcutaneous Electrical<br>Continence Device | Identical |
| Targeted Tissue | Pelvic floor muscles and<br>surrounding tissues | Pelvic floor muscles and<br>surrounding tissues | Pelvic floor muscles and<br>surrounding tissues | Identical |
| Anatomic<br>site<br>of<br>stimulation<br>application | Buttocks, lateral pelvis and upper<br>thighs | Buttocks, lateral pelvis and upper<br>thighs | Perineal region | The anatomic site of stimulation<br>application is identical for the<br>new INNOVO® and the predicate<br>INNOVO®.<br>Any differences in anatomic site<br>of stimulation application<br>INNOVO® and Elitone has been<br>established in K183585. |
| Number of output modes | 1 | 1 | 1 | Identical |
| No. of output channels | 2 | 2 | 1 | Substantially equivalent<br>(Ref: K183585) |
| Controls | 7 buttons | 7 buttons | 2 buttons | Substantially equivalent. |
| Compliance<br>with<br>voluntary<br>standards for electrical safety and<br>EMC. | IEC 60601-1<br>IEC 60601-2-10<br>IEC 60601-1-2 | IEC 60601-1<br>IEC 60601-2-10<br>IEC 60601-1-2 | IEC 60601-1<br>IEC 60601-2-10<br>IEC 60601-1-2 | Identical |
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Atlantic Therapeutics Ltd., Parkmore Business Park West, Galway, H91 NHT7, Ireland
#### VII. Summary of Non-Clinical Performance Testing:
The INNOVO® has been subjected to non-clinical performance testing as follows;
- IEC 60601-1:2005 & A1:2012 "Medical electrical equipment -- Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance"
- IEC 60601-2-10:2012 "Medical electrical equipment -- Part 2-10: Particular ● requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of nerve and muscle stimulators"
- 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."
- 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"
- IEC 60601-1-6:2010 & A1:2013 (Cons Ed. 3.1) "Medical electrical equipment Part ● 1-6: general requirements for basic safety and essential performance - collateral standard: usability"
- IEC 62304:2015 "Medical Device Software Software Life Cycle Processes ●
- ISO 14971:2007 "Medical devices application of risk management to medical ● devices
- ISO 10993-1:2009 "Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 1: Evaluation ● and testing within a risk management process"
- . ISO 10993-5:2009 "Biological evaluation of medical devices - part 5: tests for in vitro cytotoxicity"
- . ISO 10993-10:2010 "Biological evaluation of medical devices - part 10: tests for irritation and skin sensitization"
- ANSI/AAMI/IEC 62366:2015 "Medical devices Application of usability ● engineering to medical devices, Part 1"
- AAMI HE75:2009 (Reaffirmed 2013) "Human Factors Engineering – Design of Medical Devices"
Usability Testing – 15 subjects participated in a human factors / usability study to assess the device's suitability for safe over-the-counter use. Key findings included:
- participants with diversity in age, education and familiarity with (1) incontinence were able to self-select as appropriate users of the INNOVO® device based on the user labelling,
- (2) participants were able to understand the instructions for use and a qualified Human Factors (observer) verified that they correctly selfidentified as candidates based on the indications for use and contraindications,
- (3) participants were able to apply treatment safely and correctly as for intended use.
#### VIII. Conclusion
The new and predicate device have the same intended use and any differences in technological characteristics do not raise new issues of safety and effectiveness. Performance testing has demonstrated that the INNOVO® is substantially equivalent to the predicate INNOVO®.
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