K202943 · Opsens, Inc. · DXO · Nov 24, 2020 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K202943
Device Name
OptoMonitor 3
Applicant
Opsens, Inc.
Product Code
DXO · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Nov 24, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.2870
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
To measure pressure in blood vessels including both coronary and peripheral vessels, during diagnostic angiography and/ or any interventional procedures. Blood pressure measurements provide hemodynamic information, such as fractional flow reserve, for the diagnosis and treatment of blood vessel desease.
Device Story
OptoMonitor 3 is a diagnostic computer system used in catheterization and cardiovascular labs to compute/display physiological parameters. It functions as an accessory to Opsens OptoWire pressure guidewires. The system consists of an Optical Unit (OU), Display Unit (DU), and Handle Unit. It processes optical pressure signals from the guidewire and aortic pressure inputs to calculate hemodynamic metrics, including fractional flow reserve (FFR) and dPR. The device features Bluetooth connectivity between the OU and DU, with cabled backup. It provides real-time pressure curves and numerical values to clinicians, aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of blood vessel disease. The system is operated by clinical staff in a catheterization lab environment.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data or animal studies were included. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing, including electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), EMC (IEC 60601-1-2), and wireless coexistence testing (ANSI/IEEE C63.27).
Technological Characteristics
System includes Optical Unit, Display Unit (15-inch or 10-inch), and Handle Unit. Connectivity via Bluetooth (primary) or Ethernet/Serial (backup). Pressure range: -30 to 300 mmHg. Accuracy: +/- 1 mmHg + 1% of reading (-30 to 50 mmHg) or +/- 3% of reading (50 to 300 mmHg). Electrical isolation: Class 1. Software life cycle per IEC 62304. Complies with IEC 60601-2-34 for invasive blood pressure monitoring.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing diagnostic angiography or interventional procedures requiring blood vessel pressure measurement, including coronary and peripheral vessels, to obtain hemodynamic information like fractional flow reserve for diagnosis and treatment of blood vessel disease.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A catheter tip pressure transducer is a device incorporated into the distal end of a catheter. When placed in the bloodstream, its mechanical or electrical properties change in relation to changes in blood pressure. These changes are transmitted to accessory equipment for processing.
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November 24, 2020
Opsens Inc. Marc Chaunet Director, Regulatory Affairs and Quality System 750 boulevard Du Parc Technologique Quebec, QC G1P 4S3 Canada
Re: K202943
Trade/Device Name: OptoMonitor 3 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2870 Regulation Name: Catheter Tip Pressure Transducer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DXO Dated: September 24, 2020 Received: September 30, 2020
Dear Marc Chaunet:
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,
LT Stephen Browning Assistant Director Division of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Diagnostics, & Monitoring Devices Office of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K202943
Device Name OptoMonitor 3
Indications for Use (Describe)
To measure pressure in blood vessels including both coronary and peripheral vessels, during diagnostic angiography and/ or any interventional procedures.
Blood pressure measurements provide hemodynamic information, such as fractional flow reserve, for the diagnosis and treatment of blood vessel desease.
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### ഗ 510(k) Summary OptoMonitor 3
#### 1. SUBMITTER
Address: Opsens, Inc.
750, Boulevard du Parc Technologique
Quebec (Quebec) G1P 4S3
Phone: 418.781.0333 ext.: 3408
Fax Number: 418-781-0024
Contact Person: Marc Chaunet, Regulatory Affairs and Quality System Director
Email: marc.chaunet@opsens.com
Date Prepared: November 20, 2020
#### 2. DEVICE
Name of Device: OptoMonitor 3
Common or Usual Name: Pressure Monitor
Classification name: Transducer, pressure, catheter tip (870.2870)
Regulatory Class: II
Product Code: DXO
#### PREDICATE DEVICE 3.
OptoMonitor 3 System cleared via K193620 (cleared on 06/18/2020). This predicate has not been subject to a design-related recall. No reference devices were used in this submission.
#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION 4.
The proposed OptoMonitor 3 and its components are considered accessories to Opsens OptoWire™ pressure guidewires and are intended for use with legally marketed pressure guidewires.
The proposed OptoMonitor 3 includes an Optical Unit (OU), a Display Unit (DU), a Handle Unit (HU) and accessories (cables, power supply, etc).
The device is a non-sterile, non-patient contact device.
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#### INDICATIONS FOR USE 5.
The OptoMonitor 3, in conjunction with the OptoWire™ pressure guidewire, is indicated for use to measure pressure in blood vessels including both coronary and peripheral vessels, during diagnostic angiography and/or other any interventional procedures. Blood pressure measurements provide hemodynamic information, such as fractional flow reserve, for the diagnosis and treatment of blood vessel disease.
## COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE 6. DEVICE
The proposed OptoMonitor 3 is substantially equivalent to the OptoMonitor 3 cleared via K193620 on 06/18/2020.
Indications for Use for the OptoMonitor 3 remains unchanged from the cleared Indications for Use of the OptoMonitor 3 K193620 on 06/18/2020.
The technological characteristics of the proposed OptoMonitor 3 are essentially the same as for the OptoMonitor 3 cleared via K193620 on 06/18/2020. The main difference between the subject device and its predecessor resides in the following:
# OPTICAL UNIT
- Bluetooth communication between the Optical and Display units (cabled ethernet / serial offered ● as backup)
DISPLAY UNIT
- Bluetooth communication between the Optical and Display units (cabled ethernet / serial offered . as backup)
- A new 10 inch DU option .
# SOFTWARE
- DICOM network and terminology were updated for clarity
- Minor changes to user interface including optimization of button positions, dPR manual scale, . patient data entry, showing values as the cursor moves, and the option to view previous recordings.
These changes are validated in accordance with Opsens QMS including code review, unit testing, system testing, and regression testing. The changes have been evaluated through the Risk Management Process and no new questions of safety and effectiveness were identified. Existing questions of safety and effectiveness are valid for the proposed device. Any change raises a question concerning whether its performance can be expected to be equivalent with the predicate. Performance testing has confirmed equivalence. No new questions of safety and effectiveness were identified during the execution of Verification and Validation activities. While reviewing the device risk management file, no other security issues were found related to the addition of the wireless function.
Therefore, the proposed device, OptoMonitor 3, meets substantial equivalence requirements with regards to the legally marketed predicate OptoMonitor (K192340 cleared on 12/12/2019).
For detailed comparison, refer to the Substantial Equivalence table on the following pages.
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# K202943
| Characteristics | OptoMonitor 3<br>(K202943) | OptoMonitor 3<br>(K193620) | Differences |
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| Intended Use | To be used for pressure<br>measurements in blood vessels<br>including both coronary and<br>peripheral vessels, during<br>diagnostic angiography and/or<br>other any interventional<br>procedures.<br>Blood pressure measurements<br>provide hemodynamic<br>information, such as fractional<br>flow reserve, for the diagnosis<br>and treatment of blood vessel<br>disease. | To be used for pressure<br>measurements in blood<br>vessels including both<br>coronary and peripheral<br>vessels, during diagnostic<br>angiography and/or other<br>any interventional<br>procedures.<br>Blood pressure<br>measurements provide<br>hemodynamic information,<br>such as fractional flow<br>reserve, for the diagnosis<br>and treatment of blood<br>vessel disease. | Same |
| General Indication<br>for use | The OptoMonitor 3 is a<br>diagnostic computer intended<br>for use in catheterization and<br>related cardiovascular specialty<br>laboratories to compute and<br>display various physiological<br>parameters based on the<br>output from a measuring<br>device. | The OptoMonitor 3 is a<br>diagnostic computer<br>intended for use in<br>catheterization and related<br>cardiovascular specialty<br>laboratories to compute<br>and display various<br>physiological parameters<br>based on the output from a<br>measuring device. | Same |
| FFR Capability | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Basis for FFR<br>Determination | Ratio of whole heartbeats of Pd<br>and Pa | Ratio of whole heartbeats<br>of Pd and Pa | Same |
| Operating<br>Temperature | 15°C to 30°C | 15°C to 30°C | Same |
| Operating Relative<br>Humidity | 10% to 85% non-condensing | 10% to 85% non-<br>condensing | Same |
| Operating Pressure | 70 to 106 kPa | 70 to 106 kPa | Same |
| Pressure Range | -30 to 300 mmHg | -30 to 300 mmHg | Same |
| Pressure Accuracy | +/- 1 mmHg plus +/- 1% of<br>reading (pressure range -30 to<br>50 mmHg) or +/- 3% of reading<br>(pressure range 50 to 300<br>mmHg) | +/- 1 mmHg plus +/- 1% of<br>reading (pressure range -30<br>to 50 mmHg) or +/- 3% of<br>reading (pressure range 50<br>to 300 mmHg) | Same |
| Zero Drift | <1 mmHg/h | <1 mmHg/h | Same |
| Electrical Isolation | Class 1 | Class 1 | Same |
| User Interface | Bedside: Touch screen<br>Control room: Yes | Bedside: Touch screen<br>Control room: None | Same, except for<br>the addition of a<br>control room. |
| Auto-zeroing | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Real Time Curves | Aortic instantaneous pressure,<br>aortic mean pressure, distal<br>instantaneous pressure, distal<br>mean pressure | Aortic instantaneous<br>pressure, aortic mean<br>pressure, distal<br>instantaneous pressure,<br>distal mean pressure | Same |
| Characteristics | OptoMonitor 3<br>(K202943) | OptoMonitor 3<br>(K193620) | Differences |
| Real Time Numerical<br>Values | Mean aortic pressure, mean<br>distal pressure, FFR, dPR | Mean aortic pressure,<br>mean distal pressure, FFR,<br>dPR | Same |
| Minimum Pd/Pa<br>Cursor (Detection of<br>FFR Locus) | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Recording Values | Instantaneous Pa, Pd and<br>Pd/Pa; mean Pa; mean Pd | Instantaneous Pa, Pd and<br>Pd/Pa; mean Pa; mean Pd | Same |
| Display Monitor | LCD | LCD | Same |
| Display Unit size | 15 inch<br>10 inch | 15 inch | Equivalent. Refer to<br>Section 18 for test<br>data. |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth communication<br>between the Optical and<br>Display units (cabled ethernet /<br>serial offered as backup) | Cabled ethernet / serial<br>communication between<br>the Optical and Display<br>units | Equivalent. Refer to<br>Section 17 for test<br>data. |
| Aortic Input | Low Level (5μV/V/mmHg) | Low Level (5μV/V/mmHg) | Same |
| Distal Input | OptoWire (optical) | OptoWire (optical) | Same |
| AUX Input | High Level (100 mmHg/V) | High Level (100 mmHg/V) | Same |
| Distal Output | Low Level (5μV/V/mmHg) | Low Level (5μV/V/mmHg) | Same |
| Pressure Guidewire | Opsens OptoWire™ | Opsens OptoWire™ | Same |
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#### PERFORMANCE DATA 7.
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination.
Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) were assessed with respect to the software change and the system was found to comply with Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility standards:
- . IEC 60601-1:2012 (Consolidated text - edition 3.1) Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance
- . IEC60601-1-2:2007 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance (third edition)
- . IEC60601-1-2:2014 Medical electrical equipment — Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances -Requirements and tests (fourth edition)
Wireless coexistence testing of the system was successfully tested per ANSI/IEEE C63.27:2017 in accordance with the FDA guidance (2013) Radio Frequency Wireless Technology in Medical Devices.
No new questions of safety and effectiveness were identified during review of Risk Management documentation or execution of Verification and Validation activities.
Additionally, the following standards were applied during the development and testing of the OptoMonitor 3:
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- . EN ISO 13485:2016 Medical devices — Quality management systems — Requirements for regulatory purposes.
- . EN ISO 14971:2012 Medical devices - Application of risk management to medical devices
- . IEC 62304:2006 Medical device software life cycle processesIEC60601-2-34 :2011 Medical Electrical Equipment – Part 2-34: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of invasive blood pressure monitoring equipment.
- IEC 60601-1-6:2010 + A1 :2013 Medical Electrical Equipment – Part 1-6: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance – Collateral standard: Usability.
- IEC 61000-3-2: 2018 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3-2: Limits - Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current ≤16 A per phase)
- IEC 61000-3-3:2013 +AMD1:2017 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3-3: Limits -Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current ≤16 A per phase and not subject to conditional connection
- . IEC 61000-4-2:2008 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-2: Testing and measurement techniques - Electrostatic discharge immunity test
- . IEC 61000-4-3:2006 +AMD1:2010 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-3: Testing and measurement techniques - Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test
- . IEC 61000-4-4:2012 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-4: Testing and measurement techniques - Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test
- IEC 61000-4-5:2014 +AMD1:2017 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-5: Testing and measurement techniques - Surge immunity test
- . IEC 61000-4-6:2013 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-6: Testing and measurement techniques - Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields
- IEC 61000-4-8:2009 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-8: Testing and measurement techniques – Power frequency magnetic field immunity test
- IEC 61000-4-11 :2004+ AMD1:2017 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-11: Testing and measurement techniques - Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests
- IEC CISPR 11:2015 +AMD1:2016+AMD2:2019 CSV (Consolidated version)Industrial, scientific and medical equipment - Radio-frequency disturbance characteristics - Limits and methods of measurement
- IPC-A-610D Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies
- . ETSI EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1 ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17: Specific conditions for Broadband Data Transmission Systems; Harmonised Standard covering the essential requirements of article 3.1(b) of Directive 2014/53/EU
- ETSI EN 300 328 V2.2.1 Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band and using wide band modulation techniques; Harmonised Standard covering the essential requirements of article 3.2 of Directive 2014/53/EU
- . Systems Using Digital Modulation FCC 15.247
- . RSS-247Digital Transmission Systems (DTSs), Frequency Hopping Systems (FHSs) and License-Exempt Local Area Network (LE-LAN) Devices
No animal studies or clinical investigations are included with this submission.
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#### 8. CONCLUSIONS
The results from these tests mentioned above demonstrate that the technological and performance characteristics of the proposed OptoMonitor 3 is comparable to the predicate device and support substantial equivalence of the device that is the subject of this 510(k).
The results of the verification/validation tests and the risk analysis have demonstrated that the additional features incorporated in the OptoMonitor 3 device do not add any new questions of safety and efficacy and is therefore substantially equivalent to the predicate OptoMonitor 3 System (K193620 cleared on 06/18/2020).
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