K203693 · Cork Medical Products, LLC · OMP · Aug 13, 2021 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K203693
Device Name
Nisus Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump
Applicant
Cork Medical Products, LLC
Product Code
OMP · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Aug 13, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4780
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Nisus Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump is indicated for use in patients who would benefit from negative pressure wound therapy particularly as the device may promote wound healing by the removal of excess exudates, infectious material, and tissue debris.
Device Story
Nisus Touch NPWT Pump provides negative pressure to wound sites to facilitate healing; removes exudates, infectious material, and tissue debris. Device consists of pump unit and battery charger; requires external canister and wound dressing kit (foam, drape, port pad). Operator (licensed healthcare professional) sets therapy parameters via integrated touch screen or physical keys; keypad lock prevents patient adjustment. Device monitors pressure and system status; provides visual/audible alarms for battery, leakage, blockage, and full canister. Used in clinical settings; provides controlled suction to wound bed. Benefits patient by managing wound environment to promote healing.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Performance verified via simulated wound exudate testing, pressure measurements in a test bed fixture, and alarm functionality testing (leakage, blockage, canister full).
Indicated for patients requiring negative pressure wound therapy to promote healing via removal of excess exudates, infectious material, and tissue debris. For use by licensed healthcare professionals only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A powered suction pump is a portable, AC-powered or compressed air-powered device intended to be used to remove infectious materials from wounds or fluids from a patient's airway or respiratory support system. The device may be used during surgery in the operating room or at the patient's bedside. The device may include a microbial filter.
Predicate Devices
Nisus Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System (K140022)
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August 13, 2021
Cork Medical Products, LLC Patrick McGinley Chief Executive Officer 8000 Castleway Drive Indianapolis, Indiana 46250
Re: K203693
Trade/Device Name: Nisus Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4780 Regulation Name: Powered Suction Pump Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OMP Dated: June 16, 2021 Received: June 21, 2021
Dear Patrick McGinley:
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 ffor 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/cfpm/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,
Long Chen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control 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) K203693
#### Device Name
Nisus Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Nisus Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump is indicated for use in patients who would benefit from negative pressure wound therapy particularly as the device may promote wound healing by the removal of excess exudates, infectious material, and tissue debris.
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# 510(k) Summary
807.92(c)
## SPONSOR
## 807.92(a)(1)
| Company Name: | Cork Medical Products LLC |
|------------------|------------------------------------------------|
| Company Address: | 8000 Castleway Drive<br>Indianapolis, IN 46250 |
Telephone: 866-551-2580 Fax: 844-269-8439 Contact Person: Patrick McGinley Date Prepared: August 6th, 2021
## DEVICE NAME
## 807.92(a)(2)
| Trade Name: | Nisus Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump |
|---------------------------|------------------------------------------------------|
| System Common/Usual Name: | Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Powered Suction Pump |
| Classification Name: | Powered Suction Pump |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 878.4780 |
| Product Code: | OMP |
| Device Class: | Class II |
## PREDICATE DEVICE
## 807.92(a)(3)
| Company | Brand Name | 510(k) Number |
|-----------------------|----------------------------------------------|---------------|
| Cork Medical Products | Nisus Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System | K140022 |
## DEVICE DESCRIPTION
# 807.92(a)(4)
Cork Medical Products has developed a negative pressure wound therapy pump with the same intended use as its predicate device (K140022) but has the addition of an integrated touch screen. The Nisus Touch and Nisus pumps are nearly identical in appearance and utilize the same buttons to power the device and adjust pump settings; however, the Nisus Touch offers the alternative touch screen to easily maneuver between settings based on operator preference. Visual and audible alarms are consistent with the predicate device K140022 and alert the user when critical battery, pressure leakage, system blockage, and full canister occurs. Additionally, the Nisus Touch mechanical components and therapy application are identical to the Nisus pump. The intent of the new model is to appeal to users who encounter touch screens in daily technology and might feel navigation by touch screen is more simplistic.
The components included within the Cork Nisus Touch NPWT Pump are:
- Nisus Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump
- Nisus Touch Pump Battery Charger
Accessory components are required to operate the device. Iniection molded components are sonically welded to form a canister designed to mate with the pump and collect excess exudates, infectious material, and tissue debris. The canister design was previously provided clearance within the Nisus NPWT system 510k application (K140022).
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The Wound Kit comes in multiple iterations containing a minimum of one port pad, wound foam and peel and stick drape. These components are used in coniunction with the pump to ensure safe transfer of the wound debris to the canister. The NPWT Accessories were previously provided clearance on K132004. Our application for the Nisus Touch NPWT system includes no revisions to these previously cleared components.
### DEALCE TATEMDED OSE
## 807.92(a)(5)
### Indications for Use
The Nisus Touch Neqative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump is indicated for use in patients who would benefit from negative pressure wound therapy particularly as the device may promote wound healing by the removal of excess exudates, infectious material, and tissue debris.
### Physician Orders
Caution: Federal Law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed physician.
Use of the Nisus Touch NPWT Pump must be prescribed by a physician per the stated indications for use. As a condition of use, the Nisus Touch NPWT Pump should only be used by qualified and authorized personnel.
The user must have the necessary knowledge of the specific medical application for which negative pressure wound therapy is being used.
Prior to placement of the Nisus Touch NPWT Pump, the medical professional treating the wound must assess how to best use the system for an individual wound. It is important to carefully assess the wound and patient to ensure clinical indications for negative pressure wound therapy are met.
#### User
The Nisus Touch NPWT Pump is designed for use by licensed healthcare professionals only. The keypad and device menus are locked by the healthcare professional to prevent patient from changing the setting prescribed by the physician.
NOTE: Patient functions are limited to power on/off and respond to any alarm conditions.
#### Use Environment
Cork Medical Products Nisus Touch NPWT Pump is designed for the following environmental conditions:
Operating Temperature: 18°C to 34°C (65°F to 94°F) Operating Relative Humidity: 10% - 95% Operating Pressure: 700-hPA - 1060-hPA (10.15-atm - 15.37-atm) atmospheric pressure
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# PREDICATE PRODUCT COMPARISON TABLE
# 807.92(a)(6)
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device |
|-------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Company | Cork Medical Products | Cork Medical Products |
| Device Name | Nisus Touch Negative Pressure<br>Wound Therapy Pump | Nisus Negative Pressure<br>Wound Therapy System |
| 510(k) Number | K203693 | K140022 |
| Regulation Number /<br>Product Code | 21 CFR 878.4780 / OMP | 21 CFR 878.4780 / OMP |
| Indications for Use | The Nisus Touch Negative<br>Pressure Wound Therapy<br>Pump is indicated for use in<br>patients who would benefit from<br>negative pressure wound<br>therapy particularly as the<br>device may promote wound<br>healing by the removal of<br>excess exudates, infectious<br>material, and tissue debris. | The Cork Medical Products<br>Nisus Negative Pressure<br>Wound Therapy System is<br>indicated for use in patients<br>who would benefit from<br>negative pressure wound<br>therapy particularly as the<br>device may promote wound<br>healing by the removal of<br>excess exudates, infectious<br>material, and tissue debris. |
| Features | • Multiple keys for navigation<br>including: power, menu/select,<br>exit, up arrow, down arrow, left<br>arrow, right arrow<br>• Touch screen capability to<br>maneuver between therapy<br>modes and device settings | • Multiple keys for navigation<br>including: power, menu/select,<br>exit, up arrow, down arrow, left<br>arrow, right arrow |
| Suction Capacity | ~8-10 liters / minute | 4 liters / minute |
| Maximum Vacuum<br>Pressure | 200-mmHg | 220-mmHg |
| Power Requirements | 18 VDC, 2A | 18 VDC, 2A |
| Battery Type | Li-ion | Li-ion |
| Dimensions | 151 x 117 x 84-mm<br>(~6 x 4.6 x 3.3-inches) | 151 x 108 x 71-mm<br>(~6 x 4.3 x 2.8-inches) |
| Weight | 0.616-kg (~1.36-lb) | 0.575-kg (~1.27-lb) |
| Reusable | Yes | Yes |
| Sterile | Non-sterile | Non-sterile |
| Compliance | IEC 60601-1, 4th Edition (AAMI<br>ES 60601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2<br>No. 60601-1-08, EN 60601-1)<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-1-6/IEC 62366<br>IEC 60601-1-11 | IEC 60601-1, 3rd Edition (AAMI<br>ES 60601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2<br>No. 60601-1-08, EN 60601-1)<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-1-6/IEC 62366<br>IEC 60601-1-11 |
| Storage & Shipping<br>Conditions | -25°C (-13°F) without relative<br>humidity control to 70°C (158°F)<br>up to 93% relative humidity<br>(non-condensing) | -25°C (-13°F) without relative<br>humidity control to 70°C (158°F)<br>up to 93% relative humidity<br>(non-condensing) |
| Environmental Conditions | Operating Temperature: 18°C -<br>34°C (65°F - 94°F)<br>Operating Relative Humidity:<br>10% - 95% non-condensing<br>Operating Pressure: 700-hPA –<br>1060-hPA (10.15-atm - 15.37-<br>atm) atmospheric pressure | Operating Temperature: 5°C -<br>40°C (41°F - 104°F)<br>Operating Relative Humidity:<br>15% - 93% non-condensing<br>Operating Pressure: 700-hPA –<br>1060-hPA (10.15-atm - 15.37-<br>atm) atmospheric pressure |
| Accessories | Canisters:<br>Two Sizes: 250mL, 500mL<br>Features: hydrophobic<br>membrane filter, liquid solidifier<br>(cleared on K14022)<br>Wound Dressing Kit:<br>Wound Foam<br>Wound Drape<br>Port Pad Assembly<br>Previously cleared on K132004<br>Provided sterile<br>Bench Testing completed<br>utilized accessories previously<br>cleared on separate 510k<br>applications to mimic the<br>predicate device setting. | Canisters:<br>Two Sizes: 250mL, 500mL<br>Features: hydrophobic<br>membrane filter, liquid solidifier<br>(cleared with application)<br>Wound Dressing Kit:<br>Wound Foam<br>Wound Drape<br>Port Pad Assembly<br>Previously cleared on K132004<br>Provided sterile<br>Bench Testing utilized canisters<br>in application, and accessories<br>cleared on separate application. |
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## NONCLINICAL TESTS
## 807.92(b)(1)
The Cork Medical Products Nisus Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump underwent bench performance testing to establish basic functionality. The bench performance tests conducted are:
- . Continuous Mode Low Pressure (40-mmHg) Test
- . Continuous Mode Typical Pressure (125-mmHg) Test
- . Continuous Mode High Pressure (200-mmHg) Test
- . Intermittent Mode Test
- . Low Battery Test
- Leakage Alarm Test .
- Blockage Alarm Test .
- . Canister Full Alarm Test
- . Suction Capacity and Maximum Vacuum Pressures
The testing results show the Nisus Touch NPWT pump functioned as expected. Performance tests used simulated wound exudate. Pressure measurements were taken using a wound test bed fixture.
#### Software Verification and Validation Testing
Software verification and validation testing were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices." The software for this device was considered as a "moderate" level of concern. The corresponding software documentation required for a 510(k) submission is included per "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices" as published by the FDA.
#### Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Electrical safety and EMC testing were conducted on the Nisus Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump. The system complies with the IEC 60601-1: 2005, IEC 60601-1-6: 2010, and IEC 60601-1-11: 2010 standards for safety and the IEC 60601-1-2: ed 4.0 (2014-02) standard for EMC.
#### Additional non-clinical testing conducted
62366: 2007 - Medical devices - Application of usability engineering to medical devices. IEC
### CLINICAL TESTS
No clinical testing required to support this 510(k) submission. No clinical testing has been performed.
## CONCLUSIONS
Cork Medical concludes, based on nonclinical testing, that the Nisus Touch Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Pump is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as the predicate device, Cork Medical Products Nisus Neqative Pressure Wound Therapy System (K140022).
# 807.92(b)(3)
807.92(b)(2)
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