Invia Ease Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) System
K214112 · Medela AG · OMP · Jul 26, 2022 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K214112
Device Name
Invia Ease Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) System
Applicant
Medela AG
Product Code
OMP · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jul 26, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4780
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Invia Ease Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) system is indicated for patients who would benefit from a suction device (Negative Pressure Wound Therapy) as when used on open wounds it creates an environment that promotes wound healing by secondary or tertiary (delayed primary) intention by preparing the wound bed for closure, reducing edema, promoting granulation tissue formation and by removing exudates and infectious material. When used on closed surgical incisions, the Invia Ease NPWT System is also intended to manage the environment of surgical incisions that continue to drain following sutured or stapled closure by maintaining a closed environment and removing exudate via the application of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT). The Invia Ease NPWT system is intended for use in acute, extended and home care settings.
Device Story
Invia Ease NPWT System is a portable, reusable suction pump for negative pressure wound therapy. It applies controlled negative pressure to wounds to promote healing by removing exudate and infectious material, reducing edema, and preparing the wound bed. Used in acute, extended, and home care settings by clinicians or patients. Input consists of vacuum pressure settings (continuous or intermittent) managed via a touchscreen interface. The device monitors pressure via an electric sensor and provides visual/acoustic feedback for alarms (e.g., blockage, canister full, low battery). It utilizes an adaptive air flush mechanism to maintain therapy. Output is the maintenance of a closed, negative-pressure environment at the wound site. Benefits include improved wound bed preparation and management of surgical incision drainage. The device is used with specific Medela canisters and dressings.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by non-clinical bench testing, including vacuum performance, pump endurance, battery run-time, noise, and IP22 ingress protection testing. Biocompatibility testing (cytotoxicity, intracutaneous reactivity, sensitization) performed per ISO 10993 standards. Usability testing conducted per human factors guidance.
Technological Characteristics
Powered suction pump; Class II; IP22 rated. Materials: Canister and tubing tested for biocompatibility (ISO 10993). Energy: Internal 7.2V 5000mAh Li-Ion battery or external AC/DC adapter. Vacuum range: -40 to -200 mmHg. Connectivity: Standalone. Software: Embedded, moderate level of concern. Sterilization: Provided sterile (dressings). Features: Touchscreen interface, electric vacuum sensor, adaptive air flush, acoustic/visual alarm system per IEC 60601-1-8.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients requiring negative pressure wound therapy for acute, subacute, chronic, dehisced, pressure, diabetic/neuropathic, venous insufficiency, or traumatic wounds, partial thickness burns, flaps, grafts, or closed surgical incisions. Contraindicated for necrotic tissue with eschar, untreated osteomyelitis, non-enteric/unexplored fistulas, malignancy (except palliative), exposed vasculature, nerves, anastomotic sites, or organs.
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.
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July 26, 2022
Medela AG Mike McAndrew Director of Ouality and Regulatory Americas Lattichstrasse 4b Baar, 6340 Switzerland
Re: K214112
Trade/Device Name: Invia Ease Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4780 Regulation Name: Powered Suction Pump Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OMP Dated: June 15, 2022 Received: June 21, 2022
Dear Mike McAndrew:
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,
Julie Morabito, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of of Infection Control and Plastic Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K214112
Device Name Invia Ease NPWT system
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Invia Ease Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) system is indicated for patients who would benefit from a suction device (Negative Pressure Wound Therapy) as when used on open wounds it creates an environment that promotes wound healing by secondary or tertiary (delayed primary) intention by preparing the wound bed for closure, reducing edema, promoting granulation tissue formation and by removing exudates and infectious material. When used on closed surgical incisions, the Invia Ease NPWT System is also intended to manage the environment of surgical incisions that continue to drain following sutured or stapled closure by maintaining a closed environment and removing exudate via the application of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT).
The Invia Ease NPWT system is intended for use in acute, extended and home care settings.
The Invia Ease NPWT system is appropriate for the following indications:
- Acute or subacute wounds
- Chronic wounds
- Dehisced wounds
- Pressure ulcers
- Diabetic/Neuropathic ulcers
- Venous insufficiency ulcers
- Traumatic wounds
- Partial thickness burns
- Flaps and grafts
- Closed surgical incisions
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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|X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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### Medela AG Invia Ease NPWT system Traditional 510(k)
### 510(k) Summary Information (K214112)
In accordance with 21 C.F.R. §807.92(a) the following summary of information is provided:
| Date Summary Prepared: | July 12, 2022 |
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| Submitter/Applicant: | Medela AG<br>Lättichstrasse 4b<br>CH 6340 Baar<br>Switzerland<br>Phone: +41 41 562 51 51<br>Fax: +41 41 562 51 00 |
| Primary Contact Person: | Mike McAndrew<br>In representation of Medela AG<br>Head of Quality and Regulatory Americas at Medela<br>LLC<br>Phone: +1 815 578 2376<br>Email: Mike.McAndrew@medela.com |
| Device Information | Trade/Device Name: Invia Ease NPWT System<br>Regulation Name: Powered Suction Pump<br>Regulation Number: 21 CFR§878.4780<br>Common Name: Negative Pressure Wound Therapy<br>Pump and Accessories<br>Device Classification Name: 878.4780 Powered Suction<br>Pump<br>Product Code: OMP<br>Regulatory Class: II<br>Review Panel: General & Plastic Surgery |
| Predicate Device Information | K172145<br>Manufacturer: Medela AG<br>Device Name: Invia Liberty NPWT system<br>The predicate device has not been subject to a design<br>related recall. |
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# Device Description
The Invia Ease Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) System is a suction pump designed to help promote wound healing through Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT). The Invia Ease pump is reusable and portable pump intended to be used in acute, extended and home care settings.
The Invia Ease pump provides adjustable negative pressure with constant and intermittent therapy modes. Invia Ease NPWT System comprises the Invia Ease pump and the following accessories: Invia Ease canisters with integrated tubing, Invia Ease carrying case, Invia Ease handle, Invia Ease IV pole/ bed holder, and Invia Ease charger US.
The Invia Ease user interface includes two tactile buttons: an on/off button on the side of the pump and a mute button on the top of the pump. The pump is also equipped with a large touchscreen display on top of the pump, a status indicator bar on the front-side of the pump, which wraps around the side of the pump, as well as a charging port below the on/off button. Optical status of the pump is provided on the touchscreen and acoustic notifications are also used.
The pump is used with 300 ml, 500 ml and 1000 ml canisters that include a release button and canister tubing with Quick-Connector. The pump is compatible with Invia dressings (NPWT dressings from Medela AG) that interface via the Quick-Connector.
Invia Ease NPWT system is intended to be used in conjunction with the Invia dressings only.
# Indications for Use
The Invia Ease Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) System is indicated for patients who would benefit from a suction device (Negative Pressure Wound Therapy) as when used on open wounds it creates an environment that promotes wound healing by secondary or tertiary (delayed primary) intention by preparing the wound bed for closure, reducing edema, promoting granulation tissue formation and perfusion, and by removing exudates and infectious material.
When used on closed surgical incisions, the Invia Ease NPWT System is also intended to manage the environment of surgical incisions that continue to drain following sutured or stapled closure by maintaining a closed environment and removing exudate via the application of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT).
The Invia Ease NPWT System is intended for use in acute, extended and home care settings.
The Invia Ease NPWT System is appropriate for the following indications:
- Acute or subacute wounds -
- Chronic wounds -
- Dehisced wounds -
- Pressure ulcers -
- Diabetic/Neuropathic ulcers -
- Venous insufficiency ulcers -
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- Traumatic wounds -
- Partial thickness burns -
- Flaps and grafts -
- Closed surgical incisions -
# Comparison of Technological Characteristics
The Invia Ease Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) System is a modified version of the Invia Liberty NPWT System, which was most recently cleared in K172145.
The Invia Ease NPWT pump has the same intended use, similar indications for use, and has equivalent fundamental technology as the legally marketed predicate device to which substantial equivalency is claimed.
Both Invia Ease NPWT System and Invia Liberty use an equivalent suction aggregate to create the necessary vacuum in the same manner and provide same therapy modes: continuous and intermittent.
| Characteristic | Invia Liberty NPWT System<br>(Predicate Device K172145) | Invia Ease NPWT System<br>(Subject Device K214112) | Comment |
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| Product code | OMP | OMP | Same |
| Indications for<br>Use | The Invia Liberty Negative<br>Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT)<br>system is indicated for patients who<br>would benefit from a suction device<br>(Negative Pressure Wound<br>Therapy) as when used on open<br>wounds it creates an environment<br>that promotes wound healing by<br>secondary or tertiary (delayed<br>primary) intention by preparing the<br>wound bed for closure, reducing<br>edema, promoting granulation<br>tissue formation and perfusion, and<br>by removing exudate and<br>infectious material.<br><br>When used on closed surgical<br>incisions, the Invia Liberty NPWT<br>system is also intended to manage<br>the environment of surgical<br>incisions that continue to drain<br>following sutured or stapled closure<br>by maintaining a closed<br>environment and removing exudate<br>via the application of Negative<br>Pressure Wound Therapy. | The Invia Ease Negative Pressure<br>Wound Therapy (NPWT) system is<br>indicated for patients who would<br>benefit from a suction device<br>(Negative Pressure Wound<br>Therapy) as when used on open<br>wounds it creates an environment<br>that promotes wound healing by<br>secondary or tertiary (delayed<br>primary) intention by preparing the<br>wound bed for closure, reducing<br>edema, promoting granulation<br>tissue formation and perfusion, and<br>by removing exudates and<br>infectious material.<br><br>When used on closed surgical<br>incisions, the Invia Ease NPWT<br>system is also intended to manage<br>the environment of surgical<br>incisions that continue to drain<br>following sutured or stapled closure<br>by maintaining a closed<br>environment and removing exudate<br>via the application of Negative<br>Pressure Wound Therapy. | Equivalent. The<br>use environment<br>is added, but it is<br>already included<br>in the Instructions<br>for Use of the<br>predicate device |
| Characteristic | Invia Liberty NPWT System<br>(Predicate Device K172145) | Invia Ease NPWT System<br>(Subject Device K214112) | Comment |
| Contra-<br>indications | The Invia Liberty NPWT system is<br>appropriate for use for the<br>following indications:<br>- Acute or subacute wounds<br>- Chronic wounds<br>- Dehisced wounds<br>- Pressure ulcers<br>- Diabetic/Neuropathic ulcers<br>- Venous insufficiency ulcers<br>- Traumatic wounds<br>- Partial thickness burns<br>- Flaps and grafts<br>- Closed surgical incisions<br><br>Contraindications:<br>- Necrotic tissue with eschar present<br>- Untreated osteomyelitis<br>- Non-enteric and unexplored fistulas<br>- Malignancy in the wound<br>- Exposed vasculature<br>- Exposed nerves<br>- Exposed anastomotic site of blood vessels or bypasses<br>- Exposed organs | The Invia Ease NPWT system is<br>intended for use in acute, extended<br>and home care settings.<br>The Invia Ease NPWT System is<br>appropriate for the following<br>indications:<br>- Acute or subacute wounds<br>- Chronic wounds<br>- Dehisced wounds<br>- Pressure ulcers<br>- Diabetic/Neuropathic ulcers<br>- Venous insufficiency ulcers<br>- Traumatic wounds<br>- Partial thickness burns<br>- Flaps and grafts<br>- Closed surgical incisions<br><br>Contraindications:<br>- Necrotic tissue with eschar present<br>- Untreated osteomyelitis<br>- Non-enteric and unexplored fistulas<br>- Malignancy in the wound (with exception of palliative care to enhance quality of life)<br>- Exposed vasculature<br>- Exposed nerves<br>- Exposed anastomotic site of blood vessels or bypasses<br>- Exposed organs | Similar |
| Intended Use | Negative Pressure Wound Therapy | Negative Pressure Wound Therapy | Same |
| Patient<br>population | Adult - multiple patient | Adult - multiple patient | Same |
| Environment<br>of Use | Acute, extended and home care<br>settings | Acute, extended and home care<br>settings | Same |
| Weight | 1.0 kg | 1.1 kg | Similar |
| Dimensions<br>(l x w x h) | 170 x 90 x 150<br>(without canister) | 175 x 90 x 125mm<br>(without canister) | Similar |
| | 290 x 95 x 235 mm<br>(with 300 ml canister) | 203 x 90 x125<br>(with 300 ml canister) | |
| Characteristic | Invia Liberty NPWT System<br>(Predicate Device K172145) | Invia Ease NPWT System<br>(Subject Device K214112) | Comment |
| Standard<br>safety device | Bacteria and overflow protection<br>filter | Bacteria and overflow protection<br>filter | Same |
| Useful Life | 4000 hours | 2000 hours | Similar. Both<br>devices provide<br>sufficient life for<br>clinical use. |
| Software | Embedded | Embedded | Same |
| IP Protection<br>class | IP33 | IP22 | Similar. Both<br>devices provide<br>adequate<br>protection from<br>ingress of dust or<br>water. |
| Protection<br>type | BF | BF | Same |
| Operating<br>ambient<br>temperatures | +5 °C to +40°C | +5 °C to +40°C | Same |
| Operating<br>ambient<br>humidity | 15...93% RH | 15 to 90% RH<br>(non-condensing) | Similar. Both<br>devices meet IEC<br>60601 standards |
| Canister<br>capacity | 300 ml<br>800 ml | 300 ml<br>500 ml<br>1000 ml | Similar. Both<br>devices offer<br>multiple canister<br>sizes to meet<br>market needs. |
| User Control | Five button keypad (power and<br>arrow keys to navigate menus) | Mute button, On/Off Button and<br>touch screen | Similar. Both<br>devices provide<br>user controls for<br>similar functions. |
| Visual<br>indicator | LCD display | LED Light indicator status | Similar |
| Characteristic | Invia Liberty NPWT System<br>(Predicate Device K172145) | Invia Ease NPWT System<br>(Subject Device K214112) | Comment |
| Audio<br>indicator | Low battery<br>Tube flushing<br>Loss of negative pressure | "Low priority" alarms:<br>– Battery low<br>– Temperature high<br>– No canister detected<br>– Pump in wrong position<br>"Medium priority" alarms:<br>– Pause reminder<br>– Battery empty<br>– Internal temperature exceeded<br>– High leakage<br>– Blockage<br>– Canister full<br>– Defective charger<br>– Pump error | Similar. The<br>subject device's<br>approach to audio<br>indicators uses<br>more modern<br>technology and<br>meets IEC 60601-<br>1-8 alarm<br>standard for Low<br>and Medium<br>priority alarms. |
| Max. vacuum | -200 mmHg / -27 KPa | -200 mmHg / -27 KPa | Same |
| Min. vacuum | -40 mmHg / -5.3 KPa | -40 mmHg / -5.3 KPa | Same |
| Vacuum<br>regulation<br>type | Electric vacuum regulator<br>controlled by Software | Electric vacuum regulator<br>controlled by Software | Same |
| Vacuum<br>gauge type | Electric vacuum sensor, digital dial | Electric vacuum sensor, digital dial | Same |
| Therapy<br>modes | Continuous & intermittent | Continuous & intermittent | Same |
| Air Flushing | Adaptive air flush when a sensory<br>threshold is reached. | Adaptive air flush when a sensory<br>threshold is reached | Same |
| Blockage<br>Detection | An acoustic signal will sound and a<br>blockage symbol will appear on the<br>display when the Invia Liberty<br>NPWT pump detects a blockage in<br>tubing. | An acoustic signal will sound and a<br>blockage symbol will appear on the<br>touch screen. | Same |
| Power Source<br>– Direct Plug-<br>in | Switching Power Supply<br>• Input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz,<br>0.8A max.<br>• Output: 12VDC, 2A (Max)<br>• Off the Shelf plug connection to<br>pump | Switching Power Supply<br>• Input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz,<br>0.8A max.<br>• Output: 12VDC, 2A (Max)<br>• Custom magnetic connection to<br>pump | Similar |
| Characteristic | Invia Liberty NPWT System<br>(Predicate Device K172145) | Invia Ease NPWT System<br>(Subject Device K214112) | Comment |
| Power Source – Internal<br>Battery | Rechargeable Li-Ion battery (2 cells)<br>7.4VDC – 2500mAh | Rechargeable Li-Ion battery (4 cells)<br>7.2VDC – 5000mAh…
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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.
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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.