The Radius VSM and accessories are intended to be used as both a wearable multi-parameter patient monitor and an accessory to a multi-parameter patient monitor that is intended for multi-parameter physiological patient monitoring in hospital and healthcare facilities. The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for the monitoring of hemodynamic (including ECG, arrhythmia detection, non-invasive blood pressure, SpO2, Pulse Rate, PVi, heart rate, and temperature), and respiratory (e.g., impedance, acoustic, and pleth-based respiration rate) physiological parameters along with the orientation and activity of adults. The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for the non-invasive continuous monitoring of functional oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin (SpO2) and Pulse Rate (PR) of well or poorly perfused adults during both no motion and motion conditions. The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for continuous monitoring of skin temperature of adults. The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for monitoring of the orientation and activity of patients including those susceptible to pressure ulcers. The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for the continuous non-invasive monitoring of PVI as a measure of relative variability of the photoplethysmograph (pleth) of adults during no motion conditions. PVi may be used as a noninvasive dynamic indicator of fluid responsiveness in select populations of mechanically ventilated adult patients. Accuracy of PVi in predicting fluid responsiveness is variable and influenced by numerous patient, procedure and device related factors. PV i measures the variation in the plethysmography amplitude but does not provide measurements of stroke volume or cardiac output. Fluid management decisions should be based on a complete assessment of the patient's condition and should not be based solely on PVi. Devices with Masimo technology are only indicated for use with Masimo accessories. Radius VSM ECG Electrodes are disposable, single-patient ECG electrodes intended to acquire ECG signals from the surface of the body. They are indicated for use on adults for up to 3 days of skin surface contact. Radius VSM Blood Pressure Cuffs are accessories intended to be use with a noninvasive blood pressure measurement system to measure blood pressure. They are indicated for use on adults during no motion conditions.
Device Story
Wearable multi-parameter patient monitor; acquires physiological signals via modular sensors (ECG, NiBP, SpO2, acoustic respiration, temperature, accelerometer/gyroscope). Transforms inputs into real-time waveforms, vital signs, and status alerts; displays on touchscreen wearable monitor; transmits data wirelessly to secondary monitors (e.g., Root) or supplemental systems (e.g., Patient SafetyNet). Used in hospitals/healthcare facilities by clinicians to monitor adult patients. Output assists clinical decision-making regarding patient status, fluid responsiveness, and fall/pressure ulcer prevention. Benefits include continuous monitoring of mobile patients and simplified respiration rate display via proprietary aggregation algorithm.
Clinical Evidence
Five clinical studies provided. 1) NiBP validation (n=89) per ISO 81060-2:2018 (Mean diff: Systolic -1.23, Diastolic -2.67 mmHg; SD: Systolic 7.32, Diastolic 7.13 mmHg). 2) ECG waveform comparison (n=31) vs FDA-cleared monitor. 3) Posture/activity feature evaluation (n=20). 4) Aggregate respiration rate validation (n=48) vs capnography. 5) Aggregate respiration rate integration study on healthy volunteers. All studies met acceptance criteria.
Technological Characteristics
Wearable multi-modular platform; IP24 (monitor/ECG) and IP22 (NiBP) ingress protection. Sensors: SpO2 (optical), ECG (electrical impedance), NiBP (oscillometric), Temperature (thermistor), Position (3-axis accelerometer/gyroscope). Connectivity: Bluetooth LE, Wi-Fi. Power: Rechargeable Li-ion battery. Software: Major level of concern. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 10993, ISO 80601-2-61, IEC 60601-2-27, ISO 80601-2-30, ISO 80601-2-56.
Indications for Use
Indicated for hemodynamic, respiratory, orientation, and activity monitoring of adult patients in hospital/healthcare facilities. Includes continuous SpO2, PR, skin temperature, PVi (fluid responsiveness indicator for mechanically ventilated adults), ECG (arrhythmia detection, heart rate), and respiration rate (impedance, acoustic, pleth-based).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
The arrhythmia detector and alarm device monitors an electrocardiogram and is designed to produce a visible or audible signal or alarm when atrial or ventricular arrhythmia, such as premature contraction or ventricular fibrillation, occurs.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Arrhythmia Detector and Alarm” will serve as the special control. See § 870.1 for the availability of this guidance document.
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June 1, 2023
Masimo Corporation Kertana Shankar Regulatory Affairs Specialist III 52 Discovery Irvine, California 92618
Re: K223498
Trade/Device Name: Radius VSM and Accessories Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1025 Regulation Name: Arrhythmia Detector And Alarm (Including ST-Segment Measurement And Alarm) Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MHX, BZQ, DQA, DPS, DPZ, DRT, DSJ, DXN, FLL, KMI, DSI, DQK, DXQ Dated: April 28, 2023 Received: May 1, 2023
Dear Kertana Shankar:
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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### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K223498
Device Name Radius VSM and Accessories
Indications for Use (Describe) Radius VSM:
The Radius VSM and accessories are intended to be used as both a wearable multi-parameter patient monitor and an accessory to a multi-parameter patient monitor that is intended for multi-parameter physiological patient monitoring in hospital and healthcare facilities.
The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for the monitoring of hemodynamic (including ECG, arrhythmia detection, non-invasive blood pressure, SpO2, Pulse Rate, PVi, heart rate, and respiratory (e.g., impedance, acoustic, and pleth-based respiration rate) physiological parameters along with the orientation and activity of adults.
The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for the non-invasive continuous monitoring of functional oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin (SpO2) and Pulse Rate (PR) of well or poorly perfused adults during both no motion and motion conditions.
The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for continuous monitoring of skin temperature of adults.
The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for monitoring of the orientation and activity of patients including those susceptible to pressure ulcers.
The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for the continuous non-invasive monitoring of PV1 as a measure of relative variability of the photoplethysmograph (pleth) of adults during no motion conditions. PV i may be used as a noninvasive dynamic indicator of fluid responsiveness in select populations of mechanically ventilated adult patients. Accuracy of PV in predicting fluid responsiveness is variable and influenced by numerous patient, procedure and device related factors. PVi measures the variation in the plethysmography amplitude but does not provide measurements of stroke volume or cardiac output. Fluid management decisions should be based on a complete assessment of the patient's condition and should not be based solely on PVi.
Devices with Masimo technology are only indicated for use with Masimo accessories.
Radius VSM Accessories:
Radius VSM ECG Electrodes are disposable, single-patient ECG electrodes intended to acquire ECG signals from the surface of the body. They are indicated for use on adults for up to 3 days of skin surface contact.
Radius VSM Blood Pressure Cuffs are accessories intended to be use with a noninvasive blood pressure measurement system to measure blood pressure. They are indicated for use on adults during no motion conditions.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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| Submitter and Address of<br>Manufacturing Facility: | Masimo Corporation<br>52 Discovery<br>Irvine, CA 92618<br>Phone: (949) 297-7000 |
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| Date: | June 1, 2023 |
| Contact: | Kertana Shankar<br>Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>Masimo Corporation<br>Phone: (949) 297-7260 |
| Trade Name: | Radius VSM and Accessories |
| Common Name: | Patient Monitor (with Arrhythmia Detection) |
| Classification Regulation/<br>Product Code: | 21 CFR 870.2300, Class II/ MHX |
| Additional Classification<br>Regulation/ Product Codes: | 21 CFR 868.2375/ BZQ<br>21 CFR 870.2700/ DQA<br>21 CFR 870.2340/ DPS<br>21 CFR 870.2710/ DPZ<br>21 CFR 870.2300/ DRT<br>21 CFR 870.1100/ DSJ<br>21 CFR 870.1130/ DXN<br>21 CFR 880.2910/ FLL<br>21 CFR 880.2400/ KMI<br>21 CFR 870.1025/ DSI<br>21 CFR 870.1425/ DQK<br>21 CFR 870.1120/ DXQ |
| Establishment Registration<br>Number: | 3011353843 |
| Reason for Premarket<br>Notification: | New Device |
| Primary Predicate: | K200494 - CARESCAPE ONE |
| Secondary Predicate: | K193242 - Masimo Radius-7 Pulse CO-Oximeter and Accessories |
| Tertiary Predicate: | K191882 - Masimo Centroid |
| Performance Standards | There are no performance standards pursuant to Section 514 of the<br>Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act for the above device. |
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#### 1.0 Device Description
The Radius VSM and Accessories is a wearable, multi-modular patient monitoring platform that allows for the ability to scale and tailor the use of monitoring technologies based upon the hospital's and clinician's assessment of what technologies are appropriate. The purpose of this submission is the premarket notification for the introduction of Masimo Radius VSM and Accessories, including its use with the previously cleared Root (K191882) and Masimo Patient SafetyNet (K071047).
#### 1.1 Supported Features
The subject device, Radius VSM, supports the following monitoring technologies:
1.1.1 Masimo SET Pulse Oximetry Optical Measurement Technology (e.g., SpO2, PR, RRp, PVi)
Radius VSM incorporates the Masimo SET Pulse Oximetry features (e.g., SpO2, PR, RRp, PVi) that are cleared as part of the secondary predicate, Radius-7 (K193242). The indications for the Pleth Variability Index (PVi) feature provided with the Masimo SET pulse oximetry technology is the same as it was cleared under K193626.
#### 1.1.2 Masimo rainbow Acoustic Monitoring Technology (RRa)
Radius VSM incorporates Masimo rainbow Acoustic Monitoring technology, which provides the same RRa feature that is cleared as part of the secondary predicate. Radius-7 (K193242).
#### 1.1.3 Electrocardiography Technology (e.g., Arrhythmia Detection, Heart Rate, Respiration Rate)
Radius VSM provides an optional ECG module that can be connected to the Radius VSM Wearable Monitor to allow the monitoring of electrocardiograph (ECG) waveforms, heart rate, respiration rate, and the detection of arrhythmias.
#### 1.1.4 Noninvasive Blood Pressure Monitoring Technology (NiBP)
Radius VSM provides an optional Non-invasive Blood Pressure (NIBP) module that can be connected to the Radius VSM Wearable Monitor allowing the periodic monitoring Systolic and Diastolic blood pressure.
#### 1.1.5 Noninvasive Continuous Temperature Monitoring Technology
Radius VSM provides an optional thermometer feature as part of the Radius VSM ECG Module, which can be connected to Radius VSM Wearable Monitor to allow the continuous monitoring of skin temperature.
#### 1.1.6 Position Monitoring Technology
Radius VSM is provided with position monitoring capabilities as part of the Radius VSM ECG Module,
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which provides the ability to continuously monitor a patient's orientation and activity. This position monitoring technology remains the same as the tertiary predicate Centroid cleared under K191882. This feature is intended to help support in the prevention of pressure ulcers and in identifying patient falls.
#### 1.1.7 Aggregate Respiration Rate (RR)
The Radius VSM is provided with the Aggregate Respiration Rate feature that utilizes a proprietary algorithm to simplify the display of multiple respiration rate inputs (i.e., RRe. RRa, RRp) into a single respiration rate. This feature is intended to help minimize confusion related to the display of multiple respiration rates from different monitoring technologies.
#### 1.2 System Components
The Radius VSM and Accessories system comprises of the Radius VSM Wearable Monitor, Radius VSM ECG Module and Electrodes, and the Radius VSM NiBP Module and Cuff.
#### 1.2.1 Radius VSM Wearable Monitor
The Radius VSM Wearable Monitor acquires, displays, and provides the user interface for all the data received from the modular measurement technologies. The Radius VSM Wearable Monitor includes a touch screen display and supports wireless communication of the monitored data to a patient monitor (e.g., Root) or supplemental monitoring system (e.g., Patient SafetyNet). It includes a rechargeable battery that supplies power to the entire system. The Radius VSM Wearable Monitor is secured to the patient arm with a single patient use armband.
#### 1.2.2 Radius VSM ECG Module and Radius VSM ECG Electrodes
The Radius VSM ECG Module is a reusable module that provides the monitoring of electrocardiograph (ECG) waveforms, detection of arrhythmias, heart rate, and respiration rate. The Radius VSM ECG Module connects the Radius VSM Wearable Monitor to the Radius VSM ECG Electrodes, which are disposable sensors applied to the patient's intact skin.
The Radius VSM ECG Module also incorporates the temperature sensor, accelerometer, and gyroscope, which supports temperature measurement and patient orientation/activity monitoring features.
#### Radius VSM NiBP Module and Radius VSM NiBP Cuff 1.2.3
The Radius VSM NiBP module is a reusable module that provides the nonitoring of Systolic and Diastolic blood pressure. The Radius VSM NiBP module connects the Radius VSM Wearable
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Monitor to the Radius VSM NiBP cuff, which are disposable and are applied to the patient's intact skin. The NiBP cuffs are available in multiple sizes to fit different arm sizes.
#### 1.3 System Specifications
The specifications for Masimo Radius VSM Wearable Monitor are provided in Table 1.3-1 below:
| Table 1.3-1 Radius VSM Wearable Monitor Specifications | |
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| Feature | Specification |
| Display | |
| Display Type | Touchscreen |
| Alarms | |
| Type of Alarms | Visual/Audible Alarms |
| Technological Characteristics | |
| Measured Parameters | SpO2, PR, RRp, RRa |
| Calculated or Derived Parameters | PVi, Pi |
| Performance Specifications | |
| SpO2, No Motion | 70-100%, 1.5% Arms, Adults |
| SpO2, Motion | 70-100%, 1.5% Arms, Adults |
| SpO2, Low perfusion | 70-100%, 2% Arms, Adults |
| PR, No Motion | 25-240 bpm, 3 bpm, Adults |
| PR, Motion | 25-240 bpm, 5 bpm, Adults |
| PR, Low Perfusion | 25-240 bpm, 5 bpm, Adults |
| RRp, No Motion | 4-70, 3 rpm Arms, 1 rpm mean error, Adults |
| RRa | 4-70 rpm, 1 rpm Arms, Adults |
| Interfaces | |
| Physical | Modules, Charging Adapter |
| Wireless | Bluetooth LE, Wi-Fi |
| Electrical | |
| Internally Powered | Rechargeable, Lithium Ion Battery |
| Mechanical | |
| Dimensions | 10.9 cm x 5.8 cm x 2.1 cm (4.28" x 2.28" x 0.83") |
| Weight | 122 g (0.27 lbs.) |
| Ingress Protection | IP24 |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C<br>(32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C<br>(-4°F to 140°F) |
| Operating/Storage/ Transport Humidity | 10% to 95%, non-condensing |
| Operating Atmospheric Pressure | 540 mbar to 1060 mbar |
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The specifications for the Radius VSM ECG Module are provided in the Table 1.3-2 below:
| Table 1.3-2 Radius VSM ECG Module Specifications | |
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| Features | Specification |
| Technical Characteristics | |
| Measured Parameters | ECG waveform, HR, RRe, Temperature, Time in<br>Position, Patient Incline Angle |
| Calculated or Derived Parameters | Arrhythmia Detection, Fall Detection |
| Performance Specifications | |
| ECG, Monitoring Bandwidth | 0.67 Hz to 40 Hz |
| ECG, Diagnostic Bandwidth | 0.05 Hz to 150 Hz |
| HR (15bpm to 300 bpm) | ≤1% or ≤2 bpm (whichever is greater) |
| RRe (4-120 rpm) | ≤1 rpm mean error |
| Patient Incline Angle (-180° to 180°C) | ±1° |
| Laboratory Accuracy (77°F to 109.4°F (25°C to 43°C)) | ± 0.3°C (±.54°F) |
| Lethal Arrhythmias Detected | Asystole, Ventricular Fibrillation/Ventricular<br>Tachycardia, Ventricular Tachycardia (greater than<br>30s) |
| Non-Lethal Arrhythmias Detected | Atrial Fibrillation greater than 30 seconds,<br>Ventricular Tachycardia (less than 30s) |
| Interfaces | |
| Physical | Module connector |
| Electrical | |
| DC Powered | Radius VSM Module |
| Mechanical | |
| Dimensions | 4.7 cm x 4.06 cm (1.85" x 1.60") |
| Weight | 20 g (0.04 lbs.) |
| Ingress Protection | IP24 |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage/Transport Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
| Operating/Storage/Transport Humidity | 10% to 95%, non-condensing |
| Operating Atmospheric Pressure | 540 mbar to 1060 mbar (540 hPa to 1060 hPa) |
The specifications for the Radius VSM NiBP Module are provided in the Table 1.3-3 below:
| Table 1.3-3 Radius VSM NIBP Module Specifications | |
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| Noninvasive Blood Pressure (NIBP) | Specifications |
| Technical Characteristics | |
| Measured Parameters | Systolic, Diastolic, Pulse Rate |
| Performance Specifications | |
| Pressure Transducer | $\pm$ 3 mmHg |
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| Table 1.3-3 Radius VSM NiBP Module Specifications | |
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| Noninvasive Blood Pressure (NIBP)<br>(Between 0 mmHg and 300 mmHg) | Specifications |
| Blood Pressure | Meets ISO 81060-2 (Mean difference of $\le$ 5 mmHg with a standard deviation of $\le$ 8 mmHg) |
| Interface | |
| Physical | Module Connector |
| Electrical | |
| DC Powered | Radius VSM Module |
| Mechanical | |
| Dimensions | 9.3 cm x 5.5 cm x 2.9 cm (3.66" x 2.17" x 0.86") |
| Weight | 111 g (0.24 lbs.) |
| Ingress Protection | IP22 |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage/Transport Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
| Operating/Storage/Transport Humidity | 10% to 95%, non-condensing |
| Operating Atmospheric Pressure | 540 mbar to 1060 mbar (540 hPa to 1060 hPa) |
#### 2.0 Intended Use/ Indications For Use
The following is the proposed intended use/ indications for use for the Radius VSM and Accessories:
### Radius VSM:
The Radius VSM and accessories are intended to be used as both a wearable multi-parameter patient monitor and an accessory to a multi-parameter patient monitor that is intended for multi-parameter physiological patient monitoring in hospital and healthcare facilities.
The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for the monitoring of hemodynamic (including ECG, arrhythmia detection, non-invasive blood pressure, SpO2, Pulse Rate, PVi, heart rate, and temperature), and respiratory (e.g., impedance, acoustic, and pleth-based respiration rate) physiological parameters along with the orientation and activity of adults.
The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for the non-invasive continuous monitoring of functional oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin (SpO2) and Pulse Rate (PR) of well or poorly perfused adults during both no motion and motion conditions.
The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for continuous monitoring of skin temperature of adults.
The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for monitoring of the orientation and activity of patients including those susceptible to pressure ulcers.
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The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for the continuous non-invasive monitoring of PVI as a measure of relative variability of the photoplethysmograph (pleth) of adults during no motion conditions. PVi may be used as a noninvasive dynamic indicator of fluid responsiveness in select populations of mechanically ventilated adult patients. Accuracy of PVi in predicting fluid responsiveness is variable and influenced by numerous patient, procedure and device related factors. PV i measures the variation in the plethysmography amplitude but does not provide measurements of stroke volume or cardiac output. Fluid management decisions should be based on a complete assessment of the patient's condition and should not be based solely on PVi.
Devices with Masimo technology are only indicated for use with Masimo accessories.
### Radius VSM Accessories:
Radius VSM ECG Electrodes are disposable, single-patient ECG electrodes intended to acquire ECG signals from the surface of the body. They are indicated for use on adults for up to 3 days of skin surface contact.
Radius VSM Blood Pressure Cuffs are accessories intended to be use with a noninvasive blood pressure measurement system to measure blood pressure. They are indicated for use on adults during no motion conditions.
#### 3. Technological Characteristics
#### 3.1 Principles of Operation
The Radius VSM and Accessories provide a wearable, multi-modular patient monitoring platform that allows for the ability to scale and tailor the use of monitoring technologies based upon the hospital's and clinician's assessment of what technologies are appropriate. The Radius VSM and Accessories rely on the principles of operation of the modular monitoring technologies to provide the monitoring performance.
The subsections below describe the principles of operation of the modular monitoring technologies that are supported by Radius VSM.
#### 3.1.1 Masimo SET Pulse Oximetry Optical Measurement Technology (e.g., SpO2, PR, PVi, and RRp)
Radius VSM incorporates Masimo SET pulse oximetry, which is cleared as part of the secondary predicate, Radius-7 (K193242). There have been no changes to the principle of operation from the previous clearance.
Masimo SET pulse oximetry technology still relies on the Beer-Lambert law and the following principle of operation:
- Oxyhemoglobin (oxygenated blood) and deoxyhemoglobin (non-oxygenated blood) differ in their 1. absorption of red and infrared light (spectrophotometry).
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- 2. The amount of arterial blood in tissue changes with your pulse (photoplethysmography). Therefore, the amount of light absorbed by the varying quantities of arterial blood changes as well.
The Pleth Variability Index (PVi) feature provided along with the Masimo SET pulse oximetry technology is the same as it was cleared under K193626. The RRp feature provided along with the Masimo SET pulse oximetry technology is the same it was cleared under K193242.
#### 3.1.2 Acoustic Respiration Rate Technology (RRa)
The Radius VSM incorporates Masimo rainbow Acoustic Monitoring technology, which provides the RRa feature that is cleared as part of the secondary predicate device, Radius-7 (K193242). There have been no changes to the principles of operation from the previous clearance.
#### 3.1.3 Electrocardiography Technology (Arrhythmia Detection, Heart Rate, Respiration Rate)
The optional ECG module that can be connected to the Radius VSM Wearable Monitor, allows for the monitoring of the electrical activity associated with the heart to provide an electrocardiograph (ECG), detection of arrhythmias, heart rate, and respiration rate.
The feature relies on the principle that polarized electrical signals are generated as heart muscles contract to deliver blood through the different parts of the heart and these signals can be detected along the electrical axis at the skin surface. Based upon this principle, the electrical activity can be analyzed to determine normal sinus rhythm or abnormal heart rhythms (Arthythmias). The Heart Rate relies on the same principle to detect the depolarization of the right and left ventricles that make up the heart rate.
The Respiration Rate feature provided by the ECG module relies on the principle that the expansion and contraction of the thoracic cavity as part of respiration cycle can be detected as changes in impedance at the skin surface.
The subject device also includes an "Arrhythmia Relearn" feature, which provides the same function as the "QRS Relearn" feature of the primary predicate device (K200494). Both features allow the system to reset and re-start the detection of Arrhythmias using newly captured ECG data.
#### 3.1.4 Noninvasive Blood Pressure Technology (NiBP)
The optional Non-invasive Blood Pressure (NiBP) module that can be connected to Radius VSM Wearable Monitor allows for the monitoring of systolic and diastolic blood pressure. The blood pressure measurements are based on the oscillometric method, which relies on the principle that the amplitude of the cuff pressure changes can be used to determine arterial blood pressure.
#### 3.1.5 Noninvasive Continuous Thermometer Technology
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The Radius VSM is provided with an optional thermometer feature that is included in the Radius VSM ECG Module. The thermometer is intended to provide the direct temperature measurement of the skin where the Radius VSM ECG Module is applied.
#### 3.1.6 Position Monitoring Technology
The Radius VSM is provided with an optional orientation and activity monitoring technology that is cleared under K191882 as part of the tertiary predicate device. Centroid. There have been no changes to the principles of operation from its clearance. The orientation and activity monitoring still relies on the principle of operation that body rotation and activity can be tracked through an accelerometer and gyroscope by detecting relative displacements caused by changes in body position and movement.
#### 3.2 Mechanism of Action for Achieving the Intended Effect
The subject device, Radius VSM, achieves its intended use through the configuration of the wearable system to add and remove different compatible modular technologies based on the clinician's assessment of what technologies are appropriate.
The Radius VSM Wearable Monitor, like the secondary predicate, (Radius-7, K193242), is the essential part of the wearable system that acquires, displays, and provides the user interface for all the data received from the modular measurement technologies. The Radius VSM Wearable Monitor, which is worn on either arm of the patient, also provides the rechargeable battery that supplies power to the entire wearable system and supports wireless communication of the monitored data to a patient monitor (e.g., Root) or supplemental monitoring system (e.g., Patient SafetyNet). The Radius VSM system is provided with optional Radius VSM ECG and NiBP modules that expand the monitoring capabilities to include ECG, NiBP, temperature, and patient orientation parameters.
To use the ECG features, the Radius VSM ECG module is connected via cable to Radius VSM Wearable Monitor, which establishes power and communication to the Radius VSM ECG module. The Radius VSM ECG Module is in turn connected to disposable ECG electrodes to provide the monitoring of the ECG features. The ECG electrodes are applied to the standard areas on the patient chest to detect the electrical potentials that are processed by the Radius VSM ECG module so that they can be displayed as ECG waveforms on the Radius VSM Wearable Monitor. The ECG data is further processed by the Radius VSM ECG module to determine the heart rate, respiration rate, and any detected arrhythmias, which are also displayed on the Radius VSM Wearable Monitor and optionally transmitted wirelessly to a secondary monitor (e.g., Root) or supplemental monitoring system (e.g., Patient SafetyNet). The Radius VSM ECG module also provides an integrated temperature sensor and accelerator/gyroscope that support the thermometer and orientation/activity features, respectively. The signals gathered from the respective sensors are processed by the Radius VSM ECG module to estimate the skin temperature and track the patient's orientation and activity status. The skin temperature and patient orientation/activity data is then communicated to the Radius VSM Wearable Monitor for display and wireless communication.
To use the NIBP features, the Radius VSM NIBP module is connected via cable to the Radius VSM Wearable Monitor. The Radius VSM NIBP module is in turn connected to the Radius VSM NIBP cuff to allow for the inflation, deflation, and pressure signal detection that is used by the Radius VSM NIBP
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module to determine the Systolic, and Diastolic pressure. This data is then communicated to the Radius VSM Wearable Monitor for display and wireless communication to a secondary monitor (e.g., Root) or supplemental monitoring system (e.g., Patient SafetyNet).
#### 4.0 Summary of Technological Characteristics of the subject device compared to the predicate device
### Similarities and Differences between Primary Predicate and Subject Device
The subject device, Radius VSM, and the primary predicate device, CARESCAPE ONE (K200494), have the following key similarities:
- . Both devices have the same intended use;
- Both devices support multi-parameter physiological monitoring of similar parameters;
- Both devices support the expansion of capabilities through communication to optional measurement modules;
- Both devices include Audible and Visual alarms;
- Both devices provide the ability to be used independently or to be used as accessory to another monitor:
- . Both devices include rechargeable batteries.
The subject device, Radius VSM, and the primary predicate device, CARESCAPE ONE (K200494), have the following key differences:
- · The subject device is wearable;
- · The subject device is only indicated for adult population;
- · The subject device provides position and activity monitoring;
- · The subject device provides respiration rate monitoring using acoustic signals and the variations in the plethysmograph from an SpO2 sensor;
- · The subject device includes the ability to continuously monitor skin temperature;
- · The subject device includes a feature to aggregate the display of respiration rate from different technologies;
Between the subject and the primary predicate device, there is no difference in the intended use in the physiological monitoring of patients. However, the subject device also combines features from multiple predicates with the same intended use into a single device. The combination of the features does not change the intended use in physiological monitoring of patients. Additionally, the subject device has similar technological characteristics that do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness from the predicates.
See Table 4-1 for the comparison between the subject and predicate device.
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| Feature | Radius VSM, Subject Device | GE CARESCAPE ONE, Primary Predicate (K200494) | Masimo Radius-7, Secondary Predicate (K193242) | Masimo Centroid with Root, Tertiary Predicate (K191882) | Comparison to Predicate | |
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| <b>General Information</b> | | | | | | |
| Intended Use/ Indications for Use | The Radius VSM and accessories are intended to be used as both a wearable multi-parameter patient monitor and an accessory to a multi-parameter patient monitor that is intended for multi-parameter physiological patient monitoring in hospital and healthcare facilities.<br><br>The Radius VSM and accessories are indicated for the monitoring of hemodynamic (including ECG, arrhythmia detection, non-invasive blood pressure, SpO2, Pulse Rate, PVi, heart rate, and temperature), and respiratory (e.g., impedance, acoustic, and pleth-based respiration rate) physiological parameters along with the orientation and activity of adults. | The CARESCAPE ONE is both a multi-parameter physiological patient monitor and an accessory to a multi-parameter patient monitor intended for use in multiple areas and intra-hospital transport within a professional healthcare facility.<br><br>The CARESCAPE ONE is indicated for the monitoring of hemodynamic (including ECG, ST segment, arrhythmia detection, invasive pressure, non-invasive blood pressure, SpO2, pulse rate, and temperature), and respiratory (impedance respiration and CO2 airway gas) physiological parameters.<br><br>The CARESCAPE ONE can | Masimo Radius-7 Wearable Pulse Oximeter and Accessories are indicated for the continuous non-invasive monitoring of functional oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin (SpO2), pulse rate, and/or respiratory rate (RRa).<br><br>The Masimo Radius-7 Wearable Pulse Oximeter and accessories are indicated for use with adult, and pediatric patients during both no motion and motion conditions, and for patients who are well or poorly perfused in | The Centroid System is intended for monitoring the orientation and activity of patients.<br><br>The Centroid System is intended to provide alerts when patient orientation or activity deviates from parameters set by healthcare providers.<br><br>The Centroid System is indicated for monitoring the orientation and activity of patients including those susceptible to pressure ulcers.<br><br>The Centroid System is intended for use in | The subject and primary predicate device have the same intended use; however the subject device also includes features of the Secondary and Tertiary Predicates.<br><br>There is a difference in the indications from the primary predicate because the subject device combines the features from a secondary and tertiary predicate that have the same intended use in physiological monitoring patients. The added features do not result in a different intended use for physiological monitoring. | |
| Table 4-1 Comparison between Subject and Predicate Devices | | | | | | |
| Feature | Radius VSM,<br>Subject Device | GE CARESCAPE ONE,<br>Primary Predicate<br>(K200494) | Masimo Radius-7,<br>Secondary Predicate<br>(K193242) | Masimo Centroid with<br>Root,<br>Tertiary Predicate<br>(K191882) | Comparison to Predicate | |
| | The Radius VSM and accessories<br>are indicated for the non-invasive<br>continuous monitoring of<br>functional oxygen saturation of<br>arterial hemoglobin (SpO2) and<br>Pulse Rate (PR) of well or poorly<br>perfused adults during both no<br>motion and motion conditions.<br><br>The Radius VSM and accessories<br>are indicated for continuous<br>monitoring of skin temperature<br>of adults.<br><br>The Radius VSM and accessories<br>are indicated for monitoring of<br>the orientation and activity of<br>patients including those<br>susceptible to pressure ulcers.<br><br>The Radius VSM and accessories<br>are indicated for the continuous<br>non-invasive monitoring of PVi<br>as a measure of relative | be used as a standalone<br>monitor. In this mode of<br>operation, the CARESCAPE<br>ONE provides ECG, ST<br>segment, arrhythmia<br>detection, invasive pressure,<br>non-invasive blood pressure,<br>SpO2, pulse rate, temperature,<br>impedance respiration, and<br>CO2 airway gas parameter<br>acquisition and monitoring.<br><br>The CARESCAPE ONE can<br>be connected as an accessory<br>to a compatible CARESCAPE<br>monitor. In this mode of<br>operation, the CARESCAPE<br>ONE provides ECG, ST<br>segment, arrhythmia<br>detection, invasive pressure,<br>non-invasive blood pressure,<br>SpO2, pulse rate, temperature,<br>impedance respiration, and<br>CO2 airway gas parameter | hospitals, and hospital-<br>type facilities. | hospitals, hospital-type<br>facilities, and healthcare<br>facilities.<br><br>The Centroid System is<br>also indicated for the<br>measurement of<br>respiration rate of adults<br>in healthcare<br>environments. | | |
| Table 4-1 Comparison between Subject and Predicate Devices | | | | | | |
| Feature | Radius VSM,<br>Subject Device | GE CARESCAPE ONE,<br>Primary Predicate<br>(K200494) | Masimo Radius-7,<br>Secondary Predicate<br>(K193242) | Masimo Centroid with<br>Root,<br>Tertiary Predicate<br>(K191882) | Comparison to Predicate | |
| | variability of the<br>photoplethysmograph (pleth) of<br>adults during no motion<br>conditions. | acquisition. Visual and<br>audible alarms, user controls,<br>and user interface on the<br>CARESCAPE ONE are not<br>active in this mode. | | | | |
| | PVi may be used as a<br>noninvasive dynamic indicator of<br>fluid responsiveness in select<br>populations of mechanically<br>ventilated adult patients.<br>Accuracy of PVi in predicting<br>fluid responsiveness is variable<br>and influenced by numerous<br>patient, procedure and device<br>related factors. PVi measures the<br>variation in the plethysmography<br>amplitude but does not provide<br>measurements of stroke volume<br>or cardiac output. Fluid<br>management decisions should be<br>based on a complete assessment<br>of the patient's condition and<br>should not be based solely on<br>PVi | The CARESCAPE ONE is<br>indicated for use on adult,<br>pediatric, and neonatal<br>patients and on one patient at<br>a time.<br><br>The CARESCAPE ONE is<br>indicated for use under the<br>direct supervision of a<br>licensed healthcare<br>practitioner, or by personnel<br>trained in the proper use of<br>the equipment in a<br>professional healthcare<br>facility.<br><br>Contraindications for using | | | | |
| | | CARESCAPE ONE: The | |…
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Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
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Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
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Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
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