K231380 · Vyaire Medical, Inc. · BTT · Aug 10, 2023 · Anesthesiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K231380
Device Name
AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System
Applicant
Vyaire Medical, Inc.
Product Code
BTT · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
Aug 10, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.5450
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System is intended to add moisture and warmth to breathing gases administered to patients that require assistance breathing or mucosal humidification. Gases that are available for medical use do not contain sufficient moisture and may damage or irritate the respiratory tract.
Device Story
AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System delivers heated, humidified breathing gases to patients undergoing mechanical ventilation, NIV, or high-flow oxygen therapy. System comprises a heated humidifier unit, humidification chamber, and heated-wire breathing circuits (neonate, pediatric, adult, and adult NIV). Humidifier heats and humidifies gas; chamber holds water; resistance wires in tubing maintain temperature and humidity to prevent condensation and heat loss. Used in professional healthcare environments (hospitals, subacute care) by trained personnel. Output is conditioned gas delivered to patient airway; helps prevent respiratory tract damage/irritation and secretion desiccation. Device is non-sterile and reusable (humidifier) or single-use (chamber/circuits).
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence is supported by non-clinical performance testing, including electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2), usability (IEC 60601-1-6, IEC 62366-1), and extensive biocompatibility testing (ISO 10993 series and ISO 18562 series) for breathing gas pathways.
Technological Characteristics
Heated humidifier with reusable temperature probes, heated wire adapters, and power cord. Includes humidification chamber and heated-wire circuits (neonate, pediatric, adult). Operates via resistance wires in tubing to maintain temperature/humidity. Complies with ISO 80601-2-74, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-8, ISO 5356-1, and ISO 5367. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993 and ISO 18562. Software life cycle per IEC 62304.
Indications for Use
Indicated for neonates, infants, children, and adults (0.5kg to >30kg) requiring mechanical ventilation, positive pressure breathing, or general medical gases. Used for flow rates >1 LPM (neonate), >2 LPM (pediatric), >3 LPM (adult), and >5 LPM (adult NIV).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A respiratory gas humidifier is a device that is intended to add moisture to, and sometimes to warm, the breathing gases for administration to a patient. Cascade, gas, heated, and prefilled humidifiers are included in this generic type of device.
Predicate Devices
MR850 Respiratory Humidifier, Model MR850JHU (K033710)
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August 10, 2023
Vyaire Medical, Inc. Megan Walsh Manager, Regulatory Affairs 26125 N. Riverwoods Blvd. Mettawa, Illinois 60045
Re: K231380
Trade/Device Name: AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5450 Regulation Name: Respiratory Gas Humidifier Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: BTT, BZE Dated: May 12, 2023 Received: May 12, 2023
Dear Megan Walsh:
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.
# Ethan L. Nyberg -S
Ethan Nyberg, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT1C: Division of Sleep Disordered Breathing, Respiratory and Anesthesia Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT and Dental 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) K231380
Device Name AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Heated Humidifier is intended to add moisture to, and warm, the breathing gases for administration to a patient. Gases available for medical use do not contain sufficient moisture and may damage or irritate the respiratory tract, or desiccate secretions of patients whose supraglottic airways have been bypassed. This product is non-sterile, reusable, and intended to be used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification Chamber is intended to hold water required to humidify breathing gases delivered to patients ranging from neonates to adults using a heated humidifier. The product is a single use device, nonsterile, and used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Neonate Heated-Wire Circuits are intended to deliver and warm breathing gases before they enter the patient's airway. The Neonate Heated-Wire Circuits are used with a pediatric population, specifically the neonate (birth to 28 days) and infant (29 days to 2 years) pediatric subgroups with an ideal body weight of 0.5 to 8kg that requires mechanical ventilation, positive pressure breathing or general medical gases, respectively. The Neonate Heated-Wire Circuits are used for flow rates greater than 1 LPM. The product is single patient use, non-sterile, and used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Pediatric Heated-Wire Circuits are intended to deliver and warm breathing gases before they enter the patient's airway. The Pediatric Heated-Wire Circuits are used with the pediation, specifically infant (29 days to 2 years) and children (2 years) with an ideal body weight of 6 to 42kg that requires mechanical ventilation, positive pressure breathing or general medical gases, respectively. The Pediatric Heated-Wire Circuits are used for flow rates greater than 2 LPM. The product is single use, non-sterile, and used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Adult Heated-Wire Circuits are intended to deliver and warm breathing gases before they enter the patient's airway. The Adult Heated-Wire Circuits are used with the adult population and pediation, specifically those with an ideal body weight of 30kg or above, that requires mechanical ventilation, positive pressure breathing or general medical gases, respectively. The Adult Heated-Wire Circuits are used for flow rates greater than 3 LPM. The product is single-use, non-sterile, and used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Adult Heated-Wire NIV Circuit is intended to deliver and warm breathing gases before they enter the patient's airway. The Adult Heated-Wire NV Circuit is used with the spontaneously breathing adult population (>21 years), specifically those with an ideal body weight of 30kg or above, that benefit from high flow therapy. The Adult Heated-Wire NIV Circuits are used for flow rates greater than 5 LPM. The product is single-use, non-sterile, and used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
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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# 510(k) Summary AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System
Date Prepared: August 8, 2023
This summary of 510(k) information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR §807.92.
- Submitter (21 CFR §807.92(a)(1)) l. Vyaire Medical, Inc. 26125 N. Riverwoods Blvd. Mettawa, IL 60045 USA Applicant: Aaron Lynch Title: Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist aaron.lynch@vyaire.com Email: Official Correspondent: Megan Walsh Title: Manager, Regulatory Affairs Email: megan.walsh@vyaire.com II. Device Information (21 CFR §807.92(a)(2)) Device Name: AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System Proprietary Name: AirLife DuoTherm™ Device Classification: Class II Primary Product Code: BTT Regulation: Regulation Name:
21 CFR §868.5450 Respiratory gas humidifier 73 – Anesthesiology Humidifier
Secondary Product Code: Common Name:
Review Panel:
Common Name:
BZE Heated Breathing Circuits
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#### III. Primary Predicate Device and Reference Device Information (21 CFR §807.92(a)(3))
| Primary Predicate Device | | |
|-------------------------------------------------------|---------------|--------------------|
| Device Name | 510(k) Number | Decision Date |
| MR850 Respiratory Humidifier, Model MR850JHU | K033710 | April 13, 2004 |
| Reference Devices | | |
| Device Name | 510(k) Number | Decision Date |
| MODELS MR700/MR720/MR730 DUAL SERVO<br>RESP HUMID ACC | K913368 | January 13, 1992 |
| AirLife™ Autofill Humidification Chamber | K160764 | August 25, 2016 |
| AirLife™ Adult Heated Wire Circuit | K153234 | July 7, 2016 |
| AirLife™ Adult Heated Wire BiPAP/NIV Circuit | K170378 | September 14, 2017 |
| AirLife™ Infant Heated Wire Circuit | K151303 | January 21, 2016 |
#### IV. Device Description (21 CFR §807.92(a)(4))
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System is used to deliver heated, humidified breathing gases to a patient's airway when he/she is mechanically ventilated, receiving continuous noninvasive (NIV) positive airway pressure or high-flow oxygen therapy. The system is intended for use in a standard hospital or professional health care environment.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System consists of:
- A heated humidifier, which includes reusable temperature probes, heated wire adapters, and a power cord,
- A humidification chamber, and
- . Heated wire circuits, which include neonate, pediatric, and adult single and dual limb circuits, as well as an adult heated wire NIV circuit.
#### V. Intended Use (21 CFR §807.92(a)(5))
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System is intended to add moisture and warmth to breathing gases administered to patients that require assistance breathing or mucosal humidification. Gases that are available for medical use do not contain sufficient moisture and may damage or irritate the respiratory tract.
## Indications for Use:
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Heated Humidifier is intended to add moisture to, and to warm, the breathing gases for administration to a patient. Gases available for medical use do not contain sufficient moisture and may damage or irritate the respiratory tract, or desiccate secretions of
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patients whose supraglottic airways have been bypassed. This product is non-sterile, reusable, and intended to be used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification Chamber is intended to hold water required to humidify breathing gases delivered to patients ranging from neonates to adults using a heated humidifier. The product is a single-use device, non-sterile, and used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Neonate Heated-Wire Circuits are intended to deliver and warm breathing gases before they enter the patient's airway. The Neonate Heated-Wire Circuits are used with a pediatric population, specifically the neonate (birth to 28 days) and infant (29 days to 2 years) pediatric subgroups with an ideal body weight of 0.5 to 8kg that requires mechanical ventilation, positive pressure breathing or general medical gases, respectively. The Neonate Heated-Wire Circuits are used for flow rates greater than 1 LPM. The product is single patient use, non-sterile, and used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Pediatric Heated-Wire Circuits are intended to deliver and warm breathing gases before they enter the patient's airway. The Pediatric Heated-Wire Circuits are used with the pediatric patient population, specifically infant (29 days to 2 years) and children (2 years to 12 years) with an ideal body weight of 6 to 42kg that requires mechanical ventilation, positive pressure breathing or general medical gases, respectively. The Pediatric Heated-Wire Circuits are used for flow rates greater than 2 LPM. The product is single-use, non-sterile, and used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Adult Heated-Wire Circuits are intended to deliver and warm breathing gases before they enter the patient's airway. The Adult Heated-Wire Circuits are used with the adult population and pediatric population, specifically those with an ideal body weight of 30kg or above, that requires mechanical ventilation, positive pressure breathing or general medical gases, respectively. The Adult Heated-Wire Circuits are used for flow rates greater than 3 LPM. The product is single-use, non-sterile, and used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Adult Heated-Wire NIV Circuit is intended to deliver and warm breathing gases before they enter the patient's airway. The Adult Heated-Wire NIV Circuit is used with the spontaneously breathing adult population (>21 years), specifically those with an ideal body weight of 30kg or above, that benefit from high flow therapy. The Adult Heated-Wire NIV Circuits are used for flow rates greater than 5 LPM. The product is single-use, non-sterile, and used in professional healthcare environments under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
#### VI. Summary of Substantial Equivalence (21 CFR §807.92(a)(6))
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See below for a device comparison table for the AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System, which compares the system (subject device) to its primary predicate device (MR850 Heated Humidifier, K033710) and reference device (MR730 Heated Humidifier, K913368) with respect to intended use, technological characteristics, and principles of operation, providing more detailed information regarding the basis for the determination of substantial equivalence.
## Device Comparison Table – AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System
| | Subject Device | Primary Predicate<br>Device | Reference Device | Comparison |
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| | AirLife<br>DuoTherm™<br>Humidification<br>System | MR850 Heated<br>Humidifier | MR730 Heated<br>Humidifier | |
| | Manufacturer:<br>Vyaire Medical, Inc. | Manufacturer:<br>Fisher & Paykel<br>Healthcare, Ltd.<br>(K033710) | Manufacturer:<br>Fisher & Paykel<br>Electronics, Ltd.<br>(K913368) | |
| | AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System | | | |
| Intended Use | The AirLife<br>DuoTherm™<br>Humidification<br>System is intended<br>to add moisture<br>and warmth to<br>breathing gases<br>administered to<br>patients that<br>require assistance<br>breathing or<br>mucosal<br>humidification.<br>Gases that are<br>available for<br>medical use do not<br>contain sufficient<br>moisture and may<br>damage or irritate<br>the respiratory<br>tract. | The MR850<br>humidifier is<br>intended to add<br>moisture to, and<br>to warm, the<br>breathing gases<br>for administration<br>to a patient. Gases<br>available for<br>medical use do not<br>contain sufficient<br>moisture and may<br>damage or irritate<br>the respiratory<br>tract, or desiccate<br>secretions of<br>patients whose<br>supraglottic<br>airways have been<br>bypassed. | Not published on<br>the FDA website | The subject device<br>is similar to the<br>primary predicate<br>device cleared<br>under K033710.<br>Both are intended<br>to add moisture<br>and warmth to<br>breathing gases<br>administered to<br>patients.<br><br>Verbiage<br>differences<br>between the<br>intended use of<br>the subject device<br>and the primary<br>predicate device<br>are only cosmetic<br>in nature.<br><br>These differences<br>have no impact to |
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| | Subject Device | Primary Predicate Device | Reference Device | Comparison |
| | AirLife<br>DuoTherm™<br>Humidification<br>System | MR850 Heated<br>Humidifier | MR730 Heated<br>Humidifier | |
| | Manufacturer:<br>Vyaire Medical, Inc. | Manufacturer:<br>Fisher & Paykel<br>Healthcare, Ltd.<br>(K033710) | Manufacturer:<br>Fisher & Paykel<br>Electronics, Ltd.<br>(K913368) | |
| | AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System | | | safety and<br>effectiveness. |
| Principle of<br>Operation | The AirLife<br>DuoTherm™<br>Heated Humidifier<br>heats and<br>humidifies<br>respiratory gases<br>that are delivered<br>to patients via<br>mechanical<br>ventilation, the<br>trachea with<br>assisted, positive<br>air pressure, or a<br>nose and/or face<br>mask. | Heat is used to<br>provide<br>evaporated water<br>content to dry<br>breathing gases.<br>Heated or<br>unheated<br>breathing tubes<br>can be used to<br>deliver the<br>humidified gas to<br>the patient.<br>Heated breathing<br>tubes increase<br>operating<br>efficiency and<br>reduce excessive<br>water and heat<br>loss. | Not available | The subject device<br>is similar to the<br>primary predicate<br>device cleared<br>under K033710.<br>Both heat and<br>humidify<br>respiratory gases<br>that are delivered<br>to patients. |
| | The AirLife<br>DuoTherm™<br>Humidification<br>Chamber fits to<br>the heated<br>humidifier and<br>holds the water<br>required to<br>humidify the<br>breathing gases<br>that are delivered<br>to patients. | The chamber<br>slides onto the<br>heater plate and<br>contains the water<br>supply for adding<br>humidity to<br>breathing gases. | | Verbiage<br>differences<br>between principle<br>of operation of the<br>subject device and<br>the primary<br>predicate device<br>are only cosmetic<br>in nature. |
| | Resistance wires<br>within the tubing | Resistance wires<br>within the tubing<br>generate heat to | | These differences<br>have no impact to<br>safety and<br>effectiveness. |
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| K2313 | | 380 | | |
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| | Subject Device<br>AirLife<br>DuoTherm™<br>Humidification<br>System | Primary Predicate<br>Device<br>MR850 Heated<br>Humidifier | Reference Device<br>MR730 Heated<br>Humidifier | Comparison |
| | Manufacturer:<br>Vyaire Medical,<br>Inc. | Manufacturer:<br>Fisher & Paykel<br>Healthcare, Ltd.<br>(K033710) | Manufacturer:<br>Fisher & Paykel<br>Electronics, Ltd.<br>(K913368) | |
| | | AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System | | |
| | maintain<br>temperature and<br>humidity. | temperature and<br>humidity. | | |
| Patient<br>Population | IDENTICAL TO<br>K033710 | Neonates to<br>Adults | Not available | The subject device<br>is identical to the<br>primary predicate<br>device cleared<br>under K033710. |
| Use<br>Environment | Hospital, subacute<br>care facilities and<br>intra-hospital<br>transfer by trained<br>personnel | Hospital intensive<br>care units by<br>trained personnel | Hospital use by<br>trained personnel | The subject device<br>is similar to the<br>primary predicate<br>device and<br>reference device<br>cleared under<br>K033710 and<br>K913368,<br>respectively. All<br>are intended to be<br>used in a<br>professional<br>healthcare facility.<br>Verbiage<br>differences in use<br>environment<br>between the<br>subject device and<br>the primary<br>predicate and<br>reference devices<br>have no impact to<br>safety and<br>effectiveness. |
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| | Subject Device | Primary Predicate | Reference Device | Comparison |
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| | AirLife | Device | MR730 Heated | |
| | DuoTherm™ | MR850 Heated | Humidifier | |
| | Humidification | Humidifier | | |
| | System | | Manufacturer: | |
| | | Manufacturer: | Fisher & Paykel | |
| | Manufacturer: | Fisher & Paykel | Electronics, Ltd. | |
| | Vyaire Medical, | Healthcare, Ltd. | (K913368) | |
| | Inc. | (K033710) | | |
| | AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System | | | |
| System<br>Components<br>(Comparison<br>on Subsequent<br>Pages) | IDENTICAL to<br>K033710 &<br>K913368 | Heated humidifier<br>(electrical<br>adapters and<br>temperature/flow<br>probes),<br>humidification<br>chamber, and<br>breathing circuits<br>(multiple<br>configurations) | Heated humidifier<br>(electrical<br>adapters and<br>temperature/flow<br>probes),<br>humidification<br>chamber, and<br>breathing circuits<br>(multiple<br>configurations) | The subject device<br>is identical to the<br>primary predicate<br>device and the<br>reference device<br>cleared under<br>K033710 and<br>K913368,<br>respectively. |
#### VII. Performance Testing (21 CFR §807.92(b)(1))
The subject device was designed and tested in accordance with the consensus standards listed below:
#### . Non-clinical Performance Testing
| Standard | Description |
|-----------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| ISO 80601-2-74:2017 | Medical electrical equipment – Part 2-74: Particular requirements for basic<br>safety and essential performance of respiratory humidifying equipment |
| IEC 60601-1:2012 | Medical electrical equipment – Part 1: General requirements for basic<br>safety and essential performance |
| IEC 60601-1-2:2014 | Medical electrical equipment – Part 1-2: General requirements for basic<br>safety and essential performance – Collateral standard: Electromagnetic<br>disturbances – Requirements and tests |
| IEC TR 60601-4-2 | Medical electrical equipment – Part 4-2: Guidance and interpretation –<br>Electromagnetic immunity: Performance of medical electrical equipment<br>and medical electrical systems |
| IEC 60601-1-6:2013-10 | Medical electrical equipment – Part 1-6: General requirements for basic<br>safety and essential performance – Collateral standard: Usability |
| IEC 60601-1-8:2012 | Medical electrical equipment – Part 1-8: General requirements for basic<br>safety and essential performance – Collateral standard: General |
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| | requirements, tests and guidance for alarm systems in medical electrical<br>equipment and medical electrical systems |
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| IEC 62366-1:2015 | Medical devices ">– Part 1: Application of usability engineering to medical |
| | devices |
| IEC 62304:2015 | Medical device software – Software life cycle processes |
| ISO 5356-1:2015 | Anaesthetic and respiratory equipment – Conical connectors – Part 1: |
| | Cones and sockets |
| ISO 5367:2014 | Anaesthetic and respiratory equipment – Breathing sets and connectors |
#### Biocompatibility ●
| Standard | Description |
|------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| ISO 18562-1:2017 | Biocompatibility evaluation of breathing gas pathways in healthcare<br>applications – Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management<br>process |
| ISO 18562-2:2017 | Biocompatibility evaluation of breathing gas pathways in healthcare<br>applications - Part 2: Tests for emissions of particulate matter |
| ISO 18562-3:2017 | Biocompatibility evaluation of breathing gas pathways in healthcare<br>applications – Part 3: Tests for emissions of volatile organic compounds |
| ISO 18562-4:2017 | Biocompatibility evaluation of breathing gas pathways in healthcare<br>applications – Part 4: Tests for leachables in condensate |
| ISO 10993-1:2018 | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 1: Evaluation and testing<br>within a risk management process |
| ISO 10993-3:2014 | Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 3: Tests for genotoxicity,<br>carcinogenicity and reproductive toxicity |
| ISO 10993-5:2009 | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 5: Tests for in vitro<br>cytotoxicity |
| ISO 10993-10:2021 | Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 10: Tests for skin<br>sensitization |
| ISO 10993-11:2017 | Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 11: Tests for systemic<br>toxicity |
| ISO 10993-12:2021 | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 12: Sample preparation and<br>reference materials |
| ISO 10993-17:2002 | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 17: Establishment of<br>allowable limits for leachable substances |
| ISO 10993-17:2022<br>(draft) | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 17: Establishment of<br>allowable limits for leachable substances (draft) |
| ISO 10993-18:2020 | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 18: Chemical<br>characterization of medical device materials within a risk management<br>process |
| ISO 10993-23:2021 | Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 23: Tests for irritation |
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| ISO 21726:2019 | Biological evaluation of medical devices – Application of the threshold of toxicological concern (TTC) for assessing biocompatibility of medical device constituents |
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- Clinical Performance Data (21 CFR §807.92(b)(2)): There was no clinical testing required to . support the AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System, as the intended use and indications for use are equivalent to the primary predicate and reference devices. These types of devices, including the primary predicate device, have been on the market with a proven safety and efficacy record for the use of the device. The non-clinical testing detailed in this submission supports the substantial equivalence of the AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System, and its safety and effectiveness.
#### VIII. Substantial Equivalence Conclusion (21 CFR §807.92(b)(2))
The AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System is substantially equivalent in intended use and fundamental scientific technology to the following legally marketed device in commercial distribution: MR850 Heated Humidifier (K033710). The AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System met all specified criteria and did not raise new safety and/or effectiveness questions. The substantial equivalence of the subject device is based on similar indications for use, fundamental technology, including design, and operational principles. Based on the similarities to the primary predicate device, reference devices, and performance data, the AirLife DuoTherm™ Humidification System is substantially equivalent to its primary predicate device (K033710) and reference devices.
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Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
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.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
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.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
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.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
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.
Try it yourself
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.