The Ivy Biomedical RT Carbon ECG Leads are intended for use in X-ray imaging environments. They connect between ECG electrodes that are placed on the patient by a trained healthcare professional and an ECC trunk cable that connects to the ECG monitoring device. The RT Carbon ECG Leads are reusable and nonsterile. The RT Carbon ECG Leads are intended for adult, pediatric and neonatal patient populations.
Device Story
RT Carbon ECG Leads are reusable, non-sterile, 3 or 4-lead sets designed for use in X-ray imaging environments. They function as an interface between patient-applied ECG electrodes and an ECG trunk cable connected to a monitoring device (e.g., Ivy CTM series). Operated by trained healthcare professionals, the leads transmit electrical cardiac signals from the patient to the monitor. The device is non-magnetic and RF-shielded to ensure compatibility with X-ray environments. By providing a reliable connection for ECG monitoring during imaging procedures, the leads enable continuous cardiac observation, assisting clinicians in patient management and safety during diagnostic scans.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data or animal studies were performed. Safety and effectiveness were established through bench testing, including biocompatibility (cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation, systemic toxicity, pyrogen testing) and hardware verification/validation (flex life, tensile strength, connector mating/unmating, resistance, and dielectric withstand voltage) in accordance with EC53 standards.
Technological Characteristics
Non-magnetic, RF-shielded carbon lead set; 3 or 4-lead configuration; 24", 30", and 36" lengths. Features EC53-compliant connectors and grabber clip leads. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1 for limited exposure (<24 hours). Reusable, non-sterile.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients requiring ECG monitoring in X-ray imaging environments.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A patient transducer and electrode cable (including connector) is an electrical conductor used to transmit signals from, or power or excitation signals to, patient-connected electrodes or transducers.
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September 13, 2024
Ivy Biomedical Systems, Inc. Felicia Piel Vice President, QA/RA 11 Business Park Drive Branford, Connecticut 06405
Re: K240087
Trade/Device Name: RT Carbon ECG Leads Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2900 Regulation Name: Patient Transducer And Electrode Cable (Including Connector) Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DSA, DRX Dated: August 16, 2024 Received: August 16, 2024
Dear Felicia Piel:
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 (the 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 available 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,
# Jennifer W. Shih -S
Jennifer Kozen Assistant Director Division of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Diagnostics, and Monitoring Devices Office of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K240087
Device Name RT Carbon ECG Leads
### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Ivy Biomedical RT Carbon ECG Leads are intended for use in X-ray imaging environments. They connect between ECG electrodes that are placed on the patient by a trained healthcare professional and an ECC trunk cable that connects to the ECG monitoring device. The RT Carbon ECG Leads are reusable and nonsterile. The RT Carbon ECG Leads are intended for adult, pediatric and neonatal patient populations.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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| <div style="display:flex; align-items:center;"><span style="font-size:16px;">\[x]</span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)</div> | <div style="display:flex; align-items:center;"><span style="font-size:16px;">\[ ]</span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)</div> |
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## 510(k) SUMMARY
#### 1 Applicant
Ivy Biomedical Systems, Inc. 11 Business Park Drive Branford, CT 06405 Phone: (203) 481-4183 Fax: (203) 481- 8734
#### ನ Primary Contact
Felicia Piel Vice President, QA/RA Direct: (203) 643-9933 felicia.piel@ivybiomedical.com
#### 3 Preparation Date: November 7th, 2023
#### 4 Device Name
| Proprietary Name: | RT Carbon ECG Leads |
|--------------------|---------------------|
| Common/Usual Name: | RT Carbon ECG Leads |
#### 5 Device Classification
| Establishment Registration Number: | 1221108 |
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| Classification Name: | Patient transducer and electrode cable (including connector) |
| Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR 870.2900 |
| Device Classification: | Class II |
| Product Code: | DSA |
#### 6 Device Description
The RT Carbon ECG Leads are intended to connect electrodes placed on the patient to a physiological detection module or monitor (CTM-300, CTM-400, CTM-500, 7000 Series and 3000 Series). The design includes 3 and 4 lead designs with overall lengths of 24", 30" and 36".
#### 7 Intended Use
The Ivy Biomedical RT Carbon ECG Leads are intended for use in X-ray imaging environments. They connect between ECG electrodes that are placed on the patient by a trained healthcare professional and an ECG trunk cable that connects to the ECG monitoring device. The RT Carbon ECG Leads are reusable and nonsterile. The RT
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carbon ECG Leads are intended for adult, pediatric and neonatal patient populations.
#### Predicate Device 8
| Predicate | Clearance 510(k) |
|---------------------------------|------------------|
| Vital Connections Stealthshield | [K970755] |
#### 9 Technical Characteristics
The RT Carbon ECG Leads have the same technical characteristics as the predicate Vital Connections Stealthshield [K970755]. It is a 3 or 4 lead, non-magnetic, carbon lead set.
The RT Carbon ECG Lead sets primary differences from the predicate are listed below:
- The Stealthshield [K970755] is sold in a 40" variation
## 10 Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device
ECG monitoring is the technological principle for both the subject and the predicate devices. At a high level, the subject and predicate devices are based on the following same technological elements:
- Connect to ECG electrodes
- Intended for use in X-ray imaging environments ●
- Shieleded ECG Plug EC53 compliant connector ●
- Grabber clip leads ●
- RF shielded ●
- 3 or 4 lead wires
## 11 Performance Data
## a. Biocompatibility Testing
The biocompatibility evaluation for the RT Carbon ECG Leads was conducted in accordance with the FDA Blue Book Memorandum #G95-1 "Use of International Standard ISO-10993, 'Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part I: Evaluation and Testing'" May 1, 1995, and Internation Standard ISO 10993-1 "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part I: Evaluation and Testing Within a Risk Management Process," as recognized by the FDA. This includes the following tests:
- Cytotoxicity ●
- Sensitization ●
- Irritation ●
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- Systemic Toxicity ●
- Pyrogen Testing .
The Ivy Biomedical RT Carbon ECG Lead Wires categorization by duration of contact under section 5.3 is Limited Exposure (A). The use of the RT Carbon ECG Leads during prep and scan is limited and less than 24 hours.
## b. Performance Testing
The RT Carbon ECG Leads were assessed, thoroughly tested from design requirements through device verification and validation testing as required by 21 CFR 870.2900. The following bench testing was completed at Ivy in accordance to EC53:
- Patient Leadwire to Trunk Cable Interconnection ●
- Flex life
- Tensile strength ●
- Connector mating/unmating cycles ●
- Connector retention force ●
- Contact resistance ●
- Leadwire resistance ●
- Dielectric withstand voltage .
## 12 Animal Study
Animal studies were not performed.
## 13 Clinical Test Conclusion
Clinical trials were not performed.
## 14 Non-Clinical Test Conclusion
The performance data support the safety of the device and hardware verification and validation demonstrate that the RT Carbon ECG Leads should perform as intended in the specified use conditions and is substantially equivalent to the predicate.
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