FUKADA DENSHI DYNASCOPE MODEL DS-5300 PATIENT MONITOR
K964187 · Fukuda Denshi USA, Inc. · DSI · May 1, 1997 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K964187
Device Name
FUKADA DENSHI DYNASCOPE MODEL DS-5300 PATIENT MONITOR
Applicant
Fukuda Denshi USA, Inc.
Product Code
DSI · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
May 1, 1997
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1025
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Fukuda Denshi model DS-5300 Patient Monitor provides a simple and reliable method to display and document the continuous hemodynamic, cardiovascular observations that are typically required of critically ill patients. These patients; neonate, pediatric, and adult; may be located in a hospital ICU, CCU, OR, ER, recovery, or other critical care unit. The DS-5300 can also be used to follow patients whose treatment requires close observation of specific physiological parameters. These patients may be in a clinic or other healthcare environment under the care of a physician. Parameters such as ECG, respiration, non-invasive or invasive blood pressures, temperature, pulse oximetry, and cardiac output may be monitored individually or in any grouping required by the clinician. This device is not intended for home use.
Device Story
DS-5300 is a modular bedside patient monitor for continuous hemodynamic/cardiovascular observation; used in ICU, CCU, OR, ER, or clinics by clinicians. Inputs include physiological signals (ECG, respiration, blood pressure, temperature, pulse oximetry, cardiac output) via plug-in modules. System uses RISC microprocessors to process signals; displays waveforms, numeric, and trend data on a 9.4-inch TFT color LCD with analog touch screen. Output includes visual/audible alarms and printed reports. Data transfer via PCMCIA cards; Ethernet connectivity supported. Device aids clinical decision-making by providing real-time patient status and alerts. Benefits include reliable, continuous monitoring of critically ill patients to facilitate timely intervention.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Validation included environmental testing per FDA guidance, electrical safety (ANSI/AAMI ES1-1993), ECG performance (ANSI/AAMI EC11-1991, EC13-1992), non-invasive blood pressure (ANSI/AAMI SP10-1992), and arrhythmia/ST level detection (AAMI ECAR-1987). Pulse oximetry testing followed Nellcor Puritan Bennett protocols. Hazard analysis and software validation were performed.
Technological Characteristics
Die-cast aluminum body (fanless); 9.4-inch TFT color LCD with analog touch screen; RISC microprocessors; modular input architecture; PCMCIA interface for data/updates; Ethernet LAN connectivity. Pulse oximetry licensed from Nellcor Puritan Bennett. Complies with UL 601, CSA 22.2, and AAMI standards.
Indications for Use
Indicated for neonate, pediatric, and adult patients in hospital critical care units (ICU, CCU, OR, ER, recovery) or clinical environments requiring continuous hemodynamic and cardiovascular monitoring.
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.
Predicate Devices
FUKUDA DENSHI model DS-3300 Patient Monitor (K894628)
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# 510(k) Summary
## Fukuda Denshi model DS-5300
### Patient Monitor
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR part 807.92.
The assigned 510(k) number is : K964187. MAY - 1 1997
## Submitter:
FUKUDA DENSHI AMERICA CORP.
17725 NE 65th St., Bldg C
Redmond WA 98052
Tel: 206/881-7737
Fax: 206/869-2018
## Contact Person:
David J. Geraghty
Regulatory Affairs Manager
FUKUDA DENSHI AMERICA CORP.
17725 NE 65th St., Bldg C
Redmond WA 98052
Tel: 206/881-7737
Fax: 206/869-2018
## Date Prepared:
September 20, 1996
## Device Name:
## Proprietary Name:
model DS-5300 Patient Monitor
## Common Name:
Patient Monitor
## Classification Name:
Arrhythmia detector and alarm
## Legally Marketed Device:
FUKUDA DENSHI model DS-3300 Patient Monitor, 510(k) number K894628. (Also references FUKUDA DENSHI model HB-310, 510(k) number K901889, and FUKUDA DENSHI model HG-302, 510(k) number K945464. These models added additional features to the DS-3300)
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# Description:
## System
The DS-5300 Patient Monitor System is meant to acquire and monitor physiological signals from patients located within a healthcare facility. The system is designed to be used in an ICU, CCU, OR, ER, or Recovery areas of a hospital or clinic. Patient ages from neonates to adults can all be monitored. Waveforms, numeric, and trend data from these patients are available to the clinician on the system’s display or it may be printed on the system’s recorder.
The basic system consists of the main control unit, the display unit and the input box connected to the main unit via fiber optic cable to reduce electrical artifact and noise.
The main body of the system can be remotely located from the display unit and input box for increased flexibility. Small, lightweight, but powerful in its application of technology, the DS-5300 patient monitoring system is flexible and easy to use. Incorporation of high speed RISC (reduced instruction set computing) microprocessors, a 9.4 inch TFT color LCD display and a high quality, analog touch screen has made the DS-5300 a unique and versatile patient monitor. The die cast aluminum body eliminates the need for a cooling fan and provides a light, strong body. Use of low power, high speed, flash memory allows for easy upgradeability through a standard PCMCIA compatible IC card.
Physiological parameters are monitored through the use of flexible parameter modules that are easily inserted or removed from the input box.
## Features
High performance, module type bedside monitor with an LCD panel display.
Designed to allow the main Monitor block and the LCD panel block to be separated.
A high intensity, 9.4 inch, color TFT LCD panel display.
An analog system touch screen selected for superior transparency.
A RISC type CPU for high performance.
Operates on a standard Ethernet LAN network.
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A variety of physiological parameters may be added by simply plugging in additional modules.
A Super Module incorporating several typically monitored parameters in a single plug-in.
A 3 channel recorder modular.
A multiport module for accepting DATA from a peripheral device.
Patient DATA is easily moved via PCMCIA memory cards.
A high resolution patient DATA review function.
An on-line help display adds to the user friendly features.
Global version control function.
Built to comply with international standard (UL, CSA, TUV, IEC and others.)
## Statement of Intended Use:
The Fukuda Denshi model DS-5300 Patient Monitor provides a simple and reliable method to display and document the continuous hemodynamic, cardiovascular observations that are typically required of critically ill patients. These patients; neonate, pediatric, and adult; may be located in a hospital ICU, CCU, OR, ER, recovery, or other critical care unit. The DS-5300 can also be used to follow patients whose treatment requires close observation of specific physiological parameters. These patients may be in a clinic or other healthcare environment under the care of a physician. Parameters such as ECG, respiration, non-invasive or invasive blood pressures, temperature, pulse oximetry, and cardiac output may be monitored individually or in any grouping required by the clinician. This device is not intended for home use.
## Comparison to Predicate Device
In summary, the DS-5300 system is an improved version of the DS-3300 utilizing the latest technology and incorporating a color display. Changes to the system include a single multi-parameter module that replaces several of the individual modules used in the DS-3300. A change is processor technology required software changes but all algorithms are based on Fukuda Denshi algorithms that have been in use and are part of the standard Fukuda Denshi software library. The majority of the changes can be
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summarized as display oriented or minor changes to alarm limit adjustment ranges.
## Technological Characteristics
The DS-5300 incorporates high speed RISC (reduced instruction set computing) microprocessors as compared to the CISC (complex instruction set computing) employed in the predicate device. The DS-5300 utilizes 9.4 inch TFT color LCD display with a high quality, analog touch screen as compared to the 12 inch monochrome CRT with a similar touch screen used in the predicate device. Physiological information is acquired through modular inputs in the same manner as the predicate device. A PCMCIA card interface provides a means to temporarily store data or to update the system’s flash memory.
The pulse oximetry design is licensed from Nellcor Puritan Bennett and is similar to the Nellcor design used in the predicate device.
These technological differences do not affect the safety or efficacy of the device. Any safety issues that may be raised by a software controlled medical device are the same issues already addressed by the predicate device and are addressed in the systems hazard analysis and in the system validation.
## Testing:
Laboratory testing was conducted to validate and verify that the Fukuda Denshi model DS-5300 Patient Monitor met all design specifications and was substantially equivalent to the FUKUDA DENSHI model DS-3300. This testing consisted of all environmental testing identified in the FDA’s DCRND November 1993 “Reviewer Guidance Document for Premarket notification Submissions” Draft Guidance Document. Additional testing was performed to demonstrate compliance with the ANSI/AAMI standards ES1-1993, “Safe current limits for electromedical apparatus”; EC11-1991, "Diagnostic electrocardiographic devices”; and EC13-1992, “Cardiac monitors, heart rate meters, and alarms.” Finally, a hazard analysis of the system and its software was performed and testing was conducted to validate the systems overall operation.
Testing of the non-invasive blood pressure portion of the system was conducted according to the requirements outlined in the ANSI/AAMI standards SP10-1992, “Electronic or automated sphygmomanometers.” The results of this testing is presented in tabular and graphic format in the appendix.
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Testing of the pulse oximetry portion of the system was conducted according to Nellcor Puritan Bennett’s testing protocol. The results of this testing is presented in tabular and graphic format in the appendix. The results of this testing is presented in tabular and graphic format in the appendix.
Testing of the arrhythmia and ST Level portions of the system were conducted according to AAMI Recommended Practice ECAR-1987, “Recommended Practice for Testing and Reporting Performance Results of Ventricular Arrhythmia Detection Algorithms. The results of this testing is presented in tabular format in the appendix.
Although the device is neither life supporting nor life sustaining, diagnostic information derived from the use of the device and alarms generated by the device may be critical to the proper management of the patient.
So, the areas of risk for this device are the same as other devices in this class, and are the following:
- Electrical shock
Excessive electrical chassis leakage current can disturb the normal electrophysiology of the heart, and possibly leading to the onset of cardiac arrhythmias.
- Misdiagnosis
- Inadequate design of the signal processing and measurement circuitry or program can lead to generation of inaccurate diagnostic data. If inaccurate diagnostic data are used in managing the patient, the physician may prescribe a course of treatment that places the patient at risk unnecessarily.
- Inadequate design of the device's software, used to make various measurements, can lead to generation of inaccurate diagnostic data. If inaccurate diagnostic data are used in managing the patient, the physician may prescribe a course of treatment that places the patient at risk unnecessarily.
- Inadequate design of the systems ability to alert the users through audible and visual indicators, can lead to user mistrust and/or inadequate response to the patient’s condition. If an inadequate response to the patient’s condition should occur the patient may unnecessarily be placed at risk.
The design of the DS-5300 has taken into account all the above. The device is designed to meet UL 601, CSA 22.2 and AAMI standards for electrical safety for medical equipment to prevent the possibility of excessive electrical leakage current to the patient.
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## Conclusion:
The conclusions drawn from clinical and laboratory testing of the Fukuda Denshi model DS-5300 Patient Monitor demonstrates that the device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed predicate device, the Fukuda Denshi model DS-3300 Patient Monitoring System.
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