K973971 · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · BSZ · Sep 13, 1999 · Anesthesiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K973971
Device Name
KION ANESTHESIA SYSTEM
Applicant
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
Product Code
BSZ · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
Sep 13, 1999
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.5160
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The intended use for the KION is as a modular anesthesia system for use on Adult and Infant patient populations. The unit is designed to be used in the operating room or any other hospital location where administration of anesthesia is necessary.
Device Story
KION is a modular anesthesia workstation mounted on wheels for mobility in operating rooms or hospital settings. It consists of a trolley (pneumatics, power, battery, gas delivery), a column (vaporizer holder, bellows absorber, patient cassette), and an integrated user interface (control panel, monitor). The system delivers anesthesia and provides volume-controlled or manual ventilation. It transforms gas inputs into controlled patient ventilation, monitored by the system's sensors. Operators (anesthesiologists/nurses) use the interface to set ventilation parameters and monitor respiratory data (tidal volume, airway pressure, rate). The device assists or controls patient breathing during anesthesia, providing clinical benefit by maintaining respiratory function and anesthetic delivery. It includes battery backup and enhanced anti-hypoxic measures compared to previous models.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided; clinical trials were ongoing at the time of submission. Equivalence is supported by in-house bench testing and compliance with recognized safety and performance standards.
Technological Characteristics
Modular anesthesia workstation; pneumatic-powered servo-controlled gas delivery; high-pressure precision injector vaporizers. Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-1, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO/DIS 8835-1.2, prEN 794-1, and ISO 7767. Features include battery backup, integrated user interface, and circle breathing system. Connectivity includes communication ports. Sterilization not applicable.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult or infant populations requiring anesthesia administration and respiratory support in hospital settings. Used by trained healthcare professionals to control ventilation for patients unable to breathe or to support patients with reduced breathing ability.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A gas machine for anesthesia is a device used to administer to a patient, continuously or intermittently, a general inhalation anesthetic and to maintain a patient's ventilation. The device may include a gas flowmeter, vaporizer, ventilator, breathing circuit with bag, and emergency air supply. A gas machine for analgesia is a device used to administer to a patient an analgesic agent, such as a nitrous oxide-oxygen mixture (maximum concentration of 70 percent nitrous oxide).
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K973971
## 510(k) SUMMARY
as required per 807.92(c)
- 1. Submitters Name, Address:
Siemens Medical Systems, Inc. Electromedical Systems Group, PCS Danvers, MA 01923 Tel: (508) 750-7500 Fax: (508) 777-3398
Official Correspondent: David Simard, Director Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs
Contact person for this submission: Wulf R. Trepte Quality Assurance Date submission was prepared: 16/10/97
Trade Name, Common Name and Classification Name: 2.
- Trade Name: A
KION Anesthesia System
Common Name, Classification Name, Class and Regulation Number: B.
| Common Name | Classification<br>n Number | Class | Regulation Number |
|---------------------------------------------|----------------------------|-------|-------------------|
| Gas-machine, Anesthesia | 73BSZ | II | 21 CFR 868.5160 |
| Gas-machine, Analgesia | 73ELI | II | 21 CFR 868.5160 |
| Cardiac monitor | 74DRT | II | 21 CFR 870.2300 |
| Pulse rate monitor | 74BWS | II | 21 CFR 870.2300 |
| Pulse oximeter | 74DQA | II | 21 CFR 870.2700 |
| Breathing Frequency Monitor | 73BZQ | II | 21 CFR 868.2375 |
| Clinical Electronic Thermometer | 80BWX | II | 21 CFR 880.2910 |
| Indwelling Blood Pressure Monitor | 74CAA | II | 21 CFR 870.1110 |
| Heart Rate Monitor, Neonatal | 74FLO | II | 21 CFR 870.2300 |
| Ventilatory Effort Monitor (Apnea Detector) | 73FLS | II | 21 CFR 868.2375 |
| Monitor Blood Pressure, Neonatal, Invasive | 74FLP | II | 21 CFR 870.1110 |
| Arrhythmia detector & Alarm | 74DSI | III | 21 CFR 870.1025 |
| Medical Cathode-Ray Tube Display | 74DXJ | II | 21 CFR 870.2450 |
| ST Segment Monitor with Alarm | 74MLD | III | 21 CFR 870.1025 |
| Non-indwelling Blood Pressure Monitor | 74DXN | II | 21 CFR 870.1130 |
| End-tidal Carbon-Dioxide Monitor | 73CCK | II | 21 CFR 868.1400 |
#### COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL
Sicmens-Elema AB Electromedical Systems Division
Röntgenvägen 2 S-171 95 Solna SWEDEN
Tel. (46) 8 730 7228 Fax. (46) 8 98 63 05
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## 3. Predicate Device Identification:
| Legally marketed devices to which equivalence is being claimed | 510(k) # |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------|
| Siemens Servo Ventilator 900C | K841529 |
| Servo Ventilator 900C/D Electronic gas supply unit | K871354 |
| Servo Ventilator 900C/D CAV 1.0 Master Program Flow & Prs, CO2 Lung Monitor | K861707 |
| Servo Ventilator 900C/D P.C. Interface | K852771 |
| Servo Ventilator 900C/D CAV 4.0 Software Servo Graphics | K923444/A |
| Servo Ventilator 900C/D Man. Vent. Acc. | K854036 |
| Servo Ventilator 900C/D/E CAV 3.0 Software | K890932 |
| Siemens Servo Anesthesia Circle 985 | K893786 |
| Siemens Vaporizers 950/951/952 | K841157 |
| Ohmeda Tec5 Vaporizer | K942091 |
| Siemens Servo Ventilator 300 | K960010 |
| Siemens SC9000/SC9015 Bedside Monitoring System | K946306 |
## 4. Device Description:
KION is a modular anesthesia system. It is available as a set of hardware and software options, which can be added to take the system from being a low-cost, general purpose anesthesia machine, to a complete state-of-the-art anesthesia workstation. This gives the opportunity to specify a system and then upgrade and modify the system as needs change in the future. The KION anesthesia system is designed to enable the operator to work with the basic components of an anesthesia system in the most suitable way for each patient case. As such, the system is mounted on wheels to allow it to be easily moved into an optimum position, where many of the components can also be individually rotated. The KION system is intended for use on adult and pediatric patients
Physically, the KION consists of three main sections:
- The Trolley which contains the main pneumatic inlets, power supply and power 1. inlets, battery, communication ports, and the gas delivery system.
- The Column consists of a revolving Vaporizer Holder, Servo Bellows Absorber 2. and Patient Cassette.
- The Integrated User Interface consists of the Control Panel and the Monitor. 3.
The KION offers the following standard ventilation capabilities:
- . Volume controlled ventilation
- . Manual ventilation
## 5. Intended Use:
The intended use for the KION is as a modular anesthesia system for use on Adult and Infant patient populations. The unit is designed to be used in the operating room or any other hospital location where administration of anesthesia is necessary.
### 2 COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL
Siemens-Elema AB Electromedical Systems Division
Röntgenvägen 2 S-171 95 Solna SWEDEN
Tel. (46) 8 730 7228 Fax. (46) 8 98 63 05
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## 6. Table of Device Similarities and differences to predicate device
| Manufacturer | Siemens-Elema AB,<br>Electromedical Systems<br>Division | Siemens-Elema AB,<br>Electromedical Systems<br>Division | - |
|--------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) number | Predicate devices<br>Siemens Servo ventilator 900C - K841529 Siemens Servo Ventilator 300 - K960010 Servo Anesthesia Circle 985 - K893786. Siemens Vaporisers 950, 951, 952 - K841157. Ohmeda Tec 5 vaporiser - K942091. Siemens Servo Screen - K960168 | Modified Device<br>Klon Anesthesia System<br>K number to be decided | - |
| Parameters General | Predicate devices: All | Modified Device<br>Klon Anesthesia System | Explanation of the differences compared<br>to the Predicate devices |
| Applications and Intended Use | Infants to Adults | Same | - |
| Gas Delivery System | Pneumatic Powered Servo<br>Controlled "Bag in Bottle"<br>system. | Same | - |
| Battery Back up | No | Yes | Battery backup for the 900C is only available<br>with an external system. |
| Parameters Gas Dosage | Predicate devices<br>Siemens Servo ventilator 900C<br>- K841529<br>Servo Anesthesia Circle 985 -<br>K893786. | Modified Device<br>Kion Anesthesia System | Explanation of the differences compared<br>to the Predicate devices |
| Fresh gas dosage<br>Range | Range:500 ml/min - 40 l/min | Range: 100 ml/min - 18lpm | Enhanced functionality on Kion for low flow<br>applications |
| Accuracy | +/- 10% | Same | - |
| Oxygen Percent | 21% / 25% - 100%<br>(Air / N2O) | 21% / 28% - 100%<br>(Air / N2O) | Enhanced anti-hypoxic measures |
| Gas Mixture Setting | O₂/Air or O₂/N₂O | Same | - |
| Anti-hypoxia device<br>(Limits O₂/N₂O fresh gas ratio) | Yes | Same | - |
| Ventilator Integral | Yes | Same | - |
| Anesthetic Vapour Delivery<br>Modules | Predicate devices<br>Siemens Vaporizers<br>950/951/952 and Ohmeda<br>Tec5 | Modified Device<br>Kion Anesthesia System<br>Vaporizers | Explanation of the differences compared<br>to the Predicate devices |
| Operating Principle | High pressure precision<br>injector | Same | - |
Magazine for three
vaporizers mounting
3
Single vaporizer mounting
## COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL
Siemens-Elema AB Electromedical Systems Division
Vaporizer mounting
Röntgenvägen 2 S-171 95 Solna SWEDEN
Tel. (46) 8 730 7228 Fax. (46) 8 98 63 05
Enhanced functionality.
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| Breathing Systems | Predicate devices<br>SV 900 and Servo<br>Anesthetic Circle 985 | Modified Device<br>Kion Anesthesia System | Explanation of the differences compared to the<br>Predicate devices |
|---------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Circle System | Yes | Same | |
| Auxiliary Fresh Gas Outlet | No | Yes | Enhanced functionality to support external breathing<br>systems (e.g. Bain, T-piece) |
| Adjustable Pressure Regulating<br>(APL) valve | No | Adjustable to 90 cm H2O | Improved functionality |
| Ventilation Modes | Predicate devices<br>SV 900C | Modified Device<br>Kion Anesthesia System | Explanation of the differences compared to the<br>Predicate devices |
| Manual | Yes | Same | |
| Volume Controlled Ventilation | Yes | Same | |
| Pressure Controlled Ventilation | Yes | No | Planned for future enhancement in Kion |
| Pressure Support | Yes | No | Planned for future enhancement in Kion |
| Ventilatory Control Settings | Predicate devices<br>SV 300 | Modified Device<br>Kion Anesthesia System | Explanation of the differences compared to the<br>Predicate devices |
| Preset Minute Volume | 0.5 - 45LPM | Same | |
| Tidal Volume | 2 - 1500 ml | 20 - 1500 ml | Altered functionality, no neonatal capability on Kion. |
| CMV Rate | 0.5 - 120 | 6 - 99 | Enhanced functionality due to specific clinical<br>anesthesia requirements |
| I:E Ratio | 1:4 - 4:1 in seven steps. | 1:3 - 4:1 in five steps. | Enhanced functionality due to specific clinical<br>anesthesia requirements |
| Pause Time | 0, 5, 10, 20, 30% of cycle | 10% of cycle in Volume<br>Control Mode ( except for I:E<br>- 4:1 = 0%) | Enhanced functionality due to specific clinical<br>anesthesia requirements |
| Inspiratory Gas Flow | Maximum 180 lpm | Same | |
| Monitored Ventilatory &<br>Respiratory parameters | Predicate Devices<br>SV 900 and Servo Screen<br>390 | Modified Device<br>Kion Anesthesia System | Explanation of the differences compared to the<br>Predicate devices |
| Inspired Tidal Volume | Yes | Same | |
| Expired Tidal Volume | Yes | Same | |
| Rate | Yes | Same | |
| Peak airway Pressure | Yes | Same | |
| Mean Airway Pressure | Yes | Same | |
| Pause Pressure | Yes | Same | - |
| PEEP/CPAP | Yes | Same | - |
| Airway pressure / Analogue<br>Display | Yes | Same | - |
| Ventilatory Alarms | Predicate Device<br>SV900 | Modified Device<br>Kion Anesthesia System | Explanation of the differences compared to the<br>Predicate devices |
| | This device has the following | Same | Enhanced functionality. In addition Kion also have the<br>following alarms |
| This device has the following | Same | Enhanced functionality. In addition Kion also have the |
|--------------------------------------------------|------|--------------------------------------------------------|
| alarms: High Airway<br>Pressure, High Continuous | | following alarms: |
| Airway Pressure, Disconnect, | | Low Air Supply Wall and Tank, Low 02 Supply Wall |
| Low Minute Volume, Low 02 | | and Tank, Low 02 Supply Wall and Tank, Low N20 |
| Concentration | | Supply Wall and Tank, High Air Supply Wall and |
| | | Tank, High 02 Supply Wall and Tank, High N20 |
| | | Supply Wall and Tank, Low Battery Capacity |
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# COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL
Siemens-Elcma AB Electromedical Systems Division
Röntgenvägen 2 S-171 95 Solna SWEDEN
Tcl. (46) 8 730 7228 Fax. (46) 8 98 63 05
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- 7. Assessment of non-clinical performance data for equivalence: See the testresults under section In-house Testion T, in this submission.
- 8. Assessment of clinical performance data for equivalence: Clinical trials ongoing.
- 9. Biocompatability: Not applicable
10. Sterilization: Not applicable
## 11. Standards and Guidances:
KION complies to the following standards:
- · IEC 601-1 (EN 60601-1) Medical Electrical Equipment, part 1: General requirements for safety.
- · IEC 601-1-1 (EN 60601-1-1) Medical Electrical Equipment, part 1.1: Safety Requirements for medical electrical systems.
- · IEC 601-1-2 (EN 60601-1-2) Medical Electric Equipment, part 1.2: Electromagnetic Compatibility- Requirements and Tests
- · ISO/DIS 8835-1.2 (Forthcoming IEC 60601-2-13, 2nd Ed.) Anesthesia Workstations and Their Components.
- · prEN 794-1 Lung ventilators-Part 1: Particular Requirements for Critical Care Ventilators.
- · ISO 7767 Oxygen monitors for monitoring patient breathing mixtures- Safety Requirements.
## COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL
Siemens-Elema AB Electromedical Systems Division
Röntgenvägen 2 S-171 95 Solna SWEDEN
Tel. (46) 8 730 7228 Fax. (46) 8 98 63 05
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
SEP 1 3 1999
Mr. David Simard Simens Medical Systems, Inc. 16 Electronics Avenue Danvers, MA 01923
Re: K973971 KION Anesthesia System III (three) Requlatory Class: Product Code: 73 BSZ and 74 DSI July 20, 1999 Dated: Received: July 21, 1999
Dear Mr. Simard:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major requlations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS inspections, the Food and Druq Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in requlatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4648. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597, or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html".
· Sincerely yours,
Thomas J. Callahon
Thomas J. Callahan, Ph.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## K973971 510(k) Number (if known):__
Device Name: ________________________________________________________________________________________
Indications for Use:
Use of the KION Anesthesia System is indicated for adult or infant populations in an environment where patient care is provided by Healthcare Professionals, trained in the administration of anesthesia, when the professional determines that a device is required to assist the breathing of the patient. This device can be used to administer anesthesia while controlling the entire ventilation for patients without any ability to breathe, as well as for supporting patients with reduced ability to breathe.
## MRI Compatibility Statement:
Siemens KION is not compatible for us in a MRI magnetic field.
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