K981816 · Becton Dickinson Curlin, LLC · FRN · Dec 4, 1998 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K981816
Device Name
CUE AMBULATORY VOLUMETRIC INFUSION PUMP
Applicant
Becton Dickinson Curlin, LLC
Product Code
FRN · General Hospital
Decision Date
Dec 4, 1998
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5725
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The CareMED5 Multi-Therapy (5) Ambulatory Infusion Pump System with Disposable PVC Administration Tubing Sets and User Accessories, provides a means for the volumetric delivery of fluids used in Parenteral. Enteral. Epidural, Subcutaneous and Intravenous Applications.
Device Story
CareMEDS is a small, lightweight, electromechanical ambulatory volumetric infusion pump. It utilizes a microcomputer-controlled curvilinear peristaltic mechanism with 7 fingers to deliver fluids through PVC tubing. The device supports 5 therapy modes: Continuous, TPN Automatic Ramping, Intermittent Delivery, Variable Program Delivery, and Patient-Controlled Analgesia. Operated by patients or caregivers in home or ambulatory settings, the pump features a graphic LCD and numeric keypad for programming. It includes self-diagnostics, alarm sensors for air/occlusions, and a history log accessible via a data port. The device is powered by 'C' cell batteries or external sources. It uses sterile administration sets with automatic anti-free flow clamps. Clinicians program the device based on patient needs; the output is the controlled delivery of fluids, which enables patients to receive therapy outside of clinical environments.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only, including verification of pumping accuracy, alarm functionality (air, occlusion, door closure), and mechanical integrity of the curvilinear peristaltic mechanism.
Technological Characteristics
Curvilinear peristaltic mechanism with 7-finger sequential action; DC motor with worm gear drive. Materials: Class VI materials in fluid path. Power: 'C' cell batteries or external source. Interface: Graphic LCD, numeric keypad. Connectivity: Data port for remote access/history log. Safety: Self-diagnostics, alarm sensors (air, occlusion, door), automatic tubing clamps for anti-free flow. Form factor: Small, lightweight, water-resistant case.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring intravenous, intra-arterial, epidural, subcutaneous, or enteral infusions. Suitable for ambulatory patients needing an alternative to restricted hospital/clinic settings. Patients or caregivers must be instructed by a qualified clinician and demonstrate proficiency in pump operation.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An infusion pump is a device used in a health care facility to pump fluids into a patient in a controlled manner. The device may use a piston pump, a roller pump, or a peristaltic pump and may be powered electrically or mechanically. The device may also operate using a constant force to propel the fluid through a narrow tube which determines the flow rate. The device may include means to detect a fault condition, such as air in, or blockage of, the infusion line and to activate an alarm.
Abbott Ambulatory Infusion Manager Plus (Abbott AIM® Plus) (Unknown)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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V 981816
Curlin
4 1998
## 510(k) Summary
Submitter: Becton Dickinson Curlin, LLC
Address: 15751 Graham St. Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Phone number: (714) 897-9301
Fax number: (714) 895-4364
Contact person: Procedural Matters - Charles J. Welle, (801) 565-2568 Technical Matters - Maher Moubayed, (714) 893-2438 extension: 225
Date Prepared: April 30, 1998
Trade Name: CareMED5TM Ambulatory Volumetric Infusion Pump
Common name: Electromechanical Curvilinear (Peristaltic Action) Volumetric Infusion Pump
Classification name: Infusion Pump
Substantial equivalence claimed to:
- 1. Sabratek 6060 HOMERUN™ VOLUMETRIC INFUSION PUMP, 510(k) Number: K941984.
- 2. Abbott Ambulatory Infusion Manager Plus (Abbott AIM® Plus), 510(k) Number: Unknown.
## Basic Description:
The "CareMEDS" Ambulatory Infusion Pump is a small, lightweight electro-mechanical pump utilizing a microcomputer and a Curvilinear (peristaltic type action) volumetric pumping mechanism that produces accurate fluid flow in the PVC tubing with very low wear effect on the tubing. The pump has 5 IV therapy modes and can be programmed for Continuous, TPN Automatic Ramping, Intermittent Delivery, Variable Program Delivery and Patient-Controlled Analgesia.
## Statement of Intended Use:
The CareMED5 Multi-Therapy (5) Ambulatory Infusion Pump System with Disposable PVC Administration Tubing Sets and User Accessories, provides a means for the volumetric delivery of fluids used in Parenteral. Enteral. Epidural, Subcutaneous and Intravenous Applications.
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Summary of Technology Characteristics:
The CareMEDS pump has a Curvilinear volumetric pumping mechanism that moves fluid through the PVC IV Set tubing by the action of 7 fingers sequentially pressing on the IV set tubing. The design of the mechanism produces an action that does not crush the IV tubing except for very localized pinch off area under the fingers, which results in very low wear on the tubing. The mechanism is driven through a worm gear by a DC motor with high efficiency. Ease of operating the pump is provided by a graphic LCD display which can present a large amount of operating information to the user and a numeric keypad with menu scroll keys, so that by following the "therapy specific" display prompts, operation of the pump is largely self evident. The pump is powered by either low cost "C" cell batteries, or external power sources. The pump has selfdiagnostics to check critical systems during start-up and for monitoring of performance while operating, as well as alarm sensors for detecting air, input and output occlusions in the IV set tubing, and the closure of the mechanism door. A history log records operating and alarm events and a communications data port provides remote operation and access to the history log for the downloading of recorded events. The pump has a rugged outer case and is water resistant with an easily operated door and keyed interfaces between the Administration IV Sets and the pump mechanism. Sterile administration sets made with all Class VI materials in the fluid path, are available with macrobore and microbore tubing and various sized filters and "Y" injection sites. All administration sets have automatic tubing clamps that work with the pump mechanism for anti-free flow protection when the IV Set is removed from the pump.
The pump has accessories for user convenience that include:
External Rechargeable Battery Pack
External Batterv Eliminator/Battery Charger
Lockable Plastic Reservoir Case (to hold pump and fluid container) with removable Pole Clamp
Holster Case for Pump with removable Pole Clamp
Soft Carry Cases of small, medium and large size
External Patient Bolus Switch and Cable
Hard Carry Case for Pump and Select Accessories
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
4 1998 DEC
Mr. Charles J. Welle Becton Dickinson Curlin, LCC 15751 Graham Street Huntington Beach, California 92649
K981816 Re : Trade Name: CUE™ Ambulatory Volumetric Infusion Pump Requlatory Class: II Product Code: FRN Dated: September 14, 1998 Received: September 16, 1998
Dear Mr. Welle:
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 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 The general controls provisions of the Act of the Act. include requirements for annual reqistration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions aqainst 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 Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Good Manufacturing Practice for Medical Devices: General (GMP) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Reqister. 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 requlation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4692. 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/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours,
Timothy A. Ulatowski
Director Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radioloqical Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: Ambulatory Volumetric Infusion Pump
Indications for Use:
The CareMEDS™ infusion pump can be used for intravenous, intra-arterial, epidural, subcutaneous, Any therapy should be overseen by a physician or a certified, licensed or enteral infusions. healthcare practitioner. The infusion pump can provide therapy to patients/users who are ambulatory and needed an alternative to receiving their medication in a restricted manner (hospital or clinic). Typically, these patients are capable of being given instruction for performing basic tasks in operating the pump and maintaining medical care for themselves, or are assisted in these tasks by having a caregiver closely by, or living with them. All patients and caregivers must be instructed
in the use of the CareMED5™ by a qualified clinician and demonstrate an adequate level of proficiency in the use of the pump. The CareMED5™ is small, lightweight and is designed to have exceptional ease of use so theat after
learning the pump features and basic of programming, the pump can be operated and can be customized to the specific needs of each individual patient without the need to constantly refer to the User's Manual.
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