K982956 · Spirometrics Medical Equipment Co. · BZG · Nov 24, 1998 · Anesthesiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K982956
Device Name
FLOWMATE II PLUS, MODEL #4000
Applicant
Spirometrics Medical Equipment Co.
Product Code
BZG · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
Nov 24, 1998
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.1840
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
Intended use for the Flowmate II PLUS is for Pulmonary Function Testing (measuring a person's ability to move air into and out of their lungs). The volume and flow rates measured for the effort and then reported as numerical results with a printout of the results if selected.
Device Story
Flowmate II PLUS is a desktop diagnostic spirometer used in hospitals, clinics, and industrial screening. Device utilizes a flow-sensing pneumotach base to measure differential pressure as air passes through; calculates pulmonary function parameters including FVC, FEV1, FEV1/FVC%, FEF25-75%, PEF, and MVV. System performs automatic test calculations and selects best test results based on ATS 1994 criteria. Clinicians operate device to assess lung function; results are displayed and printed on thermal or standard paper. Cross-contamination is managed via external filter system. Device provides objective data to assist physicians in diagnosing respiratory conditions, monitoring therapeutic efficacy, and evaluating disability or occupational health status.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance validated using a Pulmonary Waveform Generator (PWG) to simulate 24 BTPS waveforms and 26 PEF waveforms. Accuracy and precision for FVC, FEV1, FEF 25-75, PEF, and MVV compared against known 3-liter syringe inputs and ATS 1994 criteria. Results showed device met or exceeded ATS recommendations for accuracy and precision.
Technological Characteristics
Desktop design; molded high-impact UL-rated ABS plastic. Flow-sensing pneumotach; measures differential pressure. Capacity 10L; volume accuracy +/- 3%; max flow rate +/- 16 L/s; back pressure < 1.5 cm H2O. Connectivity: internal/external printer support. Calibration: field-calibrated via 1-9L syringe. Safety: IEC 601-1, UL 2601, EN60601-1-2. Software: automatic calculation and best-test selection based on ATS 1994 criteria.
Indications for Use
Indicated for pulmonary function testing in children and adults. Used for diagnostic evaluation of respiratory symptoms (dyspnea, wheezing, cough, chest pain), signs (cyanosis, diminished breath sounds), or abnormal lab results. Used to measure disease effects, screen high-risk individuals (smokers, occupational exposure), assess preoperative risk, prognosis, and fitness for physical activity. Used for monitoring therapeutic interventions (bronchodilators, steroids), disease progression (obstructive/interstitial lung, cardiac, neuromuscular), and drug toxicity. Used for disability/impairment evaluations (rehabilitation, insurance, legal) and public health/epidemiologic surveys.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A diagnostic spirometer is a device used in pulmonary function testing to measure the volume of gas moving in or out of a patient's lungs.
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## 510(k) SUMMARY
Submitted by: New VED Inc. d.b.a. Spirometrics Medical Equipment Co. 415 Rodman Road Auburn, ME 04210 207-784-0906, Fax 207-784-1481
Donald Henton, Official Correspondent Contact Person: August 21, 1998 Date Prepared:
- Classification Name: Diagnostic Spirometer �
- Common or Usual Name: Diagnostic or Screening Spirometer �
- Proprietary Name: Flowmate II PLUS �
- Establishment Registration Number: 1720605 �
- Classification: Diagnostic Spirometers have been classified as Class II devices. �
- � Performance Standard: None applicable from FDA, used conformance with
American Thoracic Society (ATS) 1994 Spirometry criteria
Spirometrics has been marketing flow sensing pneumotachs with models Flowmate, Flowmate LTE, and PC Flow + devices. This listed product is substantially equivalent to the Flowmate 2500LTE premarket notification number K954759, Flowmate 2500 premarket notification number K863953/A, and PC Flow + 3350 premarket notification number K900673 manufactured by Spirometrics, the Renaissance from Puritan Bennett premarket notification number K911143, and the Presto Flash Portable Spirometry System from Burdick Inc. premarket notification number K894997.
For a description of the device see Summary Exhibit 1.
Description of the device:
- � Flow sensing pneumotach and base that measures differential pressure as air passes through it (the same principle as the Flowmate LTE, Flowmate, and PC Flow + devices)
510(k) SUMMARY
"Dedicated to Improving the Quality of Life"
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- Desktop design molded from high impact UL rated ABS plastic �
- Automatic calculations of test results, and best test selection based on � American Thoracic Society (ATS) criteria
- Testing capabilities include; FVC, FEV1, FEV3, FEV1/FVC%, FEF.2-1.2, � FEF25-75%, FEF75-85, PEF, FEF50, FIVC, FEF50/FIF50, PIF, MVV, Methacholine Challenge, and Lung Age
- Testing Capabilities: Capacity 10 Liters �
Volume Accuracy +/- 3% Max. Flow Rate +/- 16 L/s
Back Pressure Less than 1.5 cm H2O
- � Population Predicted Normals included: Composite
Knudson - 1976 Knudson - 1983 Crapo (ITS) ECCS Hsu Lam
- � Customization allows user to change report format, input temperature and barometric readings, and select internal / external printer and associated driver for printer selected
- � Reports printed on thermal paper 112mm wide or standard 8 1/2 " x 11" paper
- � Field calibration with a 1 to 9 Liter calibration syringe
- Cross-contamination control via external filter system �
Intended use for the Flowmate II PLUS is for Pulmonary Function Testing (measuring a person's ability to move air into and out of their lungs). The volume and flow rates measured for the effort and then reported as numerical results with a printout of the results if selected.
Waveform performance testing was conducted using a Pulmonary Waveform Generator (PWG), and showed that the Flowmate II PLUS exceeded the ATS recommendations for FVC, FEV1, FEF 25-75 and PEF accuracy and precision at all of the 24, testing under Body Temperature Pressure Saturated with water (BTPS) (see Summary Exhibit 2), and the 26 PEF waveforms (see Summary Exhibit 5).
The exhale / inhale performance of the device was tested using exponential waveforms created by the PWG using the same exponential curve in both exhale / inhale maneuvers. FVC, FIVC, PEF and PIF were recorded from four progressively faster exponential waveforms, with the accuracy and precision compared against the known three (3) liter syringe inputs. See Summary Exhibit 3 & 4.
MVV testing with the PWG also showed acceptable results compared with the ATS criteria for accuracy and precision to the delivered values (See Exhibit 3 & 4).
## 510(k) SUMMARY
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EMC and safety testing has shown the device to meet the EN60601-1-2 for emmissions and immunity, and the IEC 601-1 and UL 2601 safety standard for medical equipment. See Summary Exhibit 6.
Our conclusion is that the Flowmate II PLUS is substantially equivalent to the predicate device the FlowmateLTE. It is also substantially equivalent to the Flowmate, PC Flow+, Renaissance, and Presto Flash Portable Spirometry System.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
NOV 2 4 1998
Mr. Donald Henton Spirometrics Medical Equipment Company 415 Rodman Road Auburn, ME 04210
K982956 Re: Flowmate II PLUS Regulatory Class: II (two) Product Code: 73 BZG Dated: October 30, 1998 Received: November 5, 1998
Dear Mr. Henton:
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 regulations 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 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 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. Callahan
Thomas J. Callehan Director Division of Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Number: K982956
Device Name: Flowmate II PLUS
The intended environments for use are hospitals, physician / clinician offices, and industrial health screening locations.
The intended patient population is from children to adults.
Indications For Use: Pulmonary Function Testing
Diagnostic
To evaluate symptoms, signs, or abnormal laboratory tests
- Symptoms: dyspnea, wheezing, orthopnea, cough, phlegm production, chest pain
- Signs: diminished breath sounds, overinflation, expiratory slowing, cyanosis, chest deformity, unexplained crackles
- Abnormal laboratory tests: hypoxemia, hypercapnia, polycythemia, abnormal chest radiographs
To measure the effects of disease on pulmonary function
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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Prescription Use
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510(k) Number
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510(k) Number: K982956
Device Name: Flowmate II PLUS
Indications For Use: Pulmonary Function Testing - continued
Diagnostic - continued
To screen individuals at risk of having pulmonary diseases
- Smokers
- Individuals in occupations with exposures to injurious substances
- Some routine physical examinations
- To assess preoperative risk
- To assess prognosis (lung transplant, etc.)
- To assess health status before enrollment in strenuous phsical activity programs
Monitoring
To assess therapeutic interventions
- Bronchodilator therapy
- Steroid treatment for asthma, interstitial lung disease, etc.
- Management of congestive heart failure
- Other (antibiotics in cystic fibrosis, etc.)
- To describe the course of diseases affecting lung function
- Pulmonary diseases
- Obstructive airways diseases
- Interstitial lung diseases
- Cardiac diseases
Congestive heart failure
- Neuromuscular diseases
Guillain-Barré
To monitor persons in occupations with exposure to injurious agents
To monitor for adverse reactions to drugs with known pulmonary toxicity
## Disability / Impairment Evaluations
To assess patients as part of a rehabilitation program
- Medical
- Industrial
- Vocational
To assess risks as part of an insurance evaluation
To assess individuals for legal reasons
- Social Security or other government compensation programs
- Personal injury lawsuits
- Others
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510(k) Number: K982956
Indications For Use: Pulmonary Function Testing - continued
Public Health
Epidemiologic surveys
- Comparison of health status of populations living in different environments
- Validation of subjective complaints in occupational / environmental settings Derivation of reference equations
1. American Thoracic Society. 1995. Standardization of Spirometry 1994 Update. Am. J. Respir. Crit. Care. Med. 152:1108.
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