MIN-FILTER/S, UNI-FILTER JUNIOR, UNI-FILTER/S ANGLED AND UNI-FILTER
K043120 · Datex-Ohmeda, Inc. · CAH · Mar 1, 2005 · Anesthesiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K043120
Device Name
MIN-FILTER/S, UNI-FILTER JUNIOR, UNI-FILTER/S ANGLED AND UNI-FILTER
Applicant
Datex-Ohmeda, Inc.
Product Code
CAH · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
Mar 1, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.5260
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Filters can be used to provide filtration for reducing possible cross contamination between patient and equipment. Filters are for use in the hospital, ICU, anesthesia, respiratory therapy, during transport and with resuscitators for filtering particles including bacteria, viruses and dust from CO2-absorbers. The Uni-Filter/S, angled Uni-Filter/S and Mini-Filter/S can also be used for gas sampling. The device for use by qualified medical personnel only.
Device Story
Disposable bacterial/viral filters; electrostatic filter media in translucent polypropylene housing. Installed in breathing circuits by nurses or doctors; connects to endotracheal tubes, face masks, or Y-pieces via standard 15mm/22mm fittings. Filters particles (bacteria, viruses, dust) from gas flow; specific models include female luer port for expired CO2 gas sampling. Single-patient use; no cleaning or sterilization required. Benefits include reduced cross-contamination risk between patient and respiratory equipment.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Testing included filtration efficiency against bacteria and viruses, breathing resistance, and physical characterization (weight, dead space).
Technological Characteristics
Electrostatic filter media; polypropylene housing. Standard 15mm ID/22mm OD and 15mm OD/22mm ID fittings. Gas sampling port (luer) on select models. Biocompatible, non-cytotoxic, non-allergic materials. Single-use, non-sterile.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use in hospital, ICU, anesthesia, respiratory therapy, transport, and with resuscitators to reduce cross-contamination between patient and equipment by filtering bacteria, viruses, and dust from CO2-absorbers. Intended for use by qualified medical personnel.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A breathing circuit bacterial filter is a device that is intended to remove microbiological and particulate matter from the gases in the breathing circuit.
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043120
MAR 1 - 2005
## Premarket Notification 510(k) Summary As required by section 807.92 Mini-Filter/S, Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, Uni-Filter/S angled and Uni-Filter
## GENERAL COMPANY INFORMATION as required by 807.92(a)(1)
## COMPANY NAME/ADDRESS/PHONE/FAX:
Datex-Ohmeda 86 Pilgrim Road Needham, MA 02492 USA Tel: 781-449-8685 Fax: 781-433-1344
## NAME OF CONTACT:
Mr. Joel Kent
DATE:
November 8, 2004
#### DEVICE NAME as required by 807.92(a)(2)
#### TRADE NAME:
Mini-Filter/S, Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, Uni-Filter/S angled and Uni-Filter
#### COMMON NAME:
Disposable Bacterial/Viral Filter
## CLASSIFICATION NAME:
The following Class II classifications appear applicable:
САН Breathing Circuit Bacterial Filter 868.5260
## NAME OF LEGALLY MARKETED DEVICE FOR WHICH A CLAIM OF SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE IS MADE as required by 807.92(a)(3)
The Mini-Filter/S has the following similarities to the Datex-Ohmeda Mini-Filter/S predicate device (K030990). The Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, angled Uni-Filter/S and Uni-Filter are substantially equivalent in safety and effectiveness to the legally marketed (predicate) Intersurgical Clear-Guard (K990949).
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#### DEVICE DESCRIPTION as required by 807.92(a)(4)
The Mini-Filter/S, Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, Uni-Filter/S angled and Uni-Filter incorporate an electrostatic filter media into a housing made of translucent plastic.
Dimensions and Matcrials
- Diameter: Mini-Filter/S 45 mm. Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S and Uni-Filter/S S angled are 59 mm. Uni-Filter is 80 mm.
- Mini-Filter/S, Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S and Uni-Filter/S angled length: 64 క్ mm. Uni-Filter length: 73 mm.
- Housing: PP Polypropylene ഗ്ഗം
- Filter: PP and acrylic fibers ട്ട
Filtration efficiency:
- Filtration efficiency viral
Mini-Filter/S 99,98%, Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S/ angled Uni-Filter/S 99.999%, Uni-Filter 99.9%
- Filtration efficiency against bacteria
Uni-Filter Junior >99.9999%, Uni-Filter/S/angled Uni-Filter/S 99.9999%, Uni-Filter 99.98%
The Mini-Filter/S, Uni-Filter/S, Uni-Filter/S, Uni-Filter/S angled and Uni-Filter are for use in the hospital, ICU, anesthesia, respiratory therapy, during transport and with resuscitators.
- They incorporate standard fittings for-
- 15 mm ID x 22 mm OD fitting to connect to the endotracheal tube or face mask S
- 15 mm OD x 22 mm ID fitting to connect to the breathing circuit Y-piece
- S For the Mini-Filter/S, Uni-Filter/S and Uni-Filter/S angled : A gas sampling port
- -- female luer port with cap to allow sampling of expired CO2-gases
#### INTENDED USE as required by 807.92(a)(5)
Intended Use
Indications for use:
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Filters can be used to provide filtration for reducing possible cross contamination between patient and equipment. Filters are for use in the hospital, ICU, anesthesia, respiratory therapy, during transport and with resuscitators for filtering particles including bacteria, viruses and dust from CO2-absorbers. The Uni-Filter/S, angled Uni-Filter/S and Mini-Filter/S can also be used for gas sampling.
The device for use by qualified medical personnel only.
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#### SUMMARY OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF DEVICE COMPARED TO THE PREDICATE DEVICE as required by 807.92(a)(6)
The Mini-Filter/S has the following similarities to the Datex-Ohmeda Mini-Filter/S predicate device (K030990):
Mini-Filter/S is identical to predicate (K030990) in physical construction and all specifications except labeled resistance as described below.
The Mini-Filter/S has the following differences when compared to the Datex-Ohmeda Mini-Filter/S predicate device:
- · The devices differ in labeled breathing resistance
· Labeling is updated to modify the contraindications
The main differences between the Mini-Filter/S and the predicate Datex-Ohmeda Mini-Filter/S (K030990) are due to fact that the updated labeling reflects a more accurate measurement of the breathing resistance values due to updated equipment calibration. There is no material or design change and the product itself is identical. Mini-Filter/S still has lower breathing resistances than Datex-Ohmeda HMEF Mini (K023641).
The main differences between the labeling is that it describes the use of the Mini-Filler/S with nebulizers and active humidification. In this issue Mini-Filter/S is similar to the legally marketed (predicate) Intersurgical Clear-Guard (K990949).
In summary, the Mini-Filter/S, described in this submission is substantially equivalent to the predicate Datex-Ohmeda Mini-Filter/S (K030990).
The Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, angled Uni-Filter are substantially equivalent in safety and effectiveness to the legally marketed (predicate) Intersurgical Clear-Guard (K990949).
The Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, angled Uni-Filter/S and Uni-Filter have the following similarities to the Intersurgical Clear-Guard (K990949) predicate devices:
- · Have a similar indicated use
- · Have the same fundamental scientific technology and use the same operating principle
The Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, angled Uni-Filter/S and Uni-Filter have the following differences when compared to the Intersurgical Clear-Guard (K990949) predicate devices:
- · The devices differ in Breathing resistance, weight, dead space and shelf life
- · Labeling is updated to modify the contraindications
- · Filtration efficiency against virus
- · Filtration efficiency against bacteria
The main differences between the Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, angled Uni-Filter/S and Uni-Filter and the predicate device Intersurgical Clear-Guard (K990949) are due to fact that Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, angled Uni-Filter/S and Uni-Filter have better or equal filtration efficiency (except Uni-Filter has lower viral filtration efficiency), smaller weight , smaller dead spaces (except Uni-Filter which is a little bigger filter) and lower resistance than predicate Intersurgical Clear-Guard.
In summary, the Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, angled Uni-Filter/S and Uni-Filter , described in this submission is substantially equivalent to the predicate Intersurgical Clear-Guard (K990949).
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## SUMMARY OF NONCLINICAL TESTING FOR THE DEVICE and CONCLUSIONS as required by 807.92(b)(1)(3)
Filter's are normally used and installed by a trained nurse or doctor. Necessary precautions and warnings are stated on the instructions for use (Tab 9).
The Mini-Filter/S, Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, Uni-Filter/S angled and Uni-Filter housing are made of medical grade plastic materials commonly known to be suitable for the application. The material used is biocompatible (non-cytotoxic and non-allergic), non-toxic
Disposable Filter's are meant for single patient use only. There is no applicable cleaning, disinfection or sterilization procedures that the operator could use
#### CONCLUSION:
The summary above shows that there are no new questions of safety and effectiveness for the Mini-Filter/S, Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S, Uni-Filter/S angled and Uni-Filter as compared to the predicate device.
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Public Health Service
MAR 1 - 2005
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Mr. Joe Kent Manager, Quality and Regulatory Affairs GE Healthcare 86 Pilgrim Road Needham, Massachusetts 02492
Re: K043120
Ko+5120
Trade/Device Name: Mini-filter/S, Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S Uni-Filter/S angled and Uni-Filter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5260 Regulation Name: Breathing Circuit Bacterial Filter Regulatory Class: II Product Code: CAH Dated: February 11, 2005 Received: February 14, 2005
Dear Mr. Kent:
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 referenced above and 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) 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. 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 (PMA), 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 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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 vour device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely yours,
Susan Rusner
Chiu Lin, Ph.D. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Device Name: Mini-Filter/S, Uni-Filter Junior, Uni-Filter/S,Uni-Filter/S angled and Uni-Filter
Indications for Use:
Filters can be used to provide filtration for reducing possible cross contamination between patient and equipment. Filters are for use in the hospital, ICU, anesthesia, respiratory therapy, during transport and with resuscitators for filtering particles including bacteria, viruses and dust from CO2-absorbers.The Uni-Filter/S, angled Uni-Filter/S and Mini-Filter/S can also be used for gas sampling.
The device for use by qualified medical personnel only.
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