The device is intended to provide ventilation for non-dependent, spontaneously breathing adult and pediatric patients (30 lb / 13 kg and above) with respiratory insufficiency or respiratory failure, with or without obstructive sleep apnea. The device is for non-invasive use, or invasive use (with the use of the ResMed Leak Valve). Operation of the device includes both stationary, such as in hospital or home, or mobile, such as wheelchair usage.
Device Story
Stellar 150 is a pressure-controlled ventilator for non-invasive or invasive respiratory support. Input: airway pressure via single-limb vented circuit. Operation: microprocessor-controlled blower generates required airway pressure; supports CPAP, Bi-level, and volume-assured pressure support (iVAPS) modes. Invasive use enabled by ResMed Leak Valve (includes leak port and anti-asphyxia valve). Used in hospital, home, or mobile settings (e.g., wheelchairs) by clinicians or patients. Output: delivered ventilation pressure. Healthcare providers use output to manage respiratory insufficiency/failure; benefits include improved patient breathing support and mobility.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data. Performance testing of the ResMed Leak Valve conducted per ISO 5356-1 and ASTM F 1246-91. Side-by-side system verification testing demonstrated no significant difference in invasive therapy delivery compared to the predicate.
Technological Characteristics
Pressure-controlled ventilator; microprocessor-controlled blower; single-limb vented circuit. Includes ResMed Leak Valve with integrated anti-asphyxia valve. Standards: ISO 5356-1 (conical connectors), ASTM F 1246-91 (electrically powered home care ventilators). Modes: CPAP, Bi-level, iVAPS. Stationary and mobile operation.
Indications for Use
Indicated for non-dependent, spontaneously breathing adult and pediatric patients (≥13 kg) with respiratory insufficiency or respiratory failure, with or without obstructive sleep apnea. Invasive use requires ResMed Leak Valve.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A continuous ventilator (respirator) is a device intended to mechanically control or assist patient breathing by delivering a predetermined percentage of oxygen in the breathing gas. Adult, pediatric, and neonatal ventilators are included in this generic type of device.
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## APR - 5 2012
| Date prepared | February 6, 2012 |
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| Submitter | Sandra Grünwald |
| | Manager Quality Management & Regulatory Affairs |
| | ResMed Germany, Inc. |
| Official contact | David D'Cruz |
| | V.P., Clinical & Regulatory Affairs |
| | ResMed Corp. |
| | 9001 Spectrum Center Blvd., |
| | San Diego CA 92123 |
| | USA |
| | Tel: +1 858-836-5984 |
| | Fax: +1 858-836-5522 |
| Proprietary/Trade name | Stellar 150 |
| Common name | Continuous ventilator |
| Classification | 21 CFR 868.5895 |
| | Class II |
| Product code | MNT |
| | Ventilator, continuous, minimal ventilatory support, facility use |
| Predicate Device | STELLAR 150 (K103167) |
| Reason for submission | Change of Indication for Use |
# 510(k) Summary – Stellar 150
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#### Indications for Use
The device is intended to provide ventilation for non-dependent, spontaneously breathing adult and pediatric patients (30 lb / 13 kg and above) with respiratory insufficiency or respiratory failure, with or without obstructive sleep apnea. The device is for non-invasive use, or invasive use (with the use of the ResMed Leak Valve). Operation of the device includes both stationary, such as in hospital or home, or mobile, such as wheelchair usage.
#### Device Description
The Stellar 150 is a pressure controlled ventilator using a single limb vented circuit, product code MNT and is substantially equivalent to the already marketed Stellar 150 device (K103167). For both devices as they are substantial equivalent, it is essential that a microprocessor controlled blower generates the required airway pressure. CPAP and Bi-level modes are implemented. With ongoing technological progress, the device is further suitable to include a population above 30 lbs (13 kg) for CPAP and Bilevel modes. The device also includes a volume assured pressure support mode (iVAPS), indicated for patients above 66 lbs (30 kg). The Stellar 150 in combination with the new developed ResMed Leak Valve supports the invasive use therapy. The ResMed Leak Valve incorporates a leak port as well as an integrated anti-asphyxia valve.
#### Performance Data
Design and verification activities which were performed on the previously cleared Stellar 150 as a result of the risk analysis and product requirements remain still valid. All tests confirmed the product met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
Performance testing on the Stellar 150 device was performed and cleared in the previous submission of the Stellar 150 (K103167). Within this submission performance testing on the ResMed Leak Valve was accomplished. The ResMed Leak Valve performance tests comprise functionality tests according to:
- ISO 5356-1 Anaesthetic and respiratory equipment Conical connectors Part 1: Cones and o sockets
- ASTM F 1246-91 Specification for Electrically Powered Home Care Ventilators, Part 1 -O Positive-Pressure Ventilators and Ventilator Circuits
In addition to the performance testing of the new ResMed Leak Valve, system verification testing was performed as well as bench testing. The side-by-side testing demonstrated that there is no significant difference in delivering invasive therapy using the new ResMed Leak Valve (leak port with integrated anti-asphyxia valve) and therefore the Stellar 150 is Substantially Equivalent to the predicate device.
#### Substantial Equivalence
The Stellar 150 is substantial equivalent to the previously cleared predicate device Stellar 150 (K103167).
- Similar indication for use A
- Same operating principle A
- A Same technologies
- A Same manufacturing process
The extension of the indication for use can be realized by combining the Stellar 150 with the new developed ResMed Leak Valve. Especially the ResMed Leak Valve with its integrated anti-asphyxia valve (AAV) ensures that safety and effectiveness of the invasive use therapy is not affected adversely. Performance and side-by-side testing demonstrated that there is no significant difference in auversely. Forromanoo and the new ResMed Leak Valve (leak port with integrated anti-asphyxia valve).
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As the operating principle, the technology and the manufacturing process of the Stellar 150 device are identical to the Stellar 150 (K103167) design and verification activities which were performed on the previously cleared Stellar 150 as a result of the risk analysis and product requirements remain still valid. All tests confirmed the product met the predetermined acceptance criteria.
Thus the Stellar 150 with the modified indication for use is substantial equivalent to the previous cleared Stellar 150 device (K103167).
#### Conclusion
The indication for use is similar to the predicated device, whereas the technological characteristics, principles of operation and manufacturing process remain unchanged. Performance data of the new ResMed Leak Valve and side-by-side testing demonstrate that the new combination consisting of the ResMed Leak Valve and the Stellar 150 is as safe and effective as the Stellar 150 device (K103167). The Stellar 150 with modified indication for use is therefore substantially equivalent to the Stellar 150 device (K103167).
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ResMed Germany, Inc. C/O Mr. David D'Cruz Vice President, Clinical & Regulatory Affairs ResMed Corporation 9001 Spectrum Center Blvd. San Diego, California 92123
Re: K113640
Trade/Device Name: Stellar 150 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5895 Regulation Name: Continuous Ventilator Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MNT Dated: March 14, 2012 Received: March 19, 2012
#### Dear Mr. D'Cruz:
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 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) 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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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 Eederal 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); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); 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.
If vou desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices /ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
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) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
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Anthony D. Watson, B.S., M.S., M.B.A. 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):
K113640
Device Name:
Stellar 150
#### Indications for Use:
The device is intended to provide ventilation for non-dependent, spontaneously breathing adult and pediatric patients (30 lb / 13 kg and above) with respiratory insufficiency or respiratory failure, with or without obstructive sleep apnea. The device is for non-invasive use, or invasive use (with with of milliour. Operation of the device includes both stationary, such as in hospital or home, or mobile, such as wheelchair usage.
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| 510(k) Number: | February 6, 2012 | C89440 | Page 20 |
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Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.