Apex Medical Corp. iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series
Applicant
Apex Medical Corp.
Product Code
BZD · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
Sep 15, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.5905
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
This device is intended to provide continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for the treatment of adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) patients who are spontaneously breathing. It is intended for single patient reuse in the home environment.
Device Story
The iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series is a non-continuous ventilator providing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or auto-titrating pressure (APAP) to treat adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea. The device takes ambient air, pressurizes it via an internal blower, and delivers it to the patient through a mask. It includes a built-in heated humidifier to reduce dryness. The device features Pressure Variation Algorithm (PVA) to provide pressure relief during expiration. It is intended for single-patient reuse in home environments. Healthcare providers prescribe the device and set parameters; patients operate the device daily. The device monitors breathing patterns to automatically titrate pressure and manage apnea/hypopnea events. Output is delivered as pressurized air; clinical benefit includes symptom relief and treatment of OSA.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data presented. Verification included safety/EMC (ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2), firmware validation, noise testing (ISO 11201/7779), performance testing (ISO 17510-1, ISO 8185), PVA function comparison, and biocompatibility (ISO 10993).
Technological Characteristics
Non-continuous ventilator; 4-20 cmH2O pressure range; 22mm air outlet. Materials include plastic impeller. Power: 60W (24V DC). Features: heated humidifier, APAP auto-titration, PVA (3 levels), altitude/pressure compensation. Standards: ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 17510-1, ISO 8185, ISO 10993 series. Connectivity: Not specified.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) who are spontaneously breathing. Intended for home use.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A noncontinuous ventilator (intermittent positive pressure breathing-IPPB) is a device intended to deliver intermittently an aerosol to a patient's lungs or to assist a patient's breathing.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
September 15, 2015
Apex Medical Corp. Mr. Frank Lin Director of Quality Management Division No. 9, Min Sheng St. Tu-Cheng District New Taipei City, 23679 Taiwan
Re: K150111
Trade/Device Name: iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5905 Regulation Name: Noncontinuous Ventilator (Ippb) Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: BZD Dated: August 14, 2015 Received: August 17, 2015
Dear Mr. Frank Lin:
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 Federal Register.
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
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Sincerely yours,
Tejashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D.
Tejashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D. Clinical Deputy Director DAGRID/ODE/CDRH FOR
Erin I. Keith, M.S. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control, and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K150111
Device Name iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series
Indications for Use (Describe)
This device is intended to provide continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for the treatment of adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) patients who are spontaneously breathing. It is intended for single patient reuse in the home environment.
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# 510(k) Summary- iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX series
Date Prepared: 8/14/2015
| Applicant name: | Apex Medical Corp. |
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| Contact Person: | Frank Lin |
| Address: | No.9, Min Sheng St., Tu-Cheng, New Taipei City, 23679, Taiwan |
| Phone number: | 886-2-22683100 |
| Fax numbers: | 886-2-22686525 |
| Device name | Trade name: Apex Medical Corp. iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series |
| | Common name: CPAP |
| | Classification name: |
| | Non-continuous ventilator Class II in accordance with 21 CFR 868.5905 |
| Classification | VENTILATOR, NON-CONTINUOUS (RESPIRATOR) |
| | Regulation Number: 868.5905 |
| | Medical Specialty: Anesthesiology |
| | Product Code: BZD |
| | Device Class: II |
| Predicate Device | APEX MEDICAL CORP. iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX series (K141522) |
| Reason for Submission | Modification of original APEX MEDICAL CORP. iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX series |
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### Indications for Use
This device is intended to provide continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for the treatment of adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) patients who are spontaneously breathing. It is intended for single patient reuse in the home environment.
## Device Description
The modified iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series is a modification of predicate iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX (K141522). It changed the material of impeller as well as PCB layout compare to the predicate device. A built-in heated humidifier of iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series is designed to increase the humidity of the air from the CPAP thereby relieving the symptoms of a dry nose and throat resulting from constant airflow that some patients may experience.
### Substantial Equivalence
The new device has the following similarities to the previously cleared predicate device(s)
- A Same intended use
- A Same operating principle
- A Same technology
- A Same manufacturing process
| Device<br>Characteristic | Modified<br>iCH CPAP with PVA<br>9S-007XXX series<br>(New Device) | Predicate<br>iCH CPAP with PVA<br>9S-007XXX<br>(K141522) | Comment |
|--------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Intended user | Adult | Adult | Equivalent |
| Air Outlet | 22mm | 22mm | Equivalent |
| User | single patient reuse | single patient reuse | Equivalent |
| Operating Environment | +5 ~ 35℃<br>15 ~ 95%<br>Non-condensing | +5 ~ 35℃<br>15 ~ 95%<br>Non-condensing | Equivalent |
| Pressure Range | 4 ~ 20 cmH2O | 4 ~ 20 cmH2O | Equivalent |
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| Device<br>Characteristic | Modified<br>iCH CPAP with PVA<br>9S-007XXX series<br>(New Device) | Predicate<br>iCH CPAP with PVA<br>9S-007XXX<br>(K141522) | Comment |
|-------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Pressure Increment | 0.5 cmH2O | 0.5 cmH2O | Equivalent |
| Pressure Ramp Time | 0~45 min, 5 minutes<br>per step | 0~45 min, 5 minutes<br>per step | Equivalent |
| Pressure Compensate | Yes | Yes | Equivalent |
| Altitude Compensate | Yes | Yes | Equivalent |
| Automatically Titrates<br>Pressure in APAP Mode | Yes (iCH Auto) | Yes (iCH Auto) | Equivalent |
| Expiration Pressure<br>Release<br>(PVA) | Yes<br>Three Constant<br>Levels (C1, C2, C3) | Yes<br>Three Constant<br>Levels (C1, C2, C3) | Equivalent |
| Alarm System | Error 001~005<br>Warning 001~007,<br>Low P | Error 001~005<br>Warning 001~007,<br>Low P | Equivalent |
| Impeller Material of<br>Blower | Plastic | Aluminum | Equivalent |
| Power Supply | 60W (DC 24V, 2.5A) | 90W (DC 24V, 3.75A) | Equivalent |
| Heater Platform | 60W (DC 24V, 2.5A) | 90W (DC 24V, 3.75A) | Equivalent |
Table of comparison with predicate devices
Design verification tests were performed on the new device(s) based on the risk analysis and product requirements. In addition, the PVA function test was conducted with predicate device(s). The verified items are as follows:
- (1) Safety and EMC: according to ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1: 2005+C1:09+A2:10, IEC 60601-1-2: 2007 (Edition 3) and FDA reviewer guidance 638 (Excerpts Related to EMI from November 1993 Anesthesiology and Respiratory Devices Branch (includes EMI standard)).
- Firmware Validation: FDA Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions (2) for Software Contained in Medical Devices (May 11, 2005)
- Noise Test (Refer to ISO 11201:2010/ ISO 7779:2010) (3)
- Performance Tests (Refer to ISO 17510-1:2007): (4)
- a) Pressure Long-term Stability Test
- b) Dynamic Pressure Stability
- c) Static Pressure Stability
- d) Maximum Temperature
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- e) Maximum Flow
- Limitation of Maximum Pressure f)
- g) Overflow Test
- h) Expected Useful Life Validation
- Humidification Performance (Refer to ISO 8185:2007) i)
- PVA Function Comparison Test (5)
- a) Endurance Operation and Dynamic Testing (Refer to ISO 17510-1:2007)
- b) APAP Auto titration & AHI Test
- c) The comparison for PVA Waveform with different breathing frequencies and flow volumes
- d) PVA feature handling conditions of disordered breathing (apneas and hypopneas)
- e) The comparison for PVA Waveform upper and lower pressure control
- Comparison for PVA Pressure Average and Tolerance Error f)
- g) Performance Characteristics of PVA Comparison
- Biocompatibility Assessment (6)
- a) Genotoxicity, Carcinogenicity and reproductive toxicity test (ISO 10993-3:2003)
- b) In vitro cytotoxicity test (ISO 10993-5:2009)
- c) Implantation test (ISO 10993-6:2007)
- d) Irritation and skin sensitization (ISO 10993-10:2010)
- e) Systemic toxicity (ISO 10993-11:2006)
- Particle Test: Refer US EPA PM2.5:1997 (7)
- VOC Test: Refer US EPA TO-15:1999 (8)
The modified iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series complies with the applicable voluntary and mandatory standards as following:
- (1) ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1:2005+C1:09+A2:10. Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1: General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance (FDA recognition number: 19-5)
- (2) IEC 60601-1-2:2007. Medical electrical equipment Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements and tests. (FDA recognition number: 19-1)
- (3) FDA reviewer guidance 638 (Excerpts Related to EMI from November 1993
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Anesthesiology and Respiratory Devices Branch (includes EMI standard)
- (4) FDA Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices (May 11, 2005)
- (5) ISO 5367:2000. Breathing tubes intended for use with anaesthetic apparatus and ventilators. (FDA recognition number: 1-46)
- (6) ISO 11201:2010. Noise emitted by machinery and equipment -- Determination of emission sound pressure levels at a work station and at other specified positions in an essentially free field over a reflecting plane with negligible environmental corrections.
- (7) ISO 7779:2010. Measurement of airborne noise emitted by information technology and telecommunications equipment.
- (8) ISO 17510-1:2007. Sleep apnoea breathing therapy -- Part 1: Sleep apnoea breathing therapy equipment.
- (9) ISO 8185:2007. Respiratory tract humidifiers for medical use -- Particular requirements for respiratory humidification systems.
- (10) Determination Of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) In Air Collected In Specially-Prepared Canisters And Analyzed By Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS):1999.
- (11) US EPA National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) PM2.5:1997.
- (12) ISO 10993-1:2009/(R) 2013. Biological Evaluation Of Medical Devices -- Part 1: Evaluation And Testing Within A Risk Management Process. (FDA recognition number: 2-156)
- (13) ISO 10993-3:2003. Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 3: Tests for genotoxicity, carcinogenicity and reproductive toxicity. (FDA recognition number: 2-175)
- (14) ISO 10993-5:2009. Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity. (FDA recognition number: 2-153)
- (15) ISO 10993-6:2007. Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 6: Tests for local effects after implantation. (FDA recognition number: 2-120)
- (16) ISO 10993-10:2010. Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization. (FDA recognition number: 2-173)
- (17) ISO 10993-11:2006. Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 11: Tests for systemic toxicity. (FDA recognition number: 2-176)
- (18) IEC 60601-1-11:2010. Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-11: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Requirements For Medical Electrical Equipment And Medical Electrical Systems
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Apex Medical Corp.
Used In The Home Healthcare Environment. (FDA recognition number: 19-6)
In conclusion, the above tests demonstrate that the modified iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series perform as safe and effective as the predicate device - iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX (K141522). The relevant test reports are described in this submission. Therefore, we state that the modified iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series is substantially equivalent to the predicate device - iCH CPAP with PVA 9S-007XXX Series (K141522).
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