K162131 · Respiratory Motion, Inc. · BZK · May 9, 2017 · Anesthesiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K162131
Device Name
ExSpiron 1Xi
Applicant
Respiratory Motion, Inc.
Product Code
BZK · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
May 9, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.1850
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
AI/ML, Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
Sponsor
RWD Sources
RWE Use Summary
Key Tags
K162131 · May 9, 2017
ExSpiron 1Xi
Respiratory Motion, Inc.
Historical clinical cohort data; Multi-year patient population respiratory data
The device's proprietary, non-linear, regressive model was trained and refined using a large historical cohort of respiratory data collected over three years across diverse patient populations to improve accuracy.
Algorithm training; Historical cohort; Retrospective data
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
Historical Cohort Training Dataset; Retrospective analysis of historical clinical data; Follow-up/Duration: 3 years; Study Period: 3 years
Diverse patient populations; Sample Size: Thousands of data points
Not applicable for this study
Algorithm accuracy for respiratory parameters (MV, TV, RR)
AI Performance
Output
Algorithm
Acceptance
Observed
Dev DS
Dev Readers
Test DS
Test Readers
Minute Ventilation
Non-linear regressive model
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11.5% (Overall Accuracy)
Large historical cohort and thousands of additional data points
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Clinical study in Waltham, MA: 20 subjects
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Tidal Volume
Non-linear regressive model
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11.4% (Overall Accuracy)
Large historical cohort and thousands of additional data points
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Clinical study in Waltham, MA: 20 subjects
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Respiratory Rate
Non-linear regressive model
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0.08% (Overall Accuracy)
Large historical cohort and thousands of additional data points
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Clinical study in Waltham, MA: 20 subjects
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Indications for Use
ExSpiron 1Xi is indicated for use by healthcare professionals in healthcare facilities, such as post-operative care and critical care units, to monitor breathing in adult (at least 21 years old) patients. ExSpiron 1Xi is a non-invasive monitor that graphically displays lung volume against time and reports an approximate value of: * Minute Ventilation (MV) * Tidal volume (TV) * Respiratory rate (RR) ExSpiron 1Xi measurements are used as an adjunct to other clinical information.
Device Story
ExSpiron 1Xi is a non-invasive respiratory monitoring system for use in healthcare facilities by clinicians. It utilizes thoracic bioimpedance to measure respiratory parameters. A single-patient use electrode padset applied to the patient's torso delivers a low-current (50 kHz) signal and records impedance changes. The monitor enclosure contains a high-frequency current generator and signal conditioning circuitry; a tablet PC performs signal processing, calibration, and GUI display. The device provides real-time graphical traces of lung volume over time and scalar values for minute ventilation, tidal volume, and respiratory rate. These measurements serve as an adjunct to other clinical information, assisting healthcare providers in assessing patient respiratory status. The system eliminates the need for patient-specific calibration required by the predicate, improving usability in basic monitoring modes.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical study (n=20, age 22-80, BMI 19-42) compared ExSpiron 1Xi to the predicate device. Subjects performed 20 breathing tests in two sessions (24 hours apart). Primary endpoints included bias, precision, and accuracy for Minute Ventilation, Tidal Volume, and Respiratory Rate. Overall accuracy was 11.5% for MV, 11.4% for TV, and 0.08% for RR. Results demonstrate clinically relevant accuracy over a 24-hour period.
Technological Characteristics
Thoracic bioimpedance sensing; 50 kHz low-current signal. Formed ABS plastic housing. Single-patient use biocompatible electrode padset. Windows tablet PC for processing/GUI. Compliant with IEC 60601-1 (safety), IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC/EMI), IEC 60601-1-6/62366 (usability), and IEC 60601-1-8 (alarms).
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients (≥21 years) in healthcare facilities (e.g., post-operative, critical care) for non-invasive monitoring of breathing parameters.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A monitoring spirometer is a device used to measure continuously a patient's tidal volume (volume of gas inhaled by the patient during each respiration cycle) or minute volume (the tidal volume multiplied by the rate of respiration for 1 minute) for the evaluation of the patient's ventilatory status.
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May 9, 2017
Respiratory Motion, Inc. Susan Hamann Director of Quality and Regulatory 411 Waverly Oaks Road, Building 1, Suite 150 Waltham, Massachusetts 02452
Re: K162131
Trade/Device Name: ExSpiron™ 1Xi Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.1850 Regulation Name: Monitoring Spirometer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: BZK, BZQ Dated: April 5, 2017 Received: April 10, 2017
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K162131
Device Name ExSpiron 1Xi
Indications for Use (Describe)
ExSpiron 1Xi is indicated for use by healthcare professionals in healthcare facilities, such as post-operative care and critical care units, to monitor breathing in adult (at least 21 years old) patients.
ExSpiron 1Xi is a non-invasive monitor that graphically displays lung volume against time and reports an approximate value of:
* Minute Ventilation (MV)
* Tidal volume (TV)
* Respiratory rate (RR)
ExSpiron 1Xi measurements are used as an adjunct to other clinical information.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) Summary – Traditional 510(k)
| 510(k) Owner: | Respiratory Motion, Inc. |
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| Address: | 411 Waverley Oaks Road<br>Building 1, Suite 150<br>Waltham, Massachusetts 02452 |
| Phone: | 781-373-1636 |
| Fax: | 781-373-1653 |
| Contact<br>person: | Jenny Freeman, MD |
| Date 510(k)<br>Summary prepared and<br>type of 510(k): | May 9, 2017 – Traditional 510(k) |
| Trade name: | ExSpironTM 1Xi |
| Common<br>name: | Respiratory Monitoring System |
| Classifications: | Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.1850<br>Regulation Name: Monitoring Spirometer<br>Regulatory Class: II<br>Product Code: BZK, BZQ |
| Predicate<br>devices: | ExSpiron 1Xi Respiratory Monitor, marketed by Respiratory Motion, Inc, Waltham, MA (K130170). |
| Device<br>Description: | The ExSpiron 1Xi is a noninvasive respiratory monitoring system that graphically displays<br>lung volume against time and reports Minute Ventilation, Tidal Volume and Respiratory Rate.<br><br>The ExSpiron 1Xi system consists of:<br>Monitor:<br>The Monitor contains a bioimpedance measurement system and a tablet PC housed within a single enclosure.<br>Bioimpedance measurement system: The Monitor incorporates a stabilized high frequency current generator and an adaptive circuit that conditions the resulting voltage signal and converts it to digital form. Firmware within the Monitor performs signal acquisition and relays data to the tablet PC. Computer: A tablet PC performs signal processing and calibration, and runs the graphical user interface (GUI). The PC takes user input from a touch screen through a virtual keyboard and mouse. The GUI is used for recording patient data and displaying the respiratory trace as well as scalar values and trends for minute ventilation, tidal volume, and respiratory rate. |
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| | A Single-Patient Use Electrode PadSet is placed on the skin of the patient's torso. It<br>delivers current to, and records impedance measurements from, the skin. The Electrode<br>PadSet for the ExSpiron 1Xi is identical to that cleared for the Predicate device. | | | | |
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| Intended use: | ExSpiron 1Xi is indicated for use by healthcare professionals in healthcare facilities, such as<br>post-operative care and critical care units, to monitor breathing in adult (at least 21 years old)<br>patients.<br>ExSpiron 1Xi is a non-invasive monitor that graphically displays lung volume against time and<br>reports an approximate value of:<br>* Minute Ventilation (MV)<br>* Tidal volume (TV)<br>* Respiratory rate (RR)<br>ExSpiron 1Xi measurements are used as an adjunct to other clinical information. | | | | |
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| Comparison of<br>technological<br>characteristics: | Characteristic | ExSpiron 1 (Proposed Device) | ExSpironTM1Xi<br>(Predicate) K130170 | Comment |
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| | Intended Use | ExSpiron 1Xi is indicated for use<br>by healthcare professionals in<br>healthcare facilities, such as post-<br>operative care and critical care<br>units, to monitor breathing in adult<br>(at least 21 years old) patients | ExSpiron 1Xi is indicated for use by<br>healthcare professionals in<br>healthcare facilities, such as post-<br>operative care and critical care units,<br>to monitor breathing in adult (at<br>least 21 years old) patients | Both the proposed device and the predicate have an identical intended<br>use. |
| | | Each ExSpiron 1Xi is a<br>noninvasive system that<br>graphically displays lung volume<br>against time and reports an<br>approximate value of:<br>• Tidal volume<br>• Respiratory rate, and<br>• Minute ventilation. | Each ExSpiron 1Xi is a noninvasive<br>system that graphically displays<br>lung volume against time and<br>reports an approximate value of:<br>• Tidal volume<br>• Respiratory rate, and<br>• Minute ventilation. | |
| | | ExSpiron 1Xi measurements are<br>used as an adjunct to other clinical<br>information sources. | ExSpiron 1Xi measurements are<br>used as an adjunct to other clinical<br>information sources. | |
| | Technology | Measurement is by thoracic<br>bioimpedance. | Measurement is by thoracic<br>bioimpedance. | Both the proposed device and the predicate have identical technology. |
| | Volume<br>Measurements | Tidal volume<br>Minute volume<br>Volume vs. time chart | Tidal volume<br>Minute volume<br>Volume vs. time chart | Both the proposed device and the predicate measure the same<br>respiratory volumes. |
| | Rate<br>Measurements | Respiratory rate (breaths/min) | Respiratory rate (breaths/min) | Both the proposed device and the predicate measure respiratory rate. |
| | Safety | IEC 60601-1, including electrical<br>and mechanical safety | IEC 60601-1, including electrical<br>and mechanical safety | Both the proposed device and the predicate have the same electrical<br>safety profile and are compliant with IEC 60601-1. |
| | Energy Source | The bioimpedance output signal is<br>generated internally to the<br>ExSpiron Monitor. It is a low<br>current signal at approximately 50<br>kHz. | The bioimpedance output signal is<br>generated internally to the ExSpiron<br>Monitor. It is a low current signal at<br>approximately 50 kHz. | Both the proposed device and the predicate have the same energy<br>source. |
| Algorithm | A software algorithm calculates<br>respiratory parameters using a<br>proprietary, non-linear, regressive<br>model trained with a dataset<br>containing respiratory data from a<br>large historical cohort. The<br>algorithm was refined for the<br>ExSpiron 1Xi- using thousands of<br>additional data points collected<br>over the last 3 years in a wide<br>variety of patient populations.<br>With the additional training data,<br>the algorithm now provides<br>accurate respiratory volumes<br>without patient-specific | A software algorithm calculates<br>respiratory parameters using a<br>proprietary, non-linear, regressive<br>model trained with a dataset<br>containing respiratory data from a<br>large historical cohort. | Both the proposed device and the predicate have essentially the same<br>firmware, except the proposed device has been refined with thousands<br>of additional data points that result in a more accurate estimate of<br>respiratory parameters than the predicate. | |
| Enclosure | calibration.<br>Formed plastic (ABS) housing,<br>flame-retardant. | Formed plastic (ABS) housing,<br>flame-retardant. | Both the proposed device and the predicate have the same enclosure<br>material. | |
| EMC/EMI<br>Compliance | IEC 60601-1-2 compliant | IEC 60601-1-2 compliant | Both the proposed device and the predicate are 60601-1-2 compliant. | |
| Electrode<br>PadSet | Single-patient use, biocompatible,<br>printed padset. | Single-patient use, biocompatible,<br>printed padset. | Both the proposed device and the predicate use the same electrode<br>padset. | |
| Impedance<br>Measurement<br>Range | 15 Ohms to 180 Ohms | 15 Ohms to 180 Ohms | Both the proposed device and the predicate have the same<br>measurement range. | |
| Tablet<br>Computer | Windows tablet computer. | Windows tablet computer. | Following FDA clearance of the predicate (K130170), a "letter to file"<br>change was made to substitute an equivalent Windows tablet<br>computer in the device (See "Letter to File" changes; Section 21b in<br>this 510(k) filing). | |
| Biocompatibility | Neither the Monitor nor the<br>Patient Cable are intended for<br>patient contact. The Electrode<br>PadSet is biocompatible. | Neither the Monitor nor the Patient<br>Cable are intended for patient<br>contact. The Electrode PadSet is<br>biocompatible. | Both the proposed device and the predicate have identical<br>biocompatibility. | |
| Usability | ISO 60601-1-6 compliant | ISO 60601-1-6 compliant | Both the proposed device and the predicate have the same usability<br>when used in the Volume Synchronization and Percent Baseline<br>modes of operation. In the Basic Monitoring mode that has been<br>introduced in the proposed device, the calibration step that was<br>required for the predicate device has been eliminated. | |
| Accuracy | MV - 11.5%<br>TV - 11.4%<br>RR - 0.1% | MV - 10.7%<br>TV - 10.4%<br>RR - 0.1% | Details of the accuracy of the proposed device versus the predicate are<br>included in Section 20: Performance Testing - Clinical. | |
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| Respiratory Motion, Inc. | | | 09 May 2017 | | |
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| Nonclinical<br>testing: | Nonclinical testing was performed to demonstrate the equivalence of the ExSpiron 1Xi to<br>the predicate. The FDA recognized tests that were completed are listed below. See<br>Section 9.0; Declarations of Conformity and Summary Reports for details of the testing. | | | | |
| | - Basic Safety and Essential Performance (IEC 60601-1; Ed. 3.0) - Pass,<br>- Immunity/Emissions (IEC 60601-1-2; Ed. 3.0) - Pass,<br>- Usability (IEC 60601-1-6; 2010, A1:2013 and 62366;2007, A1:2014) –<br>Pass, and<br>- Alarms (IEC 60601-1-8; 2006) - Pass. | | | | |
| | Other tests which are not FDA recognized were also completed. The following non-FDA<br>recognized tests were performed and each achieved favorable results: | | | | |
| | - Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IEC code) (IEC 60529;<br>2004)<br>- Packaged products weighing 150 lbs (68 kg) or less (ISTA Procedure<br>1A; 2014)<br>- ECG Trunk Cables and patient lead wires (ANSI EC53; 2013) | | | | |
| | The results of this testing demonstrate that the proposed device is equivalent to the<br>predicate in safety and essential performance. | | | | |
| Clinical<br>performance<br>testing: | A clinical study was conducted in Waltham MA, USA to compare simultaneous<br>measurements from the ExSpiron 1Xi and the predicate device. Twenty subjects<br>representing a broad range of intended patients participated in the study. (Age range: 22-<br>80, BMI range: 19-42 with 9 female, 11 male). The study involved two sessions for each<br>subject, an initial session in which electrodes were applied and each subject performed<br>twenty breathing tests. Tidal volume, minute ventilation, and respiratory rate were<br>measured and processed by both the Predicate and the Proposed device. Each subject<br>returned twenty-four hours after the first session with the original electrodes still attached.<br>A second set of twenty breathing tests were performed. | | | | |
| | The results of the clinical study were: | | | | |
| | | Proposed ExSpiron 1Xi /Predicate<br>ExSpiron 1Xi Comparison | Minute<br>Ventilation | Tidal<br>Volume | Respiratory<br>Rate |
| | Bias | Overall | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.01% |
| | | Day 1 | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.02% |
| | | Day 2 | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.00% |
| | Precision | Overall | 7.0% | 6.9% | 0.08% |
| | | Day 1 | 5.2% | 5.1% | 0.11% |
| | | Day 2 | 5.1% | 5.1% | 0.00% |
| | Accuracy | Overall | 11.5% | 11.4% | 0.08% |
| | | Day 1 | 10.1% | 10.1% | 0.11% |
| | | Day 2 | 12.3% | 12.3% | 0.00% |
| | The results indicate clinically relevant accuracy over a 24-hour period. | | | | |
| Conclusions<br>regarding<br>safety and<br>effectiveness: | Based on the comparison of the intended use of the predicate and the proposed device, and<br>on the results of nonclinical and clinical testing, the proposed ExSpiron 1Xi is substantially<br>equivalent to the predicate and is as safe and as effective as the predicate. | | | | |
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