The SERVE-HF study is used to support a new contraindication for ASV therapy in patients with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF ≤ 45%) and moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea.
Labeling change; Contraindication; Heart failure; ASV therapy; Safety
Clinical Evidence
Study Design
Population
Comparator
Key Endpoints
SERVE-HF; Randomized, parallel, event-driven, international multicenter study
1325 patients with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF ≤ 45%) and moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea; Sample Size: 1325; Number of Sites: International multicenter
Guideline-based medical management
Survival and cardiovascular outcomes
Indications for Use
The VPAP ADAPT SV is intended to provide non-invasive ventilatory support to treat adult patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and Respiratory Insufficiency caused by central and/or mixed apneas and periodic breathing. The VPAP Tx is indicated for the treatment of patients weighing more than 66 lb (> 30 kg) with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), respiratory insufficiency, central or mixed apneas, or periodic breathing. The VPAP TX is intended to be used in a clinical environment. The S9 VPAP Tx is indicated for the treatment and titration of patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), respiratory insufficiency, central or mixed apneas, or periodic breathing. CPAP, S, ST, T and PAC modes are indicated for patients weighing more than 30lb (13 kg); all other modes are indicated for patients weighing more than 66lb (30 kg). The S9 VPAP Tx is intended to be used in a clinical environment.
Device Story
Non-invasive flow generator devices (VPAP Adapt SV, VPAP Tx, S9 VPAP Tx) provide positive airway pressure therapy. Devices use blower-based systems with flow/pressure sensors and microprocessor-controlled electronics to deliver pressurized air via mask/tubing. Systems operate in various modes (CPAP, ASV, Bi-level, VAuto, etc.) to stabilize ventilation or maintain airway patency. Devices measure instantaneous ventilation and calculate target ventilation (90% of recent average) to servo-control support. Used in clinical environments or home settings by patients under physician guidance. Output allows clinicians to treat sleep-disordered breathing; therapy stabilizes ventilation and reduces apneas. ASV therapy is specifically contraindicated for patients with chronic symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) and reduced LVEF (≤45%) due to increased cardiovascular mortality risk identified in the SERVE-HF study.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data generated for these submissions. Labeling change is supported by the SERVE-HF study, a randomized, parallel, event-driven, international multicenter study of 1325 patients with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) and reduced LVEF (≤45%) with moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea, which demonstrated increased cardiovascular mortality risk with ASV therapy.
Technological Characteristics
Blower-based positive pressure systems; brushless low-voltage DC motors; centrifugal or multiple-impeller axial fans; servo-control loops for pressure regulation; power supply 100-240V, 50-60Hz. Software platforms include Nucleus Plus or Micrium uC/OS-II. Devices are non-invasive, non-life supporting ventilators.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients (VPAP Adapt SV) or patients >30kg (VPAP Tx/S9 VPAP Tx) with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), respiratory insufficiency, central/mixed apneas, or periodic breathing. Contraindicated in patients with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF ≤ 45%) and moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea.
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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ResMed Ltd c/o Ms. Larissa D'andrea Director, Government Regulatory Affairs ReMed Corps 9001 Spectrum Center Boulevard San Diego, California 92123
Re: K161487
Trade/Device Name: VPAP Adapt SV, VPAP Tx, S9 VPAP Tx Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5895 Regulation Name: Continuous Ventilator Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MNS Dated: August 10, 2016 Received: August 11, 2016
Dear Ms. D'andrea:
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.
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# Tejashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D.
Tejashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D. Clinical Deputy Director DAGRID/ODE/CDRH FOR
Tina Kiang, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Anesthesiology. General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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## Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement below.
510(k) Number (if known)
Device Name VPAP Adapt SV
Indications for Use (Describe)
The VPAP ADAPT SV is intended to provide non-invasive ventilatory support to treat adult patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and Respiratory Insufficiency caused by central and/or mixed apneas and periodic breathing.
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## Indications for Use
Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement below.
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510(k) Number (if known)
Device Name VPAP Tx
Indications for Use (Describe)
The VPAP TX is indicated for the treatment of patients weighing more than 66 lb (> 30 kg) with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), respiratory insufficiency, central or mixed apneas, or periodic breathing.
The VPAP TX is intended to be used in a clinical environment.
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
Device Name S9 VPAP Tx
Indications for Use (Describe)
The S9 VPAP Tx is indicated for the treatment and titration of patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), respiratory insufficiency, central or mixed apneas, or periodic breathing. CPAP, S, ST, T and PAC modes are indicated for patients weighing more than 30lb (13 kg); all other modes are indicated for patients weighing more than 66lb (30 kg). The S9 VPAP Tx is intended to be used in a clinical environment.
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# 510(k) Summary – VPAP Adapt SV
| Required | By Section 807.92 (c) |
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| Date Prepared | 18 May, 2016 |
| Owners Name | ResMed Ltd<br>1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive Bella<br>Vista, NSW 2153, Australia |
| Submitter | Jasjit Baveja<br>+ 61 2 8884 1518 (Phone)<br>+ 61 2 8884 2000 (FAX)<br>Jasjit.baveja@resmed.com.au |
| Official Contact | Larissa D'Andrea<br>Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs ResMed<br>Corp<br>9001 Spectrum Center Boulevard San<br>Diego, CA 92123<br>+1 858 836 6837 (Phone)<br>+1 858 836 5519 (Fax)<br>Larissa.D'Andrea@resmed.com |
| Product codes | 73 MNS |
| Class<br>Classification Reference<br>Common/Usual Name<br>Proprietary Name | II<br>21 CFR 868.5895, Product Code 73 MNS<br>Ventilator, Continuous, Non-Life Supporting<br>VPAP Adapt SV |
| Predicate device(s) | VPAP Adapt SV (K051364) |
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## Reason for submission
This 510(k) is being submitted as a labelling change for the following contraindication:
ASV therapy is contraindicated in patients with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF ≤ 45%) and moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea.
This contraindication is supported by SERVE-HF, which was a randomized, parallel, event-driven, international multicenter study in 1325 patients with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF≤45%) and moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea. The study investigated the effects of adding ASV to guideline-based medical management on survival and cardiovascular outcomes. The addition of ASV did not improve outcomes and showed an increased risk of cardiovascular mortality despite effective control of central sleep apnea.
#### Intended Use
The VPAP ADAPT SV is intended to provide non-invasive ventilatory support to treat adult patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and Respiratory caused by central and/or mixed apneas and periodic breathing.
### Substantial Equivalence
The new device has the following similarities to the previously cleared predicate devices.
- Same intended use
- Same operating principle
- Similar technologies
- . Same manufacturing process
ResMed has determined that the new device has not altered the safety and effectiveness of providing non- invasive ventilatory support for treatment for patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) and respiratory insufficiency caused by central and/or mixed apneas, and periodic breathing. The new device complies with the applicable requirements referenced in the FDA guidance documents:
- FDA Draft Reviewer Guidance for Ventilators (July 1995)
- FDA Reviewer Guidance for Premarket Notification Submissions (November 1993)
- FDA Reviewer's and Industry, Guidance for the content of premarket submissions for software contained in medical devices, May 1998
As this was a labelling change only, no further clinical testing was required to show substantial equivalence to the predicate device VPAP Adapt SV (K051364)
The new device is as safe and effective as the predicate device.
#### Device description
The VPAP Adapt SV is identical to the predicate device VPAP Adapt SV (K051364), using a blower based positive pressure system. The device platform is identical to the VPAP Adapt SV (K051364) and contains a blower (motorfan assembly), flow and pressure sensors, and processing electronics. The blower supplies pressurized air to the patient via a mask and air tubing.
The VPAP Adapt SV is a non-invasive flow generator device designed to provide adaptive servo-ventilation therapy to stabilize a patient's ventilation. The device continually measures instantaneous ventilation, and calculates a target ventilation equal to 90% of the patient's recent average ventilation (time constant 100 seconds). It then adjusts the degree of support to servo-control the patient's ventilation to at least equal the target ventilation.
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Therapy modes contained in the VPAP Adapt SV are
- CPAP mode;
- Auto Servo Ventilation (ASV) ●
Therapy modes come from the predicate VPAP Adapt SV (K051364).
| Characteristic | VPAP Adapt SV (K051364) | New Device (VPAP Adapt SV) | Comments |
|------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indication for<br>use | The VPAP ADAPT is intended to<br>provide non-invasive ventilatory<br>support to treat adult patients with<br>obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)<br>and Respiratory Insufficiency<br>caused by central and/or mixed<br>apneas and periodic breathing. | The VPAP ADAPT is intended to<br>provide non-invasive ventilatory<br>support to treat adult patients with<br>obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and<br>Respiratory Insufficiency caused by<br>central and/or mixed apneas and<br>periodic breathing. | Equivalent<br>Only labeling change to<br>include contraindication |
| Location of use | Hospital/Home | Hospital/Home | Equivalent |
| Pressure Range and Treatment Modes | 4-13 cm H2O (CPAP)<br>4-25 cm H2O (ASV) | 4-13 cm H2O (CPAP)<br>4-25 cm H2O (ASV) | Equivalent |
| RAMP<br>Settings | Feature enables a slow<br>increase in the patient airflow<br>to allow the patient to fall<br>asleep before the device<br>delivers the full pressure; the<br>timer may be set to 0 – 45<br>minute delay periods, in 5-<br>minutes increments | Feature enables a slow<br>increase in the patient airflow<br>to allow the patient to fall<br>asleep before the device<br>delivers the full pressure; the<br>timer may be set to 0 - 45<br>minute delay periods, in 5-<br>minutes increments | Equivalent |
| Flow generator<br>operating system | Nucleus Plus | Nucleus Plus | Equivalent |
| Motor Type | Brush-less low voltage DC | Brush-less low voltage DC | Equivalent |
| Fan Type | Centrifugal | Centrifugal | Equivalent |
| Electronic<br>Controller | Servo-control loop | Servo-control loop | Equivalent |
| Power supply | 100-240V, 50-60Hz | 100-240V, 50-60Hz | Equivalent |
# Conclusion
The VPAP Adapt SV is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, VPAP Adapt SV (K051364).
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| 510(k) Summary -VPAP Tx | |
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| Required | By Section 807.92 (c) |
| Date Prepared | 18 May, 2016 |
| Owners Name | ResMed Ltd<br>1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive<br>Bella Vista, NSW 2153, Australia |
| Submitter | Jasjit Baveja<br>+ 61 2 8884 1518 (Phone)<br>+ 61 2 8884 2000 (FAX)<br>Jasjit.baveja@resmed.com.au |
| Official Contact | Larissa D'Andrea<br>Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs<br>ResMed Corp<br>9001 Spectrum Center Boulevard<br>San Diego, CA 92123<br>+1 858 836 6837 (Phone)<br>+1 858 836 5519 (Fax)<br>Larissa.D'Andrea@resmed.com |
| Product codes | 73 MNS |
| Class<br>Classification Reference<br>Common/Usual Name<br>Proprietary Name | II<br>21 CFR 868.5895, Product Code 73 MNS<br>Ventilator, Continuous, Non-Life Supporting<br>VPAP Tx |
| Predicate device(s) | VPAP Tx (K092186) |
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#### Reason for submission
This 510(k) is being submitted as a labelling chanqe for the following contraindication:
ASV therapy is contraindicated in patients with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF ≤ 45%) and moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea.
This contraindication is supported by SERVE-HF, which was a randomized, parallel, event-driven, international multicenter study in 1325 patients with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF≤45%) and moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea. The study investigated the effects of adding ASV to quideline-based medical management on survival and cardiovascular outcomes. The addition of ASV did not improve outcomes and showed an increased risk of cardiovascular mortality despite effective control of central sleep apnea.
#### Indication for Use
The VPAP Tx is indicated for the treatment of patients weighing more than 66 lb (> 30 kq) with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), respiratory insufficiency, central or mixed apneas, or periodic breathing. The VPAP Tx is intended to be used in a clinical environment.
## Substantial Equivalence
The new device has the following similarities to the previously cleared predicate devices.
- Same intended use
- Same operating principle
- Similar technologies
- . Same manufacturing process
ResMed has determined that the new device has not altered the safety and effectiveness of treatment for patients with obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA), respiratory insufficiency central and/or mixed apneas, or periodic breathing who weigh more than 66 lb (>30 kg). The new device complies with the applicable requirements referenced in the FDA quidance documents:
- FDA Draft Reviewer Guidance for Ventilators (July 1995)
- FDA Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices (May 11, 2005)
- FDA Off-the-Shelf Software Use in Medical Devices (September 9,1999)
As this was a labelling change only, no further clinical testing was required to show substantial equivalence to the predicate device VPAP Tx (K092186).
The new device is as safe and effective as the predicate device.
## Device Description
The VPAP Tx is identical to the predicate device VPAP Tx (K092186), using a blower based positive pressure system. The device platform is identical to the VPAP Tx (K092186) and contains a Micro- processor controlled blower system that generates airway pressures as required to maintain an "air splint" for effective treatment of OSA and/or respiratory insufficiency.
The VPAP Tx system comprises the flow generator, patient interface) and optional humidifier.
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Therapy modes contained in the VPAP Tx are:
- СРАР
- · Auto-titrating
- Bi-level
- VAuto
- . ASV
These modes come from the VPAP Tx (K092186).
| Characteristic | VPAP Tx (K092186) | New Device (VPAP Tx) | Comments |
|------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indication for<br>use | The VPAP Tx is indicated for the<br>treatment of patients weighing<br>more than 66 lb (> 30 kg) with<br>obstructive sleep apnea (OSA),<br>respiratory insufficiency, central or<br>mixed apneas, or periodic<br>breathing.<br>The VPAP Tx is intended to be<br>used in a clinical environment. | The VPAP Tx is indicated for the<br>treatment of patients weighing more<br>than 66 lb (> 30 kg) with obstructive<br>sleep apnea (OSA), respiratory<br>insufficiency, central or mixed<br>apneas, or periodic breathing.<br>The VPAP Tx is intended to be used<br>in a clinical environment. | Equivalent<br>Only labeling change to<br>include contraindication |
| Location of use | Hospital/Home | Hospital/Home | Equivalent |
| Pressure Range and Treatment Modes | | | |
| | 4-20 cm H2O (CPAP) | 4-20 cm H2O (CPAP) | Equivalent: |
| | 4-20 cm H2O (Autoset) | 4-20 cm H2O (Autoset) | |
| | 3-30 cm H2O (Bilevel) | 3-30 cm H2O (Bilevel) | |
| | 4-25 cm H2O (VAuto)<br>4-25 cm H2O (ASV) | 4-25 cm H2O (VAuto)<br>4-25 cm H2O (ASV) | |
| Flow generator<br>operating system | ResMed proprietary 'FG Engine'<br>using Diamond architecture | ResMed proprietary 'FG Engine'<br>using Diamond architecture | Equivalent |
| Motor Type | Brush-less low voltage DC | Brush-less low voltage DC | Equivalent |
| Fan Type | Centrifugal | Centrifugal | Equivalent |
| Electronic<br>Controller | Servo-control loop | Servo-control loop | Equivalent |
| Power supply | 100-240V, 50-60Hz | 100-240V, 50-60Hz | Equivalent |
# Conclusion
The VPAP Tx is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, VPAP Tx (K092186).
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# 510(k) Summary – S9 VPAP Tx
| Required | By Section 807.92 (c) |
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| Date Prepared | 18 May, 2016 |
| Owners Name | ResMed Ltd<br>1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive<br>Bella Vista, NSW 2153, Australia |
| Submitter | Jasjit Baveja<br>+ 61 2 8884 1518 (Phone)<br>+ 61 2 8884 2000 (FAX)<br>Jasjit.baveja@resmed.com.au |
| Official Contact | Larissa D'Andrea<br>Director, Government & Requlatory Affairs<br>ResMed Corp<br>9001 Spectrum Center Boulevard<br>San Diego, CA 92123<br>+1 858 836 6837 (Phone)<br>+1 858 836 5519 (Fax)<br>Larissa.D'Andrea@resmed.com |
| Product codes | 73 MNS |
| Class<br>Classification Reference<br>Common/Usual Name<br>Proprietary Name | <br>21 CFR 868.5895, Product Code 73 MNS<br>Ventilator, Continuous, Non-Life Supporting<br>S9 VPAP Tx |
| Predicate device(s) | S9 VPAP Tx (K123511) |
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### Reason for submission
This 510(k) is being submitted as a labelling change for the following contraindication:
ASV therapy is contraindicated in patients with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF ≤ 45%) and moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea.
This contraindication is supported by SERVE-HF, which was a randomized, parallel, event-driven, international multicenter study in 1325 patients with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF≤45%) and moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea. The study investigated the effects of adding ASV to quideline-based medical management on survival and cardiovascular outcomes. The addition of ASV did not improve outcomes and showed an increased risk of cardiovascular mortality despite effective control of central sleep apnea.
#### Indication for Use
The S9 VPAP Tx is indicated for the treatment and titration of patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), respiratory insufficiency, central or mixed apneas, or periodic breathing. CPAP, S, ST, T and PAC modes are indicated for patients weighing more than 30lb (13 kg); all other modes are indicated for patients weighing more than 66lb (30 kg).
The S9 VPAP Tx is intended to be used in a clinical environment.
## Substantial Equivalence
The new device has the following similarities to the previously cleared predicate devices.
- Same intended use ●
- Same operating principle
- . Similar technologies
- Same manufacturing process
ResMed has determined that the new device has not altered the safety and effectiveness of treatment for patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA), central and/or mixed apneas, or periodic breathing who weigh more than 66 lb (>30 kq).
The new device complies with the applicable requirements referenced in the FDA guidance documents:
- FDA Draft Reviewer Guidance for Ventilators (July 1995)
- FDA Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices (May 11, 2005)
As this was a labelling change only, no further clinical testing was required to show substantial equivalence to the predicate device S9 VPAP Tx (K123511).
The new device is as safe and effective as the predicate device.
## Device Description
The S9 VPAP Tx is identical to the predicate device S9 VPAP Tx (K123511), using a blower based positive pressure system. The device platform is identical to the S9 VPAP Tx (K092186) and contains a Micro- processor controlled blower system that generates airway pressures as required to maintain an "air splint" for effective treatment of OSA and/or respiratory insufficiency.
The S9 VPAP Tx comprises the flow generator, patient interface) and optional humidifier.
Therapy modes contained in the VPAP Tx are
- . СРАР
- . Auto-titrating
- o Bi-level
- o VAuto
- ASV
These modes come from the S9 VPAP Tx (K123511).
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| Characteristic | S9 VPAP Tx (K123511) | New Device (S9 VPAP Tx) | Comments |
|------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indication for<br>use | The S9 VPAP Tx is indicated<br>for the treatment and titration of<br>patients with obstructive sleep<br>apnea (OSA), respiratory<br>insufficiency, central or mixed<br>apneas, or periodic breathing.<br>CPAP, S, ST, T and PAC<br>modes are indicated for<br>patients weighing more than<br>30lb (13 kg); all other modes<br>are indicated for patients<br>weighing more than 66lb (30<br>kg).<br>The S9 VPAP Tx is intended to<br>be used in a clinical<br>environment. | The S9 VPAP Tx is indicated for<br>the treatment and titration of<br>patients with obstructive sleep<br>apnea (OSA), respiratory<br>insufficiency, central or mixed<br>apneas, or periodic breathing.<br>CPAP, S, ST, T and PAC modes<br>are indicated for patients<br>weighing more than 30lb (13 kg);<br>all other modes are indicated for<br>patients weighing more than<br>66lb (30 kg).<br>The S9 VPAP Tx is intended to<br>be used in a clinical<br>environment. | Equivalent<br>Only labeling change<br>to include<br>contraindication |
| Location of use | Hospital/Home | Hospital/Home | Equivalent |
| Pressure Range and Treatment Modes | 4-20 cm H2O (CPAP)<br>3-30 cm H2O (Bi-level)<br>3-25 cm H2O (VAuto)<br>3-30 cm H2O (ASV)<br>3-30 cm H2O (ASVAuto) | 4-20 cm H2O (CPAP)<br>3-30 cm H2O (Bi-level)<br>3-25 cm H2O (VAuto)<br>3-30 cm H2O (ASV)<br>3-30 cm H2O (ASVAuto) | Equivalent: |
| Flow generator<br>operating system | Micrium uC/OS-II Software/digital | Micrium uC/OS-II Software/digital | Equivalent |
| Motor Type | Brush-less low voltage DC | Brush-less low voltage DC | Equivalent |
| Fan Type | Multiple impeller axial motor | Multiple impeller axial motor | Equivalent |
| Electronic Controller | Servo-control loop | Servo-control loop | Equivalent |
| Power supply | 100-240V, 50-60Hz | 100-240V, 50-60Hz | Equivalent |
# Conclusion
The S9 VPAP Tx is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, S9 VPAP Tx (K123511).
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
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.