CUFF-ABLE PLUS

K990412 · Vital Signs, Inc. · DXQ · Sep 1, 1999 · Cardiovascular

Device Facts

• Record ID: K990412
• Device Name: CUFF-ABLE PLUS
• Applicant: Vital Signs, Inc.
• Product Code: DXQ · Cardiovascular
• Decision Date: Sep 1, 1999
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 870.1120
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Pediatric

Intended Use

The CUFF-ABLE PLUS™ blood pressure cuff is used in conjunction with non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems by personnel properly trained in the use of manual and automatic sphygmomanometers. The device is non-sterile and is intended as a single patient use disposable device and is available in child and adult sizes.

Device Story

Disposable, non-sterile blood pressure cuff; soft fabric with integral bladder; hook and loop closure; one or two tubes for connection to non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems. Treated with antimicrobial agent to inhibit bacterial/fungal growth, mildew, and odors. Used by trained clinicians in clinical settings for indirect blood pressure measurement. Single patient use. Provides physical interface between patient limb and monitoring system; facilitates accurate pressure transmission for blood pressure determination.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Performance compared to predicate CUFF-ABLE® cuff using ANSI/AAMI SP-9, 1994 standards. Metrics included hook, fabric, and flange seal strengths, seal burst, cuff closure, pressure capacity, and repeated inflation cycles. Results confirmed functional equivalence.

Technological Characteristics

Non-latex soft fabric cuff with integral bladder; hook and loop closure; antimicrobial treatment. Dimensions: child to adult sizes. Connectivity: pneumatic tubing for non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems. Standards: ANSI/AAMI SP-9, 1994.

Indications for Use

Indicated for use with non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems by trained personnel for manual or automatic sphygmomanometry. Available in child and adult sizes for single patient use.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A blood pressure cuff is a device that has an inflatable bladder in an inelastic sleeve (cuff) with a mechanism for inflating and deflating the bladder. The cuff is used in conjunction with another device to determine a subject's blood pressure.

Predicate Devices

• PyMaH Corp., Pregaged® Cuff with Antimicrobial Treatment (K884421)
• Vital Signs, Inc., CUFF-ABLE® (Biomedical Dynamics) (K911213)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Z-99 THU 12:17 PM VITAL SIGNS

FAX NC. 9737904150

Premarket Notification 510(k) Section 2 - Summary

CUFFABLE PLUS™

SEP 1 1999
K990412

| | 510(k) SUMMARY |
|----------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | As required by Section 807.92 (c) |
| Company Name: | Vital Signs, Inc<br>20 Campus Road<br>Totowa, New Jersey |
| Telephone Number: | [phone]<br>EXT 356 |
| Fax Number: | [phone] |
| Official Contact: | Anthony P. Martino<br>V.P. Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs |
| Date: | August 12, 1999 |
| Proprietary or Trade Name: | CUFF-ABLE PLUS™ |
| Common/Usual Name: | Blood Pressure Cuff |
| Classification Name: | Non-Automated Sphygmomanometers<br>(per CFR 870.1120) |
| Predicate Device: | PyMaH Corp., Pregaged® Cuff with Antimicrobial<br>Treatment - K884421<br>Vital Signs, Inc., CUFF-ABLE® (Biomedical<br>Dynamics- K911213) |

# Device Description:

The device comprises a soft fabric with an integral bladder that is wrapped around form the The device comprises in sole libers and loop closure. One or two tubes extend from the bladder and are connected to a non-invasive blood pressure measurement system. The blood pressure cuffs contain no latex. Sizes will include child through adult. The device blood pressure currs contain no litem of the helps prevent bacterial growth, mildew and odors. Each unit is packaged in a polyfilm bag.

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Premarket Notification 510(k) Section 3 - Introduction and General Information CUFF-ABLE PLUS

### Introduction:

Vital Signs Inc., intends to market the CUFF-ABLE PLUS™ blood pressure cuff. The CUFF-ABLE PLUS™ blood pressure cuff is a disposable, single patient use device with an antimicrobial treatment used for indirect measurement of blood pressure. The CUFF-ABLE PLUS™ blood pressure cuff is of the same material and construction as the CUFF-ABLE®, single use blood pressure cuff currently manufactured by Vital Signs MN, Inc. and cleared under (Biomedical Dynamics) K911213 with the addition of an antimicrobial agent. The antimicrobial properties will inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi.

# Device Description:

The device comprises a soft fabric with an integral bladder that is wrapped around a patient's limb and secured by a hook and loop closure. One or two tubes extend from the bladder and are connected to a non-invasive blood pressurement system. The blood pressure cuffs contain no latex. Sizes will include child through adult. The device is treated with and antimicrobial agent that helps prevent bacterial growth, mildew and odors. Each unit is packaged in a polyfilm bag.

#### Intended Use:

The CUFF-ABLE PLUS™ blood pressure cuff is used in conjunction with non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems by personnel properly trained in the use of manual and automatic sphygmomanometers. The device is non-sterile and is intended as a single patient use disposable device and is available in child and adult sizes.

#### Cautions:

Federal Law restricts this device to sale or on order of physician. If irritation should occur, discontinue use.

#### Summary of Functional and Environmental Testing:

The CUFF-ABLE PLUS™ blood pressure cuff was compared to the CUFF-ABLE®, single use blood pressure cuff to confirm that its functional and physical performance characteristics were equivalent. The ANSI/AAMI SP-9, 1994 Standard was used in part to select the key performance attributes to measure. The cuffs were equivalent in performance in regards to Cuff Closure, Pressure Capacity and Repeated Inflations. Testing included, but was not limited to hook, fabric and flange seal strengths, seal burst

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SEP 1 1999

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Mr. Anthony Martino Vice President Quality Assurance and Requlatory Affairs Vital Signs, Inc. 20 Campus Road Totowa, NJ 07512

Re : K990412 CUFF-ABLE PLUS™ Requlatory Class: II (Two) Product Code: 74 DXQ Dated: June 9, 1999 Received: June 10, 1999

Dear Mr. Martino:

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We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we 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). 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, qood 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 (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with 895. the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General requlation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Please note: this response to your premarket Federal Register. notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or requlations.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 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 your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Thomas J. Callahan

Thomas J. Callahan, Ph.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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ATTACHMENT 1

# INDICATION FOR USE STATEMENT

510(k) Number:

K990412

Device Name:

CUFF-ABLE PLUS™

# Indications for Usc:

The CUFF-ABLE PLUS™ blood pressure cuff is used in conjunction with non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems by personnel properly trained in the use of manual and automatic sphygmomanometers. The device is non-sterile and is intended as a single patient use disposable device and is available in child and adult sizes.

Bera E. Semperle

Division Sign-Off) Division of Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Neurological Devices

K990412 510(k) Number _

Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use (Pcr CFR 801.109)

or Over-the-counter use