← Product Code [HFM](/submissions/OB/subpart-c%E2%80%94obstetrical-and-gynecological-monitoring-devices/HFM) · K992811 # TRANSDUCERS FOR ULTRASOUND AND TOCODYNAMOMETER FETAL MONITORING (K992811) _Epic Medical Equipment Services, Inc. · HFM · Jan 18, 2000 · Obstetrics/Gynecology · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/RA/subpart-c%E2%80%94obstetrical-and-gynecological-monitoring-devices/HFM/K992811 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Epic Medical Equipment Services, Inc. - **Product Code:** [HFM](/submissions/OB/subpart-c%E2%80%94obstetrical-and-gynecological-monitoring-devices/HFM.md) - **Decision Date:** Jan 18, 2000 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Abbreviated - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 884.2720 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Obstetrics/Gynecology ## Indications for Use These devices are intended to be used as replacement transducer accessories for Corometrics and Hewlett Packard monitors, for use in measuring fetal heart rate and uterine contractions. ## Device Story Epic ultrasound and tocodynamometer transducers serve as replacement accessories for Corometrics and Hewlett Packard fetal monitors. Ultrasound transducers utilize Doppler shift technology (pulsed or continuous) to detect fetal heart rate; tocodynamometer transducers utilize strain gauge technology to detect uterine activity. Devices are placed on the maternal abdomen and secured with elastic straps. Output is transmitted to the host monitor for clinical evaluation of fetal status during labor. Intended for use in clinical settings by healthcare professionals. Benefits include providing compatible replacement hardware for existing monitoring systems to facilitate continuous fetal and uterine assessment. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. Acoustic output testing confirmed levels < 20mW/cm2 average. Conformity to consensus standards for electrical, mechanical, and thermal safety and biocompatibility was declared. ## Technological Characteristics Ultrasound transducers use pulsed or continuous Doppler shift technology; tocodynamometer transducers use strain gauge technology. Center frequencies range from 1.0 MHz to 2.3 MHz depending on model. Devices are non-sterile, reusable, and connect via color-coded, keyed connectors to host monitors. Accessories include transducer belts and ultrasonic gel. Cable length is 8 feet. ## Regulatory Identification An external uterine contraction monitor (i.e., the tokodynamometer) is a device used to monitor the progress of labor. It measures the duration, frequency, and relative pressure of uterine contractions with a transducer strapped to the maternal abdomen. This generic type of device may include an external pressure transducer, support straps, and other patient and equipment supports. ## Predicate Devices - Corometrics Models FM (US & TOCO) 115 (5600 & 2260) ([K843385](/device/K843385.md)) - Corometrics Models FM (US & TOCO) 116 (5700 & 2260) ([K891595](/device/K891595.md)) - Corometrics Models FM (US & TOCO) 118 (5700 & 2260) ([K934959](/device/K934959.md)) - Corometrics Models FM (US & TOCO) 120 (5700 & 2260) ([K964770](/device/K964770.md)) - Hewlett Packard Models 8040 (15245 & 15248) (510(k) unknown) - Hewlett Packard Models 1350 (1356 & 1355) ([K900480](/device/K900480.md)) ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. 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Appendix C Page 1 of 2 510(k) Summary ## Submitter Information: Epic Medical Equipment Services, Inc. 1800 E. 10th Street, Suite 300 Plano, TX 75074 #### Contact: Krista Oakes Vice President, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance Telephone: (972) 801-9854 Fax: (972) 801-9859 ## Date Prepared: August 17, 1999 #### Product Name: Classification Name: Perinatal Monitoring System Accessories Common Name: Transducers for ultrasound and tocodynamometer fetal monitoring #### Predicate Device: These devices are equivalent to the following legally-marketed devices: Corometrics Models FM (US & TOCO) 115 (5600 & 2260) - K843385 116 (5700 & 2260) - K891595 118 (5700 & 2260) - K934959 120 (5700 & 2260) - K964770 Hewlett Packard Models 8040 (15245 & 15248) - 510(k) unknown 1350 (1356 & 1355) - K900480 #### Description: Epic's ultrasound and tocodynamometer (toco) transducers are replacements for similar transducers manufactured by Corometrics and Hewlett Packard for their respective monitors. The ultrasound transducers are used to detect the fetal heart rate using Doppler shift technology and the toco transducers detect uterine activity using a strain gauge for evaluating the fetal heart rate during a contraction. These transducers are intended to be a direct replacement for the OEM transducers. {1}------------------------------------------------ 2/2 sage 19928 > Appendix C Page 2 of 2 # Intended Use: These devices are intended to be used as replacement transducer accessories for Corometrics and Hewlett Packard monitors, for use in measuring fetal heart rate and uterine contractions. | | Epic | Corometrics | Hewlett Packard | |-------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | Intended use | Measure fetal heart rate and uterine
contractions in the gravid patient. | Same | Same | | Anatomical
sites | The ultrasound transducer is placed on the
maternal abdomen aimed at the fetal heart and
the toco transducer is placed on the maternal
abdomen over the fundal area of the uterus. | Same | Same | | Target patient
population | Gravid patients, especially during labor | Same | Same | | FHR Range | Dependent upon monitor specifications | Same | Same | | Uterine
Activity Range | Dependent upon monitor specifications | Same | Same | | Patient
use/reuse | Reusable | Same | Same | | Sterility | Non-Sterile | Same | Same | | Description of
patient
attachment | These devices attach to the patient with elastic
straps around the mother. | Same | Same | | Cable length | 8 feet | Same | Same | | Accessories | Transducer Belts and Ultrasonic Gel | Same | Same | | Connector
design | Transducer connectors are color- coded and
keyed to fit into the appropriate fetal monitors. | Same | Same | | Acoustic output | < 20mW/cm2 ave. | Same | Same | | Operational
Characteristics | EFU100-20 = Pulsed Doppler
EFU200-20 = Pulsed Doppler
EFU300-25 = Continuous
EFU400-25 = Pulsed Doppler | Coro 5600 =
Continuous
Coro 5700 =
Pulsed Doppler | HP 8040 = Pulsed
Doppler
HP 1356 = Pulsed
Doppler | | Specifications
(Ultrasound
Center
Frequency) | Epic EFU100-20 = 1.0 MHz
Epic EFU200-20 = 1.0 MHz
Epic EFU300-25 = 2.3 MHz
Epic EFU400-25 = 1.151 MHz | Corometrics
5600 = 2.3 MHz
Corometrics
5700 = 1.151 MHz | HP 8040 = 1.024
MHz
HP 1356 = 0.9984
MHz | ## Comparison to Predicate Device: # Performance Data & Conclusions: - Acoustic output testing shows < 20mW/cm2 avg. ● - Bench testing demonstrates that the devices perform as intended. ◆ - The company has declared conformity to consensus standards relating to ● Electrical/Mechanical/Thermal Safety and Biocompatibility. {2}------------------------------------------------ Rockville MD 20850 Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Image /page/2/Picture/2 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The logo consists of a stylized caduceus symbol, which features a staff with a serpent entwined around it, overlaid on three human profiles facing to the right. The text "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - USA" is arranged in a circular fashion around the symbol. JAN 1 8 2000 Ms. Krista Oakes Vice President, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance Epic Medical Equipment Services, Inc. 1800 10th Street, Suite 300 Plano, TX 75074 Re: K992811 Transducers for Ultrasound and Tocodynamometer Fetal Monitoring Dated: November 16, 1999 Received: November 29, 1999 Requiatory Class: II 21 CFR §884.2720/Procode: 85 HFM 21 CFR §884.2660/Procode: 85 HEL Dear Ms. Oakes: 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. 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Schultz, M.D. Acting Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, Ear, Nose and Throat, and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3}------------------------------------------------ # Statement of Indications For Use 0 7 510(k) # ਸੀ। Device Name: Transducers for Ultrasound and Tocodynamometer Fetal Monitoring Indications for Use: These devices are intended for use as replacement accessories to Corometrics and Hewlett Packard Monitors, to measure fetal heart rate and uterine contractions in the gravid patient. Required information relating to ultrasound transducer indications for use is attached. Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Prescription Use or Over-the-Counter Use _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ David h. 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