Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System
Device Facts
| Record ID | K240902 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System |
| Applicant | Dexcom, Inc. |
| Product Code | QBJ · Clinical Chemistry |
| Decision Date | Apr 23, 2024 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Special |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 862.1355 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Pediatric |
Indications for Use
The Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (Dexcom G7 CGM System or G7) is a real time, continuous glucose monitoring device indicated for the management of diabetes in persons 2 years and older. The Dexcom G7 CGM System is intended to replace fingerstick BG testing for diabetes treatment decisions. Interpretation of the Dexcom G7 CGM System results should be based on the glucose trends and several sequential sensor readings over time. The Dexcom G7 CGM System also aids in the detection of episodes of hyperglycemia and hypodlycemia, facilitating both acute and long-term therapy adjustments. The Dexcom G7 CGM System is also intended to autonomously communicate with digitally connected devices, including automated insulin dosing (AID) systems. The Dexcom G7 CGM System can be used alone or in conjunction with these digitally connected medical devices for the purpose of managing diabetes.
Device Story
Wearable CGM system; consists of sensor/transmitter and display device (mobile app or receiver). Sensor measures interstitial glucose via wire-type mechanism; transmits data wirelessly every 5 minutes to display. User views glucose trends/readings to make treatment decisions; replaces fingerstick testing. System alerts user to hyperglycemia/hypoglycemia. Interoperable with AID systems and other digital health devices via secure wireless/cloud connections. Used at home by patients; supports acute and long-term therapy adjustments.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data was necessary to determine substantial equivalence. Bench testing only, specifically communication range testing, was performed to validate the extended BLE range.
Technological Characteristics
Wire-type sensing mechanism; radio transmitter for wireless communication. Wearable form factor (sensor/transmitter). Connectivity: BLE, mobile app, cloud-based APIs. Reportable glucose range: 40-400 mg/dL. 10-day wear period with 12-hour grace period.
Indications for Use
Indicated for diabetes management in persons 2 years and older. Intended to replace fingerstick blood glucose testing for treatment decisions and aid in detection of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. Compatible with automated insulin dosing (AID) systems.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An integrated continuous glucose monitoring system (iCGM) is intended to automatically measure glucose in bodily fluids continuously or frequently for a specified period of time. iCGM systems are designed to reliably and securely transmit glucose measurement data to digitally connected devices, including automated insulin dosing systems, and are intended to be used alone or in conjunction with these digitally connected medical devices for the purpose of managing a disease or condition related to glycemic control.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Design verification and validation must include the following: (i) Robust clinical data demonstrating the accuracy of the device in the intended use population. (ii) The clinical data must include a comparison between iCGM values and blood glucose values in specimens collected in parallel that are measured on an FDA-accepted laboratory-based glucose measurement method that is precise and accurate, and that is traceable to a higher order ( *e.g.,* an internationally recognized reference material and/or method).(iii) The clinical data must be obtained from a clinical study designed to fully represent the performance of the device throughout the intended use population and throughout the measuring range of the device. (iv) Clinical study results must demonstrate consistent analytical and clinical performance throughout the sensor wear period. (v) Clinical study results in the adult population must meet the following performance requirements: (A) For all iCGM measurements less than 70 milligrams/deciliter (mg/dL), the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±15 mg/dL of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 85 percent. (B) For all iCGM measurements from 70 mg/dL to 180 mg/dL, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±15 percent of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 70 percent. (C) For all iCGM measurements greater than 180 mg/dL, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±15 percent of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 80 percent. (D) For all iCGM measurements less than 70 mg/dL, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±40 mg/dL of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 98 percent. (E) For all iCGM measurements from 70 mg/dL to 180 mg/dL, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±40 percent of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 99 percent. (F) For all iCGM measurements greater than180 mg/dL, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±40 percent of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 99 percent. (G) Throughout the device measuring range, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±20 percent of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 87 percent. (H) When iCGM values are less than 70 mg/dL, no corresponding blood glucose value shall read above 180 mg/dL. (I) When iCGM values are greater than 180 mg/dL, no corresponding blood glucose value shall read less than 70 mg/dL. (J) There shall be no more than 1 percent of iCGM measurements that indicate a positive glucose rate of change greater than 1 mg/dL per minute (/min) when the corresponding true negative glucose rate of change is less than −2 mg/dL/min as determined by the corresponding blood glucose measurements. (K) There shall be no more than 1 percent of iCGM measurements that indicate a negative glucose rate of change less than −1 mg/dL/min when the corresponding true positive glucose rate of change is greater than 2 mg/dL/min as determined by the corresponding blood glucose measurements. (vi) Data demonstrating similar accuracy and rate of change performance of the iCGM in the pediatric population as compared to that in the adult population, or alternatively a clinical and/or technical justification for why pediatric data are not needed, must be provided and determined by FDA to be acceptable and appropriate. (vii) Data must demonstrate that throughout the claimed sensor life, the device does not allow clinically significant gaps in sensor data availability that would prevent any digitally connected devices from achieving their intended use. (2) Design verification and validation must include a detailed strategy to ensure secure and reliable means of iCGM data transmission to provide real-time glucose readings at clinically meaningful time intervals to devices intended to receive the iCGM glucose data. (3) Design verification and validation must include adequate controls established during manufacturing and at product release to ensure the released product meets the performance specifications as defined in paragraphs (b)(1) and (b)(2) of this section. (4) The device must demonstrate clinically acceptable performance in the presence of clinically relevant levels of potential interfering substances that are reasonably present in the intended use population, including but not limited to endogenous substances and metabolites, foods, dietary supplements, and medications. (5) The device must include appropriate measures to ensure that disposable sensors cannot be used beyond its claimed sensor wear period. (6) Design verification and validation must include results obtained through a usability study that demonstrates that the intended user can use the device safely and obtain the expected glucose measurement accuracy. (7) The labeling required under § 809.10(b) of this chapter must include a separate description of the following sensor performance data observed in the clinical study performed in conformance with paragraph (b)(1) of this section for each intended use population, in addition to separate sensor performance data for each different iCGM insertion or use sites ( *e.g.,* abdomen, arm, buttock):(i) A description of the accuracy in the following blood glucose concentration ranges: less than 54 mg/dL, 54 mg/dL to less than 70 mg/dL, 70 to 180 mg/dL, greater than 180 to 250 mg/dL, and greater than 250 mg/dL. (ii) A description of the accuracy of positive and negative rate of change data. (iii) A description of the frequency and duration of gaps in sensor data. (iv) A description of the true, false, missed, and correct alert rates and a description of the available glucose concentration alert settings, if applicable. (v) A description of the observed duration of iCGM life for the device.
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