(290 days)
The Oxehealth Vital Signs device is intended for noninvasive spot measurement of pulse rate and estimated breathing rate (chest wall movements) when the subject is still. It is software assessing video footage from a fixed-installation solution for use within single occupancy rooms within hospitals, general care and secured environments with professional healthcare oversight and where a framework exists which mandates periodic checks by a trained professional to ensure subject safety.
The Oxehealth system is intended for use by appropriately trained staff with a duty of care, and should not be used by untrained users. The Oxehealth Vital Signs device is indicated for use on humans 18 years of age or older who do not require critical care or continuous vital signs monitoring. The device is not intended to be the sole method of checking the physical health of a subject.
Vital Signs is a software-only medical device (SaMD) that provides non-contact pulse rate and breathing rate (chest wall movements) data derived from video, without the need for contact devices to be attached to the patient or bed.
The device consists of custom-designed software assessing video footage collected using off-the-shelf cameras installed within single occupancy rooms within hospitals, general care and secured environments. Proprietary software-controlled algorithms are used to derive patient spot heart rate and breathing rate data from the analysis of this video data, once the user has followed a workflow to initiate the system's data analysis.
The provided FDA 510(k) clearance letter and summary for the Oxehealth Vital Signs device (K251200) does not contain the detailed acceptance criteria and study information requested.
The document primarily focuses on:
- Regulatory clearance: Stating the device is substantially equivalent to a predicate device (K211906).
- Device description: Explaining its non-contact vital signs monitoring capabilities using video.
- Intended use: Specifying its application in single occupancy rooms within healthcare settings for adults 18+ who do not require critical care.
- Technological characteristics: Highlighting it is a software-only medical device (SaMD) and that the main difference from the predicate is the operating system.
- Non-clinical performance: Listing applied standards related to risk management, software lifecycle, and cybersecurity, and explicitly stating that EMC, electrical safety, biocompatibility, or mechanical safety testing was not performed due to the nature of the device.
Therefore, I cannot fully complete the requested table and study description based on the provided text. The document relies on a comparison to a predicate device (K211906) and refers to a "Substantial Equivalence document" (27. VS.DOC.748) which would likely contain the performance data.
However, based on the information available, I can make some inferences and structure the answer as requested, clearly indicating where information is not present.
Acceptance Criteria and Device Performance
Due to the general nature of the provided FDA summary, specific numerical acceptance criteria for vital sign accuracy are not explicitly stated in this document. The summary asserts substantial equivalence to a predicate device (K211906). Typically, performance claims for vital signs monitors are made against established accuracy standards (e.g., ISO 80601-2-61 for pulse oximetry, though this is a different technology, the principle of a measurement standard applies).
The document states: "Proprietary software-controlled algorithms are used to derive patient spot heart rate and breathing rate data from the analysis of this video data..." and "Based on the comparison to the predicate devices and performance characteristics, the Oxevision Vital Signs is substantially equivalent to the currently legally marketed device Oxevision Vital Signs predicate for the US (K211906)." This implies that the device performance is considered equivalent to the predicate, and whatever performance criteria were met by the predicate device are assumed to be met by this device.
Table 1: Hypothetical Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance (Based on Inferences, Actual Data Not Provided)
| Parameter | Acceptance Criteria (Example) | Reported Device Performance (Not explicitly stated in the provided text, but implied to meet predicate's performance) | Source of Performance Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pulse Rate (PR) | Not explicitly stated in document. Typically, accuracy against a reference standard within a certain mean absolute difference (MAD) or limits of agreement. | Implied to be substantially equivalent to predicate (K211906) performance. Specific metrics not provided. | Referenced in "27. VS.DOC.748 - Oxevision Vital Signs Device 510(k) - Substantial Equivalence document" |
| Breathing Rate (BR) | Not explicitly stated in document. Typically, accuracy against a reference standard within a certain MAD or limits of agreement. | Implied to be substantially equivalent to predicate (K211906) performance. Specific metrics not provided. | Referenced in "27. VS.DOC.748 - Oxevision Vital Signs Device 510(k) - Substantial Equivalence document" |
Study Details Proving Acceptance Criteria (Information Not Provided in Document)
The provided FDA 510(k) summary focuses on the regulatory clearance and substantial equivalence rather than a detailed performance study report. The document refers to "27. VS.DOC.748 - Oxevision Vital Signs Device 510(k) - Substantial Equivalence document" which is the likely place for the detailed study results needed to assess acceptance criteria.
Based only on the provided text, the following details are not available:
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Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance: No information on the number of subjects (patients) or video recordings used for performance testing. Data provenance (country of origin, retrospective/prospective) is also not specified.
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Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts: Not applicable or not provided. For vital signs, ground truth would typically be established by a reference medical device (e.g., ECG for heart rate, capnography for breathing rate) rather than expert consensus on video.
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Adjudication method (e.g. 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set: Not applicable as ground truth for vital signs is usually objective measurements from reference devices.
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If a multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance: Not applicable. This device is a standalone software for automated vital sign measurement, not an AI-assisted diagnostic tool for human readers to interpret.
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If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done: Yes, this is implicitly confirmed. The device is described as "software assessing video footage... Proprietary software-controlled algorithms are used to derive patient spot heart rate and breathing rate data..." This strongly indicates standalone algorithm performance.
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The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc.): Not explicitly stated, but for vital signs devices, the ground truth is typically obtained from concurrent measurements using a clinically validated reference standard medical device (e.g., a medical-grade ECG monitor for pulse rate, a capnograph or respiratory belt for breathing rate).
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The sample size for the training set: Not provided.
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How the ground truth for the training set was established: Not provided. Similar to the test set, it would likely be established using reference medical devices.
FDA 510(k) Clearance Letter - Oxehealth Vital Signs Device
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U.S. Food & Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993
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Doc ID # 04017.08.03
February 2, 2026
Oxehealth Limited
John Kemeny
Head of Compliance
Bee House, Eastern Avenue
Milton Park
Abingdon, OX14 4SB
United Kingdom
Re: K251200
Trade/Device Name: Vital Signs
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2785
Regulation Name: Software for optical camera-based measurement of pulse rate, heart rate, breathing rate, and/or respiratory rate
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: QME
Dated: December 19, 2025
Received: December 29, 2025
Dear John Kemeny:
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 (the 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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database available at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, ISO 13485 clause 7.3 (Design controls), ISO 13484 clause 8.3 (Nonconforming product), and ISO 13485 clause 8.5 (Corrective and preventative action). Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QMSR requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (ISO 13485 clause 7.3 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-
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assistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
JENNIFER W. SHIH -S
Jennifer Kozen
Assistant Director
Division of Cardiac Electrophysiology,
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Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
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Enclosure
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FORM FDA 3881 (6/20) Page 1 of 1 PSC Publishing Services (301) 443-6740 EF
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Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
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See PRA Statement below.
510(k) Number (if known): K251200
Device Name: Vital Signs
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Oxehealth Vital Signs device is intended for noninvasive spot measurement of pulse rate and estimated breathing rate (chest wall movements) when the subject is still. It is software assessing video footage from a fixed-installation solution for use within single occupancy rooms within hospitals, general care and secured environments with professional healthcare oversight and where a framework exists which mandates periodic checks by a trained professional to ensure subject safety.
The Oxehealth system is intended for use by appropriately trained staff with a duty of care, and should not be used by untrained users. The Oxehealth Vital Signs device is indicated for use on humans 18 years of age or older who do not require critical care or continuous vital signs monitoring. The device is not intended to be the sole method of checking the physical health of a subject.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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510(k) Summary - K251200 Vital Signs
510(k) Summary
Vital Signs
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR 807.92.
General information
Submitter's Name: John Kemeny
Address: Oxehealth Limited
Bee House
Eastern Avenue,
Milton
Oxfordshire
OX14 4SB, UK
Phone: +44 (0) 1865 900 599
Contact Person: John Kemeny
Email: john.kemeny@oxehealth.com
Date Prepared: 30 Jan 2026
Device Information
Trade name: Vital Signs
Common Name: Vital Signs
Address of Sponsor: Oxehealth Limited
Bee House
Eastern Avenue,
Milton
Oxfordshire
OX14 4SB, UK
Classification Name: QME, Software for optical camera-based measurement of pulse rate, heart rate, breathing rate, and/or respiratory rate, 21 CFR 870.2785
Predicate Device: Vital Signs - K211906
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Indication for Use:
The Oxehealth Vital Signs device is intended for noninvasive spot measurement of pulse rate and estimated breathing rate (chest wall movements) when the subject is still. It is software assessing video footage from a fixed-installation solution for use within single occupancy rooms within hospitals, general care and secured environments with professional healthcare oversight and where a framework exists which mandates periodic checks by a trained professional to ensure subject safety.
The Oxehealth system is intended for use by appropriately trained staff with a duty of care, and should not be used by untrained users. The Oxehealth Vital Signs device is indicated for use on humans 18 years of age or older who do not require critical care or continuous vital signs monitoring.
The device is not intended to be the sole method of checking the physical health of a subject.
Device Description:
Vital Signs is a software-only medical device (SaMD) that provides non-contact pulse rate and breathing rate (chest wall movements) data derived from video, without the need for contact devices to be attached to the patient or bed.
The device consists of custom-designed software assessing video footage collected using off-the-shelf cameras installed within single occupancy rooms within hospitals, general care and secured environments. Proprietary software-controlled algorithms are used to derive patient spot heart rate and breathing rate data from the analysis of this video data, once the user has followed a workflow to initiate the system's data analysis.
Technological Characteristics and Comparison:
The subject device is substantially equivalent to the Vital signs device (K211906) as this predicate device is a direct predecessor to the subject device.
Non Clinical Performance
Since the device is SaMD using off-the-shelf image acquisition and data processing equipment, no EMC or electrical safety testing has been performed.
Since the device has no patient contacting parts, no biocompatibility or mechanical safety testing has been performed.
Oxehealth have reviewed the FDA's database of recognised consensus standards and has consequently applied the following standards to the development of the device:
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- ISO 14971:2019 + A11:2021 - Application of risk management to medical devices
- AAMI BS 34971:2022 - Application of risk management to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Devices
- IEC 62304:2006 + A1:2015 - Software life cycle processes
- IEC 82304-1:2016 - Health software
- IEC 80001-1:2021 - Application of risk management for IT-networks incorporating medical devices — Part 1: Safety, effectiveness and security in the implementation and use of connected medical devices or connected health software
- IEC 81001-5-1:2021 - Health software and health IT systems safety, effectiveness and security — Part 5-1: Security — Activities in the product life cycle
- IEC/TR 80002-1:2009 - Medical device software — Part 1: Guidance on the application of ISO 14971 to medical device software
- IEC 62366-1:2015 +A1:2020 - Application of risk management to medical devices
- ISO 15223-1:2021 - Medical devices — Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer
- ISO 20417:2021 - Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer
The firm has also performed penetration and vulnerability testing in line with FDA's guidance on cybersecurity.
Substantial equivalence:
Conclusions
The substantial equivalence analysis can be seen in 27. VS.DOC.748 - Oxevision Vital Signs Device 510(k) - Substantial Equivalence document. In summary the device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device (K211906), with the difference being that the device is to run on Ubuntu operating system rather than CentOS to ensure ongoing state of the art with regards to security and vulnerability protection.
Based on the comparison to the predicate devices and performance characteristics, the Oxevision Vital Signs is substantially equivalent to the currently legally marketed device Oxevision Vital Signs predicate for the US (K211906).
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§ 870.2785 Software for optical camera-based measurement of pulse rate, heart rate, breathing rate, and/or respiratory rate.
(a)
Identification. The device uses software algorithms to analyze video signal and estimate pulse rate, heart rate, breathing rate, and/or respiratory rate. This device is not intended to independently direct therapy.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) A software description and the results of verification and validation testing based on a comprehensive hazard analysis and risk assessment must include:
(i) A full characterization of the software technical parameters, including algorithms;
(ii) If required image acquisition hardware is not included with the device, full specifications of the hardware requirements and testing to demonstrate the specified hardware ensures adequate data for validated and accurate measurements;
(iii) A description of the expected impact of all applicable sensor acquisition hardware characteristics and associated hardware specifications;
(iv) A description of all mitigations for user error or failure of any subsystem components (including signal detection, signal analysis, data display, and storage) on output accuracy; and
(v) Software documentation must include a cybersecurity vulnerability and management process to assure software functionality.
(2) Clinical data must be provided. This assessment must fulfill the following:
(i) The clinical data must be representative of the intended use population for the device. Any selection criteria or sample limitations must be fully described and justified.
(ii) The assessment must demonstrate output consistency using the expected range of data sources and data quality encountered in the intended use population and environment.
(iii) The assessment must compare device output with a clinically accurate patient-contacting relevant comparator device in an accurate and reproducible manner.
(3) A human factors and usability engineering assessment must be provided that evaluates the risk of improper measurement.
(4) Labeling must include:
(i) A description of what the device measures and outputs to the user;
(ii) Warnings identifying sensor acquisition factors or subject conditions or characteristics (garment types/textures, motion, etc.) that may impact measurement results;
(iii) Guidance for interpretation of the measurements, including a statement that the output is adjunctive to other physical vital sign parameters and patient information;
(iv) The expected performance of the device for all intended use populations and environments; and
(v) Robust instructions to ensure correct system setup.