K Number
K030039
Device Name
PATHWAY STM-10 PELVIC FLOOR STIMULATOR
Date Cleared
2003-05-23

(137 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
876.5320
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
Indications For Use: - * Urinary Incontinence : Stress, Urge and Mixed Incontinence - * Neuromuscular Reeducation
Device Description
The Pathway STM-10 is used to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles for the treatment of incontinence. The Pathway Vaginal or Anal EMG/Stim perineometer sensor is connected to the Pathway STM-10 device to provide stimulation to the patient. This assists the patient with muscle contractions. The Pathway STM-10 uses Pathway EMG/Stim Perineometer Sensors which are single-user sensors. The patient inserts the sensor into the vagina or rectum and uses the Pathway STM-10 to electrically stimulate the pelvic floor muscles to assist the contraction. The aim is to improve the strength and control of the pelvic floor muscles.
More Information

No
The description focuses on electrical stimulation and muscle contraction assistance, with no mention of AI or ML terms, data analysis, or learning capabilities.

Yes
The device is used for the treatment of urinary incontinence and neuromuscular reeducation through muscle stimulation, which are therapeutic applications.

No
Explanation: The device is described as an electrical stimulator used for treatment (muscle stimulation and reeducation), not for diagnosis. While it uses an EMG/Stim sensor, its described function is to deliver stimulation, not to measure or diagnose.

No

The device description explicitly states that the Pathway STM-10 is a device that connects to a sensor and provides electrical stimulation, indicating it is a hardware device, not software-only.

Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In vitro diagnostics are tests performed on samples taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, to detect diseases, conditions, or infections.
  • Device Function: The Pathway STM-10 is a device that provides electrical stimulation to the pelvic floor muscles in vivo (within the living body) to treat urinary incontinence and for neuromuscular reeducation. It does not analyze samples taken from the body.
  • Mechanism of Action: The device directly interacts with the patient's muscles through a sensor inserted into the vagina or rectum. This is a therapeutic and rehabilitative function, not a diagnostic one based on analyzing biological samples.

Therefore, the Pathway STM-10 falls under the category of a therapeutic or rehabilitative medical device, not an in vitro diagnostic device.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

    • Urinary Incontinence : Stress, Urge and Mixed Incontinence
    • Neuromuscular Reeducation

Product codes

78 KPI

Device Description

The Pathway STM-10 is used to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles for the treatment of incontinence. The Pathway Vaginal or Anal EMG/Stim perineometer sensor is connected to the Pathway STM-10 device to provide stimulation to the patient. This assists the patient with muscle contractions.

The Pathway STM-10 uses Pathway EMG/Stim Perineometer Sensors which are single-user sensors. The patient inserts the sensor into the vagina or rectum and uses the Pathway STM-10 to electrically stimulate the pelvic floor muscles to assist the contraction. The aim is to improve the strength and control of the pelvic floor muscles.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

pelvic floor muscles, vagina or rectum

Indicated Patient Age Range

Not Found

Intended User / Care Setting

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Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

A series of bench tests were performed using the Pathway STM-10 to show the device accurately applies stimulation and is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. The Pathway STM-10 was used to apply programmed stimulation outputs and the resulting waveforms were measured and compared to the intended signals.

The bench tests show the Pathway STM-10 accurately applies muscle stimulation.

Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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Predicate Device(s)

K023906

Reference Device(s)

K993976

Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

Not Found

§ 876.5320 Nonimplanted electrical continence device.

(a)
Identification. A nonimplanted electrical continence device is a device that consists of a pair of electrodes on a plug or a pessary that are connected by an electrical cable to a battery-powered pulse source. The plug or pessary is inserted into the rectum or into the vagina and used to stimulate the muscles of the pelvic floor to maintain urinary or fecal continence. When necessary, the plug or pessary may be removed by the user. This device excludes an AC-powered nonimplanted electrical continence device and the powered vaginal muscle stimulator for therapeutic use (§ 884.5940).(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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The Prometheus Group

One Washington Street, #303 Dover, NH 03801

Phone: 603-749-0733 Fax: 603-749-0511

MAY 2 3 2003

510(k) SUMMARY Safety and Effectiveness Summary

Pathway STM-10 Pelvic Floor Stimulator

Submitted by:

Peter A Sullivan One Washington Street Suite 303 Dover, NH 03820 Phone: 603-749-0733 Fax: 603-749-0511

Contact Person:

Peter Sullivan 781-582-2328

Date Submitted: April 7, 2002

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NAME OF DEVICE

Pathway STM-10 Pelvic Floor Stimulator Trade name: Common name: Non-implanted Electrical Continence Device Classification name: 78 KPI, ClassII, (876.5320)

IDENTIFICATION OF PREDICATE DEVICE

The device to which we claim substantial equivalence is the Pathway CTS 2000 K023906 manufactured by The Prometheus Group.

DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE

The Pathway STM-10 is used to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles for the treatment of incontinence. The Pathway Vaginal or Anal EMG/Stim perineometer sensor is connected to the Pathway STM-10 device to provide stimulation to the patient. This assists the patient with muscle contractions.

The Pathway STM-10 uses Pathway EMG/Stim Perineometer Sensors which are single-user sensors. The patient inserts the sensor into the vagina or rectum and uses the Pathway STM-10 to electrically stimulate the pelvic floor muscles to assist the contraction. The aim is to improve the strength and control of the pelvic floor muscles.

INTENDED USE

Indications For Use:

    • Urinary Incontinence : Stress, Urge and Mixed Incontinence
    • Neuromuscular Reeducation

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SUMMARY OF TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTIC COMPARISON TO PREDICATE DEVICE

ParameterPathway STM-10Pathway CTS 2000
Intended UseTreatment of Urinary
Incontinence; Neuromuscular
ReeducationTreatment of Urinary
Incontinence; Neuromuscular
Reeducation
Stimulator Output0-60 mA0-100 mA
WaveformAsymmetrical Balanced Pulsed
CurrentAsymmetrical Balanced Pulsed
Current
Charge/pulse at 500 ohms17uC28uC
Frequency12.5, 50 100, 200Hz12.5, 50, 100, 200 Hz
Peak pulse intensity60 mA100 mA
Pulse width.3 ms fixed.3 ms fixed
Ramps2 sec on ramp, one sec off ramp2 sec on ramp, one sec off ramp
Duty CycleWork/Rest of 5 seconds on, 5
seconds off (5/5), 5/10, 10/10,
10/20.Work Time: 1 - 60 Seconds
Rest Time: 0 - 60 Seconds
Session Duration (min)5, 10, 15, 20, 25, or 30.0-60
Programmable featuresNone by Patient; Frequency, Duty
cycle, Session length by physicianNone by Patient; Frequency, Duty
cycle, Session length by physician
Vaginal EMG/Stim Probe UsedPathway Vaginal
EMG/Stimulation Sensor
K993976Pathway Vaginal
EMG/Stimulation Sensor
K993976
Anal EMG/Stim Probe UsedPathway Anal EMG/Stimulation
Sensor K993976Pathway Anal EMG/Stimulation
Sensor K993976
Vaginal EMG/Stim probe
electrode surface area:2.31 cm22.31 cm2
Anal EMG/Stim probe electrode
surface area:2.12 cm22.12 cm2
Current Density
(full output @ 500 ohms)Pathway Vaginal EMG/Stim
Sensor: 26.0 mA/cm2
Pathway Anal EMG/Stim Sensor:
28.3 mA/cm2
(Max. Instantaneous)Pathway Vaginal EMG/Stim
Sensor: 43.3 mA/cm2
Pathway Anal EMG/Stim Sensor:
47.2 mA/cm2
(Max. Instantaneous)
Power Density
(full output @ 500 ohms)Pathway Vaginal EMG/Stim
Sensor: 5.6 mW/cm2
Pathway Anal EMG/Stim Sensor:
6.1 mW/cm2
(maximum intensity, .3ms pulse
width 200Hz)Pathway Vaginal EMG/Stim
Sensor: 15.6 mW/cm2
Pathway Anal EMG/Stim Sensor:
17.0 mW/cm2
(maximum intensity, .3ms pulse
width 200Hz)

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BENCH TEST DATA

A series of bench tests were performed using the Pathway STM-10 to show the device accurately applies stimulation and is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. The Pathway STM-10 was used to apply programmed stimulation outputs and the resulting waveforms were measured and compared to the intended signals.

The bench tests show the Pathway STM-10 accurately applies muscle stimulation.

BIOCOMPATIBILITY TESTING

The Pathway Vaginal EMG/Stimulation Perineometer Sensor and the Pathway Anal EMG/Stimulation Perineometer Sensor have been laboratory tested for the safety of the materials. The Pathway Perineometer Sensors were found to be safe under the standards required for each test.

CONCLUSION

The Pathway STM-10 is safe and effective for its intended use. The Pathway STM-10 is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.

END OF 510(k) SUMMARY

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevald Rockville MD 20850

Mr. Peter A. Sullivan Engineer The Prometheus Group 2 Mallards Cove

DUXBURY MA 02332

Re: K030039

MAY 2 3 2003

Trade/Device Name: Pathway STM-10 Pelvic Floor Stimulator Regulation Number: 21 CFR 876.5320 Regulation Name: Nonimplanted electrical continence device Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 78 KPI Dated: April 7, 2003 Received: April 9, 2003 .

Dear Mr. Sullivan:

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.

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.

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); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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), please contact the Office of Compliance at one of the following numbers, based on the regulation number at the top of the letter:

8xx.1xxx(301) 594-4591
876.2xxx, 3xxx, 4xxx, 5xxx(301) 594-4616
884.2xxx, 3xxx, 4xxx, 5xxx, 6xxx(301) 594-4616
892.2xxx, 3xxx, 4xxx, 5xxx(301) 594-4654
Other(301) 594-4692

Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97) you may obtain. Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html.

Sincerely yours,

Nancy C. Brogdon

Nancy C. Brogdon Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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SECTION 2 - STATEMENT OF INDICATIONS FOR USE

2.1 STATEMENT OF INDICATIONS FOR USE

510(k) Number:_K030039 Device Name:__Pathway STM-10 pelvic floor stimulator

Indications for Use:

Indications For Use

    • Urinary Incontinence : Stress, Urge and Mixed Incontinence
    • Neuromuscular Reeducation

Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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