K Number
K041757
Device Name
FEMSPEC DISPOSABLE VAGINAL SPECULUM
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2004-12-23

(177 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
884.4530
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The FemSpec™ disposable vaginal speculum is indicated for diagnostic procedures of the cervix.
Device Description
The FemSpec disposable vaginal speculum consists of a soft plastic inflatable bladder, which once inserted into the vagina is inflated to uniformly press the vaginal wall open. Once inflated the bladder generates an annular space for diagnostic procedures of the cervix.
More Information

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No
The summary describes a mechanical device (inflatable speculum) and does not mention any software, image processing, AI, or ML capabilities.

No
The device is indicated for diagnostic procedures, not for treating any condition.

Yes

The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" states the device is "indicated for diagnostic procedures of the cervix."

No

The device description clearly states it is a physical, disposable vaginal speculum made of soft plastic with an inflatable bladder, indicating it is a hardware device.

Based on the provided information, the FemSpec™ disposable vaginal speculum 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. They are used to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • FemSpec Function: The FemSpec is a physical device used to facilitate a diagnostic procedure (visualizing the cervix). It does not perform a test on a biological sample itself. It's a tool used during a diagnostic procedure, not the diagnostic test itself.
  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states it's indicated for "diagnostic procedures of the cervix," implying it's a tool used in those procedures, not a diagnostic test itself.
  • Device Description: The description details a physical device for opening the vaginal canal, not a method for analyzing biological samples.

Therefore, the FemSpec falls under the category of a medical device used for examination and access, not an in vitro diagnostic device.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The FemSpec disposable vaginal speculum is indicated for diagnostic procedures of the cervix.

Product codes

85 HIB

Device Description

The FemSpec disposable vaginal speculum consists of a soft plastic inflatable bladder, which once inserted into the vagina is inflated to uniformly press the vaginal wall open. Once inflated the bladder generates an annular space for diagnostic procedures of the cervix.

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

cervix

Indicated Patient Age Range

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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

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Key Metrics

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Predicate Device(s)

K012535 - Doctors Research Group SoftSpec Vaginal Speculum

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 884.4530 Obstetric-gynecologic specialized manual instrument.

(a)
Identification. An obstetric-gynecologic specialized manual instrument is one of a group of devices used during obstetric-gynecologic procedures to perform manipulative diagnostic and surgical functions (e.g., dilating, grasping, measuring, and scraping), where structural integrity is the chief criterion of device performance. This type of device consists of the following:(1) An amniotome is an instrument used to rupture the fetal membranes.
(2) A circumcision clamp is an instrument used to compress the foreskin of the penis during circumcision of a male infant.
(3) An umbilical clamp is an instrument used to compress the umbilical cord.
(4) A uterine curette is an instrument used to scrape and remove material from the uterus.
(5) A fixed-size cervical dilator is any of a series of bougies of various sizes used to dilate the cervical os by stretching the cervix.
(6) A uterine elevator is an instrument inserted into the uterus used to lift and manipulate the uterus.
(7) A gynecological surgical forceps is an instrument with two blades and handles used to pull, grasp, or compress during gynecological examination.
(8) A cervical cone knife is a cutting instrument used to excise and remove tissue from the cervix.
(9) A gynecological cerclage needle is a looplike instrument used to suture the cervix.
(10) A hook-type contraceptive intrauterine device (IUD) remover is an instrument used to remove an IUD from the uterus.
(11) A gynecological fibroid screw is an instrument used to hold onto a fibroid.
(12) A uterine sound is an instrument used to determine the depth of the uterus by inserting it into the uterine cavity.
(13) A cytological cervical spatula is a blunt instrument used to scrape and remove cytological material from the surface of the cervix or vagina.
(14) A gynecological biopsy forceps is an instrument with two blades and handles used for gynecological biopsy procedures.
(15) A uterine tenaculum is a hooklike instrument used to seize and hold the cervix or fundus.
(16) An internal pelvimeter is an instrument used within the vagina to measure the diameter and capacity of the pelvis.
(17) A nonmetal vaginal speculum is a nonmetal instrument used to expose the interior of the vagina.
(18) A fiberoptic nonmetal vaginal speculum is a nonmetal instrument, with fiberoptic light, used to expose and illuminate the interior of the vagina.
(b)
Classification. (1) Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an umbilical clamp with or without a cutter, a uterine tenaculum which is sterile and does not use suction and is intended for single use, a nonmetal vaginal speculum, or a fiberoptic nonmetal vaginal speculum, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 884.9.(2) Class I for the amniotome, uterine curette, cervical dilator (fixed-size bougies), cerclage needle, IUD remover, uterine sound, and gynecological biopsy forceps. The devices subject to this paragraph (b)(2) are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter, subject to the limitations in § 884.9.

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DEC 2 3 2004

K041757

SECTION V:

510(k) Summary FemSpec Disposable Vaginal Speculum
Date Prepared:
This 510(k) summary is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR §807.92.
A.SubmitterFemSpec
220 Halleck Street, Suite 120
San Francisco, CA 94129-0450
B.Company ContactGerald Jay Sanders, CEO
C.Device Name
Trade Name:FemSpec Disposable Vaginal Speculum
Common Name:Disposable Vaginal Speculum
Classification Name:Non-metal Vaginal Speculum
Classification:Class II per 21 CFR 884.4530
D.Predicate DevicesK012535 - Doctors Research Group SoftSpec Vaginal Speculum
E. Description of Device
The FemSpec disposable vaginal speculum consists of a soft plastic inflatable bladder, which once inserted into the vagina is inflated to uniformly press the vaginal wall open. Once inflated the bladder generates an annular space for diagnostic procedures of the cervix.
D.Intended Use
The FemSpec disposable vaginal speculum is indicated for diagnostic procedures of the cervix.
E. Comparison of Technological Characteristics
The basic technology, design, mode of operation, materials of construction and intended use of the FemSpec™ disposable vaginal speculum is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

DEC 2 3 2004

Mr. Gerald Jay Sanders CEO FemSpec L.L.C. 220 Halleck Street, Suite 120B P.O. Box 29450 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94129 Re: K041757 Trade/Device Name: FemSpec™ Disposable Vaginal Speculum Regulation Number: 21 CFR 884.4530 Regulation Name: Obstetric-gynecologic specialized manual instrument Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 85 HIB Dated: October 19, 2004 Received: October 20, 2004

Dear Mr. Sanders:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced we have reviewed your bettred by to substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in above and have detenimined the ad predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to the cliciosate) to tegans mantelou promises province Amendments, or to devices that have been May 26, 1770, die enactified and of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that reclassified in accondation while proval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the do not require approval or a provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act device, subject to the general economy prove, 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 (Premarket If your device is olassified (500 as the Additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your Apploval), it may be sabject to earling the 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA device ban of round minouncements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that r Rase be advisou that i Driver in 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 I caral statues and regulation but not limited to registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling Act STEQuirements, moduling bactice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) (21 CFR Part 801); 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) I mis letter witi anow you to ogin mating of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally premarked notification: "The PDF Interiog sification 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 If you desire specific advice tor your derroof the following numbers, based on the regulation number at the top of this letter:

21 CFR 876.xxxx(Gastroenterology/Renal/Urology)240-276-0115
21 CFR 884.xxxx(Obstetrics/Gynecology)240-276-0115
21 CFR 892.xxxx(Radiology)240-276-0120
Other240-276-0100

Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Also, please note the regulation entires) formation on your responsibilities under the Act from the 807.77). Tou may obtain carees, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) DVNSloll or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrb/dsmadsmamain.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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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Device Name: FemSpec™ Disposable Vaginal Speculum

Indications for Use:

The FemSpec™ disposable vaginal speculum is indicated for diagnostic procedures of the cervix.

Prescription Use: X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

AND/OR

Over-The-Counter Use: (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

David W. Lyonn

Abdominal

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