K Number
K150898
Device Name
LiquoGuard 7, LiquoGuard 7 Drainage Set, Lenght 2000mm
Date Cleared
2015-12-18

(260 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
882.5550
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The LiquoGuard 7 is indicated for the external drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). It connects to any drainage catheter (not part of the product) which is usually inserted by the doctor into the lateral or third ventricle of the brain or lumbar subarachnoid space in selected patients to reduce intrathecal pressure. The LiquoGuard 7 controls CSF pressure using pressure sensors and a pump and also monitors CSF pressure and cerebrospinal fluid flow during CSF drainage, and provides many alarm functions.
Device Description
The LiquoGuard 7 CSF Drainage System consists of a pump and a corresponding disposable drainage tube set, including two pressure sensors. The dynamic range of this system is from -75 mmHg to +100 mmHg. The drainage tube set is inserted into the pump, connected to the intrathecal drainage catheter (not part of the product) via a 3way stopcock and the LiquoGuard 7 device via cable connector. The device continuously measures the pressure of CSF due to the fluid column inside the tube and operates the peristalticpump of LiguoGuard 7 whenever the current patient's CSF pressure is higher than a preselected target pressure. Thus the LiguoGuard 7 combines CSF drainage and intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring like the predicate device, the LiquoGuard CSF System, with integrated alarm and documentation/data logging functions, improving safety, simplifying the handling and enhancing patient's mobility.
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The description focuses on pressure sensing, a peristaltic pump, and control logic based on preselected target pressure, which are traditional engineering principles, not AI/ML. There is no mention of learning, adaptation, or complex pattern recognition.

Yes
The device is used to reduce intrathecal pressure by draining cerebrospinal fluid, which is a direct therapeutic intervention.

No

Explanation: The device is described as a CSF drainage system that controls and monitors CSF pressure. While it monitors physical parameters (CSF pressure and flow), its primary function is therapeutic (drainage) rather than providing information for diagnosis of a disease or condition. It is used to "reduce intrathecal pressure" in "selected patients," implying patients already diagnosed with a condition requiring CSF drainage.

No

The device description explicitly states it consists of a pump, a disposable drainage tube set, and pressure sensors, which are hardware components.

Based on the provided information, the LiquoGuard 7 is not an In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) device.

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is the "external drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)" and "monitors CSF pressure and cerebrospinal fluid flow during CSF drainage". This involves interacting directly with the patient's body (draining fluid from the brain or spinal cord) and monitoring physiological parameters.
  • Device Description: The device is a "CSF Drainage System" consisting of a pump and tubing set that connects to a drainage catheter inserted into the patient. It measures pressure and operates a pump to drain fluid.
  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are devices intended for use in the examination of specimens derived from the human body (such as blood, urine, or tissue) to provide information for diagnostic, monitoring, or compatibility purposes. The LiquoGuard 7 does not examine specimens in vitro (outside the body); it interacts with and drains fluid in vivo (within the body).

The LiquoGuard 7 is a medical device used for therapeutic and monitoring purposes related to cerebrospinal fluid drainage, but it does not fit the definition of an In Vitro Diagnostic device.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The LiquoGuard 7 is indicated for the external drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). It connects to any drainage catheter (not part of the product) which is usually inserted by the doctor into the lateral or third ventricle of the brain or lumbar subarachnoid space in selected patients to reduce intrathecal pressure. The LiquoGuard 7 controls CSF pressure using pressure sensors and a pump and also monitors CSF pressure and cerebrospinal fluid flow during CSF drainage, and provides many alarm functions.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

JXG

Device Description

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) drainage and pressure monitoring in lumbar and ventricular applications is the "gold standard" for cases involving trauma, post-operation, shunt infection, subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) therapy, neurophysiological monitoring during vascular surgery (e.g. TAA and TAAA) and normal-pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) diagnosis.

The LiquoGuard 7 CSF Drainage System consists of a pump and a corresponding disposable drainage tube set, including two pressure sensors. The dynamic range of this system is from -75 mmHg to +100 mmHg. The drainage tube set is inserted into the pump, connected to the intrathecal drainage catheter (not part of the product) via a 3way stopcock and the LiquoGuard 7 device via cable connector. The device continuously measures the pressure of CSF due to the fluid column inside the tube and operates the peristalticpump of LiguoGuard 7 whenever the current patient's CSF pressure is higher than a preselected target pressure. Thus the LiguoGuard 7 combines CSF drainage and intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring like the predicate device, the LiquoGuard CSF System, with integrated alarm and documentation/data logging functions, improving safety, simplifying the handling and enhancing patient's mobility.

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

lateral or third ventricle of the brain or lumbar subarachnoid space

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 (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

The LiquoGuard 7 has the same indication for use as the predicate devices (measurement and drainage of CSF). In addition, the LiquoGuard 7 tubing set is made from the same materials as the predicate devices, and because the risks associated with the surgical insertion of a CSF drain are not dependent on the CSF drainage system chosen, no new safety or effectiveness concerns are introduced over the predicate devices. Please refer to Table 3 for the list of bench tests – there you find a list of all bench tests that have been performed.

The test series exhibits a very wide range of performance tests and all necessary and required tests for the LiquoGuard 7 were appropriate performed and all tests passed according to the predetermined pass/fail criteria. Particularly highlighting are tests which serve to check the pressure and alarm systems. For this purpose, a plurality of measurements has been carried out to verify the critical components.

Study Type: Bench Tests

Accuracy of measured and displayed pressure:
Test method summary: Verify precision of displayed pressure at various pump rates and pressure loads. Criterion: Deviation of displayed pressures less than ± 2mmHg to water column.
Results: All samples passed the acceptance criteria. In relevancy of the test results the substantial equivalence is verified.

Endurance test with in-vitro simulated patient:
Test method summary: Verify long term stability of the device with simulated patient > 30 days (includes 3 tube set changes). Criterion: No malfunction of the device.
Results: All samples passed the acceptance criteria. In relevancy of the test results the substantial equivalence is verified.

Verify pump stopping:
Test method summary: Verify reliability of pump stopping with negative pressure at different flow rates. Criterion: Pump stops at the predefined pressure level Pmin.
Results: All samples passed the acceptance criteria. In relevancy of the test results the substantial equivalence is verified.

Pressure stability while patient movement:
Test method summary: Verify device function depending of pressure sensor position. Criterion: Displayed pressure changes with a deviation of ± 1mmHg while movement.
Results: All samples passed the acceptance criteria. In relevancy of the test results the substantial equivalence is verified.

Minimum and maximum flow rate and accuracy of the measured and displayed volume at adjusted flow rate:
Test method summary: Verify accuracy of the total volume measurement at different pump rates. Deviations of the real flow from the adjusted flow and deviations of the displayed flow and the actual flow are measured. Criterion: Deviations are smaller than ± 15%.
Results: All samples passed the acceptance criteria. In relevancy of the test results the substantial equivalence is verified.

AAMI NS28:1988 (Revision 2010):
Test method summary: Verify all applicable requirements of AAMI NS28:1988 (3.1.2.1, 3.1.2.2, 3.1.2.3, 3.1.3 and 3.2). Criterion: According to AAMI NS28:1998 (Revision 2010).
Results: All samples passed the acceptance criteria. In relevancy of the test results the substantial equivalence is verified.

Alarm: pressure too low:
Test method summary: Verify pressure alarms: PCSF stays below the defined limit of PLOW an alarm has to activate. Increase of PCSF > PLOW alarm has to deactivate automatically. Criterion: Alarm is issued reliably after intentional delay of 20 seconds.
Results: All samples passed the acceptance criteria. In relevancy of the test results the substantial equivalence is verified.

Alarm: pressure too high:
Test method summary: Verify pressure alarms: PCSF stays over the defined limit of PHIGH an alarm has to activate. Increase of PCSF

§ 882.5550 Central nervous system fluid shunt and components.

(a)
Identification. A central nervous system fluid shunt is a device or combination of devices used to divert fluid from the brain or other part of the central nervous system to an internal delivery site or an external receptacle for the purpose of relieving elevated intracranial pressure or fluid volume (e.g., due to hydrocephalus). Components of a central nervous system shunt include catheters, valved catheters, valves, connectors, and other accessory components intended to facilitate use of the shunt or evaluation of a patient with a shunt.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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December 18, 2015

Möller Medical GmbH Ms. Juliane Dragon Regulatory Affairs Manager Wasserkuppenstr. 29-31 Fulda, Hessen 36043 Germany

Re: K150898

Trade/Device Name: LiquoGuard 7 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5550 Regulation Name: Central Nervous System Fluid Shunt and Components Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JXG Dated: November 12, 2015 Received: November 20, 2015

Dear Ms. Dragon:

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. 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.

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Sincerely yours,

Carlos L. Pena -S

Carlos L. Peña, PhD, MS Director Division of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K150898

Device Name LiquoGuard 7

Indications for Use (Describe)

The LiquoGuard 7 is indicated for the external drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). It connects to any drainage catheter (not part of the product) which is usually inserted by the doctor into the lateral or third ventricle of the brain or lumbar subarachnoid space in selected patients to reduce intrathecal pressure. The LiquoGuard 7 controls CSF pressure using pressure sensors and a pump and also monitors CSF pressure and cerebrospinal fluid flow during CSF drainage, and provides many alarm functions.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
☑ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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510(k) Summary

1. Submitter

| Submitter: | Möller Medical GmbH
Wasserkuppenstraße 29-31
36043 Fulda, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 661-94195-0
Fax: +49 (0) 661-94195-850 |
|-----------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Establishment Registration Number: 3006611221 | |
| Contact Person: | Grant Geckeler
Free lance consultant
1612 Jenks Drive
Corona, CA 92880
Phone: +1 858 603 1838
E-mail: grant.geckeler@gmail.com |
| Date Prepared: | March 24, 2015 |

2. Device

| Trade name: | LiquoGuard 7
Consists of: LiquoGuard 7 pump and LiquoGuard 7
disposable drainage tube sets |
|-----------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common or Usual Name: | External CSF Drainage System |
| Classification Name: | Shunt, Central Nervous System and Components (21 CFR
882.5550) |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Product Code: | JXG |

3. Predicate Device

The Möller Medical LiquoGuard 7 is substantially equivalent to the LiquoGuard CSF System listed below with regard to intended use, design, operating principles, materials, CSF pressure monitoring, semiconductor sensor principle, display, alarm functions and data recording.

LiquoGuard CSF System: K121248

4. Device Description

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) drainage and pressure monitoring in lumbar and ventricular applications is the "gold standard" for cases involving trauma, post-operation, shunt infection, subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) therapy, neurophysiological monitoring during vascular surgery (e.g. TAA and TAAA) and normal-pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) diagnosis.

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The LiquoGuard 7 CSF Drainage System consists of a pump and a corresponding disposable drainage tube set, including two pressure sensors. The dynamic range of this system is from -75 mmHg to +100 mmHg. The drainage tube set is inserted into the pump, connected to the intrathecal drainage catheter (not part of the product) via a 3way stopcock and the LiquoGuard 7 device via cable connector. The device continuously measures the pressure of CSF due to the fluid column inside the tube and operates the peristalticpump of LiguoGuard 7 whenever the current patient's CSF pressure is higher than a preselected target pressure. Thus the LiguoGuard 7 combines CSF drainage and intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring like the predicate device, the LiquoGuard CSF System, with integrated alarm and documentation/data logging functions, improving safety, simplifying the handling and enhancing patient's mobility.

5. Indications for Use

The LiguoGuard 7 is indicated for the external drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). It connects to any drainage catheter (not part of the product) which is usually inserted by the doctor into the lateral or third ventricle of the brain or lumbar subarachnoid space in selected patients to reduce intrathecal pressure. The LiquoGuard 7 controls CSF pressure using pressure sensors and a pump and also monitors CSF pressure and cerebrospinal fluid flow during CSF drainage, and provides many alarm functions.

6. Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device

The LiquoGuard 7 is working equivalently to the predicate device, with the additional safety that, using LiquoGuard 7, a bleeding or swelling of the brain may be detected in many cases (flow control and alarm). The principles of measurement are exactly the same as both systems measure the pressure of the surrounding liquid.

The LiguoGuard 7 behaves comparable to the predicate device. It is able to sound and display alarms to operators, is portable, can be used while not connected to the mains, records and stores data and can be connected to bedside monitoring systems.

The LiquoGuard 7 and its predicate device both utilize components such as sterile tubing's, pressure sensors, CSF drainage bags, microcontroller and interfaces. The LiquoGuard 7 tubing set is made from polyvinyl chloride, the same material that the predicate devices tubing sets are made of, along with numerous marketed IV administration tubing sets. The LiquoGuard 7 tubing set has two pressure transducers, such as the predicate device tubing's. Both systems include CSF drainage bags to collect drained CSF.

Both systems display values, curves and trends on a built in monitor, sound alarms via speaker and light emitting LED, are operated by pressing foil keypad buttons or a touch display and are basically computer and software controlled.

Both systems measure intrathecal pressure the same way; critical intrathecal pressure increase in the patient can be recognized, thereby enabling the required diagnostic and treatment steps to be taken. Since the pressure measurement in systems is done via piezo-resistive pressure sensors that are attached at reference height to the patient, there is no difference in intrathecal pressure measurement. Additional details for comparing these CSF Systems are contained in Table 1 and Table 2.

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| Product
Component | Predicate device
(LiquoGuard CSF
System) | LiquoGuard 7 |
|----------------------|------------------------------------------------|--------------|
| Tube set disposable | ● | ● |
| CSF drainage bag | ● | ● |
| Pressure transducer | ● | ● |
| Micro controller | ● | ● |
| Software operated | ● | ● |
| Data storage | ● | ● |
| Screen | ● | ● |
| Ports | ● | ● |
| Casing | ● | ● |
| Power supply | ● | ● |

Table 1: System Comparison

Table 2: Device Comparison

Predicate deviceLiquoGuard 7
IndicationExternal drainage of
cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from
the lateral ventricles of the
brain or the lumbar
subarachnoid space to reduce
intracranial pressure and
measurement of CSF pressure.External drainage of
cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from
the lateral ventricles of the brain
or the lumbar subarachnoid
space to reduce intracranial
pressure and measurement of
CSF pressure.
CSF sterile tubing set with
pressure sensor and
drainage bagTubing material: Polyvinyl
chloride (PVC).
Pressure sensor: Dual
transducers.
CSF Collection Bag: 500ml.Tubing material: Polyvinyl
chloride (PVC).
Pressure sensor: Dual
transducers.
CSF Collection Bag: 500ml.
Pressure controlling
mechanismBased on pressure equivalence
(Pascal's law of fluid statics)
between patient and pressure
sensors inside the tubing.
From the sensor location,
drainage is performed using a
peristaltic pump controlled by
the sensed pressure inside the
tubing.Based on pressure equivalence
(Pascal's law of fluid statics)
between patient and pressure
sensors inside the tubing.
From the sensor location,
drainage is performed using a
peristaltic pump controlled by
the sensed pressure inside the
tubing.
Height alignment of patient
and deviceDevice can be positioned
arbitrarily, only the pressure
sensor needs to be aligned.Device can be positioned
arbitrarily, only the pressure
sensor needs to be aligned.
Device adjusting fluid flowLiquoGuard CSF System
peristaltic pump controlled by
pressure at sensor location.LiquoGuard 7 peristaltic pump
controlled by pressure at sensor
location.
Predicate deviceLiquoGuard 7
Monitoring functionsDrained volume and pressure
curve inside tubing (equal to
intracranial pressure unless
blockage) are monitored and
recorded by LiquoGuard CSF
System.Drained volume and pressure
curve inside tubing (equal to
intracranial pressure unless
blockage) are monitored and
recorded by LiquoGuard 7.
Alarm functions enhancing
patient safetyMany alarm functions
integrated in the system:
  • Pressure too high.
  • Pressure too low.
  • Physiological pressure
    pulsation lost.
  • Pressure remains constant for
    too long.
  • Dual sensors deviate in
    readings (defective sensor).
  • Watchdog or main controller
    does not respond to each
    other's requests (device or
    software malfunction).
  • Battery low | Many alarm functions integrated
    in the system:
  • Pressure too high.
  • Pressure too low.
  • Physiological pressure
    pulsation lost.
  • Pressure remains constant for
    too long.
  • Dual sensors deviate in
    readings (defective sensor).
  • Watchdog or main controller
    does not respond to each other's
    requests (device or software
    malfunction).
  • Battery low
  • Sensor difference ICP vs.
    PCSF
  • No ICP sensor connected
  • High Flow Alarm
  • Low Flow Alarm |
    | Measured pressure range | -15mmHg to +75mmHg. | -75mmHg to +100mmHg |
    | Physical dimensions | 315mm x 210 mm x 280 mm (H
    x W x D).
    4.8 kg. | 145mm x 238.1mm x 212.8mm
    (H x W x D).
    3.7 kg. |
    | Displayed parameters | Actual ICP value, ICP
    waveform, ICP trend.
    Display resolution of 1 mmHg. | Actual ICP and PCSF value, ICP
    and PCSF waveform, ICP and
    PCSF trend.
    Display resolution of 1 mmHg. |
    | Sensor type | Dual transducer. | Dual transducer. |
    | Scheduled preventive
    maintenance | Every 12 months | Every 12 months |
    | Battery | Rechargeable sealed lead acid.
    Operation time: 3h. | Rechargeable Lithium Ion.
    Operation time: 2h. |

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510(k) Summary

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7. Performance Data

The LiquoGuard 7 has the same indication for use as the predicate devices (measurement and drainage of CSF). In addition, the LiquoGuard 7 tubing set is made from the same materials as the predicate devices, and because the risks associated with the surgical insertion of a CSF drain are not dependent on the CSF drainage system chosen, no new safety or effectiveness concerns are introduced over the predicate devices. Please refer to Table 3 for the list of bench tests – there you find a list of all bench tests that have been performed.

The test series exhibits a very wide range of performance tests and all necessary and required tests for the LiquoGuard 7 were appropriate performed and all tests passed according to the predetermined pass/fail criteria. Particularly highlighting are tests which serve to check the pressure and alarm systems. For this purpose, a plurality of measurements has been carried out to verify the critical components.

TestTest method summaryResults
Accuracy of
measured and
displayed
pressureVerify precision of displayed pressure at
various pump rates and pressure loads.
Criterion: Deviation of displayed
pressures less than ± 2mmHg to water
column.All samples passed the
acceptance criteria. In
relevancy of the test results the
substantial equivalence is
verified.
Endurance test
with in-vitro
simulated
patientVerify long term stability of the device
with simulated patient > 30 days
(includes 3 tube set changes).
Criterion: No malfunction of the device.All samples passed the
acceptance criteria. In
relevancy of the test results the
substantial equivalence is
verified.
Verify pump
stoppingVerify reliability of pump stopping with
negative pressure at different flow rates.
Criterion: Pump stops at the predefined
pressure level Pmin-All samples passed the
acceptance criteria. In
relevancy of the test results the
substantial equivalence is
verified.
Pressure
stability while
patient
movementVerify device function depending of
pressure sensor position.
Criterion: Displayed pressure changes
with a deviation of ± 1mmHg while
movement.All samples passed the
acceptance criteria. In
relevancy of the test results the
substantial equivalence is
verified.
Minimum and
maximum flow
rate and
accuracy of the
measured and
displayed
volume at
adjusted flow
rateVerify accuracy of the total volume
measurement at different pump rates.
Deviations of the real flow from the
adjusted flow and deviations of the
displayed flow and the actual flow are
measured.
Criterion: Deviations are smaller than
± 15%.All samples passed the
acceptance criteria. In
relevancy of the test results the
substantial equivalence is
verified.
AAMI
NS28:1988
(Revision 2010)Verify all applicable requirements of
AAMI NS28:1988 (3.1.2.1, 3.1.2.2,
3.1.2.3, 3.1.3 and 3.2).
Criterion: According to AAMI NS28:1998
(Revision 2010).All samples passed the
acceptance criteria. In
relevancy of the test results the
substantial equivalence is
verified.
TestTest method summaryResults
Alarm: pressure
too lowVerify pressure alarms: PCSF stays below
the defined limit of PLOW an alarm has to
activate. Increase of PCSF > PLOW alarm
has to deactivate automatically.
Criterion: Alarm is issued reliably after
intentional delay of 20 seconds.All samples passed the
acceptance criteria. In
relevancy of the test results the
substantial equivalence is
verified.
Alarm: pressure
too highVerify pressure alarms: PCSF stays over
the defined limit of PHIGH an alarm has to
activate. Increase of PCSF