Confirm Rx Insertable Cardiac Monitor

• K Number: K182981
• Device Name: Confirm Rx Insertable Cardiac Monitor
• Manufacturer: Abbott
• Date Cleared: 2019-03-29 ( 151 days)
• Product Code: MXC DSI
• Regulation Number: 870.2800

Intended Use

The Confirm RxIM ICM is indicated for the monitoring and diagnostic evaluation of patients who experience wersplained symptoms such as: dizziness, palpitations, chest pain, syncope, and shortness of breath, as well as patients who are at risk for cardiac arrhythmias. It is also indicated for patients who have been previously diagnosed with atrial fibrillation or who are susceptible to developing atrial fibrillation. The Confirm RxIM ICM has not been specifically tested for pediatric use.

Device Description

The ICM is intended as a minimally invasive, implantable diagnostic monitoring device, with subcutaneous electrodes, looping memory, and automatic as well as patient-activated EGM storage capability, which help physicians monitor, diagnose, and document patients who are susceptible to cardiac arrhythmias. It has a two-year longevity, MR conditional labeling, sensing and detection algorithms, and Bluetooth communication. Specific features include: - Patient-initiated triggering of EGM storage using the myMerlin™™ Patient App for o mobile devices. This includes capability for the patient to identify symptoms, which are stored with the EGM for physician review. - Automated triggering of EGM storage when tachycardia, bradycardia, or pauses are o detected; with physician-programmable values for pause duration, bradycardia rate, tachycardia rate, and number of tachycardia intervals. - Automated triggering of EGM storage when atrial fibrillation (AF) is detected, with O physician programmable values for AF duration. - The ability to identify EGM anomalies as a consequence of noise or vigorous activity o and inhibit EGM storage as applicable. - Remote care monitoring. o

Predicate Devices

K163407

Reference Devices

K163407

AI/ML (Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning)

No
The description focuses on rule-based detection algorithms and programmable thresholds, not AI/ML.

Therapeutic

No
The device is described as a "diagnostic monitoring device" used to identify cardiac arrhythmias and symptoms, not to treat them.

Diagnostic

Yes

The "Intended Use / Indications for Use" section states that the device is indicated for "monitoring and diagnostic evaluation of patients." Additionally, the "Device Description" explicitly refers to the ICM as an "implantable diagnostic monitoring device."

SaMD (Software as a Medical Device)

No

The device description explicitly states it is a "minimally invasive, implantable diagnostic monitoring device, with subcutaneous electrodes". This indicates it includes hardware components that are implanted in the patient.

IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)

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

Here's why:

• IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are medical devices used to examine specimens taken from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information about a person's health. This information is used for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
• Device Function: The Confirm RxIM ICM is an implantable diagnostic monitoring device. It monitors electrical activity of the heart (EGMs) within the patient's body. It does not analyze samples taken from the body.
• Intended Use: The intended use is for monitoring and diagnostic evaluation of patients experiencing symptoms related to cardiac arrhythmias and those at risk for or diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. This is achieved by recording and storing the heart's electrical signals directly from within the body.

Therefore, because the device operates by monitoring physiological signals in vivo rather than analyzing samples in vitro, it does not fit the definition of an In Vitro Diagnostic.

PCCP (Predetermined Change Control Plan) Authorized

N/A

Overview

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Confirm RxIM ICM is indicated for the monitoring and diagnostic evaluation of patients who experience wersplained symptoms such as: dizziness, palpitations, chest pain, syncope, and shortness of breath, as well as patients who are at risk for cardiac arrhythmias. It is also indicated for patients who have been previously diagnosed with atrial fibrillation or who are susceptible to developing atrial fibrillation.

The Confirm RxIM ICM has not been specifically tested for pediatric use.

Product codes

MXC, DSI

Device Description

The Confirm Rx™ ICM Model DM3500 Implantable Device: The ICM is intended as a minimally invasive, implantable diagnostic monitoring device, with subcutaneous electrodes, looping memory, and automatic as well as patient-activated EGM storage capability, which help physicians monitor, diagnose, and document patients who are susceptible to cardiac arrhythmias. It has a two-year longevity, MR conditional labeling, sensing and detection algorithms, and Bluetooth communication. Specific features include:

• Patient-initiated triggering of EGM storage using the myMerlin™™ Patient App for o mobile devices. This includes capability for the patient to identify symptoms, which are stored with the EGM for physician review.
• Automated triggering of EGM storage when tachycardia, bradycardia, or pauses are o detected; with physician-programmable values for pause duration, bradycardia rate, tachycardia rate, and number of tachycardia intervals.
• Automated triggering of EGM storage when atrial fibrillation (AF) is detected, with O physician programmable values for AF duration.
• The ability to identify EGM anomalies as a consequence of noise or vigorous activity o and inhibit EGM storage as applicable.
• Remote care monitoring. o

The Confirm RxTM ICM (DM3500) is 4.95 x 0.95 x 0.33 cm in dimension and uses Bluetooth® wireless telemetry to communicate with external devices, including the Merlin PCS programmer and the myMerlin™ mobile application. An external magnet facilitates faster startup of Bluetooth connection and provides user authentication (required for programmer sessions). The remote monitoring equipment for the Confirm Rx™ ICM is the myMerlin™ for Confirm RxTM mobile application, installed on a patient's or Abbott-provided mobile device, using built-in cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity. The myMerlin™ for Confirm RxTM mobile application provides the means for the patient to activate EGM recording in the Confirm Rx™ device, with data passthrough functionality to enable physician follow-up via the Merlin.net Patient Care Network (clinician portal). The Confirm Rx™ ICM (DM3500) will continue to use the same technology.

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

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Indicated Patient Age Range

The Confirm RxTM ICM has not been specifically tested for pediatric patients below the age of 18 years.

Intended User / Care Setting

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Description of the training 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)

All necessary testing was conducted on the candidate Confirm Rx™ ICM DM3500 to support a determination of substantial equivalence to the predicate device, including:

• Firmware Verification and System Validation
• Mechanical Performance ●

Completion of all verification and validation activities demonstrated that the device with updated firmware and UV Cure material meets its predetermined design and performance specifications and that the product is substantially equivalent to the predicate Confirm Rx™ ICM device (K163407). The results of the testing show that the candidate Confirm RxTM ICM performs as intended and is safe for its intended use.

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

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Predicate Device(s)

K163407

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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Regulation Number and Section

§ 870.2800 Medical magnetic tape recorder.

(a)
Identification. A medical magnetic tape recorder is a device used to record and play back signals from, for example, physiological amplifiers, signal conditioners, or computers.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

Summary

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March 29, 2019

Abbott Laura Sparks Regulatory Affairs Specialist 15900 Valley View Ct. Sylmar. California 91342

Re: K182981

Trade/Device Name: Confirm Rx Insertable Cardiac Monitor (ICM) System, Model DM3500 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2800 Regulation Name: Medical Magnetic Tape Recorder Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MXC, DSI Dated: March 1, 2019 Received: March 4, 2019

Dear Laura Sparks:

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. 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 located 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.

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 of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for

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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm.

For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/DeviceRegulationandGuidance/) and CDRH Learn (http://www.fda.gov/Training/CDRHLearn). 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 (http://www.fda.gov/DICE) for more information or contact DICE by email ([e-mail]) or phone [phone] or 301-796-7100).

Sincerely,

Jessica E. Paulsen -S

for

Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration

Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K182981

Device Name

Confirm RxIM Insertable Cardiac Monitor (ICM) System, Model DM3500

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Confirm RxIM ICM is indicated for the monitoring and diagnostic evaluation of patients who experience wersplained symptoms such as: dizziness, palpitations, chest pain, syncope, and shortness of breath, as well as patients who are at risk for cardiac arrhythmias. It is also indicated for patients who have been previously diagnosed with atrial fibrillation or who are susceptible to developing atrial fibrillation.

The Confirm RxIM ICM has not been specifically tested for pediatric use.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)

2 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

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

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Date Prepared:	November 16, 2018
Submitter:	Abbott (formerly St. Jude Medical), Cardiac Rhythm Management
Division
Address:	15900 Valley View Ct.
Sylmar, CA 91342
USA
Phone:	[phone]
Establishment Registration:	2017865
Contact Person:	Laura Sparks
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
[phone]
[e-mail]	Jennifer Dunham
Manager, Regulatory Affairs
[phone]
[e-mail]
Trade Name/Proprietary
Name:	Confirm RxTM ICM
Common Name:	Insertable Cardiac Monitor
Model Number:	DM3500
Classification Name:	Telephone electrocardiograph transmitter and receiver (21 CFR 870.2920)
Product Code:	MXC, DSI
Classification:	Class II
Pediatric Use:	The Confirm RxTM ICM has not been specifically tested in pediatric
patients below the age of 18 years.

LEGALLY MARKETED DEVICES TO WHICH SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE IS CLAIMED

510(k) K163407: Confirm Rx™ Insertable Cardiac Monitor (ICM) System

INDICATIONS FOR USE

There are no changes to the Indications for Use as a result of this submission. The Indications for Use for the Confirm RxTM ICM system are as follows:

The Confirm Rx™ ICM is indicated for the monitoring and diagnostic evaluation of patients who experience unexplained symptoms such as: dizziness, palpitations, chest pain, syncope, and shortness of breath, as well as patients who are at risk for cardiac arrhythmias. It is also indicated for patients who have been previously diagnosed with atrial fibrillation or who are susceptible to developing atrial fibrillation.

The Confirm RxTM ICM has not been specifically tested for pediatric use.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The device description of the Confirm Rx™ Insertable Cardiac Monitor (ICM) Model DM3500 is as follows:

• . Confirm Rx™ ICM Model DM3500 Implantable Device: The ICM is intended as a minimally invasive, implantable diagnostic monitoring device, with subcutaneous electrodes, looping memory, and automatic as well as patient-activated EGM storage capability, which help physicians monitor, diagnose, and document patients who are susceptible to cardiac arrhythmias. It has a two-year longevity, MR conditional labeling, sensing and detection algorithms, and Bluetooth communication. Specific features include:
  • Patient-initiated triggering of EGM storage using the myMerlin™™ Patient App for o mobile devices. This includes capability for the patient to identify symptoms, which are stored with the EGM for physician review.
  • Automated triggering of EGM storage when tachycardia, bradycardia, or pauses are o detected; with physician-programmable values for pause duration, bradycardia rate, tachycardia rate, and number of tachycardia intervals.
  • Automated triggering of EGM storage when atrial fibrillation (AF) is detected, with O physician programmable values for AF duration.
  • The ability to identify EGM anomalies as a consequence of noise or vigorous activity o and inhibit EGM storage as applicable.
  • Remote care monitoring. o

TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The Confirm RxTM ICM (DM3500) is 4.95 x 0.95 x 0.33 cm in dimension and uses Bluetooth® wireless telemetry to communicate with external devices, including the Merlin PCS programmer and the myMerlin™ mobile application. An external magnet facilitates faster startup of Bluetooth connection and provides user authentication (required for programmer sessions). The remote monitoring equipment for the Confirm Rx™ ICM is the myMerlin™ for Confirm RxTM mobile application, installed on a patient's or Abbott-provided mobile device, using built-in cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity. The myMerlin™ for Confirm RxTM mobile application provides the means for the patient to activate EGM recording in the Confirm Rx™ device, with data passthrough functionality to enable physician follow-up via the Merlin.net Patient Care Network (clinician portal). The Confirm Rx™ ICM (DM3500) will continue to use the same technology. See Figure 1 for a block diagram of the Confirm RxTM ICM system.

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Image /page/5/Figure/3 description: The image shows a diagram of an insertable cardiac monitor (ICM) system. The system includes several components, such as a clinician, programmer, external magnet, heart, patient, clinician portal, patient application, patient activator, and patient transmitter. The ICM is connected to the heart via sensing, and it communicates with the programmer and patient application via telemetry communications. The clinician can access the system through the clinician portal, which is connected to the patient application via the internet.

Figure 1: Block Diagram of Confirm RxTM ICM System

Only the Confirm Rx™ ICM DM3500 is the subject of this premarket notification. The Merlin PCS 3650 programmer and Merlin.net MN5000 are already FDA approved, with Confirm Rx™ supported on programmer software model 3330 v23.0.1 or higher (per P910023/S382 approved on October 20, 2017) and on Merlin.net v7.5 or higher (per P910023/S381 approved on October 20, 2017). The myMerlin™ for Confirm RxTM mobile applications are FDA cleared per 510(k) K163407 on September 29, 2017 (Android app, APP1000) and K173232 on November 2, 2017 (iOS app. APP1001). The magnet, Model 3111. is Class I exempt MDDS.

The Confirm RxTM ICM (both predicate (K1634097) and candidate) is MR Conditional.

The Confirm Rx™ ICM is encased in parylene-coated titanium that incorporates two subcutaneous electrodes. The header material on the Confirm RxTM ICM is molded thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU). The battery chemistry of the Confirm Rx™ device is lithium carbon monofluoride.

The fundamental technological characteristics of the Confirm RxTM ICM are not changing. In comparison to the predicate device, the Confirm RxTM (cleared on September 29, 2017 per 510(k) K163407), the candidate Confirm RxTM ICM DM3500 with modified FW and UV Cure material have the same:

• Intended Use and Indications for Use ●
• Operating rules
• Device functionality ●
• Packaging materials and process ●
• Shelf life
• Device Longevity .

In comparison to the predicate Confirm RxTM ICM device (K163407), the candidate Confirm RxTM ICM DM3500 with modified FW and addition of UV Cure material has the following differences:

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• The candidate Confirm Rx™ ICM with updated firmware contains minor changes to its ● ERI detection algorithm:
  • o ERI alert clearing in shipped settings
  • Response to magnet placement in shipped settings o
• The candidate Confirm Rx™ ICM contains minor design change to its in-process battery ● insertion:
  • O UV Cure material applied to battery terminal base

SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE

The Confirm RxTM with updated firmware and UV Cure material is substantially equivalent to the predicate Confirm Rx™ ICM DM3500 (K163407). The indications for use are not impacted by the updated FW or the addition of the UV Cure material. Both the candidate and the predicate device (K163407) have the same function and fundamental scientific technology. The minor differences do not raise any new issues of safety and effectiveness. Thus, the candidate Confirm RxTM ICM (DM3500) with UV Cure material and FW F9.3.06 is substantially equivalent to the predicate Confirm RxTM ICM (DM3500).

TESTING IN SUPPORT OF SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION

All necessary testing was conducted on the candidate Confirm Rx™ ICM DM3500 to support a determination of substantial equivalence to the predicate device, including:

• . Firmware Verification and System Validation
• Mechanical Performance ●

Completion of all verification and validation activities demonstrated that the device with updated firmware and UV Cure material meets its predetermined design and performance specifications and that the product is substantially equivalent to the predicate Confirm Rx™ ICM device (K163407). The results of the testing show that the candidate Confirm RxTM ICM performs as intended and is safe for its intended use.

CONCLUSION

The Confirm RxTM ICM is an implantable cardiovascular monitoring device, for which the candidate device shares its design and mechanism of action, as well as the indications for use, with the identified predicate Confirm RxTM ICM (K163407). The results of the verification and validation tests have demonstrated the candidate Confirm Rx™ ICM DM3500 with updated firmware and UV Cure material functions in accordance with product specifications. The fundamental scientific technology of the Confirm Rx™ ICM DM3500 remains unchanged. The candidate Confirm Rx™ ICM with updated firmware and UV Cure material is substantially equivalent to the predicate Confirm RxTM (K163407) in terms of technological characteristics, intended use, and performance.