K Number
K191577
Date Cleared
2019-09-06

(84 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
884.5160
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The Willow Wearable Breast Pump 2.0 is intended to express milk from lactating women in order to collect milk from their breasts. The device is intended for a single user.

Device Description

The Willow Wearable Breast Pump 2.0 (Willow) is a small electric breast pump that is intended for lactating women to express and collect breast milk. Willow may be operated as a single or double pumping system. For a user to pump both breasts simultaneously, she would need to use two Willow devices at the same time, one on each breast. Willow is for use by a single user only.

Willow is a battery-powered electro-mechanical device that contains software. The device includes the following main components: Pump, milk collection component (milk bag or container), and a charger.

All milk contacting components of the device are compliant with 21 CFR 174-179.

This submission was for clearance of modifications made to the predicate device, including addition of a milk container for milk collection, updates to device firmware, inclusion of Bluetooth for connection to an optional mobile app, and a change in the flange attachment method.

AI/ML Overview

The provided text is a 510(k) summary for the Willow Wearable Breast Pump 2.0. It describes the device, its intended use, and compares it to a predicate device to demonstrate substantial equivalence. However, it does not contain the specific information requested in your prompt regarding acceptance criteria, a study proving the device meets those criteria, or details about test set size, ground truth establishment, or training set size typically found in AI/ML device submissions.

The breast pump is a physical medical device, not an AI/ML-driven diagnostic or assistive device that would typically have the kind of performance metrics and study details you've asked for (e.g., effect size of human readers with AI assistance, standalone algorithm performance, expert consensus for ground truth). The document focuses on showing that the modifications to the device (e.g., addition of a milk container, firmware updates, Bluetooth connectivity) do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness compared to the predicate device.

Here's a breakdown of why I cannot answer your specific questions with the provided text:

  • Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance (Table): The document lists various bench testing (vacuum profile, leakage, flow rate, mechanical stress), electrical safety, EMC, biocompatibility, software, and cybersecurity testing performed. While these tests have internal acceptance criteria (e.g., device operation maintained, within specified ranges for vacuum), the specific numerical acceptance criteria and reported performance values are not explicitly stated in this summary. It only states that these tests were performed to assess modifications and support substantial equivalence.

  • Sample size for the test set and data provenance: Not applicable in the context of a breast pump's 510(k) submission as described. There isn't a "test set" in the sense of a dataset for an AI/ML algorithm. The performance data refers to physical device testing.

  • Number of experts and qualifications for ground truth: Not applicable. Ground truth for a breast pump is functionality, safety, and performance as a physical device, based on engineering standards and regulatory requirements, not expert interpretation of outputs.

  • Adjudication method: Not applicable.

  • Multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study: Not applicable. This type of study is for evaluating observer performance with and without an AI/ML aid, which is not relevant for a breast pump.

  • Standalone (algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance): Not applicable. The device is a physical breast pump; it does not have a standalone algorithm in the sense of a diagnostic or assistive AI.

  • Type of ground truth used: For the physical device, it's based on engineering specifications, physical measurements, and compliance with standards (e.g., IEC 60601 for electrical safety, ISO 10993 for biocompatibility), not expert consensus, pathology, or outcomes data in the context of disease diagnosis.

  • Sample size for the training set: Not applicable. This refers to AI/ML model training data.

  • How the ground truth for the training set was established: Not applicable.

In summary, the provided document is a regulatory submission for a physical medical device (breast pump) and therefore does not contain the information requested about AI/ML algorithm performance, ground truth establishment for datasets, or comparative effectiveness studies involving human readers, which are typically found in submissions for AI/ML-driven software as a medical device (SaMD) or AI-assisted devices.

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September 6, 2019

Exploramed NC7, Inc. Steve Holmes Chief Product Officer 1975 W. El Camino Real, Suite 306 Mountain View, CA 94040

Re: K191577

Trade/Device Name: Willow Wearable Breast Pump 2.0 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 884.5160 Regulation Name: Powered Breast Pump Regulatory Class: II Product Code: HGX Dated: August 7, 2019 Received: August 8, 2019

Dear Steve Holmes:

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

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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 https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-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/medicaldevices/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-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/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,

For Sharon M. Andrews Acting Director DHT3B: Division of Reproductive. Gynecology and Urology Devices OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K191577

Device Name Willow Wearable Breast Pump 2.0

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Willow Wearable Breast Pump 2.0 is intended to express milk from lactating women in order to collect milk from their breasts. The device is intended for a single user.

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 – K191577

Sponsor/Submitter:Exploramed NC7, Inc1975 W. El Camino Real, Suite 306Mountain View, CA 94040
Contact Person:Steve HolmesChief Product OfficerPhone: 650 559 5805Email: sholmes@willowpump.com
Date Prepared:September 5, 2019
Device Trade Name:Willow® Wearable Breast Pump 2.0
Common Name:Breast Pump
Device Classification:Class II
Regulation Number:21 CFR 884.5160
Regulation Name:Powered Breast Pump
Product Code:HGX (Pump, Breast, Powered)
Predicate Device:Athena Breast Pump (K161266)The predicate device has not been subject to a design-related recall.
Device Description:The Willow Wearable Breast Pump 2.0 (Willow) is a small electric breastpump that is intended for lactating women to express and collect breastmilk. Willow may be operated as a single or double pumping system. For auser to pump both breasts simultaneously, she would need to use twoWillow devices at the same time, one on each breast. Willow is for use by asingle user only.Willow is a battery-powered electro-mechanical device that containssoftware. The device includes the following main components: Pump, milkcollection component (milk bag or container), and a charger.All milk contacting components of the device are compliant with 21 CFR174-179.This submission was for clearance of modifications made to the predicatedevice, including addition of a milk container for milk collection, updates todevice firmware, inclusion of Bluetooth for connection to an optionalmobile app, and a change in the flange attachment method.
Indications for Use:The Willow Wearable Breast Pump 2.0 is intended to express milk fromlactating women in order to collect milk from their breasts. The device isintended for a single user.The indications for use for the subject device is identical to the predicatedevice. Therefore, the intended use of the subject and predicate devices isthe same (express and collect milk from breasts of lactating women).

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Predicate Device Comparison

AttributeSubject DeviceWillow Wearable Breast PumpPredicate DeviceExploramed NC7 Athena BreastPump
510(k) numberK191577K161266
Single UserYesYes
Single/double pumpSingle or doubleSingle or double
Media separation(backflow protection)YesYes
Cycling controlmechanismMicrocontrollerMicrocontroller
Specifications
Power supplyLi Ion batteryLi Ion battery
Suction levels(stimulation)60 – 105 mmHg60 -125 mm Hg
Suction levels(expression)60 - 245 mm Hg60 - 245 mm Hg
Cycles per second(stimulation)1.51.5
Cycles per second(expression)11
Maximum vacuum270 mmHg270 mmHg
Suction levels77
User Interface
User ControlOn-off SwitchVacuum adjustmentOn-off SwitchVacuum adjustment
Adjustable SuctionLevelsYesYes
Mobile ApplicationBLE connectivity with an optionalMobile AppNo
DesignMilk container and insertMilk bag and flangeMilk bag and flange
Flange/Insert sizeInsert: 21 mm, 24 mm, and 27 mmFlange: 21 mm, 24 mm, and 27 mm
Material
Milk ContainerCo-polymer polypropylene andsilicone-
Flange/InsertPolypropylene (grade changed) andsiliconePolypropylene
Pump Outer HousingPolycarbonate and ThermoplasticpolyurethanePolycarbonate

The subject device and predicate devices are similar in most of the technological features. However, there are a number of differences between the subject and predicate device that are described below:

  • The subject device collects milk into a milk container or milk bag. The predicate device only collects milk into a milk bag.
  • . The pump firmware was updated. The changes in firmware include the following:
    • Improvement in volume calculation and bag full notification O
    • Enhancing initial latch/early pumping experience o
    • Stimulation Phase Vacuum level changed from 60-125 mmHg to 60-105 mmHg o
  • The subject device includes BLE connectivity to connect the pump to an optional Mobile App.

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  • . The features for Flange attachment to pump was changed from mechanical buttons to magnetic closure.
  • . Material differences.

These differences in technological characteristics do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness.

The following performance data were provided to assess the device modifications Performance Data: and to support substantial equivalence to the predicate device:

  • Bench Testing
    • Vacuum profile testing. o
    • Maintenance of device operation and leakage assessment. O
    • Pump and milk container flow rate compatibility. O
    • Milk container ability to withstand mechanical stresses over o anticipated use-life.
  • Electrical Safety ●
    • IEC 60601-1+A1: 2012 O
    • IEC 60601-1-11:2015 O
    • o IEC 60601-1-6: 2010 + A1:2013
  • Electromagnetic Compatibility
    • IEC 60601-1-2:2014 (4th Edition) O
  • . Biocompatibility
    • Sensitization (ISO 10993-10: 2010) o
    • Irritation (ISO 10993-10: 2010) O
    • Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5:2009) O
  • Software and Cybersecurity ●
    • Software evaluated as a minor level of concern per FDA o guidance "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices."
    • O Cybersecurity evaluated per FDA guidance "Guidance for Content of Premarket Submissions for Management of Cybersecurity in Medical Devices."

Conclusion

The subject and predicate devices have the same intended use and comparable technological characteristics. The differences in technological characteristics between the subject and predicate devices do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness. The performance data demonstrate that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.

§ 884.5160 Powered breast pump.

(a)
Identification. A powered breast pump in an electrically powered suction device used to express milk from the breast.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).