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No
The device description focuses on standard ultrasonic Doppler technology and signal processing. There is no mention of AI, ML, or any related concepts in the provided text.
No.
The device is intended for the non-invasive transcutaneous evaluation of blood flow, which is a diagnostic function, not a therapeutic one.
Yes
The device is intended for "non-invasive transcutaneous evaluation of blood flow in Peripheral Vasculature," which is a diagnostic purpose to assess blood flow.
No
The device description explicitly states it is comprised of two hardware components: a probe and a transceiver, and the performance studies include mechanical, electrical, and environmental testing, indicating it is not software-only.
Based on the provided information, the Remington Medical, Inc. VascuChek™ Clinical Device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use is "non-invasive transcutaneous evaluation of blood flow in Peripheral Vasculature." This describes a diagnostic procedure performed on the patient's body, not on a sample taken from the patient's body.
- Device Description: The device uses ultrasonic waves to detect blood flow within the patient's tissues. It does not analyze biological samples like blood, urine, or tissue.
- Mechanism of Action: The device works by transmitting and receiving ultrasonic signals and converting the Doppler shift into an audible tone. This is a physical measurement of blood flow, not a chemical or biological analysis of a sample.
IVD devices are specifically designed to examine specimens derived from the human body (such as blood, tissue, or urine) to provide information for the diagnosis, monitoring, or treatment of diseases or conditions. The VascuChek™ operates externally and directly on the patient's body to assess a physiological parameter (blood flow).
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Intended Use / Indications for Use
The Remington Medical, Inc. VascuChek™ Clinical Device is intended for the non-invasive transcutaneous evaluation of blood flow in Peripheral Vasculature.
Product codes
DPW
Device Description
VascuChek™ is a cardiovascular blood flowmeter comprised of two components: a nonsterile, single-use VascuChek™ Clinical Probe which connects to the reusable, nonsterile VascuChek™ Transceiver.
The VascuChek™ device follows Track 1.
A transmitter in the transceiver drives the ultrasonic transmitting crystal located at the tip of the probe component. The ultrasonic waves generated by the sensor travel through the tissue just under the probe tip in a narrow beam. The reflected ultrasonic waves are received by the transducer and are converted via the piezoelectric effect into a high frequency electronic signal. The received electronic signal is amplified and detected. The result is a base band audio Doppler shifted signal which is filtered and converted to audio via a speaker. During the intervals when the unit is not transmitting, the device passes any reflected signals that it receives to a receiving circuit. This circuit amplifies the returning echoes, compares their frequency to that of the transmitted signal and converts any frequency differences into an audible tone.
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
Peripheral Vasculature
Indicated Patient Age Range
Adults Only
Intended User / Care Setting
Hospital, Outpatient Surgery Center
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)
To demonstrate that the subject device, Remington Medical Inc. VascuChek™ Clinical Device, is as safe and as effective as the predicate device, Vascular Technology Incorporated (VTI) Surgical Doppler, technological characteristics and performance criteria were evaluated. The following tests were performed on the subject device:
- Software/Firmware Performance
- Mechanical Performance
- Biocompatibility
- Device Lifecycle
- Reprocessing Manual Cleaning and Low Level Disinfection
- Distribution Simulation
- Electrical Safety
- EMC
- Environmental Performance Testing
In addition, the following in vivo tests were performed on the subject device and predicate device:
- . Simulated Use – assess audio quality in measuring the velocity of blood flow at different vessel depths/sizes and compare performance of the new device to its predicate
The performance data (design, specifications, materials, and performance) of the Subject Device and the Predicate Device are substantially equivalent.
No clinical testing was required.
The results of the non-clinical testing demonstrated that the subject device, Remington Medical Inc. VascuChek™ Clinical Device, is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, Vascular Technology Incorporated (VTI) Surgical Doppler, with respect to intended use, design, materials, and technological characteristics.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 870.2100 Cardiovascular blood flowmeter.
(a)
Identification. A cardiovascular blood flowmeter is a device that is connected to a flow transducer that energizes the transducer and processes and displays the blood flow signal.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).
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October 7, 2021
Remington Medical, Inc. C. Matt Brown VP of Quality and Regulatory Affairs 6830 Meadowridge Court Alpharetta, Georgia 30005
Re: K212065
Trade/Device Name: VascuChek Kit, VascuChek Transceiver, VascuChek Clinical Probe, VascuChek Charger Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2100 Regulation Name: Cardiovascular Blood Flowmeter Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DPW Dated: September 10, 2021 Received: September 13, 2021
Dear C. Matt Brown:
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
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Sincerely,
LCDR Stephen Browning Assistant Director Division of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Diagnostics and Monitoring Devices Office of Cardiovascular 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) K212065
Device Name VascuChek™ Clinical Device
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Remington Medical, Inc. VascuChek™ Clinical Device is intended for the non-invasive transcutaneous evaluation of blood flow in Peripheral Vasculature.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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| Preparation Date | July 1, 2021 – revised on September 8, 2021 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applicant | Remington Medical, Inc. | |||
| 6830 Meadowridge Court, | ||||
| Alpharetta, GA, USA 30005 | ||||
| Registration Number: | ||||
| Owner/Operator Number: | 1056553 | |||
| 9006473 | ||||
| Contact Person | C. Matt Brown, MS, CQE, RAC | |||
| VP of Quality and Regulatory Affairs | ||||
| 470-719-1121 | ||||
| mattb@remmed.com | ||||
| Trade Proprietary | ||||
| Name(s) | Remington Medical, Inc. VascuChek™ Clinical Device | |||
| Common Name (s) | Flowmeter, Blood, Cardiovascular | |||
| Classification Name | 21 CFR 870.2100 Cardiovascular blood flowmeter | |||
| Product Code: DPW | ||||
| Device Class: | II |
Section 5 - 510(k) Summary
Predicate Device:
Vascular Technology Incorporated (VTI) Surgical Doppler (K082870)
Description of the Device:
VascuChek™ is a cardiovascular blood flowmeter comprised of two components: a nonsterile, single-use VascuChek™ Clinical Probe which connects to the reusable, nonsterile VascuChek™ Transceiver.
The VascuChek™ device follows Track 1.
A transmitter in the transceiver drives the ultrasonic transmitting crystal located at the tip of the probe component. The ultrasonic waves generated by the sensor travel through the tissue just under the probe tip in a narrow beam. The reflected ultrasonic waves are received by the transducer and are converted via the piezoelectric effect into a high frequency electronic signal. The received electronic signal is amplified and detected. The result is a base band audio Doppler shifted signal which is filtered and converted to audio via a speaker. During the intervals when the unit is not transmitting, the device passes any reflected signals that it receives to a receiving circuit. This circuit amplifies the returning echoes, compares their frequency to that of the transmitted signal and converts any frequency differences into an audible tone.
Intended Use/Indications for Use
The Remington Medical, Inc. VascuChek™ Clinical Device is intended for the noninvasive transcutaneous evaluation of blood flow in Peripheral Vasculature.
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Comparison to Predicate Device:
The technological characteristics (design, specifications, materials, and performance) of the subject device and the predicate device are substantially equivalent.
| | Subject Device:
Remington Medical, Inc.
VascuChek™ Clinical Device | Predicate Device:
Vascular Technology
Incorporated (VTI) Surgical
Doppler (K082870) |
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| Device Class | Class II | Class II |
| FDA Product Code | DPW | DPW |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 870.2100 (Flowmeter, Blood, Cardiovascular) | 21 CFR 870.2100 (Flowmeter, Blood, Cardiovascular) |
| Intended Use | The Remington Medical, Inc. VascuChek™ Clinical Device is intended for the non-invasive transcutaneous evaluation of blood flow in Peripheral Vasculature. | The Vascular Technology Incorporated (VTI) Intraoperative Doppler Systems are intended for the intraoperative and transcutaneous evaluation of blood flow. |
| Indications for Use Statement | The Remington Medical, Inc. VascuChek™ Clinical Device is intended for the non-invasive transcutaneous evaluation of blood flow in Peripheral Vasculature. | The VTI Intraoperative Doppler Systems are intended for the intraoperative and transcutaneous evaluation of blood flow for the following clinical applications:
• Intraoperative (Microvascular and Vascular),
• Intraoperative Neurological Transesophageal, Transrectal, Laparoscopic and Peripheral Vascular |
| Type of Use | Prescription Use | Prescription Use |
| Use Environment | Hospital, Outpatient Surgery Center | Hospital, Outpatient Surgery Center |
| Patient Population | Adults Only | Vascular Patients |
| Installation and Use | Hand-Held (Transceiver and Probe) | Hand Held (Probe) |
| Theory of Operation | Use of the Doppler effect to evaluate the flow velocity of blood in peripheral vasculature. | Use of the Doppler effect to evaluate the flow velocity of blood in peripheral vasculature. |
| Frequency | 9 MHz | 8 MHz and 20 MHz |
| Global Maximum Outputs / Worst Case Setting | ISPTA 3 (mW/cm²)
359.7 mW/cm² |