(284 days)
The NightWatch+ US is a prescription only device that is indicated for use as an adjunct to seizure monitoring of children age 4 till 16 diagnosed with epilepsy having Nocturnal Epileptic Major Motor Seizures which includes tonic-clonic (TC), tonic (if clustered or prolonged >30 seconds), hyperkinetic and TC-like seizures, in home or residential facilities during periods of rest. The Sensor of the device is worn on the upper arm and measures heart rate and motion data to detect patterns that may be associated with nocturnal epileptic motor seizures in patients with epilepsy. When a seizure event is detected by the Sensor of the NightWatch+ US, it sends a command to the paired wireless alarm station of the NightWatch+ US that is programmed to initiate an alarm to a designated caregiver. The system records and stores data from seizure events. The data can be viewed by the user in a cloud based data portal. The NightWatch+ US is not intended to diagnose specific seizure types.
NightWatch+ US consists of a sensor worn during sleep on the biceps of the upper arm and an alarm station. The sensor consists of a heart rate sensor using PPG (photoplethysmography), a ACC (Accelerometry) movement sensor, and a microprocessor. The microprocessor processes the data from the sensors using a detection algorithm which detects if the sensor readings match pre-programmed parameters that are associated with nocturnal epileptic major motor seizures. When a nocturnal epileptic major motor seizures is detected, the seizure alarm is triggered and transferred from the sensor to the accompanying alarm station which alarms the caregiver by a sound and a blinking LED light. The seizure alarms data can be transferred from the alarm station, using an ethernet connection, to a database in the cloud to be viewed a web-based interface called NightWatch Portal to be able to monitor seizure frequency overtime.
The provided text describes the acceptance criteria and a study proving the device meets these criteria. However, it explicitly states that "performance goals or acceptance criteria for other endpoints were not defined" beyond an 80% sensitivity estimate for the study itself. This means that while the study evaluated performance metrics like sensitivity and false alarm rates, these were reported as results of the study, not as pre-defined acceptance criteria the device needed to meet for regulatory clearance. The document focuses on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a predicate device, arguing that the reported performance is comparable.
Therefore, the table of "Acceptance Criteria" will reflect the reported performance values from the study, as these are the figures the FDA appears to have accepted for clearance based on the substantial equivalence argument, rather than explicitly stated pre-market acceptance thresholds.
Acceptance Criteria and Device Performance
| Acceptance Criteria | Reported Device Performance (van Westrhenen et al. 2023) | Notes |
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| Sensitivity for Overall Nocturnal Epileptic Major Motor Seizures | Overall: 89% PPA (Patient-level analysis) mean: 90% (95% CI: 84%-96%) | While the study aimed for an 80% sensitivity estimate, the reported values demonstrate the device's performance against actual seizure events observed in the clinical study. The FDA's clearance implies these performance levels were deemed acceptable for substantial equivalence. |
| Sensitivity for Tonic-Clonic (TC) Seizures | Overall: 94% PPA (Patient-level analysis) mean: 98% (95% CI: 94%-100%) | This specific seizure type is a key focus, showing high sensitivity. |
| Sensitivity for Tonic Seizures (>30 sec) | Overall: 53% PPA (Patient-level analysis) mean: 71% (95% CI: 43%-100%) | Lower sensitivity compared to TC seizures, but reported and seemingly accepted. |
| Sensitivity for Hypermotor Seizures | Overall: 83% PPA (Patient-level analysis) mean: 58% (95% CI: 17%-99%) | Variable sensitivity reported. |
| Sensitivity for Other Major (TC-like) Seizures | Overall: 91% PPA (Patient-level analysis) mean: 87% (95% CI: 75%-100%) | High sensitivity for this category. |
| False Alarm Rate (FAR) | Overall: 0.06/h Mean: 0.07/h (95% CI: 0.04-0.10/h) | This metric is crucial for device usability and caregiver burden. The reported low FAR indicates acceptable performance. |
Study Details
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Sample Size and Data Provenance:
- Test Set Sample Size: 53 children aged 4-16 years.
- Data Provenance: The study by van Westrhenen et al. 2023 was a "phase 4, multicenter, prospective, video-controlled, in-home study." The specific country of origin is not explicitly stated, but the company (LivAssured BV) is based in the Netherlands, and the lead author's affiliation (van Westrhenen) is often associated with Dutch institutions, suggesting data primarily from Europe.
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Number of Experts and Qualifications for Ground Truth:
- Number of Experts: Two principal investigators (R.D.T. and R.H.C.L.) consulted for final decisions in case of discrepancies or doubt in video annotations. Their specific qualifications (e.g., years of experience, direct specialty) are not detailed beyond being "principal investigators" in a study focused on epilepsy, implying clinical expertise in neurology/epileptology.
- Other Reviewers: "Trained trial nurses" annotated events and retrospectively analyzed video tracings.
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Adjudication Method for the Test Set:
- The primary method involved "Trained trial nurses" annotating all events (NightWatch alarms, video alarms, and caregivers' seizure diary) while blinded to alarm type and sensor data.
- Adjudication Process: In cases of discrepancies between nurses' annotations or doubt, the trial nurses consulted one of the two principal investigators for a final decision.
- Quality Control: The principal investigators double-checked a random sample of 5% of the annotations. Additionally, trained trial nurses fully screened the video of 5% of all nights for missed seizures.
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Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study:
- No, a formal MRMC comparative effectiveness study was explicitly mentioned or described wherein human readers' performance with AI assistance was compared to their performance without AI assistance. The study focuses on evaluating the device's standalone performance and demonstrating its functionality as an adjunct to seizure monitoring.
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Standalone Performance:
- Yes, the study primarily assessed the standalone performance of the NightWatch+ US algorithm in detecting nocturnal epileptic major motor seizures. The reported sensitivity and false alarm rates reflect the algorithm's performance in detecting events based on physiological signals (heart rate and motion data) and alerting caregivers.
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Type of Ground Truth Used:
- Video Monitoring / Expert Consensus: The ground truth was established through extensive video monitoring of patients. Trained trial nurses annotated events from these video recordings. In cases of disagreement or doubt, principal investigators provided a final decision, effectively establishing an expert consensus based on video evidence. The document states, "Video is an equally robust reference standard to Video-EEG provided the whole dataset is reviewed for inferring the reference standard as recognized by the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE)."
- Caregiver Diaries: Caregivers' seizure diaries were also part of the input scrutinized alongside video, but video was the definitive reference.
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Sample Size for Training Set:
- The provided 510(k) summary does not specify the sample size or characteristics of the training set used for the NightWatch+ US algorithm. It states that the "seizure detection method, algorithms and components used for seizure detection are identical" to the predecessor NightWatch and NightWatch+, implying development and training occurred prior to this specific clearance study, but details about that initial training data are not found in this document.
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How Ground Truth for Training Set Was Established:
- As the training set details are not provided in this regulatory document, the method for establishing ground truth for any potential training data is also not described. It's implied that similar clinical data (possibly from the predecessor device's accumulated experience and studies) would have been used for algorithm development and refinement, which typically involves expert review of clinical events.
FDA 510(k) Clearance Letter - NightWatch+ US
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U.S. Food & Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993
www.fda.gov
Doc ID # 04017.08.00
July 12, 2025
LivAssured BV
Jolanda Oorthuizen
Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Manager
Schipholweg 103
2316 XC
Leiden, Netherlands
Re: K243199
Trade/Device Name: NightWatch+ US
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.1580
Regulation Name: Non-Electroencephalogram (EEG) Physiological Signal Based Seizure Monitoring System
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: POS
Dated: June 11, 2025
Received: June 11, 2025
Dear Jolanda Oorthuizen:
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 (the 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 available 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.
Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device"
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(https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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 (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 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-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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Enclosure
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Food and Drug Administration
Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: 07/31/2026
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Submission Number (if known)
K243199
Device Name
NightWatch+ US
Indications for Use (Describe)
The NightWatch+ US is a prescription only device that is indicated for use as an adjunct to seizure monitoring of children age 4 till 16 diagnosed with epilepsy having Nocturnal Epileptic Major Motor Seizures which includes tonic-clonic (TC), tonic (if clustered or prolonged >30 seconds), hyperkinetic and TC-like seizures, in home or residential facilities during periods of rest. The Sensor of the device is worn on the upper arm and measures heart rate and motion data to detect patterns that may be associated with nocturnal epileptic motor seizures in patients with epilepsy. When a seizure event is detected by the Sensor of the NightWatch+ US, it sends a command to the paired wireless alarm station of the NightWatch+ US that is programmed to initiate an alarm to a designated caregiver. The system records and stores data from seizure events. The data can be viewed by the user in a cloud based data portal. The NightWatch+ US is not intended to diagnose specific seizure types.
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510(k) Summary
NightWatch+ US
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510(K) SUMMARY
The content of this 510(k) summary is provided in conformance with 21 CFR § 807.92.
This summary was prepared on the 10th of July 2025.
Submitter's Information
| Company Name | LivAssured BV |
|---|---|
| Company Address | Schipholweg 1032316 XC, LeidenThe Netherlands |
| Contact Person | Jolanda Oorthuizen |
| Telephone | +3185 0601252 |
| Jolanda@nightwatch.nl |
Subject Medical Device
| Device Name | NightWatch+ US |
|---|---|
| Regulation Name | Non-electroencephalogram (EEG) physiological signal-based seizure monitoring system |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 882.1580 |
| Device Class | Class II |
| Product Code | POS |
| Product Code Name | Physiological Signal-Based Seizure Monitoring System |
Legally Marketed Predicate Device
| 510(k) Number | 181861 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | Embrace |
| Regulation Name | Non-electroencephalogram (EEG) physiological signal-based seizure monitoring system |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 882.1580 |
| Device Class | Class II |
| Product Code | POS |
| Product Code Name | Physiological Signal-Based Seizure Monitoring System |
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Device Description
NightWatch+ US consists of a sensor worn during sleep on the biceps of the upper arm and an alarm station. The sensor consists of a heart rate sensor using PPG (photoplethysmography), a ACC (Accelerometry) movement sensor, and a microprocessor. The microprocessor processes the data from the sensors using a detection algorithm which detects if the sensor readings match pre-programmed parameters that are associated with nocturnal epileptic major motor seizures. When a nocturnal epileptic major motor seizures is detected, the seizure alarm is triggered and transferred from the sensor to the accompanying alarm station which alarms the caregiver by a sound and a blinking LED light. The seizure alarms data can be transferred from the alarm station, using an ethernet connection, to a database in the cloud to be viewed a web-based interface called NightWatch Portal to be able to monitor seizure frequency overtime.
Indication for use
The NightWatch+ US is a prescription only device that is indicated for use as an adjunct to seizure monitoring of children age 4 till 16 diagnosed with epilepsy having Nocturnal Epileptic Major Motor Seizures which includes tonic-clonic (TC), tonic (if clustered or prolonged >30 seconds), hyperkinetic and TC-like seizures, in home or residential facilities during periods of rest. The Sensor of the device is worn on the upper arm and measures heart rate and motion data to detect patterns that may be associated with nocturnal epileptic motor seizures in patients with epilepsy. When a seizure event is detected by the Sensor of the NightWatch+ US, it sends a command to the paired wireless alarm station of the NightWatch+ US that is programmed to initiate an alarm to a designated caregiver. The system records and stores data from seizure events. The data can be viewed by the user in a cloud based data portal. The NightWatch+ US is not intended to diagnose specific seizure types.
Substantial Equivalence
A comparison of NightWatch+ US to the predicate device is provided in the table below
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| Attribute | NightWatch+ US (subject device) | Embrace K181861 (predicate device) | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intended Use | Non-EEG physiological signal based seizure monitoring system. | Non-EEG physiological signal based seizure monitoring system. | EQUIVALENT Both devices have the same intended use. |
| Indications for use | The NightWatch+ US is a prescription only device that is indicated for use as an adjunct to seizure monitoring of children age 4 till 16 diagnosed with epilepsy having Nocturnal Epileptic Major Motor Seizures which includes tonic-clonic (TC), tonic (if clustered or prolonged >30 seconds), hyperkinetic and TC-like seizures, in home or residential facilities during periods of rest. The Sensor of the device is worn on the upper arm and measures hearth rate and motion data to detect patterns that may be associated with nocturnal epileptic motor seizures in patients with epilepsy. When a seizure event is detected by the Sensor of the NightWatch+ US, it sends a command to the paired wireless alarm station of the NightWatch+ US that is programmed to initiate an alarm to a designated caregiver. The system records and stores data from seizure events. The data can be viewed by the user in a cloud based data portal. The NightWatch+ US is not intended to diagnose specific seizure types. | The Embrace is a prescription only device that is indicated for use as an adjunct to seizure monitoring of adults and children age 6 and up in home or healthcare facilities during periods of rest. The device is worn on the wrist and senses Electrodermal Activity (EDA) and motion data to detect patterns that may be associated with generalized tonic clonic seizures in patients with epilepsy or at risk of having epilepsy. When a seizure event is detected, Embrace sends a command to a paired wireless device that is programmed to initiate an alert to a designated caregiver. The System records and stores data from Accelerometer, EDA, and Temperature sensors for subsequent review by a trained healthcare professional. | Patient Population: EQUIVALENT The devices are indicated for use on patients with epilepsy. Both NightWatch+ US and Embrace are indicated for pediatric population. NightWatch+ US is indicated for use in children age 4 till 16 years and Embrace is indicated for children 6 years and up. The difference in age groups does not raise any new safety or performance concerns. Healthcare Environment: EQUIVALENT Both the subject and predicate devices are indicated for use in the home. Embrace is also indicated for use in healthcare settings. The more limited healthcare environment for the subject device does not raise any new safety or performance concerns. Way of notification caregiver: EQUIVALENT Both do have a paired wireless device that is programmed to initiate an alert to a designated caregiver. In case of Nightwatch+ US there is a separate alarm station, in case of Embrace an app is used. This difference does not raise any new safety or performance concerns. as both devices are compliant to the FCC requirements of CFR no. 47, Part 15 Seizure Type: EQUIVALENT Both devices are indicated to provide an alert to caregivers when they each detect Tonic-Clonic seizures. Additionally NightWatch+ US is intended to alert for tonic (if cluster or prolonged >30 seconds), |
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| Attribute | NightWatch+ US (subject device) | Embrace K181861 (predicate device) | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| hyperkinetic and TC-like seizures. This does not raise any new safety or performance concerns as NightWatch+ was extensively validated in a phase 4 peer reviewed scientific clinical study for these seizure types. Both devices monitor physiological signals while the patient is at rest. Over The Counter or RX EQUIVALENT The subject device and the predicate are both prescription devices | |||
| Classification | Class II 21 CFR 882.1580 Non-EEG physiological signal-based seizure monitoring system | Class II 21 CFR 882.1580 Non-EEG physiological signal-based seizure monitoring system | EQUIVALENT |
| Product Code | POS | POS | EQUIVALENT |
| Sensor application | The Sensor of the NightWatch+ US is worn on the upper arm with an elastic strap | The embrace watch is worn on the wrist with an elastic strap. | EQUIVALENT Both devices are worn using an elastic strap on the upper limb. |
| Materials and Biocompatibility | All patient contacting parts are tested to applicable tests in EN ISO 10993-1:2018 (Cytotoxicity – ISO 10993-5:2009, Sensitization - ISO 10993- 10:2021, and Skin Irritation – ISO 10993-23:2021). | All patient contacting parts are tested to applicable tests in ISO 10993 (Cytotoxicity – ISO 10993-5, Sensitization – ISO 10993-10, and Skin Irritation – ISO 10993-10). | EQUIVALENT Both devices have patient contacting parts that come into contact with intact skin for a duration that may exceed 24 hours. Both devices meet the requirements of ISO 10993. See chapter 4.3 non clinical testing. |
Technical Specification
| Sensor technology | Utilizes an Photoplethysmogram (PPG) sensor to acquire Heart rate and an accelerometer sensor to acquire movement data. | Utilizes an electrodermal sensor to acquire Electrodermal Activity, an accelerometer sensor to acquire movement data and a temperature sensor. | EQUIVALENT The difference in type of sensors does not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness. PPG sensors and accelerometer sensors are widely used in many kinds of consumer technology and are concerned generally safe. |
| Data communication | The NightWatch+ US Sensor communicates wirelessly to the NightWatch+ US Alarm station which alerts the | The Embrace device communicates wirelessly to a smartphone | EQUIVALENT Both systems utilize wireless communication between the sensor and a alarm station or |
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| Attribute | NightWatch+ US (subject device) | Embrace K181861 (predicate device) | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| healthcare provider or caregiver with an audible alarm and lights The NightWatch+ US is compliant to FCC Rules: Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) no. 47, Part 15 | application, which alerts the healthcare provider or caregiver in one or more ways (phone call, text message, etc.). The Embrace is compliant to FCC Rules: Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) no. 47, Part 15 | app, and use technologies to alert the caregiver like audible alarms. Both devices are compliant to the FCC requirements of CFR no. 47, Part 15. See chapter 4.3 non-clinical performance testing. | |
| Data storage | Data of the device and seizure frequency can be stored on a cloud based platform for later viewing. | Data of the device and seizure frequency is stored on a cloud based platform for later viewing. | EQUIVALENT For both devices data of the device and seizure frequency can be stored on a cloud based platform for later viewing. |
| Energy Source Wearable | Battery | Battery | EQUIVALENT The Energy Source of the Wearable for both devices is a battery |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion | EQUIVALENT For both devices the battery in the wearable is a Rechargeable Lithium-Ion |
| Algorithm | Uses algorithms to analyze PPG and accelerometer data to detect patterns in the data that may be associated with tonic-clonic, tonic (if cluster or prolonged), myoclonic (if clustered) or hyperkinetic seizures | Uses algorithms to analyze EDA and accelerometer data to detect patterns in the data that may be associated with generalized tonic-clonic seizures | EQUIVALENT The difference in the algorithms do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness. The same questions of safety and effectiveness regarding performance of the algorithms (Sensitivity and False Alarm Rate) apply to all seizure detection devices. |
| Electrical Safety | Electrical Safety testing performed to IEC 60601-1 Electromagnetic compatibility testing performed to IEC 60601-1-2 | Electrical Safety testing performed to IEC 60601-1 Electromagnetic compatibility testing performed to IEC 60601-1-2 | EQUIVALENT Both devices underwent Electrical Safety testing performed to IEC 60601-1 and Electromagnetic compatibility testing performed to IEC 60601-1-2 |
| Thermal Safety | Not applicable. The device does not generate any localized heat | Not applicable. The device does not generate any localized heat | EQUIVALENT Not applicable. Both devices do not generate any localized heat |
| Radiation Safety | Not applicable. Device does not use any ionizing radiation | Not applicable. Device does not use any ionizing radiation | EQUIVALENT Not applicable. Both devices do not use any ionizing radiation |
| Sterility | Not applicable. Device is not | Not applicable. Device is | EQUIVALENT |
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| Attribute | NightWatch+ US (subject device) | Embrace K181861 (predicate device) | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| sterilized | not sterilized | Not applicable. Both devices are not sterilized. | |
| Packaging method | No special packaging requirements | No special packaging requirements | EQUIVALENT No special packaging requirements |
Table 1: Substantial equivalence comparison
Performance testing
Non-Clinical testing
The following non-clinical testing was conducted which support a determination of substantial equivalence to the predicate. The non-clinical tests included:
| Standards | Description | Certificate or laboratory test report | FDA recognition number |
|---|---|---|---|
| IEC 60601-1:2005+A1:2012+A2:2020 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance | TD-NWP-85: Certificate SIQ SI10555 | 19-49 |
| IEC 60601-1-2:2014 +A1:2020 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests | TD-NWP-81 : Certificate SIQ SI10670 TD-NWP-82: Test Report: T251-0707/23 | 19-36 |
| ETSI EN 301 489-1 V2.2.3:2019 | ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements | TD-NWP-82: Test Report: T251-0707/23 | - |
| ETSI EN 301 489-6 V2.2.1: :2019 | ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Standard For Radio Equipment And Services; Part 6: Specific Conditions For Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT) Equipment | TD-NWP-82: Test Report: T251-0707/23 | - |
| IEC 60601-1-6:2010+A1:2013+A2:2020 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-6: General requirements for basic safety and essential | TD-NWP-85: Certificate SIQ SI10555 | 5-132 |
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| Standards | Description | Certificate or laboratory test report | FDA recognition number |
|---|---|---|---|
| performance- Collateral standard: Usability | |||
| IEC 60601-1-8:2006+A1:2012+A2:2020 | Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-8: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: General requirements, tests and guidance for alarm systems in medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems | TD-NWP-85: Certificate SIQ SI10555 | 5-131 |
| IEC 60601-1-11:2015+A1:2020 | Requirements for medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems used in the home healthcare environment | TD-NWP-85: Certificate SIQ SI10555 | 19-38 |
| 47 CFR 1.1310 | Radiofrequency radiation exposure limits. | TD-NWUS-23: Test Report No: 1-6175-23-02-04_TR1-R01 | - |
| 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B | Equipment authorization of unintentional radiators. | TD-NWUS-12: Certificate SIQ C251-0059/24 | - |
| 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart D | Unlicensed Personal Communications Service Devices | TD-NWUS-19: FCC ID: 2BGSP-NWP1 TD-NWUS-22: FCC ID: Y82-SC14S | - |
| ETSI EN 301 406 V2.2.2 (2016-09) | Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT); Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum; Part 1: DECT, DECT Evolution and DECT ULE | TD-NWP-87: Test report: CETECOM nr: 1-6175_23-01-06 & CETECOM nr: 1-6175_23-01-07 | - |
| ISO 10993-1:2018 | Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process | TD-NWUS-10: 24-74-1 Biological Risk Assessment of NightWatch + US according to EN ISO 10993-1:2018 and FDA Guidance document "Use of | 2-258 |
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| Standards | Description | Certificate or laboratory test report | FDA recognition number |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Standard ISO 10993-1, 'Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 1: Evaluation and Testing within a Risk Management Process" dated 8. September 2023 | |||
| ISO 10993- 10:2021 | Biological evaluation of medical devices- Part 10: Tests for skin sensitization | TD-NWP-103: 23-109-2-SP.01 Sensitization | 2-296 |
| ISO 10993-5:2009 | Biological evaluation of medical devices- Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity | TD-NWP-101: Test Report 23-54-1-SP.01 Cytotoxicity | 2-245 |
| ISO 10993-23:2021 | Biological evaluation of medical devices- Part 23: Tests for irritation | TD-NWP-104: Test Report: 23-109-3-SP.01 Irritation | 2-291 |
Table 2: Non-clinical testing of the subject device NightWatch+ US
Clinical testing
NightWatch+ US is a US-targeted version of a NightWatch+, which is a class IIa medical device under the Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 in Europe. Its predecessor NightWatch has been on the European market since 2018. The seizure detection method, algorithms and components used for seizure detection are identical in both NightWatch, NightWatch+ and NightWatch+ US.
The clinical study used for the clearance of the NightWatch+ US for the indicated user group of Children age 4-16 years old is the study of van Westrhenen et al. 2023, a phase 4, multicenter, prospective, video-controlled, in-home study.
- van Westrhenen, R. Lazeron, J. van Dijk, F. S. S. Leijten and R. D. Thijs, "Multimodal nocturnal seizure detection in children with epilepsy: A prospective, multicenter, long-term, in-home trial," Epilepsia, vol. 64, pp. 2137-2152, 2023.
In this study 53 children aged 4–16 years were included with ≥1 weekly nocturnal epileptic major motor seizure, living at home. Performance for nocturnal epileptic major motor seizures was determined. The study sample size was determined based on an 80% sensitivity estimate, and performance goals or acceptance criteria for other endpoints were not defined.
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Demographics:
| N=53 | |
|---|---|
| Sex | |
| Male, n (%) | 29 (55%) |
| Female, n (%) | 24 (45%) |
| Age, years, Mean (range) | 9.7±3.6 (4-16) |
| Learning disability | |
| Yes, n (%) | 36(68%) |
| No, n (%) | 17(32%) |
| Epilepsy etiology | |
| Structural, n (%) | 13 (25%) |
| Genetic, n (%) | 20 (38%) |
| infectious, n (%) | 1 (1%) |
| Metabolic, n (%) | 0 |
| Immune, n (%) | 0 |
| Unknown, n (%) | 19(36%) |
Table 3: Demographics of participants in the van Westrhenen et al. 2023 study
Results: 2310 nights (28173 h), including 552 nocturnal epileptic major motor seizures were analyzed.
| Overall Nocturnal Epileptic Major motor | Tonic Clonic (TC) | Tonic (>30 sec) | Hypermotor | Other major (TC-like seizures) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| nr of patients | 51 | 20 | 11 | 7 | 23 |
| nr of seizures | 552 | 204 | 30 | 48 | 270 |
| nr of seizures detected | 492 | 191 | 16 | 40 | 245 |
| PPA point estimate mean sensitivity | 90% | 98% | 71% | 58% | 87% |
| PPA 95% CI lower | 84% | 94% | 43% | 17% | 75% |
| PPA 95% CI upper | 96% | 100% | 100% | 99% | 100% |
| Overall sensitivity | 89% | 94% | 53% | 83% | 91% |
Table 4: Performance metrics, Sensitivity, of the van Westrhenen et al. 2023 study
| False alarms rate (FAR) total | |
|---|---|
| Total false alarms | 1642 |
| FAR/h mean | 0,07 |
| FAR/h 95% CI Lower | 0,04 |
| FAR/h 95% CI upper | 0,10 |
| Overall FAR/h | 0,06 |
Table 5: Performance metrics, FAR, of the van Westrhenen et al. 2023 study
In the following table a summary of the study results can be found and equivalence to the predicate device study results is discussed:
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| Westrhenen et al. 2023¹ | K181861 Embrace clearance by FDA for Children 6 years and up | Equivalence? | |
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| Reference Standard | Video | Video-EEG | EQUIVALENT, Video is an equally robust reference standards to Video-EEG provided the whole dataset is reviewed for inferring the reference standard as recognized by the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) ² Trained trial nurses annotated all events (generated NightWatch alarms, video alarms, and caregivers' seizure diary) using the video recordings while blinded for alarm type and NightWatch sensor data (HR and movement). In case of discrepancies (when the recorded night was annotated by one nurse, but screened by another) or doubt, the trial nurses consulted one of the principal investigators (R.D.T., R.H.C.L.) for a final decision. The principal investigators (R.D.T., R.H.C.L.) double checked a random sample of 5% of the annotations Additionally, trial nurses retrospectively analyzed video tracings with a previously validated automated video- based seizure detection algorithm. Trained trial nurses also fully screened the video of 5% of all nights for missed seizures; every video was screened by one nurse. In total, 1402 h (5%) of all recorded nights were randomly screened, ranging from half a night to four full nights per participant. |
| Data analysis method. Patient -level analysis versus event-level analysis | Event-level analysis and Patient -level analysis | Event-level analysis | EQUIVALENT, Van Westrhenen et al. 2023 used patient-level analysis because it provides a more accurate reflection of device performance across individuals, rather than being skewed by outliers with many events. This approach is valid and meaningful due to the high number of events per participant, enabled by the prolonged in-home monitoring period. In contrast, the predicate device study included relatively few events among a small group of patients, making a robust patient-level analysis less feasible. More-over, event-level analysis can distort overall performance metrics, especially when a large proportion of events originates from a small subset |
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| Westrhenen et al. 2023¹ | K181861 Embrace clearance by FDA for Children 6 years and up | Equivalence? | |
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| of participants. Nevertheless, both approaches were included in the publication of van Westrhenen et al. 2023. The difference in analysis method does not raise new concerns for performance or safety compared to the predicate device | |||
| Number of included children | 53 children (age 4-16 years) | 80 children (ages 6- 21 years) | EQUIVALENT, The difference in age group does not raise new concerns for performance or safety compared to the predicate device. Both studies include enough participants |
| Number of seizures detected Total for children | 33 children experienced in total 552 nocturnal epileptic major motor seizures of which 204 TC seizures | 17 children experienced in total 32 TC seizures | EQUIVALENT, No new concerns for performance or safety compared to the predicate device. Westrhenen et al. 2023 included more seizures than the study of the predicate device. |
| Number of hours data recorded | All 53 patients provided overall 2310 nights and 28173 hours of data | All 141 patients provided overall 9806 hours, with a median of 49.2 hours of data per patient. It is not clear how many of those hours recorded were of adults or children. | EQUIVALENT, No new concerns for performance or safety compared to the predicate device. Van Westrhenen et al. 2023 included significantly more hours of data than the study of the predicate device |
| Sensitivity Tonic-Clonic seizures Children | Overall 94% Mean 98% (95% CI: 94%- 100%) | Overall 96,9% Corrected Overall 91,5% (95% CI: 83%-95%) | EQUIVALENT, Both devices have a good sensitivity of >90% and equal false alarm rate. No new concerns for performance or safety compared to the predicate device. |
| Sensitivity Nocturnal epileptic major motor seizures | Overall 89% Mean 90% (95% CI: 84%-95%) | Not applicable | |
| False Alarm rate Children | Overall: 0,06/h Mean: 0,07/h (95% CI = 0.04–0.10/h) | Overall: 0,06/h (=1,35 per day/24h ) Mean: 0,07/h= 1.63 per day/24h (95% CI: 0.04-0.10/h)= (95% CI: 1.06-2.28 per day/24h) |
Table 6: Summary of the study results of van Westrhenen et al 2023. and equivalence discussion to the predicate device study results.
- S. Beniczky, & P. Ryvlin,. Standards for testing and clinical validation of seizure detection devices. Epilepsia, 59(S1), 9-13. 2018
Conclusion
The clinical study of van Westrhenen et al. 2023 demonstrates the ability of the NightWatch+ US to function as an assessment aid for monitoring of seizure activity in the intended population of children 4-16 years old and for the intended use setting.
Based on the above discussion and enclosed sections regarding substantial equivalence to the predicate device, we conclude that NightWatch+ US is substantially equivalent to its predicate device, Empatica Embrace [K181861] and does not raise any new or different questions of safety or effectiveness.
§ 882.1580 Non-electroencephalogram (EEG) physiological signal based seizure monitoring system.
(a)
Identification. A non-electroencephalogram (non-EEG) physiological signal based seizure monitoring system is a noninvasive prescription device that collects physiological signals other than EEG to identify physiological signals that may be associated with a seizure.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) The technical parameters of the device, hardware and software, must be fully characterized and include the following information:
(i) Hardware specifications must be provided. Appropriate verification, validation, and hazard analysis must be performed.
(ii) Software, including any proprietary algorithm(s) used by the device to achieve its intended use, must be described in detail in the Software Requirements Specification (SRS) and Software Design Specification (SDS). Appropriate software verification, validation, and hazard analysis must be performed.
(2) The patient-contacting components of the device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(3) The device must be designed and tested for electrical, thermal, and mechanical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
(4) Clinical performance testing must demonstrate the ability of the device to function as an assessment aid for monitoring for seizure-related activity in the intended population and for the intended use setting. Performance measurements must include positive percent agreement and false alarm rate.
(5) Training must be provided for intended users that includes information regarding the proper use of the device and factors that may affect the collection of the physiologic data.
(6) The labeling must include health care professional labeling and patient-caregiver labeling. The health care professional and the patient-caregiver labeling must include the following information:
(i) A detailed summary of the clinical performance testing, including any adverse events and complications.
(ii) Any instructions technicians and clinicians should convey to patients and caregivers regarding the proper use of the device and factors that may affect the collection of the physiologic data.
(iii) Instructions to technicians and clinicians regarding how to set the device threshold to achieve the intended performance of the device.