K Number
K970081
Device Name
SUPER AIR 9000 ALTERNATING AIR FLOATATION MATTRESS SYSTEM
Date Cleared
1997-11-07

(302 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.5550
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Cathay Consolidated Super Air 9000 is indicated for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers ( bed sores).
Device Description
Super Air 9000 Alternating Air Flotation Mattress System
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The summary does not mention AI, ML, or any related concepts like image processing, training sets, or performance metrics typically associated with AI/ML devices. The description points to a mechanical system for pressure ulcer prevention.

Yes
The device is indicated for the "prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers (bed sores)," which directly addresses a health condition.

No
The device is indicated for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers, which suggests a therapeutic or preventative rather than a diagnostic function. There is no information provided about identifying, detecting, or monitoring a disease or condition.

No

The device description explicitly states "Alternating Air Flotation Mattress System," which is a hardware component.

Based on the provided information, the Cathay Consolidated Super Air 9000 is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is for the "prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers (bed sores)". This is a therapeutic and preventative function related to the patient's physical condition, not the examination of specimens derived from the human body.
  • Device Description: The device is described as an "Alternating Air Flotation Mattress System". This is a physical device designed to support the body and manage pressure, not a device used for testing biological samples.
  • Lack of IVD Indicators: The description does not mention any of the typical characteristics of an IVD, such as:
    • Analyzing biological samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.)
    • Providing diagnostic information based on laboratory tests
    • Using reagents or assays

Therefore, the Cathay Consolidated Super Air 9000 falls under the category of a medical device used for patient care and treatment, not an in vitro diagnostic device.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Cathay Consolidated Super Air 9000 is indicated for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers ( bed sores).

Product codes

ILA

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§ 880.5550 Alternating pressure air flotation mattress.

(a)
Identification. An alternating pressure air flotation mattress is a device intended for medical purposes that consists of a mattress with multiple air cells that can be filled and emptied in an alternating pattern by an associated control unit to provide regular, frequent, and automatic changes in the distribution of body pressure. The device is used to prevent and treat decubitus ulcers (bed sores).(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 880.9.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

NOV - 7 1997

Ms. Jean Rozint ·Cathay Consolidated, Incorporated C/O Clinically Effective Outcomes, Incorporated P.O. Box 1026 Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina 29465-1026

Re : K970081 Super Air 9000 Alternating Air Flotation Trade Name: Mattress System Requlatory Class: II Product Code: ILA ..... August 7, 1997 Dated: Received: August 11, 1997

Dear Ms. Rozint:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. ਸੇ substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory In addition, FDA may publish further announcements action. concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531

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through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or requlations.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA findinq of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4618. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Timothy A. Ulatowski

Timothy A. Directok Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

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510(k) Number (if known): K970081

Device Name: Super Air 9000 Alternating Air Flotstion Mattress System

Indications for Use:

The Cathay Consolidated Super Air 9000 is indicated for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers ( bed sores).

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)

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Over-The-Counter Use

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