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    K Number
    K223898
    Date Cleared
    2023-08-25

    (240 days)

    Product Code
    Regulation Number
    870.4100
    Reference & Predicate Devices
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    Applicant Name (Manufacturer) :

    Michigan Critical Care Consultants, Inc. (d.b.a MC3 Inc.)

    AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
    Intended Use

    The VitalFlow™ Centrifugal Pump is intended to pump blood through the extracorporeal circuit for circulatory support up to 48 hours, in adult patients with acute respiratory failure or acute cardiopulmonary failure, where other available treatment options have failed, and continued clinical deterioration is expected or the risk of death is imminent.

    The VitalFlow™ Centrifugal Pump is driven by the VitalFlow™ Console and Drive Motor, or the Emergency Handcrank.

    Device Description

    The VitalFlow Centrifugal Pump is a sterile, single-use centrifugal blood pump. It is a non-invasive, nonpyrogenic device designed to move blood through the extracorporeal circuit by centrifugal force. The pump is the disposable portion of the pumping system and it is electromagnetically coupled to an instrument that monitors and displays the flow and pressure of the blood. Blood enters the inlet port of the pump, where a cone with impeller blades within the pump housing rotates and the blood is gently accelerated toward the outlet of the pump.

    The VitalFlow Centrifugal Pump can be driven through magnetic coupling by an External Drive Motor or the Emergency Handcrank.

    AI/ML Overview

    The provided document is a 510(k) Summary for the VitalFlow™ Centrifugal Pump, a Class II medical device. It details the device's indications for use, description, and studies conducted to demonstrate its substantial equivalence to predicate and reference devices.

    Here's an analysis of the acceptance criteria and study information:

    1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

    The document does not explicitly present a table of "acceptance criteria" with quantitative targets in the way one might expect for a diagnostic AI device (e.g., target specificity, sensitivity). Instead, the acceptance criteria are framed within the context of demonstrating substantial equivalence to predicate devices and meeting specific "Special Controls" outlined in 21 CFR 870.4100. The performance is assessed through various bench, animal, and real-world clinical data.

    Therefore, the table below summarizes the Special Controls as acceptance criteria and how the device's performance, as reported, addresses them.

    Acceptance Criteria (Special Controls from 21 CFR 870.4100)Reported Device Performance and Evidence
    Technological CharacteristicsGeometry and design parameters are consistent with the intended use in extracorporeal life support procedures. Device is designed to be compatible with other extracorporeal circuit devices and accessories. (Implies meeting functional specifications for flow, pressure, etc.)
    BiocompatibilityDemonstrated to be biocompatible in accordance with ISO 10993-1:2018 and GLP (21 CFR 58).
    Sterility and Shelf-lifeTesting demonstrates sterility and maintenance of sterility, integrity, durability, and reliability over the stated shelf-life.
    Non-clinical PerformanceDemonstrated substantial equivalence through performance characteristics on the bench, mechanical integrity, durability, and reliability. Bench studies demonstrated a blood pump use duration of 14 days, with mechanical stability and critical flow performance attributes maintained. High flow blood trauma testing and hydraulic performance were also conducted.
    In vivo EvaluationA 96-hour animal study (13 sheep) to evaluate safety and performance for long-term ECMO use (target ACT 180-220 sec). Sustained high (5 L/min) and low (2 L/min) blood flow rates for 96 hours with no clots in any location in the device and confirmed blood pump functionality.
    Clinical Evidence of PerformanceA summary of real-world evidence (1048 reports) from ELSO.org (Extracorporeal Life Support Organization registry) on the Affinity CP Centrifugal Blood Pump (which the VitalFlow Centrifugal Pump is stated to be "the same as"). This demonstrated acceptable long-term performance in ECMO patients over 200,000 hours of ECMO time, averaging 225.6 hours per adult patient. The overall complication rate (34.7%) and specific mechanical complication rate (1.2%) for the AP40 group were comparable to or better than "All Other Pumps" (Non-AP40 group) in the registry, with a notably lower moderate or severe hemolysis rate (1.1% vs 4.6%). The pump failure rate (per 1000 hours) was 0.06 for VitalFlow (AP40) vs 0.03 for other pumps.
    LabelingInstructions for use include detailed summary of non-clinical evaluations, installation, circuit setup, maintenance, adverse effects, and performance characteristics relevant to compatibility.

    2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance

    The document describes several types of studies:

    • Bench Performance Evaluations: No specific sample size is given for individual tests, but it states "Design verification studies were performed by the original manufacturer... and supplemented by MC3 bench performance testing, including long-term characterization." This implies multiple samples were tested for each characteristic.
    • Animal Studies (In vivo evaluation): A sample size of 13 sheep was used for the 96-hour study. The data provenance is a controlled research environment.
    • Clinical Performance (Real-world evidence): This utilized 1048 reports from the ELSO.org registry for the Affinity CP Centrifugal Blood Pump (AP40 group). The document states this is a "summary of real-world evidence," implying retrospective data extraction from an international registry. The country of origin for the data isn't explicitly stated but the ELSO registry collects data internationally. The comparison group ("All Other Pumps") involved 51,032 reports.

    3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Their Qualifications

    This device is not an AI diagnostic device that relies on expert interpretation of images or signals to establish a "ground truth" in the traditional sense. The "ground truth" for its performance is established through objective measures in bench testing (e.g., flow, pressure, mechanical integrity), physiological parameters in animal studies (e.g., presence/absence of clots, functionality), and reported clinical outcomes in the ELSO registry.

    Therefore, there is no mention of "experts" establishing ground truth in the context of adjudication for a test set. Design verification and animal study results would be assessed by engineers, veterinarians, and researchers involved in those studies. Clinical outcomes in the ELSO registry are reported data.

    4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set

    Given that this is not an AI diagnostic device evaluating, for example, medical images requiring consensus on findings, there is no adjudication method (e.g., 2+1, 3+1) mentioned or applicable for the test sets described.

    5. If a Multi Reader Multi Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study was done

    No, an MRMC comparative effectiveness study was not done. This type of study typically assesses the performance of human readers (e.g., radiologists) with and without AI assistance for tasks like diagnosis or detection. The VitalFlow™ Centrifugal Pump is a mechanical device, not an AI diagnostic tool, so such a study is not relevant.

    6. If a Standalone (i.e., algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done

    No, a standalone (algorithm-only) performance study was not done, as the VitalFlow™ Centrifugal Pump is a physical medical device. The "standalone" performance here would refer to the device's function outside of a human-in-the-loop context, which is effectively what the bench and animal studies demonstrate regarding its mechanical integrity and ability to pump blood.

    7. The Type of Ground Truth Used

    The "ground truth" for evaluating the VitalFlow™ Centrifugal Pump's performance is multi-faceted:

    • Bench Testing: Engineering specifications and performance metrics (e.g., pressure-flow curves, durability, wear, integrity, blood trauma data).
    • Animal Studies: Direct observation of device functionality, physiological parameters, and absence of adverse events like clot formation in a living system over a defined period (96 hours).
    • Clinical Performance (Real-world evidence): Reported clinical outcomes and complication rates from a large patient registry (ELSO.org), providing real-world data on pump failure, hemolysis, circuit changes, and other adverse events. This relies on the accuracy of data submitted to the registry.

    8. The Sample Size for the Training Set

    The document is for a traditional medical device (centrifugal pump), not an AI/Machine Learning device. Therefore, there is no "training set" in the context of AI model development that would typically have a distinct sample size. The design verification, bench testing, and animal studies serve as part of the overall development and validation process.

    9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established

    As there is no AI training set, this question is not applicable. The "ground truth" for the device's design and engineering would be based on established medical and engineering principles, material science, and regulatory requirements, which are then verified through rigorous testing, as mentioned above.

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    K Number
    K230364
    Date Cleared
    2023-08-25

    (196 days)

    Product Code
    Regulation Number
    870.4100
    Reference & Predicate Devices
    Why did this record match?
    Applicant Name (Manufacturer) :

    Michigan Critical Care Consultants, Inc. (d.b.a MC3 Inc.)

    AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
    Intended Use

    The VitalFlow™ Console controls the VitalFlow™ Centrifugal blood pump during extracorporeal cardiopulmonary life support for adult patients with acute respiratory failure or acute cardiopulmonary failure, where other available treatment options have failed, and continued clinical deterioration is expected or the risk of death is imminent. The VitalFlow Centrifugal pump is driven by the VitalFlow Motor Drive or the VitalFlow Emergency Handcrank.

    Device Description

    The VitalFlow Console provides control of blood pumping through an extracorporeal circuit during extracorporeal life support (ECLS) procedures. The console powers the VitalFlow motor drive unit which provides rotation of the VitalFlow Centrifugal pump. Pump motor speed (RPM) can be adjusted by the user and flow and bubble detection is provided by an ultrasonic flow probe and displayed on the touchscreen. The touchscreen display allows users to set alarm limits for all measured parameters. The device will alarm visually and audibly when limits are exceeded. Status indicators, power / battery life and secondary RPM indicator is provided. Data download and data streaming from the console is available for ECLS circuit data only; no patient data are stored or exported.

    The VitalFlow Emergency Handcrank (drive unit) can be used in emergency situations to manually drive the centrifugal pump in the case of console and or motor drive failure.

    AI/ML Overview

    The provided text describes the VitalFlow™ Console, an extracorporeal circuit component, and its FDA 510(k) clearance (K230364). The document outlines the device's indications for use, description, and the performance evaluations conducted to demonstrate substantial equivalence to a predicate device.

    However, the document does not contain the detailed information necessary to answer all parts of your request, specifically regarding acceptance criteria for an AI/ML model, sample sizes for test sets in an AI context, expert ground truth establishment, MRMC studies, or training set details for an AI model. This is likely because the VitalFlow™ Console is a mechanical/electronic medical device, not an AI/ML-driven diagnostic or assistive device that would typically undergo such evaluations.

    The "Bench Performance Evaluations" section lists various studies (Hydraulic performance, Reliability, EMC, Electrical Safety, Software Validation, Usability Studies), but these are standard engineering and regulatory tests for hardware and software functionality, not AI model performance.

    Therefore, I cannot provide a table of acceptance criteria for an AI model or details about AI-specific testing from this document.

    If you are looking for information regarding an AI/ML-driven medical device, this document does not seem to pertain to such a device.

    From the provided text, I can infer the following about the device and its testing:

    • Device Type: The VitalFlow™ Console is an extracorporeal circuit and accessories for long-term respiratory/cardiopulmonary failure (Product Code: QNR, Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.4100). It controls features like pump motor speed (RPM), flow, and bubble detection.
    • Purpose of Studies: The studies were conducted to demonstrate "substantial equivalence" of the VitalFlow™ Console to a predicate device (TandemHeart Escort Controller, K202751) and to meet the "Special Controls" described in 21 CFR 870.4100.
    • Nature of Studies: The studies were primarily "Bench Performance Evaluations" and included aspects like hydraulic performance, reliability, EMC, electrical safety, software validation, and usability studies. These are typical engineering and functional performance tests for a physical device.
    • Ground Truth: For a physical device like this, "ground truth" would be established through calibrated instruments and established engineering principles for parameters like flow rate, RPM, pressure, and electrical safety. It's not based on expert consensus on image interpretation or pathology.
    • No AI Component: There is no mention of an AI/ML component or algorithm within the VitalFlow™ Console. Therefore, concepts like training sets, test sets for AI models, expert adjudication, or MRMC studies are not applicable to the information provided.

    In summary, the provided document does not contain the information requested about AI/ML device acceptance criteria and study details because the VitalFlow™ Console appears to be a physical medical device, not an AI-driven one.

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