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The Fluidshield* 3 Surgical Mask(s) and Fluidshield* 3 Procedure Mask(s) are intended to be worn to protect both the patient and healthcare personnel from transfer of microorganisms, body fluids, and particulate material. These face masks are intended for use in infection control practices to reduce the potential exposure of the wearer to blood and body fluids. Fluidshield* 3 Surgical Masks(s) and Fluidshield* 3 Procedure Face Mask(s) are single use, disposable device(s), provided non-sterile.

The subject device(s) are ASTM F2100 Level 3 (orange in color) Surgical and Procedure Mask(s). The Fluidshield* 3 Surgical Mask(s)s and Fluidshield* 3 Procedure Masks family of products are a four-layer mask, constructed of well-known non-woven materials used in facial protection. The Surgical Masks are provided with ties while the Procedure Masks are provided with earloops. A malleable nosepiece is placed within the bindings to conform around the wearer's nose. The Fluidshield* 3 Surgical Mask(s)s and Fluidshield* 3 Procedure Mask(s) family will be provided in designs with and without a protective visor. The Fluidshield* 3 Surgical Mask(s) and Fluidshield* 3 Procedure Mask(s) family are single use, disposable devices, provided non-sterile.

This document describes the FDA 510(k) clearance for several Fluidshield® 3 Surgical and Procedure Masks. However, it does not contain the level of detail regarding study design, sample sizes, ground truth establishment, or expert qualifications that would be present in a comprehensive study report for an AI/software device. The information provided is typical for a medical device clearance describing performance characteristics and compliance with standards, not for an AI comparative effectiveness or standalone study.

Based on the provided text, here's what can be extracted and what cannot:

Acceptance Criteria and Device Performance

1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

Study Details (Based on available information in the document)

2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance:

   • Sample Size: Not specified in the provided document. The document lists "Pass" for various tests, but does not detail the number of masks or samples tested for each criterion.
   • Data Provenance: Not specified. The tests are non-clinical (laboratory-based) tests of the physical properties and performance of the mask materials and construction. They are not based on patient data, but rather on material testing.

3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts:

   • Not applicable as this is not an AI/software device study involving expert interpretation of data. The "ground truth" here refers to the quantitative results of standardized non-clinical material performance tests, performed by laboratory personnel according to the specified ASTM and ISO standards.

4. Adjudication method for the test set:

   • Not applicable. The performance is measured against objective, standardized physical testing methods rather than subjective expert consensus requiring adjudication.

5. If a multi reader multi case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance:

   • Not applicable. This document is for the premarket notification (510(k)) of physical medical devices (surgical masks), not an AI/software as a medical device (SaMD). Therefore, no MRMC study or AI performance evaluation was conducted.

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

   • Not applicable. This is not an AI/software device.

7. The type of ground truth used:

   • The "ground truth" for the performance claims of these masks is based on standardized non-clinical laboratory testing results as defined by the ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) and ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards listed (e.g., ASTM F2100, ASTM F2101, ASTM F2299, ASTM F1862, 16 CFR Part 1610, ISO 10993). These are objective, measurable physical properties and biocompatibility assessments.

8. The sample size for the training set:

   • Not applicable. This is not an AI/software device and therefore does not involve training sets.

9. How the ground truth for the training set was established:

   • Not applicable. No training set is involved.

Summary of the Study:

The "study" referenced in this document is a series of non-clinical laboratory tests to demonstrate that the Fluidshield® 3 Surgical and Procedure Masks meet established performance standards for medical face masks, specifically ASTM F2100 Level 3. These tests evaluate properties such as bacterial filtration efficiency, particulate filtration efficiency, differential pressure (breathability), fluid resistance, flammability, and biocompatibility (cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation).

The conclusion states that the nonclinical tests demonstrate the device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed predicate device, forming the basis for its 510(k) clearance for market.

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