# K172388: Vpod Itpr

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: Advanced Circulatory System, A Wholly Owned Subsidiary OF
- Decided: Dec 22, 2017 after 136 days
- Product code: BWF (Spirometer, Therapeutic (Incentive))
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 868.5690
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 3 generations back to K022906 (2003). 3 ancestors in all.
No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
0 of 4 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K070490: Cirqlator Intrathoracic Pressure Regulator (Itpr), Advanced Circulatory Systems, Inc. (2007) Summary page 4.

## Indications for use
The VPOD™ Intrathoracic Pressure Regulator is indicated for the temporary decrease in intrathoracic pressure to increase blood circulation, as prescribed by a physician, licensed practitioner, or qualified technician. Recommended duration of use is up to four hours.

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K172388
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology