The VISX WaveScan™ Wavefront System is a diagnostic instrument indicated for the automated measurement and analysis of refractive errors of the eye including hyperopia and myopia from +6.00 to -8.00 diopters spherical, and astigmatism from 0.00 to -6.00 diopters.
Device Story
WaveScan™ Wavefront System Model HS 1 is a diagnostic autorefractor; measures refractive error via wavefront technology. Device directs light into eye; sensors detect gradient/slope of wavefronts exiting eye after reflection off retina. Internal sensors, lenses, and apertures capture irregularities caused by cornea and lens. Computer processes data via mathematical algorithms to calculate refractive error. Used in clinical settings by professionals or ancillary personnel to obtain objective measurements of spherical, cylindrical, and axis refractive error. Output provided as printed or electronic read-out. Assists clinicians in preliminary diagnostic refractive error determination. Benefits patient by providing precise, automated refractive measurements.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Comparison conducted against Canon R-50m using a Gullstrand Standard Test Eye Model. Tested across various refractive error ranges (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism). Each condition repeated five times. Results showed performance within 95% confidence level; WaveScan demonstrated equivalent or superior accuracy and repeatability with lower variability than the control device.
Technological Characteristics
Diagnostic autorefractor; uses near-infrared light source. Measures wavefront gradients via sensors, lenses, and apertures. Range: Sphere -8 to +6D, Cylinder 0 to -6D, Axis 0-180 degrees. Up to 100 measurement points. Power: 110/120V, 50/60Hz. Data output: Print or electronic. Software-based mathematical analysis of wavefront distortions.
Indications for Use
Indicated for automated measurement and analysis of refractive errors (hyperopia, myopia, astigmatism) in patients requiring refractive assessment. Range: +6.00 to -8.00 diopters spherical; 0.00 to -6.00 diopters astigmatism.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ophthalmic refractometer is an automatic AC-powered device that consists of a fixation system, a measurement and recording system, and an alignment system intended to measure the refractive power of the eye by measuring light reflexes from the retina.
Predicate Devices
Canon R-50m
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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MAY - 2 2000
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K000327
## Summary Statement
SUBMITTER:
Submitted by:
Company Name: VISX, Inc. 3400 Central Expressway Santa Clara, California 95051 (408) 773-7327 (408) 773-7324
CONTACT PERSON:
David M. Patino Vice President, Regulatory and Clinical Affairs
DATE SUMMARY PREPARED:
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WaveScan™ Wavefront System Model HS 1
TRADE NAME:
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Autorefractor
January 31, 2000
# SUBSTANTIALLY EQUIVALENT TO:
The WaveScan™ Wavefront System Model HS 1 is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, the Canon R-50m. Both devices have the same indication for use, in that they are devices which are diagnostic tools for obtaining objective output measurements of refractive error of the eye. These devices obtain this information by means of light ray deflection principles to measure the refractive elements of the eye and provide automated read-outs of refractive error. The principle of light waves incorporates the known elements of light energy moving in successive flat sheets, or wavefronts. The measurement principles of both instruments utilize the element of wavefront measurements from the refractive elements of the eye, the lens and cornea as light interference changes the wavefront as affected by these elements. Each instrument utilize condensing lenses within the body of the instrument, and a fogging technique which blurs a fixation target for the patient who is being measured. The output measures for each instrument consist of the spherical, cylindrical and axis of the subject's refractive error which are provided in a printed read-out format.
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## DESCRIPTION of the DEVICE:
The WaveScan™ Wavefront System Model HS 1 autorefractor device is a diagnostic instrument designed to measure refractive error of the eye automatically by use of wavefront technology. Light travels in a procession of flat sheets known as wavefronts. As these wavefronts pass through an imperfect refractive medium including the cornea and the lens, the aberrations which are created by the irregular surfaces "wrinkle" the light rays and create wavefront errors or distortions. The instrument contains tiny sensors which measure the gradient, or slope, of the wavefront which emanate from the eye. After light travels through the eye's optical system and out again, the sensors accurately detect slight variations of wavefront irregularities as they exit the eye. The sensors then provide additional information within the confines of the instrument through a series of lenses and apertures which are subject to mathematical algorithms and software. Once analyzed by the computer, a refractive error read-out is provided to the user. This analysis is made from multiple points of light which precisely pinpoint variations in refractive status across the entrance pupil of the eye. This allows for the high level of accuracy of the instrument thus providing the user with very precise readings of refractive error.
## INDICATIONS FOR USE:
The VISX WaveScanted System Model HS 1 is a diagnostic instrument indicated for the automated measurement and analysis of refractive errors of the eye including hyperopia and myopia from +6.00 to -8.00 diopters spherical, and astigmatism from 0.00 to -6.00 diopters. I
| | VISX WaveScan |
|-----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Accuracy | No Specification |
| Reproducibility | No Specification |
| Power<br>Requirements | 110/120V, 50/60Hz |
| Measurable<br>Range | Sphere -8 to +6 in 0.1D increments<br>Cylinder 0 to -6 in 0.1D increments<br>Axis 0-180 degrees |
| Data Output | Print or Electronic |
| Approvals | ETL |
| Measurement<br>Points | Up to 100 points |
#### SPECIFICATIONS OF THE DEVICE:
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## TESTING OF THE DEVICE:
Comparison testing was conducted under a protocol designed to demonstrate the equivalence of the WaveScan™ Wavefront Model HS 1 to the Canon Model R-50m autorefractor. These devices which are basically equivalent, measure refractive error of the eye automatically by use of scanning light deflection through the optics of the eye. The near infrared light acts as a secondary light source reflected off the back of the eye at the retina. The emerging light passes through the optics of the lens and cornea and is affected by a series of apertures and lenses which are then systematically analyzed through mathematical models and reveal the measurement of refractive error. The tests were conducted using a model test eve developed by VISX. Inc. and modeled after the Gullstrand Standard Test Eye Model established for bench testing in the ophthalmic community. Tests were conducted across a range of refractive errors including myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatic errors of refraction at various and orientations. Combinations of myopic and hyperopic astigmatism were employed. Each of these test conditions was repeated five times in each instrument, and subject to statistical analysis. The results indicated that the WaveScan™, Wavefront System performed within statistical 95% level of confidence in all parameters measured and was equivalent or superior to the control instrument in accuracy and repeatability. Overall, the WaveScan device provided estimates of refractive error with less variability than the control device as seen in the data, from standard deviation estimates.
## LABELING
The WaveScan™ Wavefront System Model HS 1 is provided to the user with a User Manual of Operator's Instructions. The device is a diagnostic tool used by professionals and ancillary personnel in the determination of preliminary diagnostic refractive error information.
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MAY - 2 2000
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Mr. David M. Patino Vice President, Regulatory and Clinical Affairs VISX, Inc. 3400 Central Expressway Santa Clara, CA 95051-0703
Re: K000327
Trade Name: WaveScan™ Wavefront System Regulatory Class: I Product Code: HKO Dated: January 31, 2000 Received: February 2, 2000
Dear Mr. Patino:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device we have leviewed your bowe 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 in interstace commerce prior to thay been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of Amendinents, of to devices that have ester (Act). You may, therefore, market the device, the rederal 1 000, Drug, and Cosmisions of the Act and the limitations described below. subject to the general controls pool the Act include requirements for annual registration, I no golf devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
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