K013146 · Viatronix, Inc. · JAK · Dec 7, 2001 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K013146
Device Name
VIATRONIC V3D CALCIUM SCORING
Applicant
Viatronix, Inc.
Product Code
JAK · Radiology
Decision Date
Dec 7, 2001
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1750
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Software as a Medical Device
Indications for Use
The Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring System is intended to be used by a trained physician for the review and analysis of CT images as an aid in cardiac analysis.
Device Story
Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring System is an anatomy-specific software module integrated into the V-3D visualization system. It receives multi-slice CT scanner images via DICOM; converts data into an internal volume format; and provides interactive 2D/3D views. The system identifies, segments, and quantifies calcium deposits within coronary arteries. It calculates Agatston and volumetric scores to evaluate plaque accumulation. Used in clinical settings by trained physicians, the output assists in cardiac analysis and clinical decision-making regarding coronary artery disease. The system provides color-coded visualization of potential and assigned plaques, facilitating physician review of the extent of calcification.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical evaluation compared the Viatronix V3D system against the NetraMD predicate device using patient calcium scoring cases. Both systems were used to calculate total volumetric and Agatston scores for all arteries. Statistical analysis (t-test and F-test at 99% confidence level) showed no significant difference between the means of the two sets of scores and no difference in variability, confirming substantial equivalence.
Technological Characteristics
Software-based image processing module for CT visualization. Features multi-view 2D/3D interface, color-coded plaque segmentation, and quantitative scoring (Agatston and Volumetric). Operates on DICOM input data. Developed in compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and CDRH Guidance Version 1.1 on General Principles of Software Validation.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by trained physicians to review and analyze CT images for cardiac analysis, specifically for the quantification of coronary artery calcification.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A computed tomography x-ray system is a diagnostic x-ray system intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data from the same axial plane taken at different angles. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Predicate Devices
Netra Workstation and NetraMD Software System (K003484)
CT Coronary Artery Calcification Scoring Option for Advantage Windows (K982004)
VScore Image Processing Software with EKG Signal Gating Option for Cardiac Scoring (K001682)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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## KOI 3146
EXHIBIT #1 3 pages
# DEC 0 7 2001
### 510(K) SUMMARY
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR §807.92.
The assigned 510(k) number is:
#### 1. Submitter's Identification:
Viatronix Inc. 25 East Loop Road Suite 203 Stony Brook, NY 11790
Contact: Baman Pattanayak, Director of QA/RA
## Date Summary Prepared:
September 17, 2001
#### 2. Name of the Device:
Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring System
#### 3. Predicate Device Information:
- 1. Netra Workstation and NetraMD Software System, K#003484, SCImage, Los Altos, CA (892.2050, Product Code: 90LLZ)
- 2. CT Coronary Artery Calcification Scoring Option for Advantage Windows, K#982004, GE Medical Systems, Milwaukee, WI (892.1750, Product Code: 90JAK)
- VScore Image Processing Software with EKG Signal Gating Option 3. for Cardiac Scoring, K#001682, Vital Images, Plymouth, MN (892.1750, Product Code: 90JAK)
#### 4. Device Description:
The V-3D Calcium Scoring System for Coronary Artery Calcification Scoring is an additional image processing option added to our V-3D visualization system for which
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pre-market clearance was granted by the FDA vide K#002780, dated November 17, 2000. The V-3D Calcium Scoring is an anatomy specific software module, designed for use as a part of our V-3D visualization system core technology. The system consists of a V-3D processor and a V-3D viewer. Upon receipt of a multi-slice CT scanner image for coronary arteries through DICOM, the V-3D processor converts the DICOM image data into an internally recognized volume data format using our core software technology. The V-3D viewer provides interactive 2D and 3D views from the V-3D viewer and determines the density and location of calcium deposits within the coronary arteries and also scores measurements of calcium deposits. The calcium score provides a quantitative evaluation of the extent of plaque accumulation in the coronary arteries.
The V-3D/Calcium Scoring Software System was designed, developed, tested and validated at the beta site according to written procedures in compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and CDRH Guidance Version 1.1 on General Principles of Software Validation.
#### Intended Use: క.
The Viatronix V-3D Calcium Scoring System is intended to be used by a trained physician for the review and analysis of CT images as an aid in cardiac analysis.
#### Comparison to Predicate Devices: 6.
The Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring Module has the same technological characteristics as the three predicate devices, the G.E. CACS, the ScImage NetraMD, and the Vital Images VScore. They all provide multi-view user interfaces with combinations of 2D and 3D views correlated together for enhanced visualization. They all provide color-coded potential plaques and color-coded assigned plaques. They all report scores per artery and total calcium scores. The only difference is that G.E.'s product only computes Agatston score, while Vital Images and ScImages compute both Agatston and Volumetric just like the V3D Calcium Scoring Module.
We conclude that the subject device, the Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring Module, is as safe and effective as the predicate devices and poses no new questions of safety and effectiveness.
### Discussion of Non-Clinical Tests Performed for Determination of Substantial 7. Equivalence are as follows:
Simulated "phantom" datasets were generated as test input sets for the calcium scoring algorithms as part of the Unit Tests. These datasets contain known values whereby the expected output of the system can be calculated to theoretical precision. These datasets were run through the V3D Calcium Scoring Module and the output results correlated perfectly to the pre-calculated score values.
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The V3D Calcium Scoring Module has been developed in a manner consistent with accepted standards for software development, including both unit and system integration testing protocols. Testing on phantom objects has determined its level of accuracy, which correlates perfectly with pre-calculated values from published algorithms. The product has shown itself to be reliable, easy to use and capable of calculating useful Calcium Score values.
We conclude from these tests that V3D Calcium Scoring Module is substantially equivalent to the predicate device in its ability to calculate useful Calcium Score values.
#### Discussion of Clinical Tests\Evaluations Performed: 8.
Tests and validations on Patients' Calcium Scoring Cases were performed per protocol. Loaded Patients' Calcium Scoring Cases to the predicate device. Evaluated all Cases using the predicate device and recorded the total volumetric score and the total Agatston score for all arteries.
Same Cases were loaded into the Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring application. Evaluated all Patients' Calcium Scoring using V3D Calcium Scoring application, and recorded the total volumetric score and the total Agatston score for all arteries.
Statistical t-test and F-test were performed for both the volumetric and Agatston score at a 99% level of confidence on two sets of scores obtained from the predicate device and the V3D Calcium Scoring application. Statistical t-tests concluded that the difference between the means of the two sets of scores is zero or insignificant with a 99% level of confidence, and F-tests concluded that the two sets of scores do not differ in variability with a 99% level of confidence.
In conclusion, it was established that the V3D Calcium Scoring application is substantially equivalent to NetraMD System, K # 003484, SCImage.
#### 9. Conclusions:
The Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring application has the same intended use and similar technological characteristics as the NetraMD System, SCImage (K # 003484), CT Coronary Artery Calcification Scoring option, GEMedical Systems (K # 982004) and VScore Image processing with EKG signed gation for cardiac scoring, Vital Images (K # 001682). Moreover, tests and validations using Patients' Calcium Scoring Cases and non-clinical tests performed demonstrated that the Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring application is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in its ability to review and analyze CT images for the cardiac calcium scoring to facilitate cardiac analysis by a trained physician. The Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring application does not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness.
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DEC 0 7 2001
Viatronix, Inc. % Ms. Susan Goldstein-Falk Official Correspondent Mdi Consultants, Inc. 55 Northern Blvd., Suite 200 GREAT NECK NY 11021
Re: K013146
Trade/Device Name: Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring CT software Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1750 Regulation Name: Computed tomography x-ray system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 90 JAK Dated: September 19, 2001 Received: September 20, 2001
Dear Ms. Goldstein-Falk:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have 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 Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). 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 (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
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Enclosure
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## Exhibit B
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KOI3i46 510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring System
Indications For Use:
The Viatronix V3D Calcium Scoring System is intended to be used by a trained physician for the review and analysis of CT images as an aid in cardiac analysis.
David A. Stymson
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, and Radiological Devices 510(k) Number .
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