K013841 · 3Dsharp, Inc. · LLZ · Jan 17, 2002 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K013841
Device Name
3DFIS, MODEL IES-FL-101
Applicant
3Dsharp, Inc.
Product Code
LLZ · Radiology
Decision Date
Jan 17, 2002
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.2050
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The 3DFIS is intended for use in any application where a fluoroscope is incorporated to aid in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Device Story
3DSharp Fluoroscope Image System (3DFIS) is a retrofit image processing system for existing fluoroscopes. It receives analog video input from a fluoroscope via a video cable; captures frames using a frame grabber board; processes images via computer software; and displays output on a dedicated monitor. The system provides three modes: RAW (unmodified), AVG (frame averaging for noise reduction), and LIT (proprietary image enhancement). It operates as a passive, stand-alone display system; it does not send signals back to the fluoroscope. Used in clinical settings by medical personnel to provide enhanced contrast and reduced noise alongside the standard fluoroscope display. The device aids clinicians in visualizing diagnostic or interventional procedures by providing real-time image enhancement, potentially improving diagnostic clarity.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. The system was evaluated for technical performance, including frame processing rates (up to 30 frames/sec) and latency (less than 33 msec). Electronic components were verified for compliance with FCC Part 15 Class B, TCO95, and various international safety standards (UL 1950, CSA 950, EN60950). No clinical data was provided.
Technological Characteristics
Retrofit system comprising a computer (Apple PowerMac), frame grabber (Scion CG7), and display monitor. Enclosure is aluminum. Connectivity via video cable. Software-based image processing modes: RAW, AVG (averaging), and LIT (enhancement). Operates at 30 frames/sec. Compliant with FCC Part 15 Class B, TCO95, and EN60950 safety standards.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use in any clinical application where a fluoroscope is utilized to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. No specific patient population, age, or gender restrictions are defined.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A medical image management and processing system is a device that provides one or more capabilities relating to the review and digital processing of medical images for the purposes of interpretation by a trained practitioner of disease detection, diagnosis, or patient management. The software components may provide advanced or complex image processing functions for image manipulation, enhancement, or quantification that are intended for use in the interpretation and analysis of medical images. Advanced image manipulation functions may include image segmentation, multimodality image registration, or 3D visualization. Complex quantitative functions may include semi-automated measurements or time-series measurements.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls; voluntary standards—Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Std., Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) Std., Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) Test Pattern).
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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K013841
## JAN 1 7 2002
3DSharp Inc. 6425 Forward Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412)648-9211
# 510(k) Summary
## Description
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The 3DSharp Fluoroscope Image System 3DFIS is designed for use in conjunction with any The SDSHalp Pruchoscope image by seconnection. The use of the device enables contrast and brightness enhancement with simultaneous reduction of random noise.
The enclosure for the 3DFIS is metal (aluminum). The other components are commercially available hardware and electronic components.
#### Intended Use
The 3DFIS is intended for use in any application where a fluoroscope is incorporated to aid in diagnosis and treatment of desease.
# Technological Characteristics
The 3DSharp Fluoroscope Image System (3DFIS) is designed as a "retrofit" for an existing fivoro-The obsides interescope mage enhancement capabilities in addition to those provided by the fluoroscope. The 3DFIS is connected to the fluoroscope by a video cable.
The 3DFIS is comprised of three elements. The input element to which the video images from the The SDF Is comprised of three capture interface. The computational element, the central component of the system, is a computer. The computer includes several expansion bus central component of the syestaal e capture card and the display interface. The third element is the 3DFIS display.
The 3DFIS software controls the frame capture, intermediate image manipulation, and subsequent image display on the 3DFIS monitor. Three image manipulation modes are provided. These are mage display of the observal, hand control or via the computer keyboard. These modes are:
- · RAW: The images are unmodified.
- · AVG: A contiguous sequence of images is averaged together.
- · LIT: These images are modified using the 3DSharp image enhancement method.
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## Performance
The 3DFIS processes images at any user selectable rate up to full frame rate (30 frames/sec). The delay between frame acquisition and frame display is less than the time between frames, i.e. 33 msee. Utilization of the 3DFIS in the AVG or LIT modes produces enhanced image contrast and reduced image noise.
#### Safety and Effectiveness
The device serves only as an image display which is in addition to the fluoroscope's standard image display device. Both are viewable at all times. Furthermore, the device is passive, i.e. its operation depends only on the video output of the fluoroscope. Neither control signals or images move in the other direction from the 3DFIS to the fluoroscope. It herefore has no adverse safety or effectiveness issues and its use poses no risk of injury or death to patient or medical personnel.
The electronic components of the 3DFIS, i.e. the Apple Corp. PowerMac computer and the Scion Corp. CG7 frame grabber, have been tested by their manufacturers and have been found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specification in Part 15 of FCC rules. In addition, the PowerMac computer is U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR compliant and is TCO95 approved and labelled. The TCO standard covers environmental issues, ergonomics, usability, reduction of electric and magnetic fields, energy consumption, and energy safety. The 3DFIS monitor has the following agency approvals: FCC Part 15 Class B, EN55022 Class B, EN55024, VCCI Class 2B, AS/NZS 3548 Class B, CNS 13438 Class B, ICES-003 Class B, MPR II, EC 950, UL 1950, CSA 950, EN60950, U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR, TCO 95.
### Classification
The 3DFIS is classified as "System, Image Processing." It is equivalent in safety and performance to the predicate device.
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# JAN 1 7 2002
Don Krieger, Ph.D. 3DSharp, Inc. 6425 Forward Ave. PITTSBURG PA 15217 Re: K013841
Trade/Device Name: 3DSharp Fluoroscope Image System Model IES-FL-101 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Picture Archiving and Communications system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: 90 LLZ Dated: November 19, 2001 Received: November 20, 2001
Dear Dr. Krieger:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device wo nave revious your so 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.
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Nancy C. Brogdon
Nancv C. Brogdon Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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