K050703 · Medis Medical Imaging Systems BV · LLZ · Apr 21, 2005 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K050703
Device Name
QBRAIN
Applicant
Medis Medical Imaging Systems BV
Product Code
LLZ · Radiology
Decision Date
Apr 21, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.2050
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Software as a Medical Device
AI Performance
Output
Algorithm
Acceptance
Observed
Dev DS
Dev Readers
Test DS
Test Readers
Brain tissue volume quantification
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Indications for Use
The QBrain software has been developed for the objective and reproducible analysis of MR images of the brain. It performs quantities the volumes of intracranial cavities, areas that contain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), and white matter hyperintensities (lesions). These parameters should only be used by trained medical professionals in clinical trials.
Device Story
QBrain is a standalone software package for post-processing MR brain images; operates in hospitals and core labs by neuro-radiologists and specialists. Input consists of MR brain images; device performs automatic segmentation to identify and quantify volumes of intracranial cavities, CSF, and white matter hyperintensities (lesions). Output provides objective quantitative results; supports diagnostic or therapy response assessment. Healthcare providers review results to accept or reject; aids clinical decision-making in clinical trials. Benefits include objective, reproducible brain structure quantification.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence is supported by risk management, hazard analysis, and verification/validation testing.
Technological Characteristics
Standalone software for MR image post-processing. Utilizes automatic segmentation algorithms to quantify brain structures. Operates on standard computing hardware. No specific materials or energy sources; software-only device.
Indications for Use
Indicated for trained medical professionals to perform objective, reproducible quantitative analysis of brain MR images, specifically measuring intracranial cavity volumes, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) areas, and white matter hyperintensities (lesions) for use in clinical trials.
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).
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K050703
# 12. SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS
12. SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND E. F 20.000.01.2019 Part 807.87(h)
| • Submitter<br>Address | : Medis medical imaging systems b.v.<br>: Schuttersveld 9<br>: 2316 XG Leiden, The Netherlands |
|------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Telephone | : +31 71 522 3244 |
| Fax | : +31 71 521 5617 |
| Contact Person | : J.I. Hollander, Quality Coordinator |
| Prepared | : March 03, 2005 |
| • Device Name | : Automatic quantitative analysis of MR brain images |
| Common Name | : QBrain |
| Device Class. Name | : Class II; PACS software |
| Regulation Number | : 21 CFR 892.2050 (90 LLZ) |
| • Predicate Device(s) | : IQuantify workstation software, K011196 |
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## · Intended use
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# • Substantial equivalence Information
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## Public Health Service
APR 2 1 2005
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Mr. J.I. Hollander Quality Coordinator Medis Medical Imaging Systems bv Schuttersveld 9, 2316 XG Leiden THE NETHERLANDS
Re: K050703 Trade/Device Name: QBrain Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Picture archiving and communications systems Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LLZ Dated: March 3, 2005 Received: March 18, 2005
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We have reviewed your Section by the time to maket the indications for use stated in We have reviewed your Section 510(K) premainst interested (for the indications for use stated in
above and have determined the device is substantially equival in interests pr above and have determined the devices is substances marketed in interstate commerce prior to
the enclosure) to legally marketed predicated in interstate or to devices that ha the enclosure) to legally marketed predical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been
May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device and Cosmetic Act (Act) the May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Necded Dely, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that reclassified in accordance with the provisions of and of the A. You may, therefore, market the do not require approval of a premarket approval application (The eyeneral controls provisions of the Act
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): K050703
Device Name: QBrain
Indications For Use: The QBrain software has been developed for the objective and Indications For USe. The Qurain soltware from In Marc one offically analysis of MR
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Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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