KODAK DIRECTVIEW CR MAMMOGRAPHY SYSTEM (USING CARESTREAM CR MAMMOGRAPHY CASSETTE WITH SNP-M1 SCREEN)
K120246 · Carestream Health, Inc. · MUE · Aug 28, 2012 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K120246
Device Name
KODAK DIRECTVIEW CR MAMMOGRAPHY SYSTEM (USING CARESTREAM CR MAMMOGRAPHY CASSETTE WITH SNP-M1 SCREEN)
Applicant
Carestream Health, Inc.
Product Code
MUE · Radiology
Decision Date
Aug 28, 2012
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1715
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Kodak DirectView CR Mammography Feature together with the CR Mammography Cassette comprise a device which, when used in conjunction with a Kodak DirectView CR System and a mammographic X-ray machine, generates digital mammographic images that can be used for screening and diagnosis of breast cancer. It is intended for use in the same clinical applications as traditional screen-film based mammooraphic systems. The mammographic images can be interpreted by a qualified physician using either hardcopy film or softcopy display at a workstation.
Device Story
The Kodak DirectView CR Mammography System uses a structured needle phosphor (SNP-M1) cassette to capture X-ray exposures. The needle-shaped phosphor crystals, oriented at 90 degrees, reduce light spread to improve image sharpness and reduce noise compared to powder-based phosphors. The cassette is used with existing Kodak DirectView CR readers (CR850, CR975, Classic CR, Elite CR). The system transforms X-ray inputs into digital mammographic images via the Kodak DirectView CR Mammography Feature. A modified 'looks database' within the Kodak ECLIPSE Image Processing Software v5.4 adjusts noise, contrast, brightness, and sharpness. The output is a digital image displayed on a workstation or printed as hardcopy for interpretation by a qualified physician. The device is used in clinical settings for breast cancer screening and diagnosis, providing improved image quality at lower doses than the predicate.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical image evaluation was conducted to validate the device. Non-clinical physical laboratory testing was also performed to verify design outputs against requirements. Predefined acceptance criteria were met, demonstrating substantial equivalence to the predicate device.
Technological Characteristics
System consists of a rigid aluminum cassette plate assembly housing an SNP-M1 structured needle phosphor screen. Operates with Kodak DirectView CR readers (CR850, CR975, Classic CR, Elite CR). Utilizes Kodak ECLIPSE Image Processing Software v5.4 with a modified looks database for image optimization. Connectivity via existing CR system infrastructure.
Indications for Use
Indicated for screening and diagnosis of breast cancer in patients requiring mammographic imaging. Used in conjunction with mammographic X-ray machines and CR systems. No specific age or gender contraindications listed beyond standard mammography clinical applications.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A full-field digital mammography system is a device intended to produce planar digital x-ray images of the entire breast. This generic type of device may include digital mammography acquisition software, full-field digital image receptor, acquisition workstation, automatic exposure control, image processing and reconstruction programs, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for the device is FDA's guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Full-Field Digital Mammography System.”*See* § 892.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.
Predicate Devices
Kodak DirectView CR Mammography System (P080018/S001)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Special 510(k): Carestream Health, Inc.
K120246
## "510(k) Summary"
AUG 2 8 2012
| 510(k) Owner Name | Carestream Health, Inc. |
|-----------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Owner Address | 150 Verona Street<br>Rochester, New York 14608 |
| 510(k) Owner Phone | 585 627-6491 |
| 510(k) Owner Fax | 585 323-7643 |
| Contact Name & Info | Katherine Honsinger<br>Regulatory Affairs Manager<br>katherine.honsinger@carestreamhealth.com |
| Date Summary Prepared | September 29, 2011 |
| Device Trade Name | Kodak DirectView CR Mammography System |
| Device Common Name | CR Digital Mammography System |
| Classification Name | Full Field Digital, System, Xray, Mammographic |
| Regulation Name | Full-Field Digital Mammography System |
| Device Class | Class II |
| Device Code | MUE |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 892.1715, Full-Field Digital Mammography<br>System |
| Predicate Device | Kodak DirectView CR Mammography System<br>(P080018/S001) |
#### Device Description
The Carestream CR Mammography Cassette with SNP-M1 Screen is a structured needle phosphor detector used in conjunction with the Kodak DirectView CR Mammography Feature on Kodak DirectView CR Systems for generating digital mammographic images. The Carestream CR Mammography Cassette SNP-M1 Screen is used in the same manner as a traditional screen-film cassette when performing radiographic patient exposures and will be used in the DirectView CR Systems: CR850, readers problem on on and Elite CR readers using the Kodak DirectView CR Mammography Feature.
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#### Intended Use
Indications for Use and Intended Use of the modified device remain unchanged from the predicate device.
The Kodak DirectView CR Mammography Feature together with the CR Mammography Cassette comprise a device which, when used in conjunction with a Kodak DirectView CR System and a mammographic X-ray machine, generates digital mammographic images that can be used for screening and diagnosis of breast cancer. It is intended for use in the same clinical applications as traditional screen-film based mammooraphic systems. The mammographic images can be interpreted by a qualified physician using either hardcopy film or softcopy display at a workstation.
#### Comparison of Technological Characteristics
The SNP-M1 storage phosphor screen consists of a structured needle phosphor layer. The predicate device EHR-M3 storage phosphor screen consists of a powdered-base phosphor laver. The SNP-M1 needle-shaped phosphor crystals, which are oriented at 90 degrees to the screen surface, reduce the spread of light within the screen, and produce a more uniform screen structure compared to the EHR-M3 powder-based phosphors. The SNP-M1 structured needle phosphor screen with reader optimization kit is designed to provide improved image quality, increased sharpness, and reduced noise, delivered at a lower dose compared to the EHR-M3 powdered-based phosphor screen. Either screen type is adhered to a rigid aluminum cassette plate assembly which is inserted within the cassette housing. There are minor modifications to the cassette housing to protect the SNP-M1 screen/plate assembly from scratching or damage.
As with the EHR-M3 screen, the SNP-M1 screen is used in the same manner as a traditional screen-film cassette when performing radiographic patient exposures and will be used in all DirectView CR Systems: CR850, CR975, Classic CR and Elite CR readers that utilize the Kodak DirectView CR Mammography Feature. The CR readers are modified to optimize image quality of images captured with the SNP-M1 Screen.
There is no difference in image acquisition. Use and functional operation of the CR Mammography Cassette with SNP-M1 Screen in the CR850, CR975, Classic CR and Elite CR Readers is the same as that for the predicate device CR Mammography Cassettes with EHR-M3 Screen.
There are no significant changes in the image processing software used with the CR Mammography Cassette with SNP-M1 Screen. The Kodak DirectView CR Mammography Feature utilizing Kodak ECLIPSE Image Processing Software v5.4 is the same as that used with the CR Mammography Cassette with EHR-M3 Screen. A modified looks database enhances the image quality by adjusting noise, contrast, brightness, sharpness and detail of the images captured with the SNP-M1 Screen.
#### Discussion of Testing
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Performance testing was conducted to verify the design output met the design input requirements and to validate the device conformed to the defined user needs and intended uses. Non-clinical physical laboratory testing was conducted to assess performance. Clinical image evaluation was also conducted. Predefined acceptance criteria was met and demonstrated that the device is substantially equivalent to and as safe and as effective as the predicate device.
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### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
AUG 28 2012
Ms. Katherine Honsinger Regulatory Affairs Manager Carestream Health, Inc. 150 Verona Street ROCHESTER NY 14608
Re: K120246
Trade/Device Name: KODAK DirectView CR Mammography System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1715 Regulation Name: Full-field digital mammography system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MUE Dated: August 23, 2012 Received: August 24, 2012
Dear Ms. Honsinger:
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Kodak DirectView CR Mammography System
Special 510(k); Carestream Health, Inc.
# Indications for Use
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Indications for Use:
The KODAK DirectView CR Mammography Feature together with KODAK DirectView CR Mammography Cassette comprise a device which, when used in conjunction with a KODAK DirectView CR System and a mammographic x-ray machine, generates digital mammographic images that can be used for screening and diagnosis of breast cancer. It is intended for use in the same clinical applications as traditional screen-film based mammographic systems. The mammographic images can be interpreted by a qualified physician using either hardcopy film or softcopy display at a workstation.
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