K120648 · Fujifilm Medical System U.S.A., Inc. · LLZ · Jun 14, 2012 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K120648
Device Name
SYNAPSE 3D LUNG AND ABDOMEN ANALYSIS
Applicant
Fujifilm Medical System U.S.A., Inc.
Product Code
LLZ · Radiology
Decision Date
Jun 14, 2012
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.2050
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Software as a Medical Device, Real-World Evidence
Real-World Evidence
Submission
Device
Sponsor
RWD Sources
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K120648 · Jun 14, 2012
SYNAPSE 3D LUNG AND ABDOMEN ANALYSIS
Fujifilm Medical System U.S.A., Inc.
Lung CT image data sets of real human body
The sponsor used five retrospective clinical lung CT image data sets to validate the accuracy of the device's air supply region approximation function by comparing software-calculated volumes against manual segmentations.
Human subjects (lung CT scans); Sample Size: 5 lung CT image data sets
Manual segmentation of pulmonary lobes
Accuracy of air supply region approximation (within 10% of reference values)
Indications for Use
Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis is medical imaging software used with Synapse 3D Base Tools that is intended to provide trained medical professionals with tools to aid them in reading, interpreting, reporting, and treatment planning. Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis accepts DICOM compliant medical images acquired from CT. This product is not intended for use with or for the primary diagnostic interpretation of Mammography images. Addition to Synapse 3D Base Tools, Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis is intended to: use non-contrast and contrast enhanced computed tomographic images of the lung. provide custom workflows and UI, and reporting functions for lung analysis including boundary detection and volume calculation for pulmonary nodules in the lung based on the location specified by the user, segmentation of bronchial tubes in the lung, approximation of air supply region by the user specified bronchial tube, identifying, displaying and processing low absorption regions in the lung. use non-contrasted CT images and calculate subcutaneous fat and visceral fat areas in 2D and both volumes in 3D.
Device Story
Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis is medical imaging software used in clinical settings by trained professionals. It processes DICOM-compliant CT images (non-contrast and contrast-enhanced) to provide automated analysis tools. Key functions include pulmonary nodule boundary detection and volume calculation, bronchial tube segmentation, air supply region approximation, and identification of low-absorption lung regions. It also calculates subcutaneous and visceral fat areas/volumes from non-contrasted CT images. The software integrates with Synapse 3D Base Tools for visualization, measurement, and reporting. By providing quantitative data and segmentation, it assists clinicians in treatment planning and interpretation. It does not perform primary diagnostic interpretation of mammography.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data. Performance validated via two non-clinical studies: (1) Simulated dataset with known volumes for air supply region approximation (Pass: ±5% accuracy); (2) Five real human lung CT datasets compared against manual segmentation reference volumes (Pass: ±10% accuracy).
Technological Characteristics
Software-based medical image processing application. Operates on DICOM CT images. Features include segmentation, boundary detection, and volumetric calculation algorithms. Software is classified as moderate concern per FDA guidance. Connectivity via integration with Synapse 3D Base Tools. No hardware components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for trained medical professionals to aid in reading, interpreting, reporting, and treatment planning using DICOM CT images of the lung and abdomen. Not for primary diagnostic interpretation of mammography.
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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K120648
# 5. 510(k) Summary
## Date Prepared:
February 28, 2012
## Submitter's Information:
FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. 419 West Avenue Stamford, Connecticut 06902
| Telephone: | (301) 251-1092 |
|------------|----------------|
| Fax: | (203) 602-3785 |
| Contact: | Jvh-Shyan Lin |
## Device Trade Name:
Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis
## Device Common Name:
Medical Image Processing and Analysis Software
## Regulation Number:
21 CFR 892.2050
## Device Classification:
Class II
### Device Classification Name :
Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS)
## Panel:
· Radiology
## Product Code:
LLZ
## Date Received:
TBD
## Decision Date:
TBD
## Decision:
TBD
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## Predicate Device:
- · Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis (K103720), FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc.
- · Pulmonary Workstation 2 (K083227), VIDA Diagnostics, Inc.
## Description of the Device
Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis (V3.0) is the updated version of previously-cleared Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis software (cleared by CDRH via K103720 on 03/16/2011).
Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis is used in addition to Synapse 3D Base Tools (K120361, cleared on April 6, 2012) to analyze the images acquired from CT. Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis is intended to provide trained medical professionals with tools to aid them in reading, interpreting, reporting, and treatment planning of DICOM compliant medical images. This product is not intended for use with or for the primary diagnostic interpretation of mammography images.
Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis (V3.0) is an application that performs the CT Jung analysis/airway and abdomen 2D and 3D fat analysis.
- Lung analysis/Airway .
Lung analysis/Airway is an application using non-contrast and contrast enhanced computed tomographic images of the lung which provides custom workflows and UI, and reporting functions including boundary detection and volume calculation for pulmonary nodules in the lung based on the location specified by the user, segmentation of bronchial tubes in the lung, approximation of air supply region by the user specified bronchial tube, identifying, displaying and processing low absorption regions in the lung,
- 2D Fat Analysis (Unchanged from the cleared version K103720) . 2D Fat Analysis is an application which can use single slice (2-dimensional) noncontrasted CT images to calculate subcutaneous fat and visceral fat areas.
- 3D Fat Analysis (Unchanged from the cleared version K103720) . 3D Fat Analysis is an application which can use volume (3-dimensional) non-contrasted CT images to calculate subcutaneous fat and visceral fat areas and volumes.
The following common image processing functions are available to support the analysis of the lung and abdomen CT images. These functions belong to and are provided by Synapse 3D Base Tools (K120361) that is used with Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis (V3.0).
- Window width and window level. .
- Zooming, panning, flip, rotate. .
- Measurement of lengths, areas, etc. .
- Adding annotations on an image. .
- Extraction and Deletion of 3D objects: Editing of mask areas using the smart out feature. .
- 3D clipping: The display area can be specified for 3D display. .
- Creation of video files: Video files with 2D or 3D display can be created. .
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#### Indication for Use
Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis is medical imaging software used with Synapse 3D Base Tools that is intended to provide trained medical professionals with tools to aid them in reading, interpreting, reporting, and treatment planning, Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis accepts DICOM compliant medical images acquired from CT.
This product is not intended for use with or for the primary diagnostic interpretation of Mammography images.
Addition to Synapse 3D Base Tools, Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis is intended to:
- > use non-contrast and contrast enhanced computed tomographic images of the lung. provide custom workflows and UI, and reporting functions for lung analysis including boundary detection and volume calculation for pulmonary nodules in the lung based on the location specified by the user, segmentation of bronchial tubes in the lung, approximation of air supply region by the user specified bronchial tube, identifying, displaying and processing low absorption regions in the lung.
- > use non-contrasted CT images and calculate subcutaneous fat and visceral fat areas in 2D and both volumes in 3D.
## Technological Characteristics
Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis introduces no new safety or efficacy issues other than those already indentified with the predicate devices. The results of the Hazard Analysis combined with the appropriate preventive measures that the device is of moderate concern as per the May 11, 2005 issue of the "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submission for Software Contained in Medical Devices."
### Testing
Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis is tested successfully with reference to its Software Requirements Specification, as well as design verification and validation documents and Traceability Matrix document. Verification, validation, and testing activities establish the performance, functionality, and reliability characteristics of the Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis software, which is found to be safe and effective and substantially equivalent to the currently-cleared predicate device. Testing involved system level functionality test, segmentation accuracy test, measurement accuracy test, interfacing test, usability test, serviceability test, labeling test, as well as the test for risk mitigation method and implemented in the risk management process, in the same manner as our previously-cleared predicate device.
New to this submission is lung volume analysis (approximation of air supply region). To establish that our device is as safe and effective as the predicate device, Fujifilm performed the following two nonclinical tests for the proposed device:
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- (a) Simulated test
### Test protocol summary
Prepared a simulated image data set for air supply region approximation with known air supply volume for each bronchus. Then performed air supply region approximation and compared the measured results with known volumes.
## Acceptance criteria
Pass if the measured results are within ±5% of known values.
- (b) Test using lung CT image data sets of real human body
#### Test protocol summary
Prepared five lung CT image data sets of real human body. Performed five pulmonary lobes segmentation and volume calculation manually using the validated segmentation tools in order to obtain the reference volumes of five pulmonary lobes for each test data set. Then performed air supply region approximation of each lung lobe by specifying the root of each bronchus and compared the measured results with the reference volumes.
### Acceptance criteria
Pass if the measured values are within ±10% of reference values.
Test Results: The planned test cases have passed. It has been confirmed that the values obtained in the lung volume analysis have expected accuracy and can be used clinically.
#### Conclusion
This 510(k) premarket notification submission has demonstrated Substantial Equivalence as defined and understood in the Federal Food Druq and Cosmetic Act. Our device has similar indications for use, technology, labeling and testing as the predicate device. Therefore, we conclude that our device is as safe and effective as the predicate device.
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## DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room ~ WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Mr. Jyh-Shyan Lin Senior Manager, Regulatory, Quality and Clinical Affairs FUJIFILM Medical Systems, U.S.A., Inc. 419 West Avenue STAMFORD CT 06902
JUN 1 4 2012
Re: K120648
Trade/Device Name: Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Picture archiving and communications system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LLZ Dated: April 26, 2012 Received: April 27, 2012
Dear Mr. Lin:
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.
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known):
## Device Name: Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis
Indications for Use:
Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis is medical imaging software used with Synapse 3D Base Tools that is intended to provide trained medical professionals with tools to aid them in reading, interpreting, reporting, and treatment planning. Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis accepts DICOM compliant medical images acquired from CT.
This product is not intended for use with or for the primary diagnostic interpretation of Mammography images.
Addition to Synapse 3D Base Tools, Synapse 3D Lung and Abdomen Analysis is intended to;
- > use non-contrast and contrast enhanced computed tomographic images of the lung, provide custom workflows and UI, and reporting for lung analysis including boundary detection and volume calculation for pulmonary nodules in the lung based on the location specified by the user, segmentation of bronchial tubes in the lung, approximation of air supply region by the user specified bronchial tube, identifying, displaying and processing low absorption regions in the lung.
> use non-contrasted CT images and calculate subcutaneous fat and visceral fat areas in 2D and both volumes in 3D.
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