The Nidek Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance, including scanning laser ophthalmoscope function with Image Filing Software NAVIS-EX is a noncontact system for imaging the fundus and for axial cross sectional imaging of ocular structures. It is indicated for in vivo imaging and measurement of: - the retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, and optic disc, and - the anterior chamber and cornea (when used with the optional auxiliary anterior chamber adapter), as an aid in the diagnosis and management of adults having or suspected of having ocular disease.
Device Story
RS-3000 Advance is a non-contact ophthalmic imaging system; captures fundus images via Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscope (SLO) and axial cross-sectional images via Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT). Inputs: near-infrared light (785 nm for SLO; 880 nm for OCT). Operation: confocal laser scanning and optical interferometry. Features: high-speed OCT, image averaging (Tracing HD), auto-focusing, auto-alignment, and OCT sensitivity settings (Regular/Fine/Ultra-fine). Used in clinical settings by eye care professionals. Output: fundus and cross-sectional ocular images displayed on PC monitor. Clinicians use images to observe ocular structure/pathology, aiding diagnosis and management of retinal/anterior segment diseases. Benefits: non-invasive, high-quality imaging resistant to eye movement.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical trials; bench testing only. Comparison study evaluated retinal thickness measurements (full, inner, outer, RNFL) across different OCT sensitivity settings. Results demonstrated measurements were similar to predicate RS-3000, with mean differences within established repeatability limits. Device met accuracy requirements of ±5% for thickness measurements.
Indicated for in vivo imaging and measurement of retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, optic disc, anterior chamber, and cornea in adults having or suspected of having ocular disease.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ophthalmoscope is an AC-powered or battery-powered device containing illumination and viewing optics intended to examine the media (cornea, aqueous, lens, and vitreous) and the retina of the eye.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an AC-powered opthalmoscope, a battery-powered opthalmoscope, or a hand-held ophthalmoscope replacement battery, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 886.9.
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# 9. 510(K) SUMMARY
Date Prepared
October 31, 2013
# SPONSOR/TRADITIONAL 510(K) OWNER/ MANUFACTURER
Nidek Co., Ltd. 34-14 Maehama, Hiroishi-cho, Gamagori, Aichi, 443-0038 Japan Telephone: Facsimile: Email: Establishment Registration Number:
+81-533-67-8901 +81-533-67-6628 yoneji_mizuno@nidek.co.jp 8030392
#### OFFICIAL CONTACT PERSON
Lena Sattler Orasi Consulting, LLC. 2856 Whispering Shores Dr. Vermilion, OH 44089 Telephone: (440) 554-3706 Facsimile: (866) 904-4315 E-mail: lena@orasiconsulting.com
#### COMMON/USUAL NAME
Optical Coherence Tomography
# PROPRIETARY OR TRADE NAMES
RS-3000 Advance
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#### CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION
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# PRODUCT CODE: CLASSIFICATION / CFR TITLE
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Class II § 21 CFR 886.1570
#### LEGALLY MARKETED PREDICATE DEVICE
| Trade/Device Name: | RS-3000 |
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| Applicant: | Nidek |
| 510(k) Premarket Notification number: | K121622 |
| Classification: | Class II |
| FDA Product Code: | OBO |
| Establishment Registration number: | 8030392 |
# GENERAL DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The NIDEK Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance is an ophthalmic camera that allows non-invasive and non-contact observation of the fundus and its ocular structures. The device captures an image of the fundus using both a Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscope and Optical Coherence Tomography.
The Nidek RS-3000 Advance is a non-contact ophthalmic imaging system for the viewing and axial cross sectional imaging of ocular structures. It is used for in vivo imaging and measurement of the retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, and optic disc as an aid in the diagnosis and management of the retinal disease. In addition, the anterior segment adapter (special lens unit) attached over the objective lens of the main body enables non-invasive and non-contact observation of the shape of the anterior segment of the eye such as the cornea or anterior chamber angle.
Fundus images (hereafter referred to as SLO image) are captured with the confocal laser scanning using a near-infrared light source with a wavelength of 785 nm. Cross-sectional images of the fundus (hereafter referred to as OCT image) are captured with the optical interferometer using an infrared light source with a Nidek Co., Ltd 510(k) Summary: RS-3000 Advance
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wavelength of 880 nm. With the images captured using the RS-3000 Advance, the shape, structure, and evidence of pathology of the fundus and retina can be observed.
The RS-3000 Advance is comprised of a main body for capturing images, a computer (hereafter called PC) for storing and analyzing captured images, and an isolation transformer. The RS-3000 Advance offers the following features:
- . High-speed OCT imaging for image capture that is resistant to the effect of subtle eye movements during eye fixation
- . High-quality OCT imaging by creating an averaged image from multiple images captured using high-speed OCT imaging
- . Simultaneous capture of SLO and OCT images for accurate and easy alignment to the fundus
- . Fundus auto focusing, OCT image position detection function, and auto polarization function
- . Automatic alignment to and capture of previously captured parts of the fundus
- . Easy operation and image capture using the control panel of the main body or the PC mouse
- . The tracing HD feature provides the averaged OCT image which uses the greater number of the images than the normal HD scan. This function is available in Macula Line scan only.
- . OCT sensitivity setting (Regular/Fine/Ultra-fine) enables users to use different exposure time of the line CCD camera for OCT imaging.
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# INDICATIONS FOR USE - RS-3000 ADVANCE
The Nidek Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance, including scanning laser ophthalmoscope function with Image Filing Software NAVIS-EX is a noncontact system for imaging the fundus and for axial cross sectional imaging of ocular structures. It is indicated for in vivo imaging and measurement of:
- . the retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, and optic disc, and
- the anterior chamber and cornea (when used with the optional auxiliary . anterior chamber adapter),
as an aid in the diagnosis and management of adults having or suspected of having ocular disease.
# INDICATIONS FOR USE - RS-3000 - PREDICATE DEVICE
The Nidek Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance, including scanning laser ophthalmoscope function with Image Filing Software NAVIS-EX is a noncontact system for imaging the fundus and for axial cross sectional imaging of ocular structures. It is indicated for in vivo imaging and measurement of:
- the retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, and optic disc, and .
- . the anterior chamber and cornea (when used with the optional auxiliary anterior chamber adapter),
as an aid in the diagnosis and management of adults having or suspected of having ocular disease.
#### SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE
The Nidek Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance, with Image Filing Software NAVIS-EX, is similar in technological characteristics, performance and has the same intended use as the predicate device. Any differences in technological characteristics between the Nidek Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance with Image Filing Software NAVIS-EX and the predicate device do not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness. Thus, the RS-3000 Advance with Image Filing Software NAVIS-EX are substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
Nidek Co., Ltd
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# COMPARISON TABLE OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
| DIFFERENCES AND SIMILARITIES CHART RS-3000 VS RS-3000 ADVANCE | | |
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| Specifications | Model NIDEK RS-3000 | NIDEK RS-3000 Advance |
| Measurement principle | Confocal scanning laser<br>opthalmoscopy<br>Spectral Domain OCT | Same |
| Scan rate | In alignment:<br>10fps for both SLO and OCT<br>In OCT image capture:<br>53,000 A-Scan/s | In alignment:<br>30fps for OCT and 12fps for SLO<br>In OCT image capture:<br>53,000 A-Scan/s |
| Light source wavelength | SLO: 785 nm<br>OCT: 880 nm<br>Internal fixation target: 637 nm<br>External fixation lamp:<br>630/565 nm | Same<br>Same |
| Optical resolution | | |
| Fundus image capture | SLO:<br>25 µm (in the X and Y directions)<br>OCT:<br>20 µm (in the X and Y directions), 7 µm (in the Z direction, Eye interior) | Same<br>Same |
| Anterior segment image capture | SLO:<br>50 µm (in the X and Y directions)<br>OCT:<br>20 µm (in the X and Y directions), 7 µm (in the Z direction, Eye interior) | Same<br>Same |
| Display resolution | | |
| Fundus image capture | SLO:<br>7.5 µm or less (in the X and Y directions)<br>OCT:<br>3 µm or less (in the X and Y directions), 4 µm (in the Z direction, eye interior) | Same<br>Same |
| Anterior segment image capture | SLO:<br>20 µm or less (in the X and Y directions) | Same |
| DIFFERENCES AND SIMILARITIES CHART RS-3000 VS RS-3000 ADVANCE | | |
| Model | NIDEK RS-3000 | NIDEK RS-3000 Advance |
| Specifications | OCT:<br>2 μm or less (in the X and Y<br>directions), 4 μm (in the Z<br>direction, eye interior) | Same |
| Working distance | | |
| Fundus image<br>capture | 35.5 mm (from objective lens<br>to eye position) | Same |
| Anterior<br>segment<br>image capture | 14 mm (from the anterior<br>segment adapter to the cornea) | Same |
| Minimum pupil<br>diameter<br>required | φ2.5 mm (φ3 mm or more is<br>recommended.) | Same |
| LCD display | 8.4-inch TFT color LCD | Same |
| Image visibility<br>compensation<br>range | -15 D to +10 D | Same |
| Angle of view in capturing | | |
| Fundus image<br>capture | SLO image: 40 × 30 degree<br>(Zoom: 20 × 15 degree)<br>OCT image: Scan width: 3 mm<br>to 9 mm, Scan depth: 2.1 mm | Same |
| Anterior<br>segment<br>image capture | SLO image: 14 mm×12 mm<br>OCT image: Scan width: 2 mm<br>to 8 mm, Scan depth: 2.1 mm | Same |
| Vertical<br>movement of<br>main body | 32 mm or more | Same |
| Horizontal<br>movement of<br>main body | Back and forth: 40 mm or more<br>Right and left: 85 mm or more | Same |
| Vertical<br>movement of<br>chinrest | 62 mm or more | Same |
| Interface<br>function | Main body: USB (specialized<br>for program update)<br>PC: USB, Ethernet, eSATA | Same |
| Integration time<br>for OCT | REGULAR | REGULAR / FINE / ULTRA FINE |
| DIFFERENCES AND SIMILARITIES CHART RS-3000 VS RS-3000 ADVANCE | | |
| Model<br>Specifications | NIDEK RS-3000 | NIDEK RS-3000 Advance |
| Choroidal mode | Not available | Available |
| Tracing HD | Not available | Available (only for Macula line<br>mode) |
| Power specifications | | |
| Power supply | AC 100 V (±10%) / AC 120 V<br>(±10%) / AC 230 V (±10%),<br>50/60 Hz | Same |
| Maximum<br>allowable<br>output | Isolation transformer, 1000 VA | Same |
| Power<br>consumption | Main body: 300 VA, PC: 513 VA<br>or less, PC monitor: 60 VA | Same |
| Dimensions | Main body:<br>380 mm (W) × 524 mm (D) ×<br>499 to 531 mm (H)<br>Isolation transformer:<br>142 mm (W) × 564 mm (D) ×<br>239 mm (H)<br>Motorized Optical Table:<br>592 mm (W) × 472 mm (D) ×<br>596 to 794 mm (H) | Main body:<br>380 mm (W) × 524 mm (D) ×<br>499 to 531 mm (H)<br>Isolation transformer:<br>142 mm (W) × 564 mm (D) ×<br>239 mm (H)<br>Motorized Optical Table:<br>639 mm (W) × 472 mm (D) ×<br>600 to 850 mm (H) |
| Mass | Main body: 34 kg<br>Isolation transformer: 15 kg<br>PC (Except for monitor): 18 kg<br>Motorized Optical Table: 27 kg | Main body: 34 kg<br>Isolation transformer: 18 kg<br>PC (Except for monitor): 18 kg<br>Motorized Optical Table: 28kg |
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# CLINICAL PERFORMANCE SUMMARY
Results show that the measurements of full retinal thickness, inner retinal thickness, outer retinal thickness, and RNFL thickness with the different OCT sensitivity settings in RS-3000 Advance are similar to the thickness measurements of RS-3000.
All mean differences are within the repeatability limits of RS-3000 (K121622). This indicates that the 3 sensitivities of RS-3000Advance are equivalent to RS-3000.
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#### NON-CLINICAL PERFORMANCE SUMMARY
The Nidek Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance, with Image Filing Software NAVIS-EX, was evaluated according to the requirements of FDA recognized consensus standards (IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-4, IEC 62304, IEC 62366, ISO 15004-1, and ISO15004-2) and was found to meet the requirements of the applicable parts.
Analysis of measurement errors in each result maintains sufficient accuracy with the device requirement specification of ± 5% accuracy of thickness measurements. As a result of this testing, the RS-3000 Advance was found to maintain sufficient accuracy and to meet requirement specifications.
#### CONCLUSION
In summary, Nidek Co., Ltd., is of the opinion that the Nidek Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance, with Image Filing Software NAVIS-EX, does not introduce any new potential safety risks, is as effective, and performs as well as devices currently on the market, and concludes that the Nidek Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance, with Image Filing Software NAVIS-EX, is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
This summary of the 510(k) premarket notification for the NIDEK Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR§807.92.
Nidek Co., Ltd
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Nidek Co., Ltd % Ms. Lena Sattler Orasi Consulting. LLC 2856 Whispering Shores Dr. Vermilion, OH 44089
Re: K132323
Trade/Device Name: Nidek RS-3000 Advance Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.1570 Regulation Name: Ophthalmoscope Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OBO Dated: January 14, 2014 Received: January 13, 2014
Dear Ms. Sattler:
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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you. however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into cither 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.
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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): medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); 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.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its tollfree number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803). please go to
http://www.fda.gov/McdicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers. International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.goy/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours.
# Kesia Y. Alexander -S
for Malvina B. Eydelman, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic and Ear. Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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#### INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT: RS-3000 ADVANCE
510(k) Number (if known): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Device Name: RS-3000 Advance
Indications for Use:
The Nidek Optical Coherence Tomography RS-3000 Advance, including scanning laser ophthalmoscope function with Image Filing Software NAVIS-EX is a noncontact system for imaging the fundus and for axial cross sectional imaging of ocular structures. It is indicated for in vivo imaging and measurement of:
- the retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, and optic disc, and .
- the anterior chamber and cornea (when used with the optional auxiliary . anterior chamber adapter),
as an aid in the diagnosis and management of adults having or suspected of having ocular disease.
Prescription Use _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use _ (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE – CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Charles Chiang -S 2014.02.18 09:58:38 -05'00'
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Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.