The Mitsar-EEG is intended to acquire, display and store the electrical activity of a patient's brain obtained by placing two or more electrodes on the head to aid in diagnosis.
Device Story
Mitsar-EEG is a diagnostic electroencephalograph system; acquires, displays, and stores brain electrical activity via scalp electrodes. System comprises biosignal amplifier, USB cable, USB security dongle, and EEG Studio software; operates on stationary PC or laptop. Used in hospitals, clinics, and research institutes by qualified medical personnel. Device does not contact patients directly; electrodes/caps are user-supplied. System provides raw EEG data for clinician review; does not provide automated diagnostic conclusions or treatment recommendations. Results must be interpreted alongside other clinical findings. Benefits include high-fidelity signal acquisition with low noise and high input impedance, aiding clinical diagnosis of neurological conditions.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data or animal studies were required. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing, including electrical safety (IEC 60601-1, ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1), electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2), and mechanical/acoustic testing (push, impact, drop tests). Software verification and validation were performed per FDA guidance.
Technological Characteristics
Class II electroencephalograph; frequency band 0.16-70 Hz; high input impedance; low noise floor; high offset tolerance. System includes biosignal amplifier, USB connectivity, and security dongle. Non-sterile. Software-based signal processing. Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, and IEC 60601-2-26.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring acquisition, display, and storage of brain electrical activity to aid in diagnosis. No specific age or gender restrictions; intended for use by qualified medical personnel.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electroencephalograph is a device used to measure and record the electrical activity of the patient's brain obtained by placing two or more electrodes on the head.
Predicate Devices
NicoletOne System V32 Amplifier with Oximetery (K061908)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
August 13, 2015
Mitsar Co., LTD c/o Leslie Sherlin Nova Tech EEG 8503 E. Keats Avenue Mesa, AZ 85209
Re: K143233
Trade/Device Name: Mitsar-EEG Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.1400 Regulation Name: Electroencephalograph Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GWO Dated: May 7, 2015 Received: July 16, 2015
Dear Dr. Sherlin:
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.
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Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K143233
Device Name Mitsar-EEG
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Mitsar-EEG is intended to acquire, display and store the electrical activity of a patient's brain obtained by placing two or more electrodes on the head to aid in diagnosis.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 5. 510(K) SUMMARY
## 5.1 Submitter
| Date: | August 01, 2014 |
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| Name: | Mitsar Co. Ltd. |
| Address: | Novorossiyskaya str. 21-2<br>194021 St. Petersburg<br>Russian Federation |
| Post address: | Politekhnicheskaya str., 6D<br>194021 St. Petersburg<br>Russian Federation |
| Contact person in the Russian Federation: | Ales Semchenkov |
|-------------------------------------------|-------------------|
| Telephone: | +7-812-297-90-13 |
| FAX: | +7-821-297-17-33 |
| E-Mail: | aas@mitsar-eeg.ru |
| Contact person in the U.S.: | Leslie Sherlin |
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| Address: | NOVA TECH EEG, INC.<br>8503 E. Keats Avenue, Mesa, AZ 85209 |
| Telephone: | (480) 219-3048 |
| FAX: | (419) 858-0407 |
| E-Mail: | lsherlinphd@novatecheeg.com |
## 5.2 Device
| Trade Name: | Mitsar-EEG |
|-------------------------|---------------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Full-Montage Standard Electroencephalograph |
| Regulation Description: | Electroencephalograph |
| Product Code: | GWQ |
| Regulation Number: | 882.1400 |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Classification Panel: | Neurology |
# 5.3 Predicate Devices
| 510(K)<br>Number | Classification<br>Product Code | Trade or Proprietary<br>or Model Name | Manufacturer |
|------------------|--------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------|
| K061908 | GWQ | NicoletOne System<br>V32 Amplifier with<br>Oximetery | VIASYS NeuroCare, Inc.<br>(NATUS, Inc.)<br>5225 Verona Road |
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| | | | Madison, WI 53711 |
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| K946094 | GWQ | Cadwell Easy II EEG | Cadwell Laboratories Inc.<br>909 North Kellogg Street<br>Konnewick, WA 99336 |
### 5.4 Device Description
The device Mitsar-EEG is intended to acquire, display and store the electrical activity of a patient's brain obtained by placing two or more electrodes on the head to aid in diagnosis.
The medical device "Mitsar EEG" consists of biosignal amplifier, USB cable, USB dongle and software.
The USB cable is part of the device. It is a standard USB-cable, substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicates.
The USB dongle is also part of the device. It is a standard security token to authenticate software.
The software is supplied by means of information media and intended for device functioning.
The medical system includes "Mitsar EEG" device and computer (stationary PC with uninterruptible power supply (UPS) or laptop with internal battery). The system may include a medical cart and isolation transformer.
The device does not come in direct contact with patients. Accessories that contact patients, such as electrodes and cap-type electrodes, are the same as used with the legally marketed devices or are comprised of the same components materials as legally marketed accessories. Electrodes and cap-type electrodes are not supplied together with the Mitsar-EEG.
The device is intended for use in functional diagnostics wards and departments at out-patient clinics, hospitals, health research institutes, health centers and other medical institutions. Also, investigations can be performed outside of healthcare facilities, as long as they are led by qualified medical personnel.
The device does not draw any diagnostic conclusion. Recorded data is intended for use as an aid to diagnosis only. No medication or treatment is applied based on this data only. The results have to be considered only in conjunction with other clinical findings.
The device is not sterile. The device is intended for use by qualified medical personnel only and qualifies for exemption per 21 CFR 801 Subpart D «Prescription devices».
Required Components
- . EEG amplifier
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- USB-cable
- USB dongle
- EEG Studio software ●
- User manuals ●
### 5.5 Indications for use
The Mitsar-EEG is intended to acquire, display and store the electrical activity of a patient's brain obtained by placing two or more electrodes on the head to aid in diagnosis.
Intended use of the Mitsar-EEG is substantially equivalent to the intended use of legally marketed predicate devices.
#### 5.6 Comparison of technological characteristics with the predicate devices
Comparison of Mitsar-EEG and Cadwell Easy II K946094, and NicoletOne System V32 Amplifier with Oximetery K061908. The primary predicate device is NicoletOne System V32 Amplifier with Oximetery.
#### Channels
The device Mitsar-EEG contains fewer EEG-channels than the predicate devices do. However, according to Minimum Technical Requirements for Performing Clinical Electroencephalography by American Clinical Neurophysiology Society found in the ACNS Guideline 1: "All 21 electrodes and placements recommended by the International Federation of Clinical Neurophysiology (IFCN; Jasper HH, 1958, 1983) should be used". It is sufficient for the 10-20 System of electrodes placement officially recommended by IFCN: "The 10-20 System is the only one officially recommended by the IFCN. It is the most commonly used existing system, and it should be used universally."
#### Frequency band
Frequency band of Mitsar-EEG (0.16 - 70 Hz) is the same as frequency band of Cadwell Easy II (0,16 - 70 Hz), but more narrow than NicoletOne System V32 (0,053 - 500 Hz). The frequency band 0.16 - 70 Hz is sufficient for registration of EEG.
#### Input impedance
The input impedance of the device is greater than predicate devices, therefor Mitsar device introduces less distortion in the measured signal.
The difference in this characteristic does not affect the safety of the device.
#### Noise
The noise level of Mitsar-EEG lower than predicates have therefore the recording on this device will be better.
The difference in this characteristic does not affect the safety of the device.
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### Offset tolerance
The offset tolerance of the device is greater than predicates, which allows using the device at a high electrode polarization.
The difference in this characteristic does not affect the safety of the device.
The safety class of the Mitsar-EEG is Class II and is equal to safety class of primary predicate device NicoletOne System V32 Amplifier.
Value of sterility, presence of calibration signal, the LED impedance indicators and touch proof connectors are the same for all devices.
The Mitsar-EEG is substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices and is safe and effective for its intended use, and performs as well as, or better than the predicate devices.
#### 5.7 Performance data
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence.
#### Biocompatibility
The device doesn't come into direct or indirect contact with patients and it supplied without electrodes.
#### Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
The tests have been performed by the accredited laboratories and show full compliance with standards below.
The device under consideration has passed the tests according to IEC 60601-1.
Analysis of deviations from IEC 60601-1:2005 in ANSVAAMI ES60601-1:2005 do not affect safety or effectiveness of the system «Mitsar-EEG». Therefore, the conformation with ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1:2005 can be declared.
The device under consideration has passed the tests according to IEC 60601-1-2 and IEC-60601-2-26.
#### Software Verification and Validation Testing
Software verification and validation testing were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, «Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices» and «General Principles of Software Validation».
#### Mechanical and acoustic testing
Push test, Impact test, Drop test according to IEC 60601-1.
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## Animal Study
This submittal does not include data on animal testing. Therefore, this section is not applicable.
#### Clinical Studies
Clinical studies were not required to demonstrate that this device is at least as safe and effective as the identified predicate device.
#### 5.8 Conclusions
Based on the above, Mitsar Co. Ltd. concludes, that Mitsar-EEG is substantially equivalent to legally marketed predicate devices and is safe and effective for its intended use, and performs as well as, or better than, the predicate devices.
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