K150785 · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · JAK · May 18, 2015 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K150785
Device Name
syngo.CT Dental
Applicant
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
Product Code
JAK · Radiology
Decision Date
May 18, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1750
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Software as a Medical Device
Indications for Use
Syngo.CT Dental is post processing image analysis software for CT volume data sets that has been acquired continuously with computed tomography (CT) systems. The software provides the following digital image processing and visualization tools: Basic reading tools: Multiplanar Reconstruction (MPR), Maximum Intensity Projection (MIP), Volume Rendering Technique (VRT), Minimal Intensity Projection (MinIP) Basic geometric measurement tools: distance line, polyline, marker, arrow, angle Basic HU measurement tools: Pixel lens, ROI Circle, ROI freehand, VOI sphere, VOI freehand Dedicated dental visualization tools: Dental panoramic views (curved MPRs) and dental paraxial views (cross-section MPRs) that are calculated based on a manually defined centerline. A tool to manually outline the mandibular canal. A tool that allows paraxial and panoramic result images to be saved as dental range series. True Size (1:1) printing of panoramic and paraxial images to allow anatomy to be printed in its actual size on the film sheet. The specific visualization of panoramic and paraxial views of the dental structures facilitates viewing, manual identification, and marking of dental pathologies and anatomy (for example, the position of the mandibular canal that needs to be preserved during dental interventions, such as dental (implant) surgery). Reporting and documentation of results is facilitated by the creation of ranges and snapshots, True Size (1:1) printing on DICOM printers, and by the use of a reporting tool.
Device Story
Post-processing software for CT volume data; operates on syngo.via client/server platform. Inputs: CT volume data sets. Processing: Multiplanar Reconstruction (MPR), Maximum Intensity Projection (MIP), Volume Rendering Technique (VRT), Minimal Intensity Projection (MinIP); manual centerline definition for dental panoramic/paraxial views; manual outlining of mandibular canal; geometric/HU measurements. Outputs: Visualized dental anatomy, panoramic/paraxial images, snapshots, reports, True Size (1:1) prints. Used in clinical settings by physicians for pre-surgical planning (e.g., dental implants). Benefits: Facilitates identification of dental structures and pathologies; aids preservation of mandibular canal during surgery.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data. Verification and validation testing confirmed software specifications met acceptance criteria, including performance of new visualization tools (VRT, MinIP) and measurement tools compared to predicate.
Indicated for post-processing CT volume data sets for pre-surgical planning of dental operations, including dental implant surgery. Facilitates viewing, manual identification, and marking of dental anatomy and pathologies, such as the mandibular canal.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A computed tomography x-ray system is a diagnostic x-ray system intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data from the same axial plane taken at different angles. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
May 18, 2015
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. % Ms. Eve Davis Regulatory Affairs Specialist 51 Valley Stream Parkway MALVERN PA 19355
Re: K150785
Trade/Device Name: syngo.CT Dental Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1750 Regulation Name: Computed tomography x-ray system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: JAK Dated: March 20, 2015 Received: March 25, 2015
Dear Ms. Davis:
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K150785
Device Name Syngo.CT Dental
## Indications for Use (Describe)
Syngo.CT Dental is post processing image analysis software for CT volume data sets that has been acquired continuously with computed tomography (CT) systems. The software provides the following digital image processing and visualization tools:
Basic reading tools: Multiplanar Reconstruction (MPR), Maximum Intensity Projection (MIP), Volume Rendering Technique (VRT), Minimal Intensity Projection (MinIP)
Basic geometric measurement tools: distance line, polyline, marker, arrow, angle
Basic HU measurement tools: Pixel lens, ROI Circle, ROI freehand, VOI sphere, VOI freehand Dedicated dental visualization tools: Dental panoramic views (curved MPRs) and dental paraxial views (cross-section MPRs) that are calculated based on a manually defined centerline.
A tool to manually outline the mandibular canal.
A tool that allows paraxial and panoramic result images to be saved as dental range series.
True Size (1:1) printing of panoramic and paraxial images to allow anatomy to be printed in its actual size on the film sheet.
The specific visualization of panoramic and paraxial views of the dental structures facilitates viewing, manual identification, and marking of dental pathologies and anatomy (for example, the position of the mandibular canal that needs to be preserved during dental interventions, such as dental (implant) surgery). Reporting and documentation of results is facilitated by the creation of ranges and snapshots, True Size (1:1) printing on DICOM printers, and by the use of a reporting tool.
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# 510(k) Summary: syngo.CT Dental
Company: Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. 51 Valley Stream Parkway Malvern, PA 19355
# Date Prepared: May 11, 2015
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR §807.92.
- 1. General Information Importer/Distributor: Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. 51 Vallev Stream Parkwav Malvern, PA 19355 Establishment Registration Number: 2240869
# Manufacturing Site:
Siemens AG Medical Solutions Siemens Str. 1 D-91301 Forchheim, Germany Owner/Operator No .: 8010024 Establishment Registration No: 3004977335
## Contact Person: 2.
Eve Davis Requlatory Affairs Specialist Siemens Medical Solutions, Inc. USA 51 Valley Stream Parkway, Mail Code D02 Malvern, PA 19355 Phone: (610) 219-7133 Fax: (610) 448-1787 Email: eve.davis@siemens.com
## 3. Device Name and Classification
| Product Name: | syngo.CT Dental |
|-----------------------|----------------------------------|
| Propriety Trade Name: | syngo.CT Dental |
| Classification Name: | Computed Tomography X-ray System |
| Classification Panel: | Radiology |
| CFR Section: | 21 CFR §892.1750 |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | JAK |
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| 4. | Legally Marketed Predicate Device | |
|----|-----------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Trade Name: | Dental CT Option |
| | 510(k) #: | K913996 |
| | Clearance Date: | November 22, 1991 |
| | Classification Name: | Computed Tomography X-ray System |
| | Classification Panel: | Radiology |
| | Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR § 892.1750 |
| | Device Class: | II |
| | Product Code: | JAK |
| | Recall Information: | This predicate device has not been the<br>subject of any design related recalls. |
| | Reference Device | |
| | Trade Name: | syngo.via |
| | 510(k) #: | K123375 |
| | Clearance Date: | November 20, 2012 |
| | Classification Name: | System, Image Processing, Radiological |
| | Classification Panel: | Radiology |
| | Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR § 892.2050 |
| | Device Class: | II |
| | Product Code: | LLZ |
## 5. Device Description:
syngo.CT Dental is post-processing image analysis software for computed tomography volume data sets that combines basic and advanced visualization that can be used in pre-surgical planning for dental operations, such as the planning of dental implant surgery. syngo.CT Dental contains image processing tools that allow for easy viewing and manual identification and marking of dental anatomy and pathologies by a physician.
The following modifications have been made to the previously cleared predicate device K913996, clearance date November 22, 1991 and are the subject of this 510(k) submission:
- 1. A new software version SOMARIS/8 VB10 which supports the following:
- o migration of Dental Option for SOMATOM CT System to the syngo.via client server platform (syngo.via platform cleared in K123375)
- Name change to syngo.CT Dental
- 트 Basic Reading Tools - addition of VRT and MinIP
- Basic Geometric Measurement Tools - addition of polyline, arrow, and angle
- 트 Basic HU Measurement Tools - addition of Pixel lens and VOI
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- . storage of Panoramic and Paraxial Range images to the syngo.via database
o updated graphical user interface
- o Archiving/storage on CD-R and DVD
- 2. An extended, more descriptive Indication for Use statement to include details of device functionality
## 6. Indications for Use:
svngo.CT Dental is post processing image analysis software for CT volume data sets that has been acquired continuously with computed tomography (CT) systems. The software provides the following digital image processing and visualization tools:
- · Basic reading tools: Multiplanar Reconstruction (MPR), Maximum Intensity Projection (MIP), Volume Rendering Technique (VRT), Minimal Intensity Projection (MinIP)
- · Basic geometric measurement tools: distance line, polyline, marker, arrow, angle
- · Basic HU measurement tools: Pixel lens, ROI Circle, ROI polygonal, ROI freehand, VOI sphere, VOI freehand
- · Dedicated dental visualization tools: Dental panoramic views (curved MPRs) and dental paraxial views (cross-section MPRs) that are calculated based on a manually defined centerline.
- · A tool to manually outline the mandibular canal.
- A tool that allows paraxial and panoramic result images to be saved as dental range series.
- · True Size (1:1) printing of panoramic and paraxial images to allow anatomy to be printed in its actual size on the film sheet.
The specific visualization of panoramic and paraxial views of the dental structures facilitates viewing, manual identification, and marking of dental pathologies and anatomy (for example, the position of the mandibular canal that needs to be preserved during dental interventions, such as dental (implant) surgery). Reporting and documentation of results is facilitated by the creation of ranges and snapshots, True Size (1:1) printing on DICOM printers, and by the use of a reporting tool.
- 7. Summary of Technical Characteristics of the Subject Device as Compared with the Predicate Device:
syngo.CT Dental software package has the same intended use and operating principle as the predicate device, Dental CT Option (K913996, clearance date 11/22/1991). syngo.CT Dental device is a post-processing application that will operate on the multi-user syngo.via client/server platform.
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syngo.CT Dental does not have significant changes in technological characteristics when compared to the predicate device. The indications for use and fundamental scientific technology are similar. The subject device and predicate device are the same in regards to:
- Anatomic Region ●
- Dedicated Dental Visualization Tools o
- Outlining of the Mandibular Canal ●
- Reporting (True Size printing) ●
- DICOM compatible Communication o
The subject device and the reference device (K123375) are the same in regards to:
- Basic Reading Tools (VRT, MinIP) .
- Basic Geometric Measurement Tools (polyline, arrow, angle) ●
- Basic HU Measurement Tools (Pixel Lens, ROI, Circle, ROI o polygonal, ROI freehand, VOI sphere, VOI freehand)
The following table shows the differences in technological characteristics between the subject device and the predicate device.
| Differences in Technological Characteristics of the Subject Device Compared to<br>the Predicate Device | | | |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Feature | Subject Device<br>syngo.CT Dental | Predicate<br>Device<br>Dental CT<br>Option<br>(K913996) | Comparison |
| Basic<br>Reading<br>Tools | MPR, MIP, VRT,<br>MinIP | MPR, MIP | Volume Rendering Technique (VRT)<br>and Minimal Intensity Projection<br>(MinIP) reading is available on the<br>subject device with the migration to the<br>syngo.via platform (K123375).<br>Verification and Validation testing<br>supports this modification. |
| Basic<br>Geometric<br>Measurement<br>Tools | Manual<br>measurement of<br>distance line,<br>polyline, review<br>marker, arrow and<br>angle | Manual<br>measurement<br>of distance<br>line and<br>review marker | Manual measurement of polyline,<br>arrow, and angle are available on the<br>subject device with the migration to the<br>syngo.via platform (K123375).<br>Verification and Validation testing<br>supports this modification. |
| Basic HU<br>Measurement<br>Tools | Manual<br>measurement of<br>pixel lens, ROI<br>circle, ROI<br>polygonal, ROI<br>freehand, VOI<br>sphere, and VOI | ROI | Manual measurement of Pixel Lens,<br>Region of Interest (ROI) Circle, ROI<br>polygonal, ROI freehand, Volume of<br>Interest (VOI) sphere, and VOI<br>freehand are available on the subject<br>device with the migration to the<br>syngo.via platform (K123375). |
| Differences in Technological Characteristics of the Subject Device Compared to<br>the Predicate Device | | | |
| Feature | Subject Device<br>syngo.CT Dental | Predicate<br>Device<br>Dental CT<br>Option<br>(K913996) | Comparison |
| | freehand | | Verification and Validation testing<br>supports this modification. |
| Panoramic<br>and Paraxial<br>Range<br>Saving | Generated images<br>are stored to the<br>syngo.via<br>database | Generated<br>images are<br>stored on<br>magnetic<br>disks | The image results will now be<br>saved to the syngo.via database,<br>however the purpose of those<br>images remains the same. From<br>the syngo.via database, the images<br>can be further distributed to either<br>the PACS or to disk. Verification<br>and Validation testing supports this<br>modification. |
| Workstation,<br>Operating<br>Software<br>Platform | syngo.via:<br>Windows XP,<br>Windows Vista or<br>Windows 7 systems.<br>The syngo.via<br>framework is a<br>multiuser HW/SW<br>architecture with<br>client/server<br>support. | syngo classic:<br>SOMATOM<br>CT standard<br>HW/SW | Siemens syngo.via platform is a<br>client/server multi-user framework and<br>is a further development of syngo<br>classic. It runs on updated Windows<br>systems, and can support multiple<br>users. |
| User<br>Interface | syngo.via based<br>GUI | SOMATOM<br>CT<br>Workstation | The user interface has been adapted<br>from syngo Classic to the current<br>syngo.via framework. Verification and<br>Validation testing supports this<br>modification. |
| Archiving /<br>Storing | MOD, CD-R, film;<br>DVD | MOD, film | The subject device has the additional<br>ability to store images on CD-R or<br>DVD as compared to the predicate.<br>Verification and Validation testing<br>supports this modification. |
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# SIEMENS
## 8. Nonclinical Testing:
Nonclinical tests were conducted for syngo.CT Dental during product development. The modifications described in this premarket notification were supported with verification and validation testing. Siemens claims conformance to the following five safety and performance standards for syngo.CT Dental:
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| Title of Standard | Reference<br>Number and Date | Publication<br>Date | Standards<br>Development<br>Organization |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|---------------------|------------------------------------------|
| Digital Imaging and Communications in<br>Medicine (DICOM) Set | PS 3.1 – 3.18 | 03/16/2012 | NEMA |
| Medical device software - Software life<br>cycle processes | 62304 First edition<br>2006-05 | 08/20/2012 | IEC |
| Medical devices - Application of risk<br>management to medical devices | 14971 Second<br>Edition 2007-03-01 | 08/20/2012 | ISO |
| Medical electrical equipment -- Part 1-<br>6: General requirements for basic<br>safety and essential performance --<br>Collateral Standard: Usability | 60601-1-6 Edition<br>3.0 2010-01 | 01/30/2014 | IEC |
| Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-4:<br>General requirements for safety --<br>Collateral standard: Programmable<br>electrical medical systems, edition 1.1 | 60601-1-4:2000,<br>Consol. Ed. 1.1 | 09/08/2009 | IEC |
# Verification and Validation
This submission contains performance data to demonstrate continued conformance with special controls for medical devices containing software. Integration and functional tests were conducted for syngo.CT Dental during product development.
Software Documentation for a Moderate Level of Concern software per FDA's Guidance Document "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices" issued on May 11, 2005 is also included as part of this submission. The test results show that all of the software specifications have met the acceptance criteria.
The risk analysis was completed and risk control implemented to mitigate identified hazards. The testing results support that all of the software specifications have met the acceptance criteria. Testing for verification and validation of the device was found acceptable to support the claims of substantial equivalence.
Siemens conforms to the Cybersecurity requirements by implementing a process of preventing unauthorized access, modifications, misuse or denial of use, or the unauthorized use of information that is stored, accessed, or transferred from a medical device to an external recipient. It is the hospital's responsibility to comply with IEC 8001-1-2010.
# Summary
Performance tests were conducted to test the functionality of the subject device, syngo.CT Dental. Results of all conducted testing were found acceptable in supporting the claim of substantial equivalence.
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## General Safety and Effectiveness Concerns: 9.
SIEMENS
The device labeling contains instructions for use and any necessary cautions and warnings to provide for safe and effective use of the device.
Risk management is ensured via a hazard analysis, which is used to identify potential hazards. These potential hazards are controlled during development, verification and validation testing. To minimize electrical, mechanical, and radiation hazards, Siemens adheres to recognized and established industry practice and standards.
## Conclusion as to Substantial Equivalence 10.
The modifications made to the predicate device add basic reading and viewing functionality. There is no new clinical functionality.
The predicate device was cleared based on non-clinical supportive information. The subject device non-clinical data supports the safety of the software with verification and validation testing. Verification and validation testing demonstrates that syngo.CT Dental performs as intended. The non-clinical test data demonstrates that syngo.CT Dental device performance is comparable to the predicate device that is currently marketed for the same intended use.
In summary, Siemens is of the opinion that the syngo.CT Dental does not introduce any new potential safety risk and is substantially equivalent to and performs as well as the predicate devices.
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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.
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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.