Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250)
K151296 · Bios S.R.L. · PBX · Nov 19, 2015 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K151296
Device Name
Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250)
Applicant
Bios S.R.L.
Product Code
PBX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Nov 19, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) device is intended to provide heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for selected medical conditions such as temporary relief of pain, muscle spasms, and increase in local circulation. The Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) massage device is intended to provide a temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
Device Story
Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) is a medical electrical device providing localized subcutaneous tissue heating via radiofrequency (RF) energy. Device operates at 470 kHz (± 10%) frequency; utilizes electrodes to deliver controlled heat to subcutaneous tissue. System includes temperature regulation and control mechanisms to maintain tissue temperature between 40°C and 45°C, with a safety limit of 47°C. Used in clinical settings by healthcare professionals. Output is controlled thermal energy; healthcare providers use this to treat pain, muscle spasms, and improve local circulation, or to reduce cellulite appearance. Benefits include non-invasive symptom relief and aesthetic improvement through controlled thermal application.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance testing demonstrated the device can heat skin to 40-45°C and maintain this temperature for 10 minutes, comparable to a heating lamp. Compliance with EN 60601-1, EN 60601-1-2, and EN 60601-2-2 confirmed.
Technological Characteristics
Radiofrequency electrosurgical device; 470 kHz (± 10%) emission frequency; max power 250W; touchscreen interface; integrated temperature control/monitoring; electrodes for localized heating. Complies with EN 60601-1 (general safety), EN 60601-1-2 (EMC), and EN 60601-2-2 (high-frequency surgical equipment).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring localized tissue heating for temporary pain relief, muscle spasm relief, increased local circulation, and temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Bios S.R.L. Riccardo Pisati Regulatory Affairs Via Guido Rossa, 10/12 Vimodrone I-20090 Milan, Italy
November 19, 2015
Re: K151296
Trade/Device Name: Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PBX Dated: May 13, 2015 Received: May 15, 2015
Dear Mr. Pisati,
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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Sincerely yours.
Joshua C. Nipper -S
For
Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) not assigned K151296
#### Device Name
Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) device is intended to provide heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for selected medical conditions such as temporary relief of pain, muscle spasms, and increase in local circulation.
The Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) massage device is intended to provide a temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
| 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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# Section 5 510(k) Summary
### Contact Details
| 510(K) Number | K151296 |
|-----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Applicant Information | Bios s.r.l.<br>Via Guido Rossa, 10/12<br>20090 Vimodrone (MI) – Italy |
| Contact | Ing. Aldo Casalino |
| Date Prepared | 13 May 2015 |
| Device Name(s): | Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) |
| Trade Name | Family of Radiofrequency System |
| Common Name | Radiofrequency System |
| Classification | II |
| Classification Name | Electrosurgical, cutting and coagulation and accessories 21CFR 878.4400 |
| Product Code | PBX |
### Legally Marketed Predicate Device (s)
| 510(k) Number | Pro Code | Trade Name | Applicant |
|---------------|---------------------|------------------|------------------------------|
| K133739 | PBX 21 CFR 878.4400 | TruSculpt | Cutera, Incorporated |
| K132949 | PBX 21 CFR 878.4400 | Pellefirm System | Ellman International,<br>Inc |
### Device Description
The Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) is a medical electrical equipment for the development of localized heat that can heat the subcutaneous tissue with radio frequency. Its particular emission frequency of 470 kHz ± 10%, the ability to regulate and control the increase of the desired temperature allows to operate with a maximum temperature of 45 ° C, and never exceed 47 °C (for safety). The electrodes dimensions included, allow to obtain a controlled heating.
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# Indication for Use
The Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) device is intended to provide heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for selected medical conditions such as temporary relief of pain, muscle spasms, and increase in local circulation.
The Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) massage device is intended to provide a temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
## Substantial Equivalence
The product specification, functionality, indication for use, and treatment parameters of the Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) are the same or very similar to the legally marketed, claimed predicate devices for the purpose of this 510(k) submission.
Technological differences between the Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) and the predicate devices are limited to small variations in the maximum power (250 W, while predicate devices have a range from 120 W to 300 W), display (touchscreen, while one predicate device uses an analogic system) and temperature control (one predicate device does not have it).
## Performance Testing
The Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) has been tested and is in compliance with EN 60601-1, Medical electrical equipment. Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance 2006/A11:2010/A1:2013, EN60601-1-2 Medical electrical equipment. Part1: General requirements for safety - Collateral standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility -Requirements and tests. 2007 and EN 60601-2-2 Medical electrical equipment. Part 2-2: Particular requirements for the safety of high frequency surgical equipment. 2009.
In addition to the electrical safety testing performed, software verification was conducted to FDA regulations, standards and guidance document requirements. The results of this testing conclude the software has met these requirements. Design verification was also performed on the Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) in compliance with internal design control procedures. The results of this testing concludes the Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) is determined to be safe and effective and is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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| 510(k) Premarket Notification | Bios s.r.l. |
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| Family of Radiofrequency System (Biorevital RF MED, ThermiSmooth 250) | rev.03 |
| Section V | pag. 3 of 3 |
Clinical Performance Protocol was performed to support use of the medical device, in particular the tests demonstrate that the device can heat the skin to 40-45 degrees C and can maintain the skin temperature inside that interval for 10 minutes similar to a heating lamp.
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