K151613 · Boston Scientific Corporation · DQK · Oct 6, 2015 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K151613
Device Name
iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System
Applicant
Boston Scientific Corporation
Product Code
DQK · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Oct 6, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.1425
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The IVUS modality of the iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System is intended for ultrasound examinations of intravascular pathology. Intravascular ultrasound is indicated in patients who are candidates for transluminal interventional procedures such as angioplasty and atherectomy. Indications for Auto Pullback Use Automatic Pullback is indicated when the following occurs: • The physician/operator wants to standardize the method in which intravascular ultrasound images are obtained and documented: procedure-to-procedure, operator-to-operator. • The physician/operator wants to make linear distance determinations post-procedurally, which requires the imaging core of a catheter to be pulled back at a known uniform speed. • Two-dimensional, longitudinal reconstruction of the anatomy is desired. The FFR modality of the Lab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System is intended for use in catheterization and related cardiovascular specialty laboratories to compute, and display various physiological parameters based on the output from one or more electrodes, transducers or measuring devices. This modality is indicated to provide hemodynamic information for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients that undergo measurement of physiological parameters, Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR).
Device Story
System provides IVUS imaging and FFR physiological measurement; modalities used independently. IVUS: uses ultrasound catheter with Motordrive Unit (MDU) for rotation/pullback; displays cross-sectional/longitudinal vascular anatomy. FFR: uses optical pressure guidewire to measure distal pressure (Pd) and resistive bridge transducer for aortic pressure (Pa); FFR Link processes/digitizes signals; Bluetooth module streams data to console. Console displays Pa, Pd, and Pd/Pa ratio. Used in cath labs by physicians to assess lesion severity and guide interventional treatment decisions. Benefits include standardized imaging via auto-pullback and hemodynamic guidance for clinical decision-making.
Clinical Evidence
No human clinical data. Bench testing included electrical safety (IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-37), EMC (IEC 60601-1-2), and performance testing for pressure accuracy, frequency response, and data transfer. Animal study (n=2 swine) validated acute distal pressure measurements against invasive aortic pressure.
Technological Characteristics
Components: PC units, display monitors, Motordrive Unit (MDU), FFR Link, Bluetooth module. IVUS: ultrasound transducer. FFR: optical interferometry pressure sensor. Connectivity: Bluetooth wireless for FFR data. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-37, IEC 60601-2-34, ANSI/AAMI BP 22. Software: Moderate level of concern.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients undergoing transluminal interventional procedures (angioplasty, atherectomy) requiring intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) imaging or hemodynamic assessment via Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) in catheterization laboratories.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A programmable diagnostic computer is a device that can be programmed to compute various physiologic or blood flow parameters based on the output from one or more electrodes, transducers, or measuring devices; this device includes any associated commercially supplied programs.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
October 6, 2015
Boston Scientific Corporation Arlene Roche Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist One Scimed Place Maple Grove, Minnesota 55311
Re: K151613
Trade/Device Name: Ilab Polaris Multi-modalitv Guidance System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.1425 Regulation Name: Programmable Diagnostic Computer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DOK, DSK, IYO, ITX Dated: September 3, 2015 Received: September 4, 2015
Dear Ms. Roche:
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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Mitchell Stein
forBram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K151613
Device Name
iLabTM Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The IVUS modality of the iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System is intended for ultrasound examinations of intravascular pathology.
Intravascular ultrasound is indicated in patients who are candidates for transluminal interventional procedures such as angioplasty and atherectomy.
Indications for Auto Pullback Use
Automatic Pullback is indicated when the following occurs:
• The physician/operator wants to standardize the method in which intravascular ultrasound images are obtained and documented: procedure-to-procedure, operator-to-operator.
· The physician/operator wants to make linear distance determinations post-procedurally, which requires the imaging core of a catheter to be pulled back at a known uniform speed.
· Two-dimensional, longitudinal reconstruction of the anatomy is desired.
The FFR modality of the Lab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System is intended for use in catheterization and related cardiovascular specialty laboratories to compute, and display various physiological parameters based on the output from one or more electrodes, transducers or measuring devices.
This modality is indicated to provide hemodynamic information for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients that undergo measurement of physiological parameters, Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR).
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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## 510(k) Summary Complying with 21 CFR 807.92
## 510(k) Summary
## I. SUBMITTER
Boston Scientific Corporation 47215 Lakeview Blvd Fremont, CA. 94538 USA
Phone: 510-440-7700 Fax: 510-440-7698
Contact Person: Arlene Roche Date Prepared: June 12th, 2015
## II. DEVICE
Name of Device: iLab™ Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System
### Common or Usual Name:
Programmable Diagnostic Computer Blood Pressure Computer Ultrasonic Pulsed Echo Imaging System Diagnostic Ultrasonic Transducer POLARIS Multi-Modality Guidance System
### Classification Name:
21 CFR 870.1425 (Programmable Diagnostic Computer) 21 CFR 870.1110 (Blood Pressure Computer) 21 CFR 892.1560 (Ultrasonic Pulsed Echo Imaging System) 21 CFR 892.1570 (Diagnostic Ultrasonic Transducer)
### Regulatory Class: Class II
### Product Code:
DQK (Computer, Diagnostic, Programmable) DSK (Computer, Blood-Pressure) IYO (System, Imaging, Pulsed Echo, Ultrasonic) ITX (Transducer, Ultrasonic, Diagnostic)
### III. PREDICATE DEVICE
Medical RadiAnalyzer™ Xpress K092105 iLab™ Ultrasound Imaging System K130243
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## IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System is a diagnostic device designed to provide both intravascular ultrasound imaging (IVUS) and fractional flow reserve (FFR) modalities. Only one modality can be used at a time and are independent of one another.
The IVUS modality allows the application of ultrasound technology to see from inside blood vessels out through the surrounding blood column, enabling the physician to visualize the coronary or peripheral vasculature. The IVUS functionality consists of two non-sterile compact PC units (one for imaging processing and one for data acquisition) and two non-sterile display monitors (for the integrated system -one primary and an optional secondary). It also consists of a non-sterile Motordrive Unit (MDU), sterile bag which covers the MDU and a sterile disposable sled. The iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System interfaces with BSC imaging catheters at the Motordrive Unit (MDU), which provides the electro-mechanics for the rotating parts of the imaging catheter, and the interface between the catheter and the console and BSC proprietary software. The Motordrive Unit provides the rotation of the imaging catheter core required for cross-sectional imaging. An electro-mechanical connector interface at the proximal end of the imaging catheter makes the connection to the MDU-catheter interface consists of an integrated mechanical drive hub and electrical connection. The MDU is the primary control for catheter positioning and movement through the vessel.
The FFR modality measures the pressure gradient across lesions to determine lesion severity and thus, in conjunction with other tools help guide physicians in making treatment decisions. FFR is defined as the ratio of pressure distal of a lesion (Pd) to the pressure proximal of a lesion (Pa-aortic pressure) during maximum blood flow. Maximum blood flow is achieved by injection of a vasodilator to open up the distal arteriole bed.
The FFR modality will also utilize the two non-sterile compact PC units (one displays the physiological parameters and one for data acquisition) and two non-sterile display monitors (for the integrated system -one primary and an optional secondary). In addition the FFR modality consists of a Signal Processing Module (SPM- commercial name FFR Link), Bluetooth Communication Module (BCM) and Hemodynamic Cable Kit.
The iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System console interfaces with BSC's Pressure Guidewire through the optical cable connector of the pressure guidewire, the FFR Link and the Bluetooth Communication Module (BCM).
The Pressure Guidewire sensor is designed to output an optical signal that corresponds to the pressure distal (Pd) of a lesion in a blood vessel. This optical signal is acquired and processed by the FFR Link. The FFR Link also acquires and processes the patient's aortic pressure signal (Pa) obtained from a resistive bridge IBP transducer. The FFR Link processes, digitizes and wirelessly streams by Bluetooth the aortic pressure (Pa) and distal pressure (Pd). These wirelessly streamed pressure signals are received by the iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System console through the BCM. BSC's proprietary software processes the pressure signals received via the BCM for display of Pa and Pd waveforms, Pa. Pd and Pd/Pa (FFR calculation) for physician interpretation. Additionally the FFR Link provides an analog, BP-22 compliant, signal which passes the IBP measurement, unchanged, to the catheterization lab's hemodynamic system.
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## V. INDICATIONS FOR USE
The IVUS modality of the iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System is intended for ultrasound examinations of intravascular pathology.
Intravascular ultrasound is indicated in patients who are candidates for transluminal interventional procedures such as angioplasty and atherectomy.
Indications for Auto Pullback Use
Automatic Pullback is indicated when the following occurs:
- o The physician/operator wants to standardize the method in which intravascular ultrasound images are obtained and documented: procedure-to-procedure, operator-tooperator.
- . The physician/operator wants to make linear distance determinations post-procedurally, which requires the imaging core of a catheter to be pulled back at a known uniform speed.
- Two-dimensional. longitudinal reconstruction of the anatomy is desired. .
The FFR modality of the iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System is intended for use in catheterization and related cardiovascular specialty laboratories to compute, and display various physiological parameters based on the output from one or more electrodes, transducers or measuring devices.
This modality is indicated to provide hemodynamic information for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients that undergo measurement of physiological parameters, Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR).
The indication for use statements do not differ from those of the predicate devices.
## VI. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICE
Ultrasound is the technological principle for the IVUS modality of the subject device and its predicate device. Therefore the technological characteristics are the same for the IVUS modality of the subject device and its predicate device.
The following technological differences do exist for the FFR modality of the subject device and its predicate device.
- The predicate device is an integrated single device whereas the subject device consists of separate components
- . Pressure wire interface is wired for the predicate device whereas the subject device interfaces with the pressure wire wirelessly
- o The predicate device is based on a piezoresistive effect to measure the distal pressure whereas the subject device is based on optical interferometry to measure distal pressure.
- Characteristics of pressure range, pressure accuracy and frequency response differ between the predicate device and the subject device
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These technological differences do not raise any new questions of safety and effectiveness as the subject device meets the required FDA recognized consensus standards. In addition the data presented address the differences in technological characteristics between the predicate device and the subject device and provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate the predicate device and the subject device can be deemed substantially equivalent and the subject device is as safe and effective as the predicate device.
## VII. PERFORMANCE DATA
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination:
### Software Verification and validation Testing
Software verification and validation testing were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDAs Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff 'Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices'. The software for this device was considered as a 'moderate' level of concern since a malfunction of, or a latent design flaw in, the software device could lead to an erroneous diagnosis or a delay in delivery of appropriate medical care that would likely lead to minor injury.
### Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Electrical safety and EMC testing was conducted for the iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System (mobile and integrated system). The system is in compliance with IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-2-37 standards for safety and IEC 60601-1-2 standard for EMC.
### Performance Testing-Bench
The following bench testing was performed to support substantial equivalence
- ANSI/AAMI BP 22 aortic pressure input and aortic pressure output ●
- IEC 60601-2-34 3rd Ed. Clause 201.12.1.101.1 Accuracy of Pressure Measurement ●
- IEC 60601-2-34 3rd Ed. Clause 201.12.1.101.2 Accuracy of Systolic and Diastolic Pressure
- o IEC 60601-2-34 3rd Ed. Clause 201.12.1.101.3 Frequency Response
- Pressure Reading -Static Accuracy (System Level) ●
- Pressure Reading System Dynamic Accuracy (System Level) .
- Pressure Reading - System Frequency Response (System Level)
- Single Use Device Connection - Data Transfer - Calibration
### Animal Study
The animal study evaluated acute pressure measurements (distal pressure) using the iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System and Comet™ Pressure Guide Wire compared to invasive blood pressure (aortic pressure) in the vasculature of the swine model. Two pigs were used for the study.
The animal study successfully evaluated acute pressure measurements (distal pressure) using the iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System and Comet Pressure Guide Wire compared to invasive blood pressure (aortic pressure) in the vasculature of the swine model and the system performed as intended.
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## VIII. CONCLUSIONS
The non-clincial data supports the safety of the subject device and the hardware and software verification and validation demonstrate the iLab Polaris Multi-Modality Guidance System should perform as intended in the specified use conditions. Where technological differences exists between the subject device and predicate device no new questions of safety and effectiveness were raised, the methods used to evaluate the different characteristics were based on FDA recognized consensus standards and the data generated demonstrates substantial equivalence.
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