Q-Rad Radiographic System with Auto-Tracker Option
K151924 · Quantum Medical Imaging Divison of Carestream · KPR · Aug 7, 2015 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K151924
Device Name
Q-Rad Radiographic System with Auto-Tracker Option
Applicant
Quantum Medical Imaging Divison of Carestream
Product Code
KPR · Radiology
Decision Date
Aug 7, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1680
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Q-Rad Radiographic System is indicated for use in obtaining diagnostic quality radiographic images to aid the physician with diagnosis. The system can be used to perform radiographic imaging of various portions of the human body, including the skull, spinal column, extremities, chest, abdomen and other body parts. The Q-Rad System is not indicated for use in mammography.
Device Story
General-purpose radiographic X-ray system; acquires diagnostic images of human body. System components: X-ray generators, control panels, patient tables, wall-mounted image receptors, tube supports, X-ray source, collimator. Auto-Tracker option adds motorized vertical tracking of X-ray tube to image receptor; utilizes position sensors in receptors and motor in tube support; linked via CANbus interface. Operator manually aligns X-ray tube in X and Y axes; vertical alignment automated. Motorized vertical positioning (tube-up/down) also provided as operator convenience. Used in clinical settings by radiology staff. Output: radiographic images for physician diagnosis. Benefits: improved ergonomics; reduced manual effort for vertical alignment; maintains diagnostic imaging capabilities of predicate.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Verification and validation testing performed per 21 CFR 820.30. Testing included electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), X-ray performance (IEC 60601-2-54), radiation protection (IEC 60601-1-3), usability (IEC 60601-1-6, IEC 62366), and EMC (IEC 60601-1-2). Software V&V confirmed intended performance and absence of unintended failure modes.
Indicated for obtaining diagnostic radiographic images of human body parts including skull, spine, extremities, chest, and abdomen. Not for mammography.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A stationary x-ray system is a permanently installed diagnostic system intended to generate and control x-rays for examination of various anatomical regions. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A radiographic contrast tray or radiology diagnostic kit intended for use with a stationary x-ray system only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
August 7, 2015
Quantum Medical Imaging Division of Carestream % Pamela Papineau, RAC President Delphi Medical Device Consulting, Inc. 5 Whitcomb Avenue AYER MA 01432
Re: K151924
Trade Name: Q-Rad Radiographic System with Auto-Tracker Option Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1680 Regulation Name: Stationary x-ray system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KPR Dated: July 8, 2015 Received: July 13, 2015
Dear Ms. Papineau:
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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Michael D'Hara
For
Robert Ochs, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Radiological Health Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health 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)
K151924
Device Name
Q-Rad Radiographic System with Auto-Tracker Option
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The O-Rad Radiographic System is indicated for use in obtaining diagnostic quality radiographic images to aid the physician with diagnosis. The system can be used to perform radiographic imaging of various portions of the human body, including the skull, spinal column, extremities, chest, abdomen and other body parts. The Q-Rad System is not indicated for use in mammography.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | <table style="border:none;"><tr><td><span style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 0px; display: inline-block; width: 13px; height: 13px;"><b>X</b></span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)</td><td><span style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 0px; display: inline-block; width: 13px; height: 13px;"></span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)</td></tr></table> | <span style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 0px; display: inline-block; width: 13px; height: 13px;"><b>X</b></span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | <span style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 0px; display: inline-block; width: 13px; height: 13px;"></span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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| <span style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 0px; display: inline-block; width: 13px; height: 13px;"><b>X</b></span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | <span style="border: 1px solid black; padding: 0px; display: inline-block; width: 13px; height: 13px;"></span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) | | |
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#### Section 5 - Special 510(k) Summary
#### General Information
| Date Prepared: | July 8, 2015 |
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| Owner's Name:<br>Address: | Quantum Medical Imaging Division of Carestream<br>2002-B Orville Drive North<br>Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 |
| Telephone Number: | 631-737-7237 |
| Fax Number:<br>Contact Person: | 613-567-5074<br>Mark Camirand |
| Subject Device Name:<br>Trade Name:<br>Common/Usual Name: | Q-Rad Radiographic System with Auto-Tracker Option<br>Q-Rad Radiographic System with Auto-Tracker Option<br>X-Ray System |
| Product Code: | KPR |
| Classification Name: | Stationary X-Ray System<br>21 CFR 892.1680; Class II |
| Predicate Device Name: | Q-Rad Radiographic System |
| Trade Name: | Q-Rad Radiographic System |
| Common/Usual Name: | X-Ray System |
| Product Code: | KPR |
| Classification Name: | Stationary X-Ray System<br>21 CFR 892.1680; Class II |
| Premarket Notification: | K011486; Quantum Medical Imaging Q-Rad Radiographic<br>System (SE date June 20, 2001) |
#### Predicate Device Description
The Q-Rad Radiographic System is general-purpose radiographic (X-ray) system used for acquiring radiographic images of various portions of the human body. The Q-Rad System consists of a combination of several components including various models of Xray generators and control panels or workstation computers, various models of patient support tables with integrated image receptor(s), wall-mounted image receptor/detector units for upright imaging, tube supports (ceiling-suspended or floor-mounted), and an Xray source and collimator (beam-limiting device). The Q-Rad System is available with conventional analog (film cassette), digital radiography (DR) and computed radiography (CR) receptors: systems equipped with DR or CR modalities can also be configured to include a workstation computer that is fully integrated with the X-ray generator to allow
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communication of information such as image exposure factors directly from a connected RIS/PACS (radiology information system / picture archiving and communications system). The currently marketed Q-Rad System requires manual motion control for 3axis alignment of the X-ray source (tube) and the image receptor/detector located in the patient table or wall stand.
### Indications for Use
The Q-Rad Radiographic System is indicated for use in obtaining diagnostic quality radiographic images to aid the physician with diagnosis. The system can be used to perform radiographic imaging of various portions of the human body, including the skull, spinal column, extremities, chest, abdomen and other body parts. The Q-Rad System is not indicated for use in mammography. The indications for use of the modified Q-Rad Radiographic System with Auto-Tracker option remain identical to those of the currently marketed "standard" Q-Rad System.
## Device Modifications
This Special 510(k): Device Modification is for the introduction of optional Auto-Tracker functionality to improve the ergonomics of the user - device interface of the currently marketed Q-Rad Radiographic System. The Auto-Tracker function provides optional automated, motorized vertical tracking of the X-ray tube to the image receptor. Q-Rad Systems with the Auto-Tracker option will have a motor added to the X-ray tube support, and position sensors incorporated into the image receptors/detectors located in the patient table and/or in the wall-mounted image receptor unit. The motor and image receptors are linked via a CANbus communication interface, which allows the X-ray tube to automatically align with the vertical position of the image receptor, which is still manually positioned by the operator. The automated tracking feature applies only to vertical positioning; the operator must still manually align the X-ray tube with the image receptor in the X- and Y-axes (longitudinal and lateral/transverse positioning). The addition of a motor to the X-ray tube support also enabled the addition of optional motorized vertical positioning of the X-ray tube using a "tube-up" or "tube-down" switch; this option is independent of the auto-tracking capability, and is offered as a convenience to the operator as an alternative to the fully manual tube up/down positioning on standard (non-Auto-Tracker) Q-Rad Systems. The standard O-Rad System without Auto-Tracker option will still be available, and the operator will have the option of disabling the Auto-Tracker function at any time if fully manual tube positioning is preferred.
The changes described in this Special 510(k) are limited to the addition of the optional Auto-Tracker functionality and motorized vertical X-ray tube positioning. There are no other changes to the device specifications and performance. The intended use and
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indications for use remain unchanged. The same fundamental scientific technology for X-ray imaging is present in the "standard" Q-Rad System cleared in K011486 and in the Q-Rad Systems with optional Auto-Tracker functionality.
### Risk Management
Risk management for the modified device has been performed and documented in accordance with ISO 14971:2007. Risk analysis has been performed for the modified device to identify any new risks associated with the new functionality. Any new risks have been thoroughly documented and appropriate risk reductions have been applied. Verification and validation testing has been performed to confirm that the device modifications have been thoroughly evaluated to ensure that design outputs meet design inputs, and that all risk mitigations are effective in achieving their intended effect. Riskbenefit analysis has been performed to establish that all residual risks for the modified device have been reduced as far as possible, and are outweighed by expected benefits. The outputs of the risk management process were utilized to ensure that appropriate performance testing and software V&V requirements have been identified to ensure that the modified device meets design specifications and is free from unacceptable risk.
## Design Controls and Performance Testing
The proposed modification to add optional Auto-Tracker functionality to the currently marketed Q-Rad Radiographic System has been fully documented via a design control system that is compliant with 21 CFR 820.30. The modified design has been verified and validated in accordance with documented protocols and procedures which include predetermined acceptance criteria. Performance testing includes the following: electrical safety testing per IEC 60601-1, safety and performance evaluation for X-ray systems per IEC 60601-2-54, radiation protection for X-ray systems per IEC 60601-1-3, usability evaluation per IEC 60601-1-6 and IEC 62366, and EMC testing per IEC 60601-1-2. Software verification and validation testing was performed to confirm that the modified device performs as intended, and that no unintended errors or failure modes have been introduced. Testing has demonstrated that the Q-Rad Radiographic System with Auto-Tracker option meets all design requirements, performs as intended, and is capable of fulfilling its intended use.
### Conclusion
The modified device (Quantum Medical Imaging Q-Rad Radiographic System with Auto-Tracker Option) is substantially equivalent to the predicate Quantum Medical Imaging O-Rad Radiographic System cleared in K011486.
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