The GC85A Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
Device Story
GC85A is a stationary digital X-ray imaging system; captures radiographic images of human anatomy. X-rays pass through patient; detector converts radiation to electrical signals; signals undergo amplification and digital conversion. S-Station software saves images in DICOM format for PACS transmission. Includes optional post-processing software: SimGrid compensates for contrast loss due to scatter radiation in non-grid acquisitions; Bone Suppression Image (BSI) removes rib/clavicle anatomy to enhance lung field visualization. S-Align and S-Guide assist with detector positioning and stitching. Operated by clinicians/technicians in clinical settings. Output used by radiologists for diagnostic assistance. Benefits include improved image contrast and enhanced visualization of soft tissues/lesions in chest pathology.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical image evaluations performed per FDA guidance for Solid State X-ray Imaging Devices. Professional radiologists evaluated clinical images for SimGrid and BSI software. Results demonstrated that SimGrid provides improved local contrast compared to non-grid acquisitions. BSI software was validated as useful for diagnostic assistance in visualizing soft tissues and lesions in the lung field. Overall image quality was found equivalent to predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Stationary digital X-ray system. Materials/components comply with ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-3, IEC 60601-2-28, IEC 60601-2-54, ISO 14971. Sensing via solid-state flat panel detector. Connectivity via DICOM to PACS. Software features include SimGrid (scatter compensation) and BSI (bone suppression).
Indications for Use
Indicated for generating radiographic images of human anatomy for diagnostic purposes. Intended for use by qualified/trained doctors or technicians. Not indicated for mammographic applications.
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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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. % Mr. Chulsin Kim Regulatory Affairs Manager 129, Samsung-ro, Yeongtong-gu Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do 443-742 REPUBLIC OF KOREA
Re: K160997
Trade/Device Name: GC85A Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1680 Regulation Name: Stationary x-ray system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KPR Dated: April 7, 2016 Received: April 11, 2016
Dear Mr. Kim:
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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### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K160997
Device Name GC85A
Indications for Use (Describe)
The GC85A Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
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510(k) Premarket Notification - Traditional
### Section 5: 510(k) Summary
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted accordance with requirements of 21 CFR 807.92
- 1. Date: April 07, 2016
### 2. Submitter
- Company Name: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS Co., Ltd. A.
- Address: 129, Samsung-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, 443-742, B. Republic of Korea
#### 3. Primary Contact Person
- Name: KIM, CHULSIN A.
- B. Title: Regulatory Affairs Manager
- C. Phone Number: +82-31-200-7661
- FAX Number: +82-31-200-1199 D. E-Mail: chulsin.kim@samsung.com
### 4. Secondary Contact Person
- A. Name: Ninad Gujar
- B. Title: Regulatory Affairs Manager
- C. Phone Number: 978-564-8503
- FAX Number: 978-750-6677 D. E-Mail: ngujar@samsungneurologica.com
#### 5. Proposed Device
- A. Trade Name: GC85A
- B. Device Name: GC85A
- C. Common Name: Digital Diagnostic X-ray System
- D. Classification Name: System, X-ray, Stationary
- E. Product Code: KPR
- Regulation: 21 CFR 892.1680 ட்
#### 6. Predicate Devices
| | Predicate Device #1 | Predicate Device #2 | Predicate Device #3 |
|------------------------|----------------------------|--------------------------------------------|-----------------------------|
| Device Name | GC85A | FDR D-EVO FLAT<br>PANEL DETECTOR<br>SYSTEM | DRX-EVOLUTION |
| Classification<br>Name | Stationary X-ray<br>System | Stationary x-ray<br>system. | Stationary x-ray<br>system. |
| Product Code | KPR | MQB | KPR |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 892.1680 | 21 CFR 892.1680 | 21 CFR 892.1680 |
| 510(K)# | K150165 | K141765 | K141837 |
| 510(K) | April 02, 2015 | October 03, 2014 | March 11, 2015 |
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510(k) Premarket Notification - Traditional
Decision Date
### 7. Device Description
The GC85A digital X-ray imaging system is used to capture images by transmitting Xray to a patient's body. The X-ray passing through a patient's body is sent to the detector and then converted into electrical signals. These signals go through the process of amplification and digital data conversion in the signal process device before being sent to the S-Station (Operation Software) and saved in DICOM file, a standard for medical imaging. The captured images are sent to the Picture Archiving & Communication System (PACS) server, and can be used for reading images.
The SimGrid is a post-image processing software option which is able to compensate the contrast loss due to scatter radiations, primarily acquisitions without a physical antiscatter grid.
The Bone Suppression Image (BSI) is a post-image processing software option which provides companion images to assist diagnosis in addition to the images obtained from normal diagnosis protocol. The BSI software option suppresses bone anatomy to enhance visualization of chest pathology in a companion image that is delivered in addition to the original diagnostic image.
The SimGrid and BSI are available as options to be exclusively installed in S-station, which is a Samsung Digital X-ray operation S/W, since this post-image processing software does not depend on how the image is acquired, or with what acquisition device.
#### 8. Intended Use
The GC85A Digital X-ray Imaging System is intended for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy by a qualified/trained doctor or technician. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
The SimGrid is a technology that enhances the visibility of major clinical equipment by compensating for the decrease in contrast that is caused by scatter radiation when the portable grid is not used for portable images.
Bone Suppression is a technology that helps to create images with good lung field visibility by removing part of the ribs and clavicle with S/W algorithms. It is used as diagnosis assistance for areas that the image reader is interested in, such as soft tissues and lesions in the lung field.
### 9. Summary of Technological characteristic of the proposed device compared with the predicate devices
The proposed device, GC85A, has the same technological characteristics as its original predicate device, GC85A (K150165), and adds two post-image processing software features, SimGrid and BSI(Bone Suppression Image), and other minor software features such as S-Align & S-Guide, and hardware such as a collimator and a weight distribution cap. All features do not have significant change in materials, energy source or technological characteristics compared to the predicate devices #1, 2 & 3.
#### A. Comparing with Predicate Device #1
| Specification | Predicate Device #1 | Proposed Device | Discussion |
|---------------|---------------------|-----------------|------------|
|---------------|---------------------|-----------------|------------|
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510(k) Premarket Notification - Traditional
| Device Name | GC85A | GC85A | - | |
|-------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------|---------------|
| Manufacturer | SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS<br>co., ltd. | SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS<br>co., ltd. | - | |
| 510(k)<br>Number | K150165 | None | - | |
| Appearances | Image: x-ray | Image: x-ray | Same | |
| Intended Use | The GC85A digital X-ray<br>imaging system is intended<br>for use in generating<br>radiographic images of<br>human anatomy by a<br>qualified/trained doctor or<br>technician. This device is not<br>intended for mammographic<br>applications. | The GC85A Digital X-ray<br>Imaging System is intended<br>for use in generating<br>radiographic images of<br>human anatomy by a<br>qualified/trained doctor or<br>technician. This device is not<br>intended for mammographic<br>applications. | Same | |
| Collimator | *NOTE: SDR-OGCL80U was cleared with K150165 | | | |
| Model<br>Names | SDR-OGCL80U | SDR-<br>OGCL80U | SDR-<br>OGCL83U | |
| Overall<br>size(mm) | H212 X W300<br>X D179 | H212 X<br>W300<br>X D179 | H212 X<br>W306<br>X D179 | Difference(1) |
| Weight Distribution Cap | | | | |
| Model Name | None | SDR-OGWD80U<br>W x L x H(mm):<br>505x553x37.4 | | Difference(2) |
| Software Features | | | | |
| Feature<br>Names | None | S-Align & S-Guide | | Difference(3) |
| No | Differences | Explanation |
|-----|----------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| (1) | Collimator<br>Overall Size | The new SDR-OGCL83U collimator has 6mm wider width than the<br>predicate device's collimator. It does not contribute adverse<br>impacts to the device safety and performance. |
| (2) | Weight<br>Distribution Cap | As an accessory, it is introduced to prevent the detector from being<br>damaged by excessive force, which does not contribute adverse<br>impacts to the device safety and performance. |
| (3) | S-Align & S-<br>Guide | S-Align is to display the tilt angle of the portable detector, and S-<br>guide is to display the values (stitching areas) required for image<br>capturing. Both don't contribute adverse impacts to the device<br>safety and performance. |
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510(k) Premarket Notification - Traditional
B. Comparing with Predicate Device #2
| B. Comparing with Predicate Device #2 | | | |
|---------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------|
| Specification | Predicate Device #2 | Proposed Device | Discussion |
| Device Name | FDR D-EVO FLAT PANEL<br>DETECTOR SYSTEM | GC85A | - |
| Manufacturer | FUJIFILM Medical Systems<br>U.S.A Inc. | SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS<br>co., ltd. | - |
| 510(k)<br>Number | K141765 | None | - |
| Intended Use | The Wireless/Wired FDR D-<br>EVO flat panel detector<br>system is intended to<br>capture for display<br>radiographic images of<br>human anatomy. It is<br>intended for use in general<br>projection radiographic<br>applications including<br>pediatric and neonatal<br>exams wherever<br>conventional film/screen or<br>CR systems may be used.<br>The FDR D-EVO is not<br>intended for mammography,<br>fluoroscopy, tomography,<br>and angiography<br>applications. | The GC85A Digital X-ray<br>Imaging System is intended<br>for use in generating<br>radiographic images of<br>human anatomy by a<br>qualified/trained doctor or<br>technician. This device is not<br>intended for mammographic<br>applications. | Difference(1) |
| S/W Feature<br>Name | Virtual Grid Software | SimGrid | - |
| S/W<br>description | The Virtual Grid Software is<br>designed to improve image<br>contrast in general<br>radiographic images by<br>reducing the effects of<br>scatter radiation, primarily<br>for exams acquired without a<br>grid | The SimGrid is a technology<br>that enhances the visibility of<br>major clinical equipment by<br>compensating for the<br>decrease in contrast that is<br>caused by scatter radiation<br>when the portable grid is not<br>used for portable images | Same |
| No | Differences | Explanation |
|-----|--------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| (1) | Intended Use | The intended use of both devices is different, but the s/w feature's application is same as the post-image processing software, which does not contribute adverse impacts to the device safety and performance. |
### C. Comparing with Predicate Device #3
| Specification | Predicate Device #3 | Proposed Device | Discussion |
|---------------|---------------------|-----------------|------------|
| Device Name | DRX-EVOLUTION | GC85A | - |
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510(k) Premarket Notification - Traditional
| Manufacturer | FUJIFILM Medical Systems<br>U.S.A Inc. | SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS<br>co., ltd. | - | No | Differences | Explanation |
|---------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------|-----|--------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k)<br>Number | K141837 | None | - | (1) | Intended Use | The intended use of both devices is different, but the s/w feature's<br>application is same as the post-image processing software, which<br>does not contribute adverse impacts to the device safety and<br>performance. |
| Intended Use | The device is a permanently<br>installed diagnostic x-ray<br>system for general<br>radiographic x-ray imaging<br>including tomography. The<br>tomography feature is not to<br>be used for imaging pediatric<br>patients. | The GC85A Digital X-ray<br>Imaging System is intended<br>for use in generating<br>radiographic images of<br>human anatomy by a<br>qualified/trained doctor or<br>technician. This device is not<br>intended for mammographic<br>applications. | Difference(1) | | | |
| S/W Feature<br>Name | Bone Suppression | Bone Suppression Image | - | | | |
| S/W<br>description | Bone Suppression can<br>improve visibility of lung<br>nodules and other pathology<br>by suppressing the<br>appearance of posterior ribs<br>and clavicles. | Bone Suppression is a<br>technology that helps to<br>create images with good<br>lung field visibility by<br>removing part of the ribs and<br>clavicle with S/W algorithms.<br>It is used as diagnosis<br>assistance for areas that the<br>image reader is interested<br>in, such as soft tissues and<br>lesions in the lung field. | Same | | | |
#### 10. Safety, EMC and Performance Data
Electrical, mechanical, environmental safety and performance testing according to standard ES 60601-1,IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-3, IEC 60601-2-28, IEC 60601-2-54, ISO14971, 21CFR1020.30 and 21CFR1020.31 were performed, and EMC testing was conducted in accordance with standard IEC 60601-1-2. Wireless function was tested and verified followed by guidance, Radio frequency Wireless Technology in Medical Devices. All test results were satisfying the standards.
#### 11. Non-clinical data
Non-clinical testing data was provided in conformance to the FDA "Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)'s for Solid-State X-ray Imaging Devices", which includes MTF and DQE measurements as tested by IEC 62220-1.
The proposed device shows no difference in non-clinical testing data such as MTF and
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#### 510(k) Premarket Notification - Traditional
DQE measurements from the predicate device #1.
SimGrid software was evaluated with various phantoms at various exposure conditions to demonstrate that SimGrid processing gives the better local contrast than images acquired without a grid. The qualitative side including usefulness was validated by a radiographer using clinical images which was proved in 'Clinical data' section.
#### 12. Clinical data
In clinical data, clinical image evaluations were performed in accordance with FDA guidance for the submission of 510(k)'s for Solid State X-ray Imaging Devices. They were evaluated by a professional radiologist and found to be equivalent to the predicate devices.
BSI software was evaluated with various kinds of clinical images, such as with various sizes of patients at various exposure conditions, by a professional radiologist. Overall quality of the bone suppressed images was found to be useful as diagnosis assistance for areas that the reader is interested in, such as soft tissues and lesions in the lung field.
#### 13. Conclusions
The non-clinical and clinical data demonstrate that the proposed device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as the legally marketed devices.
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